Mission statement

At PSYK-ed, our mission is to revolutionize mental health care by equipping professionals with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in psychedelic therapy. We strive to create a supportive and accessible learning environment where participants can confidently integrate ketamine-assisted psychotherapy into their practice. Join us on this groundbreaking journey and together, let’s transform lives and heal minds.

Our Team

At PSYK-ed, we’re a group of passionate mental health professionals who believe in the transformative power of psychedelic therapy and are dedicated to sharing our knowledge and experience with others in the field.

Dr Mark Braunstein

“Dr. B,” is a whole health psychiatrist. He completed his residency in general psychiatry and his fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry in 1997. Shortly thereafter, he began exploring the use of psychoactive plant-based medicines in the treatment of various psychiatric conditions in both children and adults. With over 22 years of clinical experience, Dr. B has pioneered a new path in psychiatric care that integrates wilderness programming, exercise, diet, spirituality, and natural medicines. Dr. B is the medical director for multiple mental health clinics, including a groundbreaking psychedelic psychotherapy practice in Boulder, Colorado. His plant-based dosing protocols have made him a sought-after medical consultant, advisor, and educator. He runs inpatient and outpatient treatment programs focused on addiction treatment. Driven by a passion to educate and elevate humanity to a healthier and happier place, Dr. B is involved in multiple projects focused on expanding access, awareness, research, and safety in the field of psychedelics.

Dr Phil Wolfson

Phil Wolfson MD is the creator of a new psychotherapy modality based on use of the medicine ketamine—Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). Phil is the CEO of the non-profit Ketamine Research Foundation and directs the training of KAP practitioners through The Ketamine Training Center—now numbering over 600 practitioners across the US and Internationally. KRF’s Ketamine Psychotherapy Associates membership organization promotes the development of KAP practices and KAP wisdom on an ongoing basis. He is the author of The Ketamine Papers and Noe – A Father/Son Song of Love, Life, Illness and Death. He has been the Principal Investigator of the MAPS.org Phase 2 study of MDMA treatment for individuals with life-threatening illnesses. Dr. Wolfson’s work is the result of an intense, now many decades long clinical psychiatry/psychotherapy practice. He is a Founder of Progressive Therapeutics Inc, an exciting new commercial psychedelic and psychoactive drug development corporation that is allied with his non-profit. The second volume of The Ketamine Papers is being prepared for publication in 2022.

Eva Dillon

Eva Dillon is a psychodynamically trained psychotherapist, an AASECT certified sex therapist, and a ketamine assisted psychotherapist. She has trained directly with Sue Johnson (EFT) and Drs Julie and John Gottman (Gottman Couples Therapy) and is in ongoing training with Peggy Kleinplatz (Optimal Sexual Experiences). She has done the Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) MDMA Therapy Training Program & The Ketamine Training Center’s Fundamental’s of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. She is currently in a two year Trauma Training Program including Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).

Eva has specialized training in helping couples recover from infidelity. She offers a sex-positive, collaborative approach and has a special interest in eroticism and enhancing sexual experiences. She is an LGBTQ- and kink-affirmative clinician. Her passion and training have been focused on helping people to connect with each other to create satisfying relationships.

Eva co-leads eight week groups for couples experiencing low desire or frequency and/or desire discrepancy who are interested in enhancing their sexual relationship and ready to embark on group couples therapy. The content of the group is based on the work of the Optimal Sexual Experiences Research Team of the University of Ottawa, including elements and facilitating factors of optimal sexual experiences.

Ana Kashefi

Anahita Kashefi is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Couples and Sex Therapist, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapist licensed in California, Utah, and Colorado.

She specializes in ketamine and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy, depression, anxiety, relationship issues and issues unique to the creative field. Her approach is relational, attachment-based and in-depth, characterized by warmth, compassion and collaboration.

She’s had the privilege of completing Advanced Ketamine- Assisted Psychotherapy trainings with Dr. Phil Wolfson, a leader in pioneering the protocol for ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and author of “The Ketamine Papers,” whom she now works alongside with at The Center for Transformational Psychotherapy.

Ms. Kashefi has completed a post-Masters fellowship at UCLA in couples and sex therapy through The American Association of Couples and Sex Therapists (AACAST). Here, she had the privilege of learning from leading experts in the field of couples and sex therapy, where her training integrated the latest neuroscience and psychobiology research into the clinical approach of treating relational, couple and sexual issues.

In addition to her work as a psychotherapist, Ms. Kashefi also studied music and is seasoned musician and performer. Through these experiences, she understands the vulnerability, courage, and sacrifice it takes to pursue a creative career. She understands the ups and downs that can cause internal and external instability and how fear and damaging ideas can keep one from reaching their full potential. She helps creatives recognize, nurture, and heal their inner artist to integrate soul, spirit, and identity back into the whole person.

Saul Kaye

Saul is an extraordinary individual who has made his mark in the field of medicine derived from cannabis and psychedelics. With his vast knowledge and expertise, he has become a leading figure in the industry, and his contributions have been recognized globally. As the founder of two successful companies, CannaTech and PsyTech, Saul has been able to bring innovative solutions to the market and help patients access the medication they need.

As a well-respected pharmacist, Saul has always been passionate about ensuring the safe delivery of medicines to people in various countries. He has worked tirelessly to make sure that every patient receives the right treatment, and his dedication to the field is truly remarkable. Saul’s mission is to use the power of psychedelics to improve people’s lives, and he has developed training programs to teach others how to do the same. Saul’s expertise is not limited to his field of medicine, as he is also well-versed in chemicals and addiction.

Through his TikTok channel, he shares his knowledge with millions of people around the world, providing valuable insights and information that can help them lead healthier and happier lives. Saul’s commitment to his work is truly inspiring, and his impact on the industry is undeniable.

Rabbi Eli Beda

Throughout my life, I have experienced a rich tapestry of diverse endeavors and adventures that have taken me on a journey beyond my wildest dreams. From the vibrant rhythms of salsa dancing on the sun-soaked beaches of South Beach to the meditative energy of raves in the ancient city of Teotihuacan, my life has been a kaleidoscope of colors and experiences that have shaped my perspective and enriched my soul. My journey has taken me to the holy city of Jerusalem, where I pursued my passion for Rabbinical studies and discovered my deep connection to faith and spirituality. Along the way, I have been blessed with a loving partner and five beautiful children, who have brought joy and fulfillment to my life. As I have traveled the world, I have been on a mission to educate and promote the power of medical cannabis. In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, my journey has taken a new turn, and I have delved deeply into the depths and power of plant medicine. Through my rabbinical skills of active listening and being present with Hashem (The Name), I have been providing guidance, coaching, and assisting others in integrating life’s journeys, both with and without medicine. As a Kohen, I have tapped into the ancient power of ritual and ceremony to create an appropriate set and setting for profound spiritual work. With a deep sense of purpose and a mission to shed light on any darkness we encounter on our paths, I continue to explore the vast potential of the human spirit and the transformative power of plant medicine.

ABOUT US

PSYK-ed is a psychedelic training retreat for those looking to boost their knowledge on psychedelics, enhance their treatment training or just have an unforgettable experience.

What is PSYK-ed?

PSYK-ed is a psychedelic retreat for those looking to make an investment in themselves. It’s about going beyond the classroom, getting to grips with real-world experience and advancing your knowledge of psychedelics.

What do I get with PSYK-ed?

You will learn from experts in the field, including Dr. Phil Wolfson, Dr. Mark Braunstein and many more. You will also get to experience ketamine in a safe environment whilst learning how it can be used therapeutically.

Where is PSYK-ed?

We are hosting our first international PSYK-ed training retreat here in Israel at The Ramon Crater on January 22nd 2023. We hope to see you there!

What is KAP training

Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a novel, breakthrough approach to the awakened mind and the healing of trauma and depression.

The Ketamine Training Centre (KTC) is the premier organisation in the field having provided training to over 500 practitioners in our 6-day residential retreat events.

Ketamine-assisted therapy (KAT) is a unique therapeutic method used to address a variety of mental health conditions, including depression, post-traumatic stress, chronic pain, addiction, and some forms of anxiety. It involves the use of ketamine to enhance and deepen the therapeutic process, and the use of psychotherapy and other integrative forms of treatment to amplify and prolong the curative effects of ketamine.*

In low doses, ketamine can serve as a supportive adjunct to psychotherapy, as it provides an opportunity for the temporary softening of the psychological defences, allowing for deeper self reflection and psychotherapeutic processing.

In moderate doses, ketamine has psychedelic effects, which have been shown to facilitate profound transpersonal experiences. These types of experiences can help people in a variety of ways, offering important clarity and insight into one’s struggles, adding a spiritual dimension to ongoing therapeutic work, and facilitating a sense of meaning and interconnectedness.

The essence of Psychedelic enhanced psychotherpy

Psychedlic Enhanced Psychotherapy or PEP is designed by Dr B and Saul to deliver an advanced training course in the practical use of entheogens and drugs that produce altered states of reality.

Saul and Mark have been working together to build a course that is unparalleled to prepare you to help patients and their families to treat trauma and addiction at their deepest level.

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