8b: November 14, 2025: Social Work and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: History, Evidence, Policy Development, and Ethics

Friday, November 14, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Pre-register by November 7, 2025

This is a virtual course, and will take place over Zoom.

A link to this virtual course will be sent one week prior to the event.

3 CEHs

$45.00 SLU Alumni and pre-registered SLU practicum instructors

$65.00 All others

Course Description
Presenter: Stacy Meers, MBA, MSW Candidate

Title: Social Work and Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: History, Evidence, Policy Development, and Ethics
*Meets Ethics Requirements

Learning Objectives: 
  • Discuss the history of psychedelics - discovery, early treatment research, politics & government regulation.  
  • Outline public policy, public awareness/education, and other factors that have contributed to the rise in interest in psychedelic and interventional techniques.  
  • Review the research and evidence base for psychedelic-assisted therapy interventional approaches that may be used in the treatment of mental disorders including treatment-resistant depression, end-of-life anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and substance use disorders.  
  • Evaluate factors that may impact the provision of psychedelics and interventions including stigma, settings, culture, and professional ethics. 
Course Description: This CE course will provide social workers and other clinical professionals with an in-depth understanding of the history of interventions, current research, and evidence for the use of psychedelics in treating mental disorders. Additionally, the course will delve into the public awareness, education, and policy implications of using psychedelics to treat conditions such as traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, and substance use. We will explore the ethical considerations associated with psychedelics, focusing on the current and future ethical considerations related to the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) guidelines. Legal and practical considerations will be addressed to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Finally, this course will highlight how this knowledge can assist clinicians in their day-to-day practice in supporting their client’s overall health and wellness outcomes. 

Bio: Stacy Meers, MBA, MSW Candidate has over 20 years of professional experience in information systems design & development, resource navigation, change management, and leadership.  Stacy is an advocate for psychedelic-assisted therapy and the importance of public education and research.  Completing an MSW degree from SLU in May of 2025 focused on Communities & Organizations, she currently works with veteran and community-based organizations to support collaboration, research, policy development, and education.  

Price:

$65.00