How to Become a Certified Psychedelic Therapist in Canada in 2026
Once considered fringe, psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT) is now at the forefront of conversations about the future of mental health. In Canada, as we move through 2025 and into 2026, practitioners are beginning to explore how evidence-based therapy, neuroscience, and traditional knowledge systems can come together in clinical and research settings. This guide highlights the current […]
How to Get Psychedelic Therapy Certification in Canada
Psychedelic-assisted therapy is reshaping mental health care in Canada. With evidence from top institutions like MAPS and Johns Hopkins University, treatments using psychedelics are showing promising results—especially for depression, PTSD, and anxiety that haven’t responded to conventional therapy. As this field grows, so does the need for well-trained professionals. Getting trained in psychedelic-assisted therapy is […]
Finding Your Path: Which Psychedelic Therapy Training Fits Your Future?
If you work in mental health or wellness, chances are you’ve been hearing more about psychedelic-assisted therapy. Maybe a client has asked you about it. Maybe you’ve read about new research. Or maybe you’re just personally curious about how psychedelics are being used in therapeutic settings. It’s a fascinating time — but also a confusing […]
Psychedelics Recreational Use VS Therapeutic Promise and Precaution
When delivered in a safe, guided setting, psychedelic assisted therapy can be profoundly healing — offering relief for people living with depression and other mental health challenges. As research has expanded and regulations have evolved, access to psychedelic therapy in Canada has become increasingly available across the country and beyond. Health Canada’s approval of esketamine […]
Balancing Safety and Access: Bringing Policy to Life at ATMA CENA
When The Balancing Safety and Access report through MAPS Canada was released in early 2023, the intention we had was clear, to guide emerging psychedelic regulations toward a model that protects clients without restricting access. As both a registered nurse and a co-author of that report, I’ve lived through these same principles in my leadership […]
The Music is the Medicine: The Active Role of Sound in Psychedelic Therapy
In psychedelic-assisted therapy, music isn’t background décor — it’s an active partner in the healing process. When a person enters an expanded state, sound becomes a subtle guide, shaping the emotional terrain, steadying the pace, and inviting meaning. The right music can soften resistance, surface insight, and support release; the wrong music can distract or […]
Why Psychedelic Therapy Training Matters
Over the last five years, I’ve had the privilege of working with hundreds of therapists as they step into psychedelic-assisted therapy (PAT). I’m not a therapist myself, but I’ve had a front-row seat to their journeys — the curiosity, the hesitation, the breakthroughs. Recently, I sat in on a webinar with Dr. Sergio Rodriguez-Castillo. His […]
The Truth Thread in Nine Perfect Strangers and Why Safe, Ethical Care Matters
If you’ve seen Nine Perfect Strangers, you know the premise: nine guests arrive at a luxurious, exotic wellness retreat, hoping to change their lives. They’re promised deep transformation through a mysterious blend of treatments, including psychedelic therapy. As entertaining as the show is, it threads a real truth through its drama: people today are seeking more […]
Celebrating Earth Day: A Call to Action for Our Planet
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22, serves as a global reminder of our responsibility to protect and cherish the planet we call home. Established in 1970, this day highlights environmental issues and encourages individuals and organizations to take action toward sustainability. At ATMA CENA, we recognize that our commitment to the Earth extends beyond […]
Regulatory Changes in Colorado Lead to New Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Opportunities for Therapists
The world of mental health treatment is rapidly evolving, particularly with the recent developments in Colorado regarding psychedelic-assisted therapy. As therapists, it’s crucial to stay informed about these changes and explore how they can enhance your practice. Colorado is paving the way for licensed psychedelic therapy in the U.S., opening the door for innovative treatment […]