Is Psilocybin Legal? Understanding Oregon’s Psilocybin Services Act

A First-in-the-Nation Program

In November 2020, Oregon voters passed Measure 109, creating the country’s first state-regulated psilocybin services program. After two years of rulemaking and preparation, the program officially launched in January 2023 under the oversight of Oregon Psilocybin Services (OPS), a section of the Oregon Health Authority.

This groundbreaking law does not “legalize magic mushrooms” in the way some people imagine. Instead, it created a tightly regulated system where adults 21 and over can access psilocybin in licensed service centers with licensed facilitators.

Vital Reset in Hood River, is one of those licensed centers. That means every client we work with is participating in psilocybin services that are 100% legal under Oregon law.

Legal vs. Illegal Psilocybin Use in Oregon

Because there’s still a lot of confusion, here’s a simple breakdown:

✅ Legal under Measure 109:

Adults 21+ consuming psilocybin inside a licensed service center
Sessions facilitated by an Oregon-licensed psilocybin facilitator
Psilocybin purchased legally from a licensed manufacturer and consumed onsite
Preparation and integration meetings with your facilitator

❌ Still illegal in Oregon:

Buying or selling psilocybin mushrooms outside the licensed system
Growing your own psilocybin mushrooms (unless separately covered by federal research exemptions)
Possessing or using psilocybin outside a licensed service center
Taking psilocybin home with you after your session

What Clients Can Expect at a Licensed Center

At Vital Reset, here’s what the law means for you as a client:

You don’t need a prescription, diagnosis, or referral. Anyone 21 or older can legally participate, regardless of medical history.
You cannot bring your own mushrooms. All psilocybin must come from licensed Oregon manufacturers.
All use happens onsite. You will consume psilocybin in a private room at our service center, with your facilitator present.
Facilitators are licensed and trained. They’ve completed Oregon’s certification program and follow strict ethical and safety guidelines.
Integration is encouraged. While not mandated by law, Vital Reset facilitators offer integration sessions to help you apply insights from your experience.

Why the Legal Framework Matters for Safety and Healing

For many clients, knowing that their session is completely legal and regulated brings a deep sense of relief. There’s no need to worry about secrecy, judgment, or breaking the law. Instead, you can fully relax into the process, knowing that:

The psilocybin you receive has been lab-tested for purity and safety.
Your facilitator has been vetted, trained, and licensed by the state.
The service center meets professional standards for privacy and security.

That sense of safety isn’t just logistical — it’s therapeutic. When you can let go of fear and uncertainty, the psilocybin can work more deeply. Feeling safe allows clients to surrender more fully, which often leads to more meaningful insights, healing, and lasting change.

As one client put it:

“Knowing everything was legal and regulated took away so much anxiety. I could just focus on the experience itself, and that made it so much more powerful.”

Why Oregon’s Approach Matters

Oregon’s psilocybin program is different from both decriminalization and medicalization:

It’s not medical — you don’t need a doctor or therapist referral, and facilitators are not acting as medical providers.
It’s not recreational — you can’t buy psilocybin to take home, and there are no dispensaries.
It’s a new model entirely — focused on supported, intentional use of psilocybin in a safe, legal setting.

This model was designed to maximize safety, reduce stigma, and ensure equitable access for people seeking personal growth, healing, or exploration.

Closing

Yes, psilocybin is legal in Oregon — but only within the framework of the Psilocybin Services Act. At Vital Reset, we’re proud to be part of this historic program, offering safe, legal, and compassionate psilocybin experiences in a supportive environment.

If you’re curious about what a journey might look like for you, we’re here to answer your questions.

Call 541-645-4485 or request a free consultation today.