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Trauma, Healing, and Psychedelics: Clinical and Research Perspectives

Traumatic events can underpin many kinds of mental health issues. Exploring, naming, and finding healing from trauma are crucial parts of mental health treatment for many people. New research suggests that psychedelics – a class of hallucinogenic drugs whose main effect is to trigger non-ordinary states of consciousness – may offer new ways of approaching this process. Join us for a conversation about trauma and the brain, how and why psychedelics are being used in trauma treatment, and the potential risks and benefits to keep in mind if you or your loved ones are interested in these treatments. With ASL interpretation. About Our Speakers Dr. Gita Vaid, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist and psychoanalyst practicing ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in New York City. She is a co-founder of the Center for Natural Intelligence, a multidisciplinary laboratory dedicated to psychedelic psychotherapy innovation and clinical practice. Dr. Vaid completed her residency training at NYU Medical Center, psychoanalytic training at the Psychoanalytic Association of New York. She trained as a fellow in clinical psychopharmacology and neurophysiology at New York Medical College and completed a research fellowship at NYU Medical Center. Dr. Vaid is a MAPS-trained psychedelic psychotherapist and is on Faculty and a lead instructor at The Ketamine Training Center. Dr. Rachel Yehuda, PhD, is an Endowed Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience of Trauma. She is also Director of Mental Health at the James J. Peters Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Yehuda's research on cortisol and epigenetic mechanisms has revolutionized our understanding of the neurobiology and treatment of PTSD. In 2019, Dr. Yehuda was elected to the National Academy of Medicine for her seminal contributions to understanding the psychological and biological impact of traumatic stress. Last year, Dr. Yehuda established and now directs the Center for Psychedelic Psychotherapy and Trauma Research, and has been named one of the most influential women in the psychedelic field. May 10, 2022