Couples Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

Supporting partners through psychedelic-assisted therapy.

Psychedelic-assisted therapy with couples opens space to explore relational patterns, emotional connection and interpersonal dynamics. It also asks the practitioner to hold each partner's individual experience while supporting the relationship as a whole.

This interactive workshop explores therapeutic approaches to preparing and supporting couples, with particular attention to communication, emotional safety, relational dynamics and integration. Through practical exercises, case-based discussion and facilitated learning, you'll work through how to navigate challenging relational moments and support meaningful engagement between partners.

What you'll take away

• Identify key considerations when assessing and preparing couples for psychedelic-assisted therapy
• Recognize relational patterns and interpersonal dynamics that may emerge during the work
• Explore approaches to supporting emotional safety, communication and engagement between partners
• Practise responding to challenging relational dynamics through case-based exercises
• Identify integration approaches that support continued relational exploration and communication

Who should attend

PAT-trained therapists and practitioners who work with couples, or plan to.

Your facilitators

Lauren Birks, Clinical Social Worker/Therapist, PhD, MSW/RSW, MHA, RMFT, and Lisa Kemp, Director of Programs at ATMA CENA.

Cost and registration

$499 CAD per participant. Full refund if cancelled on or before October 12, 2027.