ATMA CENA Practitioners

02/16/2026

Starting something new can feel daunting—especially when it comes to your mental health. Our team is here to answer every question, address every concern, and guide you through the process with care and transparency.

Hear from one of our clients about their experience finding support at ATMA CENA.

02/13/2026

The Forward Fund represents a significant shift in how we think about access to psychedelic therapy, and it matters for practitioners. Traditional sliding scale models put financial burden on facilitators—you either see fewer clients or accept significantly reduced pay for some sessions.

Forward Fund flips this: facilitators are paid standard rates for ALL sessions, while participants with means contribute extra to sponsor others who need support.

Result: Facilitators can sustain their practice financially while serving diverse populations. Clients access care regardless of income. The community lifts itself collectively. For those of us committed to equity in psychedelic medicine, this model offers a path forward that doesn't require individual practitioners to subsidize access alone. It's structural change, not individual sacrifice.

As this model expands beyond Oregon and Colorado, it could reshape how psychedelic therapy is funded nationally. Worth understanding as you build your practice vision.

Learn more at https://withalthea.com/forward-fund/

02/12/2026

Most therapists want to learn about psychedelic-assisted therapy. But the real questions — around liability, legality, ethics, and whether you're actually qualified to practice — keep a lot of good clinicians on the sidelines.

We get it. And those concerns are exactly why ATMA CENA's Advanced Training Pathways exist.

We've organized our training into three specialized pathways, each aligned with your professional background:
🩺 Clinical Pathway — for licensed therapists preparing to practice psychedelic-assisted therapy in clinically supervised settings.
💊 Prescriber Pathway — for psychiatrists, physicians, nurse practitioners, and other prescribers integrating innovative mental health approaches into their clinical scope.
🌱 Integrative Pathway — for health and wellness professionals seeking foundational knowledge to support clients or collaborate alongside complementary therapies.

Every pathway begins with Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Foundations, then extends into your specialized stream — so you're not just learning theory. You're following a clear, structured path that leads straight to practice.

This isn't just education. It's entry into a consciously connected community committed to excellent, safe, and ethical practice. The therapists asking the hard questions today are the ones who will shape how this field is practiced tomorrow.

Registration for our next cohort closes March 2nd.

Register today or book a call with our program advisor to learn more!
https://atmacena.com/psychedelic-therapy-training/

ATMA CENA | Training Pathways | Psychedelic Education | Psychedelic Therapy Training

02/11/2026

We've completely rebuilt our learning platform, and the difference is significant. After years of delivering world-class content on a platform that didn't align with our community goals, we've built something worthy of the training we provide. New features: integrated discussion forums for cohort connection, mobile-optimized so you can learn anywhere, improved quiz and assessment tools.

Most importantly: better user experience means better learning outcomes. When technology supports your process instead of fighting it, you retain more, engage deeper, and actually enjoy the experience.

Our Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Foundations cohort is the first course on the new platform - registration deadline is March 2nd!

Enrollment is open—talk to a program advisor or register today through the link below! We're excited to show you around.

https://atmacena.com/psychedelic-therapy-training/
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02/09/2026

Important note for practitioners who've already completed our Introduction to Psychedelic Therapy course (or equivalent foundational training from other recognized programs): You CAN proceed directly to our Advanced Pathway courses! Here's how it works: If you've completed foundational PAT education through ATMA CENA's previous Intro course OR comparable training elsewhere, you're eligible to advance.

Review the advanced training offerings online using the link below, and advance to part two of any of our pathways! We recognize that many skilled practitioners need advanced training without repeating basics.

https://atmacena.com/psychedelic-therapy-training/

02/06/2026

Therapists across Canada are expanding their skills and deepening their impact through ATMA CENA's psychedelic therapy training programs.

Whether you're a counsellor, social worker, psychologist, nurse practitioner, or physician, there's a training pathway designed for your professional background:
Build confidence in emerging therapeutic modalities
Master evidence-based clinical approaches
Expand your scope within regulatory frameworks
Contribute meaningfully to the future of mental health care

With 30+ years of healthcare leadership behind our programs, ATMA CENA provides the practical, meaningful training that clinicians need to bring psychedelic-assisted therapy into their work safely and ethically.

Ready to expand your practice?
Learn More: https://atmacena.com/psychedelic-therapy-training/

02/04/2026

Applied Clinical Practice in Psychedelic Therapy is for licensed mental health professionals preparing to practice psychedelic-assisted therapy in legal settings.

If you're a psychologist, clinical social worker, licensed counsellor, or psychotherapist, this pathway gives you comprehensive training to work with PAT protocols safely and effectively.

You'll master: clinical assessment for PAT suitability, contraindications and safety screening, session facilitation techniques, crisis management protocols, and sophisticated integration frameworks.

Optional in-person additions like our Supervised Learning Lab or Immersive Experiences let you practice hands-on skills with expert feedback.

This training prepares you to work in licensed clinics, participate in our CoCare collaborative care model, and bring PAT into your existing practice where legal frameworks permit.

Our new learning platform makes the experience even better—better content delivery, better community features, better support for your learning.

Talk to a program advisor or register today if you're ready to join the movement.
https://atmacena.com/courses/applied-clinical-practice-in-psychedelic-therapy/

02/02/2026

Did you know that listening to ocean sounds can literally change your brain waves?
Research published in the National Library of Medicine found that natural water sounds shift our nervous system toward a more relaxed state, reducing cortisol levels by up to 25%. The rhythmic patterns of waves naturally synchronize with our brain's alpha waves, promoting deep relaxation and mental clarity. Next time you're feeling overwhelmed, find your way to moving water—or even play ocean sounds. Your nervous system will thank you.

Study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5842016/

01/30/2026

Psychedelic assisted therapy is showing up more often in conversations about mental health. Clients are asking about it. Research and media coverage are expanding. Conversations among colleagues are becoming more common.

For many therapists, this raises a practical and important question. How does this work fit within my clinical practice, my professional responsibilities, and my values as a therapist?

This live, interview style webinar offers a grounded conversation for therapists who are beginning to explore that question. The discussion focuses on how to orient to psychedelic assisted therapy in a responsible way, including the ethical, cultural, and clinical considerations that shape this work.

By exploring therapist readiness, cultural humility, the limits of biomedical models, and the difference between powerful experience and meaningful healing, this session supports clinicians in gaining clarity before deciding how or whether to engage more deeply.

About the Guest

Sergio Rodriguez-Castillo is a researcher, educator, and clinician whose work examines the cultural, ethical, and transpersonal dimensions of psychedelic-assisted therapy. His perspective brings together clinical psychology, lived experience, and scholarly inquiry — offering a grounded counterbalance to purely biomedical or technique-driven models.

Register now using the link below!
https://atmacena.com/events/beyond-the-hype-a-therapists-orientation-to-psychedelic-assisted-therapy/

ATMA CENA | Live Webinar | Psychedelics Webinar | Mental Healthcare

Psychedelic assisted therapy is showing up more often in conversations about mental health. Clients are asking about it. Research and media coverage are expanding. Conversations among colleagues are becoming more common.

01/28/2026

Your clients are asking about psychedelic therapy. Do you have the training to guide them?

As research advances and regulations evolve, more people are seeking psychedelic-assisted care for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use. As a practitioner, you don't need prior psychedelic experience—but you do need quality training.

ATMA CENA's programs meet you where you are:
→ No prior psychedelic experience required for the Essentials Pathway
→ Flexible, mobile-friendly learning that fits your schedule
→ CPA-approved continuing education credits
→ Financial aid available for eligible applicants

From foundational concepts to advanced clinical protocols, these pathways prepare you to practice confidently within your scope and regulatory framework.

Training grounded in science. Care rooted in ethics. Practice built on competence.

Learn More: https://atmacena.com/psychedelic-therapy-training/

01/26/2026

The future of mental health care is evolving. Are you ready?

Psychedelic-assisted therapy is reshaping how we approach treatment-resistant conditions—but bringing this work into your practice requires more than interest. It requires rigorous training, clinical expertise, and ethical grounding.

ATMA CENA offers three professionally guided pathways designed for mental health and wellness professionals:
✦ Essentials Pathway – Foundational knowledge for supporting clients in this emerging field
✦ Clinical Pathway – Advanced protocols for licensed practitioners preparing to deliver therapy
✦ Prescriber Pathway – Specialized training for physicians and NPs expanding their scope

All programs include CPA-approved CE credits and are built on evidence-based practice, patient safety, and collaborative care models.

Whether you're exploring how this work intersects with your current practice or preparing to integrate psychedelic therapy directly, there's a pathway designed for your professional journey.

Learn More: https://atmacena.com/psychedelic-therapy-training/

01/22/2026

Psychedelic-assisted therapy isn't coming—it's already here.

Your clients are asking about it. The research is compelling. The regulatory landscape is shifting. And therapists who get trained now will be positioned to lead in this space.

ATMA CENA's Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Foundations course gives you everything you need to start: CPA-endorsed training, real-world clinical insights, ethical frameworks, and a community of practitioners taking this work seriously.

Upon completion, you'll have CE credits and access to our Advanced Training Pathways—including immersive experiences, supervised learning labs, and 1-on-1 mentorship. We're on this path with you, every step of the way.

⏰ Registration closes March 2nd.

Join the first cohort of 2026 and take the first step using the link below!
https://atmacena.com/psychedelic-therapy-training/

ATMA CENA | Psychedelic Education | Continued Education | Mental Health Practitioners