Introduction to Psychedelic Therapies

Introduction to Psychedelic Therapies (CNSG-799) is a special topics course designed exclusively for current Naropa graduate students, offering a comprehensive exploration of psychedelic medicines and their applications in various healing modalities.

This course emphasizes harm reduction, safety concerns, ethical implications, and the potential benefits of psychedelic use in diverse settings. Students gain valuable insight into this emerging field of mental health care by providing an overview of current psychedelic therapies in areas such as palliative care and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.

The course adopts an interdisciplinary approach, drawing from various disciplines such as counselling psychology, religious studies, chaplaincy, and ecopsychology. This multifaceted perspective allows students to develop a nuanced understanding of the complex interplay between the various factors involved in psychedelic therapies. Through this course, Naropa graduate students can deepen their knowledge of the transformative potential of psychedelic medicines and explore their roles as future practitioners in this exciting and rapidly evolving field.