This course includes four video lectures and two demonstration therapy sessions to explore the complex relationship between trauma and the human psyche. Students will learn about the physical manifestations of trauma, the role of intergenerational trauma, and the role of trauma from oppression, and how each of these relate to the psychedelic-assisted therapy process. This course introduces therapists to historical cases of the unethical use of psychedelics, examining conversion therapy targeting LGBTQ+ individuals, the MK Ultra project's impact on the Black community, and the oppressive legislation affecting indigenous plant medicine traditions. Finally, students will explore how psychedelic therapy, specifically MDMA-assisted therapy, can incorporate the physical manifestations of trauma into treatment, offering a unique path to healing. By the end of this course, you will be equipped with a comprehensive knowledge base, ethical considerations, and practical insights to engage in psychedelic therapy and Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration (PHRI) from a trauma-informed perspective.

This course is for licensed and aspiring therapists who wish to learn or strengthen their understanding of trauma-informed psychedelic therapy and/or PHRI.