Psychedelic Competency Training for Mental Health Professionals

Psychedelic medicine is rapidly entering mainstream mental health care- and more clients than ever are having psychedelic experiences, seeking integration support, or asking their therapists for guidance. Many clinicians feel curious… but unsure where to start.

This half-day training is designed as a crash course in psychedelic competency for mental health professionals & trainees seeking direction, guidance and education in this complex field. Whether you’re brand new to the field or already encountering psychedelic-experienced clients in your practice, you’ll gain an introduction to foundational knowledge, cultural sensitivity, ethical frameworks, and practical tools to support clients safely- and to know when and where to refer.

Led by Lauren Going, LCSW-C, founder of Expand Your Self Wellness - Baltimore’s dedicated ketamine-assisted psychotherapy practice- and John Clifton, M.D., ceremonial practitioner, psychedelic consultant, and Director of Research & Education at Veterans Exploring Treatment Solutions (VETS Inc.), this training blends clinical insight, lived experience, scientific literacy, and…