“As therapists and guides, we’re holding space for the location of healing to be intrinsic to that person. Of course, that is true – when you cut yourself and, if you keep the conditions clean and dry, your cells know how to knit themselves back together. There is an intelligence there.”
–Dr. Devon Christie (Mindspace Well-being, 2021)
In this module, we focused on providing you with an overview of the course content and what you can expect to gain from taking this course. We walked you through a brief overview of psychedelic-assisted therapy. You also learned about the Numinus care model which is rooted in the Integrative and Transformative Mental Wellness framework and centered around the seven guiding principles:
Justice, Equity, Dignity, and Inclusion
Cultural safety and humility
Trauma and violence-informed care
Connection
Mindfulness
Embodiment
Harm reduction
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Module 1 Knowledge Check due
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As you progress throughout your week, reflect on the following question(s). There is no required written response, rather it is a key takeaway to reflect on. If you would like, you can share your response on
What are some ways that you can commit to upholding truth and reconciliation and Indigenous cultural safety and humility in your professional and personal life?
Mindspace Well-being (2021). Dr. Devon Christie on Psychedelics as a New Paradigm for Medicine [Podcast Video]. YouTube.