Many clinicians feel undertrained and ill-equipped to properly assess suicide risk, especially in patients seeking ketamine treatment for depression and suicidal ideation.

Inadequate risk assessment can lead to missing critical warning signs and risk factors. This jeopardizes patients' safety and exposes clinicians to legal and ethical issues.

This course is designed to enhance counselors' competence and confidence in conducting suicide risk assessments, particularly in the specialized context of ketamine treatment. Led by experts in clinical psychology and ketamine therapy, participants will gain practical skills to improve their clinical decision-making and documentation practices, ultimately enhancing patient safety and quality of care.

Learning Objectives

After completing this course, you'll be able to:

  • Describe key demographics, risk factors, and protective factors to assess in suicide risk evaluation

  • Demonstrate how to conduct a thorough clinical interview to evaluate suicidal ideation and behavior

  • Explain appropriate documentation methods for risk assessment and treatment recommendations

Continuing Education Approvals and Information

NBCC-Approved Provider | Oregon Board-Recognized CE

Psychedelic Affirming Education has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7579. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Psychedelic Affirming Education is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs.NBCC ACEP No. 7579 logo

This program is designed to meet continuing education requirements for the following boards:

  • Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon
  • Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists (OAR 833-080-0011)
  • Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers (OAR 877-025-0011)
  • Oregon Board of Psychology (OAR 858-040-0015)
  • Washington Examining Board of Psychology (WAC 246-924-240)
  • Washington Mental Health Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, and Social Workers Advisory Committee (WAC 246-809-620)

Please note: The responsibility for substantiating that a particular program meets the requirements rests solely with the licensee. 

Course curriculum

    1. Free Video Preview

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    2. Course Description and Learning Objectives

    3. Copy of Course Resources

    1. Suicide Assessment Part 1

    2. Suicide Assessment Part 2

    3. Suicide Assessment Part 3

    1. Learning Assessment

    2. Program Evaluation

About this course

  • $40.00
  • 8 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Instructors

Dr. Peter H. Addy

PhD, LPC, LMHC

Dr. Peter H. Addy is an expert in the field of psychedelic substances and states of consciousness. With 15 years of experience, Dr. Addy has established himself as an authority on the transformative effects of transcendence and wholeness. Dr. Addy's knowledge and expertise have led him to become a highly sought-after speaker and presenter, having given talks internationally on a range of topics related to spirituality, transpersonal states, psychedelic science, and research methodology. Dr. Addy is also an accomplished writer, having authored numerous scientific articles, book chapters, and popular press articles on typical and atypical psychedelics, substance abuse, and spirituality.

Dr. Lindsay Wilkinson

ND, LAc

Dr. Wilkinson works with patients on a wide variety of integrative mental health, gynecologic, and digestive health concerns, and has pursued focused clinical training in non-ordinary states of consciousness. Dr. Lindsay uses evidence informed practice in both traditional and modern diagnostic techniques and treatment methods. After completing a CNME approved residency at Kwan Yin Healing Arts Center in 2016, Dr. Wilkinson has continued to provide care with a dual focus on conventional and holistic mental health and women’s health. Dr. Wilkinson brings a comprehensive holistic approach to her patients with an emphasis in somatic techniques incorporating bodywork and acupuncture to invite patients into body awareness, alleviate pain, and optimize the relationships between psyche and soma. Dr. Wilkinson’s passion for body-centered techniques have driven her to integrate multiple bodywork modalities into her practice, including Classical 5 Element Acupuncture, Tami Kent’s Holistic Pelvic Care, the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy, Chi Nei Tsang visceral abdominal massage, Cranial Sacral Therapy and Kundalini Mediumship Shamanic Healing.

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FAQ

  • Who is this course for?

    Any medical provider, mental health clinician, or wellness professional who works with patients seeking ketamine treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other conditions. This includes physicians, psychologists, counselors, social workers, nurses, and more.

  • Are there any prerequisites for this course?

    While there are no formal prerequisites, this is an intermediate-level course. We recommend a basic working knowledge of depression, anxiety, trauma, and the fundamentals of suicide risk assessment. It may be helpful to have some familiarity with ketamine therapy already, but it is not required.

  • Does this course teach how to administer ketamine?

    No, this course focuses solely on the suicide risk assessment process for patients seeking ketamine treatment. It does not cover the actual administration of ketamine or other psychedelic medicines. We recommend seeking additional education through a professional medical training program for training on that.

  • What is your policy on accommodations for participants with disabilities?

    We are committed to providing an inclusive learning environment for all participants. If you require accommodations due to a disability, please contact us. We will work with you to make reasonable accommodations to ensure you can fully participate in the course.

  • What is your refund and cancellation policy?

    We have a no-refund policy for this course; all sales are final. We encourage participants to carefully review the course description and requirements before enrolling.