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A Microdose of Ethics: Legal & Ethical Considerations for Psychedelic and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy

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Course Description:
It would not be hyperbole to state that we are on the precipice of a potential paradigm shift in the treatment of some mental health conditions. While classic psychedelics such as MDMA and psilocybin remain listed as Schedule 1 substances by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency, that may change in the coming year, which could usher in an era of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. While we wait for updates from ongoing clinical trials, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is currently being provided in a variety of settings. This workshop will guide attendees through the legal and ethical considerations when providing ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and what principles may apply to psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy in the future.

Price:

Member: $55
Nonmember: $65

Credit Hours:
 3 Hours

Learning Objectives:
 
The presentation will provide an overview of:
  • Analyze different ways in which risk may fluctuate across setting types when providing ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
  • Identify key sections of the CAMFT Code of Ethics applicable to psychedelic- and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
  • Describe the current legal differences between providing psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy versus ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
Disclaimer
The user acknowledges that the workshops, handouts, and related course materials contained therein are intended for educational purposes only, and should not be considered to be legal advice or a substitute for legal or clinical consultation. These presentations address issues that are multi-faceted, and the user should not assume that the courses discuss every law, regulation, or ethical code that may be relevant to the subject matter. Legal and ethical standards are subject to change and it is always prudent to check to see whether a particular law, regulation, or ethical standard may have changed.

This course satisfies the Law and Ethics course requirement for LMFTs, LCSWs, LPCCs and LEPs which is required for each license renewal cycle

Refunds/Cancellations: CAMFT does not offer refunds for On-Demand Library purchases.