Women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety and depression as men, and many are turning to psychedelics as alternatives to traditional pharmaceuticals.
SetSet said it has launched “the first platform to bridge the knowledge gap between consumers and medical providers for safe microdosing,” with a focus on supporting women.
“Designed to help women navigate psychedelic experiences with community support, therapist-created curriculum and access to trained practitioners, SetSet offers universal integration resources for both individuals and healthcare professionals,” SetSet explained in a news release.
According to SetSet, women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with anxiety and depression as men, and many are turning to psychedelics such as psilocybin and ketamine as alternatives to traditional pharmaceuticals.
While over 25% of Americans have used psychedelics, according data cited by SetSet, 75% take them outside clinical settings, often without medical guidance. Public interest in psychedelics is surging, but access to scientifically backed education and integration support remains scarce, especially for women –who are more likely to benefit from psychedelics yet represent only a quarter of all clinical-trial participants.
“Women aren’t adequately supported in the current mental healthcare system and need a safe space to explore alternative options like psychedelics,” SetSet founder and CEO April Pride said in a news release. “I’ve seen the lack of education and support firsthand, which is why I created SetSet.”
The cost barrier for licensed psychedelic support is high, with non-licensed coaches charging $300 per hour and facilitator accreditation starting at $7,000. This pushes many to rely on unverified online sources, increasing the risk of long-term negative outcomes, SetSet asserted.
“SetSet’s platform changes this by providing women access to licensed therapists and medical providers who can offer guidance on setting, dosage, contraindications and after-care, along with a safe community to share experiences – all starting at $47/month,” SetSet explained in a news release.
In the next year, SetSet aims to onboard 10,000 founding members, including individuals and healthcare professionals across the United States and Canada. To achieve this, SetSet said it is seeking $2 million in angel investment from mission-aligned backers to expand its team, provider network, educational offerings and proprietary technology.