SoundMind Institute Makes Headlines: Featured in Forbes for Our Pioneering Work in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy
SoundMind Institute has been featured in Forbes! Our commitment to advancing psychedelic-assisted therapy has gained significant recognition, and we couldn't be more thrilled.
In “Changing Consciousness: Online Global Summit Explores Latest in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy” by David E. Carpenter, SoundMind Institute received well-deserved attention for its innovative approach to training psychedelic facilitators. The article highlights the contributions of Dr. Hannah for her groundbreaking work in bridging psychoanalysis and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.
Forbes Spotlight on Dr. Hannah McLane and SoundMind Institute
Forbes Magazine explains that "A sampling of the lineup of the Global Psychedelic Summit which "includes: Bessel Van Der Kolk, MD, psychiatrist and author of The Body Keeps the Score, who is a leading educator and researcher in MDMA therapy for trauma; Hannah McLane, MD, MA, MPH, a physician, psychoanalyst, and founder of SoundMind Institute, a psychedelic training program aimed at educating and supporting psychedelic facilitators from all backgrounds and identities; Stanislav Grof, MD, a renown psychedelic psychotherapy pioneer, author, and developer of Holotropic Breathwork, co-founder and chief theoretician of Transpersonal Psychology, and founder of the International Transpersonal Association; and many more specialists in the field of psychedelic therapy."
The article goes on to describe more specifically that "Dr. McLane of the SoundMind Institute [discusses] the similarities between psychoanalysis and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy" and that "McLane founded one of the first programs to gain acceptance of the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Higher Education Coordinating Commission (HECC) to train psychedelic facilitators within the Oregon Psilocybin Program. SoundMind aims to foster the growth of the most exceptionally trained, ethical, and insightful facilitators in the psychedelic ecosystem... and achieves this through [their] unique approach to training facilitators in a diverse range of modalities—including but not limited to psychodynamic therapy, ceremonial plant medicine, and somatic approaches to healing.”
Join Us on This Exciting Journey
As we celebrate this feature, we invite you to learn more about our Psychedelic Facilitator Training Program. Starting on September 17th, this program offers a deep dive into psychedelic-assisted facilitation, including the therapeutic use of ketamine, MDMA, and psilocybin. It’s designed for clinicians—psychotherapists, physicians, and others—but we welcome applications from individuals passionate about making a difference in this transformative field.
What to Expect:
Weekly Live Classes: Engage with leading experts and gain valuable insights from their extensive experience.
Transformative Experiential Retreats: Participate in life-changing retreats in stunning locations.
Comprehensive Training: Explore both ceremonial space holding and medical model approaches.
Personalized Mentorship: Benefit from one-on-one mentorship tailored to your needs.
Cutting-Edge Curriculum: Discover a curriculum approved in Oregon and soon in Colorado.