Meet the Experts: Who’s Leading the Way in Microdosing Mushrooms (and What They Recommend)

If you’re curious about microdosing psilocybin mushrooms but aren’t sure who to trust or where to start—you’re not alone. A lot of really smart, heart-centered folks have been researching, experimenting, and sharing their wisdom for years.

Here are five of the most respected voices in the world of microdosing mushrooms—plus a little about how they each approach it:

1. Dr. James Fadiman

Known as the “father of microdosing,” Dr. Fadiman has been collecting thousands of stories from people around the world who use tiny amounts of psychedelics to feel more focused, balanced, and creative.

His protocol:

• Day 1: Microdose

• Day 2: No dose (rest and reflect)

• Day 3: No dose

• Repeat

This gentle rhythm gives your body time to integrate and helps you stay clear about what’s helping and what’s not.

2. Paul Stamets

Paul is a mushroom expert who’s been studying fungi for decades. He created something called the “Stamets Stack,” which blends psilocybin mushrooms with two other powerful allies: lion’s mane (for brain health) and niacin (to help it absorb better).

His protocol:

• Microdose daily for 4–5 days, then

• 2–3 days off

He recommends small doses that are barely noticeable, so you can stay grounded while still getting the benefits.

3. Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris

Robin isn’t a microdoser himself, but he’s a neuroscience expert who helps us understand what psychedelics are doing in the brain—even at low doses. His research shows how these medicines may calm the part of the brain that keeps us stuck in worry or negative thinking.

While he hasn’t given a personal protocol, his work supports the idea that low, regular doses may support emotional healing and better mental health.

4. Amanda Feilding

Amanda is one of the behind-the-scenes heroes of psychedelic research. Through her Beckley Foundation, she’s helped fund major studies on how microdosing affects things like mood, focus, and creativity.

Her supported research suggests:

• People may benefit from low doses every 3 days

• Over time, some folks report more openness, calm, and creativity

She’s also a big advocate for policy change and making this kind of healing more accessible.

5. Ayelet Waldman

Ayelet is a writer who shared her personal journey with microdosing in her book A Really Good Day. She started microdosing to help with mood swings and depression—and it changed her life.

She followed Dr. Fadiman’s protocol:

• 1 day on, 2 days off

• For a full month

Her story helped bring microdosing into the spotlight for everyday folks—not just scientists or psychonauts.

Final Thoughts:

There’s no one-size-fits-all answer when it comes to microdosing. But these experts—and their lived wisdom—offer a safe and thoughtful place to begin. As always, listen to your body, start low and go slow, and make space for rest, reflection, and intention.

Microdosing isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about remembering your wholeness and giving yourself the support to show up fully for life.