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CPA Fall Symposium: Psychedelics in Practice: A Critical Examination of Research, Ethics, and Applications for Psychologists
Friday, November 08, 2024, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MDT
Category: Workshop

Join the Colorado Psychological Association (CPA) for an enlightening day-long symposium on Psychedelic Assisted Therapy! Dive deep into the latest research, discover best practices, and engage in thought-provoking discussions on the ethical and legal frameworks shaping this innovative field. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to this area of mental health treatment, this event offers a unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with experts and peers alike. We will have options to join in-person and virtually!

Date and Time:

Friday, November 8th 
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 

Location:


In Person
University of Colorado Denver - Department of Psychology 
North Classroom Building - NC1535
1200 Larimer Street
Denver, CO 80204

 

Virtual
Zoom

 

Pricing:
Registration Type

Early Bird
8/28 - 9/20

 Regular Pricing
9/21 - 11/8
Member $165 $185
Non-Member $255 $285
Student $65 $75 

 

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Agenda

  • 9:00 - 9:55 AM: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy - pharmacologic, psychotherapeutic, and practical considerations
    Presenter: Dr. Randy Buzan and Dr. Susan Frederick

  • 10:00 - 10:55 AM: How Psychedelics Affect the Brain: Key Findings & Debates
    Presenter: Dr. Manesh Girn

  • 11:00 - 12:30 PM: Legal & Regulatory Landscape Session
    Presenters: Natasia Poinsette, Lorey Batten, Josh Kappel, Sean McAllister
    Topics:

    • Colorado's Psilocybin Therapy Program: A Legal and Regulatory Framework for Psychedelic Care
    • Legal Overview of Psychedelic Therapy

  • 12:30 - 1:30 PM: Lunch, Networking, and Poster Presentations

  • 1:30 - 2:55 PM: Ethics Session
    Presenters: Dr. Shoshana Aal and Dori Lewis
    Topics:

    • Empowering Psychedelic Therapists: A Journey in Ethical Growth
    • Power in Psychedelic Spaces; Ethics & Avoiding Harm

  • 3:00 - 4:00 PM: Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy for those with Advanced Cancer: An Overview of the Current RCT Underway at the University of Colorado Denver
    Presenters: Dr. Kristin Kilbourn and Dr. Shandra Levey-Brown

  • 4:00 - 5:00 PM: Disrupted Reconsolidation of Emotional Memory in Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
    Presenter: Dr. Jim Grigsby

  • 5:00 PM: TBD - Networking Event

 

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