Supervision & Mentorship

Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Mentorship

The Nashville Psychedelic Center provides supervision and mentorship to therapists who are currently working with psychedelic medicine or who are interested in starting this work. We are happy to help support you in your growth as a psychedelic therapist and foster better client care. We want to help professional development and the ethical practice of therapists in this emerging field.

Overview of Consultation/Supervision:

  • Offer consultation services to therapists interested in incorporating psychedelic-assisted therapy into their practice.

  • Provide comprehensive information and education about the principles, theories, and practices of psychedelic therapy.

  • Guide therapists in understanding the potential benefits and risks of psychedelic-assisted therapy for different clinical populations and presenting issues.

  • Assist therapists in developing protocols, treatment plans, and strategies for conducting safe and effective psychedelic therapy sessions.

  • Support therapists in preparing clients for psychedelic experiences, including assessment, screening, and creating a supportive environment.

  • Offer guidance on dosage, administration, and protocols for working with specific psychedelic substances.

  • Assist therapists in integrating the insights, themes, and challenges that arise during psychedelic experiences into clients' ongoing therapeutic work.

  • Facilitate discussions and case consultations to explore ethical considerations, best practices, and challenging scenarios specific to psychedelic therapy.

  • Provide ongoing support and mentoring to therapists as they navigate the unique dynamics and complexities of psychedelic-assisted therapy.

  • Stay updated with the latest research, advancements, and legal considerations in the field of psychedelic therapy and share this knowledge with therapists.

  • Collaborate with therapists to develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate psychedelic therapy alongside other therapeutic modalities.

  • Uphold ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality in all consultant-therapist interactions.

  • Robert DeSalvo, LCSW

    Co-Founder, Clinical Director

  • Lindsey Weiner, LMSW

    Co-Founder, Clinician

  • Kaitlin Carlson, LMSW

    Clinician