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Before Becoming a Psychedelic Therapist: What You Need to Know
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The field of psychedelic-assisted therapy is evolving rapidly, offering new possibilities for healing trauma, depression, addiction, and more. But before you step into this transformative work, there are crucial considerations to keep in mind.
Becoming a psychedelic therapist goes beyond learning protocols—it involves deep personal preparation, ethical responsibility, looking into local laws and licensing boards,working collaboratively with a healthcare team, understanding the complexities of altered states of consciousness, and more. The integration of these medicines into therapy requires skill, self-awareness, and a commitment to best practices in both clinical and ceremonial settings.
In this free webinar, Sunny Strasburg, LMFT, an experienced psychedelic therapist and integration specialist, will help you:
- Understand the essential ethical, legal, and clinical considerations before practicing psychedelic-assisted therapy.
- Explore the psychological and spiritual preparation required to guide others through altered states.
- Learn about the most common challenges and pitfalls new psychedelic therapists face—and how to navigate them.
Did You Know?
Did you know that psychedelic therapy is on the verge of widespread legalization?
MDMA-assisted therapy is expected to receive FDA approval soon for PTSD treatment. Psilocybin therapy has been decriminalized in multiple U.S. cities and is being studied for depression. Ketamine therapy is already being used legally in clinical settings for rapid-acting depression relief.
With psychedelic-assisted therapy becoming more mainstream, proper training and ethical considerations are critical.
If you’re interested in becoming a psychedelic therapist, now is the time to prepare…
Sunny Strasburg, LMFT
Sunny Strasburg, LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist, educator, speaker, and pioneering author, specializes in psychedelic therapies and training clinicians to be skilled and trauma-informed psychedelic therapists. As the founder of The Theradelic Approach, she equips clinicians with trauma-informed psychedelic-assisted therapy methods, blending IFS, EMDR, archetypal psychology, trauma-informed care, and her extensive experience. Her debut book, “The Theradelic Approach,” delineates these innovative methodologies, elevating therapeutic standards of best practice.
Sunny catalyzes transformation among leaders in artificial intelligence technology, business, investment, and entertainment, fostering empathy and connectivity. Collaborating with Dr. Richard Schwartz,she creates impactful experiences that inspire compassion and creativity. Having served as clinical director for VR mental health projects, she gained firsthand experience in the ethical challenges of these technologies. Sunny is also dedicated to supporting professionals in AI ethics, climate change, and social justice. Sunny’s expertise resonates through engagements at NPR, SXSW, EMDRIA, Psychedelic Science, the IFS Conference, and The Expanded States of Consciousness Worldwide Summit.
Why Psychedelic Therapy is Transforming Mental Health
For decades, traditional psychotherapy has relied on talk therapy and medication to treat conditions like PTSD, depression, and addiction. However, recent psychedelic research has revealed that substances like psilocybin therapy, MDMA-assisted therapy, and ketamine therapy can offer profound healing experiences when combined with expert clinical guidance.
In this webinar, you’ll gain a clear understanding of what it takes to practice psychedelic-assisted therapy and why it’s more than just an emerging trend—it’s a paradigm shift in mental health care.
The Theradelic Approach:
A New Way to Work with Psychedelics
Sunny Strasburg is the founder of The Theradelic Approach, an innovative model that integrates:
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Archetypal psychology
- Trauma-informed care
This unique approach ensures that psychedelic integration isn’t just about the experience itself, but about lasting transformation.
As a pioneer in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, Sunny works with clinicians, business leaders, and AI ethics professionals to bridge ancient wisdom with modern therapeutic techniques. She has collaborated with Dr. Richard Schwartz, creator of IFS, and has spoken at major conferences such as Psychedelic Science, the IFS Conference, and SXSW.
If you want to train in psychedelic-assisted therapy, understanding Sunny’sTheradelic Approach is essential to developing safe, effective, and trauma-informed skills.
The Future of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
As the demand for psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy grows, new therapists must be prepared for:
Legal & ethical considerations
What is currently legal, and what’s changing?
Clinical best practices
How do you safely and effectively facilitate sessions?
Psychedelic integratio
How can clients process and sustain their breakthroughs?
Healing and consciousness
How do altered states create long-term psychological change?
Why This Matters Now
With MDMA-assisted therapy and psilocybin therapy nearing FDA approval, trained psychedelic therapists will soon be in high demand. However, this is not a field to enter unprepared—proper training, ethics, and psychedelic therapist training are critical for providing safe, effective care.
This webinar will help you understand the next steps before pursuing training and certification.
The Growing Demand for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
In recent years, psychedelic-assisted therapy has moved from the fringes of alternative medicine to the center of modern mental health research. Leading institutions like Johns Hopkins, MAPS, and NYU have produced groundbreaking studies showing how psychedelics can help individuals struggling with PTSD, depression, anxiety, and addiction—often when other treatments have failed.
As a result, more mental health professionals are seeking psychedelic therapist training to meet the growing demand. But before becoming a psychedelic therapist, it’s essential to understand:
- How psychedelic substances interact with the brain and nervous system.
- Why proper therapist training is critical for safety and efficacy.
- How integration practices support long-term healing.
In her free webinar, Sunny Strasburg will guide you through some of these key topics, helping you gain some clarity for the path ahead and what it truly takes to be an ethical, effective psychedelic therapist.
What to Expect in Psychedelic Therapist Training
If you’re considering a career in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, you might be wondering:
What does training look like?
While psychedelic therapy training programs vary, most reputable programs include:
Education on the science and history of psychedelics
Learn about substances like psilocybin, MDMA, ketamine, and ayahuasca and their effects on mental health.
Legal and ethical training
Understand the evolving legal landscape and the responsibilities that come with guiding clients through altered states.
Hands-on experience and supervision
Some programs offer in-person or virtual training, where clinicians can observe or participate in guided psychedelic experiences under professional supervision.
Integration techniques
Training includes psychedelic integration methods that help clients make sense of their experiences and apply insights into their daily lives
Trauma-informed approaches
Since many clients seeking psychedelic therapy have a history of trauma, training programs emphasize safety, emotional regulation, and therapeutic presence.
Sunny Strasburg’s Theradelic Approach is one such method that blends cutting-edge neuroscience with ancient wisdom, providing a holistic roadmap for therapists entering this field.
Curious about the training process? This webinar will answer your questions and help you understand what steps to take next.
Who Should Not Become a Psychedelic Therapist?
While the field of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is growing, it’s not the right path for everyone. This work requires deep self-awareness, training, and a commitment to ethical standards.
This may not be the right career path if:
- You're looking for a quick certification. True psychedelic therapist training takes time, effort, and personal growth— it’s not a weekend course or a shortcut to success.
- You're uncomfortable navigating altered states. A psychedelic therapist needs to be calm, grounded, and experienced in working with non-ordinary states of consciousness.
- You’re not willing to engage in your own inner work. The best therapists understand their own triggers, biases, and blind spots—which often means doing their own integration work first.
- You're not interested in trauma-informed approaches. Many clients who seek psychedelic therapy have a history of trauma, and working with trauma safely requires specialized training.
If you’re serious about becoming a psychedelic therapist, this webinar will help you assess whether this field is truly the right fit for you—and what next steps to take.
Who Should Watch This Webinar?
This session is ideal for:
- Therapists, psychologists, and mental health professionals exploring psychedelic-assisted therapy.
- Clinicians considering psychedelic therapist training and certification.
- Anyone interested in the ethical and legal landscape of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.
- Medical professionals curious about the future of psychedelics in therapy.
Even if you’re still exploring whether psychedelic-assisted therapy is right for you, this free session will give you the insights you need to make an informed decision.
About Sunny Strasburg, LMFT
Sunny Strasburg, LMFT, is a licensed psychotherapist, educator, speaker, and pioneering author specializing in psychedelic therapy. Her work focuses on training clinicians in trauma-informed psychedelic-assisted therapy and ensuring the highest ethical standards in this emerging field.
She has served as Clinical Director for VR mental health projects, worked with leaders in AI ethics, climate change, and social justice, and is a recognized voice in psychedelic research. Her upcoming book, “The Theradelic Approach”, outlines the gold standard of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy training.
Her expertise has been featured on: NPR, SXSW, EMDRIA, Psychedelic Science, and the IFS Conference.
Join this free webinar to learn directly from one of the leading minds in psychedelic-assisted therapy.
Final Thoughts: Take the First Step Toward Becoming a Psychedelic Therapist
The world of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is expanding, and trained professionals will be at the forefront of a mental health revolution.
If you’re serious about becoming a psychedelic therapist, this free webinar with Sunny Strasburg will give you the insights, ethical considerations, and next steps you need to begin your journey.
- Learn from a leading expert in psychedelic-assisted therapy.
- Understand the legal, ethical, and clinical requirements for working with psychedelics.
- Discover the core principles of The Theradelic Approach for psychedelic integration.
- Prepare yourself for the future of mental health.