Earlier this month, Alberta announced new regulations for the use of psychedelics in therapy. Researchers and health-care professionals are increasingly exploring how drugs like ketamine can be used for mental health treatment.
Canadian mental health professionals complete psychedelic training program The program was developed in conjunction with Wayfound Mental Health Group Inc. and the Psychologists Association of Alberta.
Author of the article: Sam Riches
Publishing date: May 06, 2021 • May 6, 2021 • 2 minute read • One of the major obstacles in increasing access to psychedelic therapy is an acute shortage of therapists who have the education, knowledge and resources both from a psychological and psychedelic perspective to provide the necessary support and guidance to patients. Photo by iStock / Getty Images Plus
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In February, ATMA Journey Centers Inc., an Alberta-based company focused on delivering psychedelic-assisted therapies, announced it was launching a psychedelic training program for therapists.