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CPA's Next Coffee/Networking Event!

Wednesday, December 11th
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Please join CPA members and leaders for a coffee/light breakfast networking event where you can meet CPA members and leaders, share information about your role as a psychologist, and create new connections.  Bring business cards, flyers, brochures, or just yourself and join us!  You do NOT need to be a CPA member to attend.

Where: 
Active Talks LLC (Dr. Scott Sorensen's Office)
5860 S. Curtice St, Littleton 80120

Parking:
There is plenty of street parking available.

RSVP HERE

 

 

Welcome New CPA Members!

The Colorado Psychological Association would like to recognize and welcome the following new members who joined CPA in October!

October:

Kelly Brey
Hannah Coffey
Ilana Engel
Millie Funderburk
Tabitha Gressard
Jessica Harbour
Kristina Horsting
Ashley Lee
Austin Mallard
Emily Matus
Evelyn Ohaus
Emily Peterman Cabano
James Ramarushton
Lindsay Shaw
Elena Vitkin
Sarah Westover
 

Gain 7 Hours of CE at the CPA Psychedelics Symposium

Are you ready to deepen your expertise in psychedelic-assisted therapy? CPA’s Fall Symposium offers 7 hours of Continuing Education credits, with sessions led by leading voices in both research and practice. Join us in exploring the cutting-edge intersection of neuroscience, legal frameworks, and ethical considerations—all while advancing your professional development.

Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MDT
Location: University of Colorado Denver - Department of Psychology, Denver, CO / Zoom for Virtual Attendees

Registration TypeEarly Bird (8/28 - 10/4)Regular (10/5 - 11/8)
Member $165 $185
Non-Member $255 $285
Student $65 $75

 

Why Attend?

This day-long symposium brings together leading experts to discuss the latest research, best practices, and ethical considerations in the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to this area, you’ll gain invaluable insights and practical knowledge.

Continuing Education 
Gain 7 hours of continuing education available for both in-person and virtual attendees.

LEARN MORE

Session Information Now Available!


10:00 - 10:55 AM
How Psychedelics Affect the Brain: Key Findings & Debates
Speaker: Dr. Maneesh Girn

11:00 - 12:30 PM
Legal & Regulatory Landscape Session
Speaker: Sean McAllister

Colorado's Psilocybin Therapy Program: A Legal and Regulatory Framework for Psychedelic Care
Speaker: Natasia Poinsatte, Joshua Kappel, Lorey Bratten 

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

1:30 - 2:55 PM - Ethics Session
Psychedelic Ethics: Exploring the Shadow and Embracing Harm Reduction
Speakers: Dori G Lewis, Shoshana Aal

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
Speaker: Kristin Kilbourn

4:00 - 5:00 PM
Disrupted Reconsolidation of Emotional Memory in Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
Speakers: Jim Grigsby, Shandra M. Brown Levey

5:00 PM - Networking
More information coming soon!

REGISTER NOW

 

Thank You Sponsors

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CPA's Next Coffee/Networking Event!

Friday, October 25th
8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Please join CPA members and leaders for a coffee/light breakfast networking event where you can meet CPA members and leaders, share information about your role as a psychologist, and create new connections.  Bring business cards, flyers, brochures, or just yourself and join us!  You do NOT need to be a CPA member to attend.

Where: 
WholeMind Psychology
1720 S Bellaire St, Suite 201, Denver, CO 80222

Parking:
There is a parking lot available for the building and usually plenty of street parking.

 

Explore Psychedelics in Practice: A Day of Learning & Innovation

Are you curious about the latest developments in psychedelic-assisted therapy? The Colorado Psychological Association invites you to join us for a transformative learning experience at the: CPA Fall Symposium: Psychedelics in Practice: A Critical Examination of Research, Ethics, and Applications for Psychologists

Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM MDT
Location: University of Colorado Denver - Department of Psychology, Denver, CO / Zoom for Virtual Attendees

Early Bird Registration Extended!
Take advantage of the special early bird rate until October 4th and save on your registration!

Registration TypeEarly Bird (8/28 - 10/4)Regular (10/5 - 11/8)
Member $165 $185
Non-Member $255 $285
Student $65 $75

 

Why Attend?

This day-long symposium brings together leading experts to discuss the latest research, best practices, and ethical considerations in the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to this area, you’ll gain invaluable insights and practical knowledge.

Continuing Education 
Gain 7 hours of continuing education available for both in-person and virtual attendees.

LEARN MORE

Session Information Now Available!

Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy: Pharmacologic, Psychotherapeutic, and Practical Considerations - 9:00 - 9:55 AM
Explore the pharmacology of psychedelics, criteria for patient selection, and the preparation and integration necessary for successful psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy (PAP). This session, led by Dr. Randy Buzan and Dr. Susan Frederick, emphasizes the importance of good preparation and integration for effective outcomes.

How Psychedelics Affect the Brain: Key Findings & Debates - 10:00 - 10:55 AM
Join Dr. Maneesh Girn as he delves into the neuroscience of psychedelics, examining how they alter brain function and promote therapeutic benefits. Gain a comprehensive overview of key discoveries and controversies in the field, including neuroplasticity and its role in therapy.

Legal & Regulatory Landscape Session - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

  • Psychedelics in Practice Panel: Legal Considerations and Colorado Natural Medicine Regulations
    Understand the new rules under the Colorado Natural Medicine Health Act and the legal implications for facilitators and therapists. Learn about the licensing process and ethical obligations for providing mental health therapy within healing centers.
  • Colorado's Psilocybin Therapy Program: A Legal and Regulatory Framework for Psychedelic Care
    Discover the structure of Colorado’s psilocybin therapy program, including screening requirements, standards of care, and training for facilitators, with insights from Natasia Poinsatte, Joshua Kappel, and Lorey Bratten.

Ethics Session: Psychedelic Ethics—Exploring the Shadow and Embracing Harm Reduction - 1:30 - 2:55 PM
Dori G Lewis and Shoshana Aal tackle the ethical complexities in psychedelic facilitation, discussing harm reduction strategies and community-driven approaches to avoid ethical missteps. Learn how indigenous practices can guide ethical facilitation in this rapidly evolving field.

Psilocybin-Assisted Psychotherapy for Those with Advanced Cancer - 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Kristin Kilbourn presents findings from a clinical trial on psilocybin-assisted psychotherapy for cancer patients, highlighting its potential to alleviate distress and improve quality of life. Understand the challenges and benefits of this innovative therapeutic approach

Disrupted Reconsolidation of Emotional Memory in Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy - 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Explore the therapeutic mechanisms behind psychedelic-assisted therapy with Dr. Jim Grigsby and Dr. Shandra M. Brown Levey. Learn how psychedelics can interfere with reconsolidation of emotional memory, providing a promising avenue for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.

REGISTER NOW

 

Thank You Sponsors

Lunch Sponsor
Interested in Sponsorship? Click here!
 
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