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Dr. Will Van Derveer: Lessons From Training 200 Psychedelic Therapists

Dr. Vill Van Derveer is one of the leading integrative psychiatry practitioners worldwide. Based in Colorado, he has been at the forefront of the legal, regulated psychedelic industry in the state since its inception a few years ago. Today we get an on the ground look into the evolving regulatory landscape, the opportunities and limitations around the model, and the ethos of 'integrative psychiatry'.


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