Lunch & Learn: Psychedelics: What are they? What do they do?

Lunch & Learn

1.5 hours, 1.5 CEUs

$25 for Members

$50 for Non-Members

Psychedelics: What are they? What do they do?

Description: 

This workshop will discuss the differences among classic psychedelics and other hallucinogens, including natural and synthetic versions, historical uses as medicine, impact on the body and brain, potential problems, misuse, recent hallucinogen research as potential for medical uses, and review the legal issues.

Many of the natural hallucinogenic substances have long been a part of various cultures (indigenous, native) of many countries. Legalities will be reviewed along with current research regarding efficacy of natural and synthetic forms, as well as current research examining the potential as medicine, especially for depression.

Our Presenter: Martha Deering, LADC, LRC

About our presenter:

Martha Deering has worked in the substance use and physical/cognitive rehabilitation fields for almost 50 years with extensive experience in mental health issues as they occur frequently with both substance use issues and rehabilitation issues. Join her for a detailed discussion regarding the use and understanding of these substances. 

Monday February 2, 2026 from 11:30am-1:00pm 

Registration is required.

1.5 CEUs

Members: $25 - All levels of membership

Non-members: $50

Registration closes 5 business days before the event even if there are open spaces.

Some workshops have limited 'seats' by request of the presenter. 

When that limit is reached, registration will close.