Although psychedelic drugs are illegal in South Africa, many self-appointed healers and shamans based in Cape Town are openly advertising that they incorporate them in their therapies. Anyone convicted of their commercial use faces a fine, a prison sentence of up to 25 years, or both. Photographer Stuart Dods is one of those willing to take the treatment from a shaman. In an elegant wooden cabin nestled in the forest on Cape Town's outskirts, he is about to undergo his second psychedelic experience to treat a series of mental health issues he has been suffering from. At a cost of around $2,000 (£1,500), the psychedelic experience involves taking doses of psilocybin (also known as magic mushrooms) and MDMA (party drug, ecstasy). While growing research supports the efficacy of psychedelics for mental health conditions, experts warn of their risks, especially outside clinical settings. Client experiences, such as that of Dods, suggest an ongoing quest for alternative healing methods, all while under the shadow of legal repercussions and safety concerns.