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    New York

    Mixed

    Last updated October 1, 2025

    This is informational only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change frequently. Consult qualified legal counsel in New York for specific guidance.

    Substance-by-Substance Status

    KetamineLegal
    PsilocybinIllegal
    MDMATrials Only
    AyahuascaIllegal
    IbogaineIllegal

    Policies & Regulations

    Medical Program

    Proposed

    New York currently has no legal framework for psychedelic therapy beyond ketamine. However, multiple bills have been introduced in the state legislature to create a regulated psilocybin therapy program. NYC has a thriving ketamine clinic ecosystem. Several MDMA and psilocybin clinical trials are active at NYU and Mount Sinai.

    What's Allowed

    • •Ketamine therapy through licensed medical providers
    • •Clinical trial participation (NYU, Mount Sinai, others)

    Not Allowed

    • •Psilocybin possession or therapy (no legal framework)
    • •MDMA outside clinical trials
    • •Commercial psychedelic services

    How to Access

    1. 1.Find a licensed ketamine clinic in NYC or statewide
    2. 2.Search for clinical trials at NYU Langone or Mount Sinai
    3. 3.Monitor state legislation for upcoming changes

    Official Resources

    NY State Psilocybin Bill (A7928)

    Last updated: October 1, 2025

    Recent Changes

    October 1, 2025

    New York State Assembly passed psilocybin research bill. Awaiting Senate vote.

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