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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 1INTERVENTIONAL

Safety and Preliminary Efficacy of Organic Whole Psilocybin-Containing Mushrooms to Treat Patients Suffering From PTSD

An Open-Label, Phase 1 Study of the Safety Pharmacokinetic Profile, and Preliminary Efficacy, of Organic Whole Psilocybin-Containing Mushrooms in Patients Suffering From PTSD

Safety and Preliminary Efficacy of Organic Whole Psilocybin-Containing Mushrooms to Treat Patients Suffering From PTSD (NCT07275970) is a Phase 1 interventional studying PTSD, sponsored by Suzanne "Sue" Sisley MD. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

This study will examine the safety and preliminary efficacy of psilocybin mushrooms to treat adults with PTSD. Up to 24 participants will take part in this study. Each participant will ingest psilocybin from dried mushrooms in a chocolate formulation.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 1 trials test a new treatment for the first time in humans, focusing on safety, dosing, and how the body processes the drug. For PTSD, a Phase 1 study typically enrolls a small number of participants — often healthy volunteers or patients who have exhausted standard treatment options. Phase 1 results determine whether a treatment moves into larger Phase 2 efficacy studies.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

With a target enrollment of 24 participants, this is a small study — typical of early-phase research, rare-disease trials, or pilot studies designed to generate preliminary signal before a larger study is launched.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: 1. Individuals ≥ 18 years of age 2. Have a diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as defined: - Meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-5th edition (DSM-5) criteria for current PTSD with a duration of 6 months or longer as assessed by a study psychiatrist. - Determination of at least one traumatic event as determined by the LEC-5 - A score of at least 33 on the PCL-5 3. Willing and able to provide signed willing to sign a consent form which includes compliance with the requirements and restrictions listed in the willing to sign a consent form form (ICF) and in this protocol. •Willingly agreed to provide verbal consent to provide needed pre-screening information, including medical history, concomitant medications, etc., prior to signing the ICF. 4. Be willing to commit to self-administering the study drug, to completing the QoL and PRO instruments, and attending all study visits. 5. Participants must be able to evaluate their average pain on the BPI (Brief Pain Inventory) over the past week. 6. Acceptable renal functioning as determined by no significant prior medical history and results of clinical laboratory evaluations done at Screening and on Day 1 (e.g., eGFR \>45 (mL/min/1.73 m2)) 7. Acceptable hepatic functioning as determined by no significant prior medical history and results of clinical laboratory evaluations done at Screening and on Day 1 (e.g., liver enzymes ≤1.5x the upper limit of normal, 'ULN') 8. Agree to only use the psilocybin mushroom provided by site staff and not use any other psilocybin (or similar drug) in any form for at least 30 days prior to Study Day 1 and for 30 days following the single-dose study drug treatment. 9. Is willing to wear, sync daily, and charge twice weekly a provisioned health tracking wearable device every day during sleep and daily activity. If the participant already has the same, or compatible device, they can use their own. ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Individuals ≥ 18 years of age 2. Have a diagnosis of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as defined: * Meet Diagnostic and Statistical Manual-5th edition (DSM-5) criteria for current PTSD with a duration of 6 months or longer as assessed by a study psychiatrist. * Determination of at least one traumatic event as determined by the LEC-5 * A score of at least 33 on the PCL-5 3. Willing and able to provide signed informed consent which includes compliance with the requirements and restrictions listed in the informed consent form (ICF) and in this protocol. •Willingly agreed to provide verbal consent to provide needed pre-screening information, including medical history, concomitant medications, etc., prior to signing the ICF. 4. Be willing to commit to self-administering the study drug, to completing the QoL and PRO instruments, and attending all study visits. 5. Participants must be able to evaluate their average pain on the BPI (Brief Pain Inventory) over the past week. 6. Acceptable renal functioning as determined by no significant prior medical history and results of clinical laboratory evaluations done at Screening and on Day 1 (e.g., eGFR \>45 (mL/min/1.73 m2)) 7. Acceptable hepatic functioning as determined by no significant prior medical history and results of clinical laboratory evaluations done at Screening and on Day 1 (e.g., liver enzymes ≤1.5x the upper limit of normal, 'ULN') 8. Agree to only use the psilocybin mushroom provided by site staff and not use any other psilocybin (or similar drug) in any form for at least 30 days prior to Study Day 1 and for 30 days following the single-dose study drug treatment. 9. Is willing to wear, sync daily, and charge twice weekly a provisioned health tracking wearable device every day during sleep and daily activity. If the participant already has the same, or compatible device, they can use their own. 10. Agree to not use any psychoactive drugs, partake alcoholic beverages, self-administer ondansetron (or other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors 'SSRIs', serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors, 'SNRIs' and monoamine oxidase inhibits, 'MAOs'), cannabis, and/or any other non-routine PRN medications within 24 hours of Study Day 1. Exceptions include daily use of caffeine, nicotine, and opioid pain medication 11. Be stable on any pre-study medications and/or psychotherapy regimen prior to study entry. Agree to inform physician(s)/clinician(s) providing current care about your participation in the study (or permit the research site study staff to do so). Agree to report any changes in medication or psychotherapy treatment regimen during the study, to study staff. 12. If female and of childbearing potential, the participant is eligible for the trial only with a negative urine pregnancy test during Screening and on Study Day 1. \[If a result is uncertain (e.g., potential false positive), a serum human chorionic gonadotropin (hHCG) test may be performed prior to the administration of the study drug.\] Fertile females agree to use a highly effective form of birth control during the 30-day posttreatment period and must confirm that they have no intent to try to become pregnant or any need to breastfeed during this period. • Adequate birth control methods include intrauterine device (IUD), injected or implanted hormonal methods, oral hormones plus a barrier contraception, or double barrier contraception. Two forms of contraception are required with any barrier method or oral hormones (i.e., condom and diaphragm, condom or diaphragm and spermicide, oral hormonal contraceptives and spermicide or condom). Not of childbearing potential is defined as permanent sterilization or postmenopausal females. 13. Be proficient in reading and writing in English and able to effectively communicate with site staff. 14. Agree not to participate in any other interventional clinical trials during the study. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Currently uncontrolled hypertension. (\>140/90 at Screening and \>145/95 on Study Day 1). 2. History of recent seizure (within 3 months of Study Day 1). 3. History of stroke or transient ischemic attacks. 4. Preexisting history of valvulopathy or pulmonary hypertension. 5. A marked prolongation of QT interval (i.e., QT ≥450 msec) over a series of 3 ECGs performed within 5-6 minutes. Currently uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c \> 8.0%). 7. Potential for adverse drug-drug interactions such as the use of centrally-acting serotonergic agents within 24 hours prior to and for 72 hours following study drug administration on Study Day 1. 8\. Significant suicide risk defined by (1) suicidal ideation as endorsed on items 4 or 5 on the Columbia Suicidal Severity Rating Scale (C-SSRS) within the last 6 months, at Screening, or at Baseline (Visit 1), or; (2) suicidal behaviors within the last 12 months as assessed by C-SSRS. 9\. Patients with severe anxiety and depression measured as following: Participants with scores of 15 \& above on Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) scale, and/or with scores of 20 \& above on Patient Health Questionnaire-9 (PHQ -9). 10\. Are pregnant or nursing or are women of childbearing potential who are not practicing a highly effective means of birth control. 11\. Have any allergies or contraindication to psilocybin mushrooms. 12. Current users of psilocybin, LSD, DMT, Ayahuasca, Peyote, mescaline, and ketamine over the past 30 days will not qualify for the study unless the use of these agents is stopped for 30 days prior to Study Day 1 and the participant agrees to not use these (or similar) agents for 30 days after Study Day 1. 13\. Are not able to attend face-to-face visits at the study site or plan to move out of the area prior to the 3-month LTFU visit. 14\. Have any current problem that, in the opinion of the Investigator or Medical Monitor, might interfere with an individual's participation in the study or confound the assessment of safety and/or efficacy of the study drug.

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

Psychedelic

Organic Whole Psilocybin-Containing Mushrooms

Locations (1)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

Scottsdale Research Institute
Scottsdale, Arizona, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT07275970), the sponsor (Suzanne "Sue" Sisley MD), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT07275970 clinical trial studying?

This study will examine the safety and preliminary efficacy of psilocybin mushrooms to treat adults with PTSD. Up to 24 participants will take part in this study. Each participant will ingest psilocybin from dried mushrooms in a chocolate formulation. The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT07275970?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT07275970?

Contact information for this trial may be available directly on the ClinicalTrials.gov record. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar for the official source. Always discuss any potential trial with your doctor before contacting the study site.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT07275970. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT07275970. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.