Empowering Psychedelic Practitioners

Trauma-Informed Training & Support

Confidently.

Ethically.

Safely.

Cathy Is An Excellent Clinician Who Has Truly Worked Miracles In Treating Clients That Other Therapists Would Consider Untreatable

I recommend Cathy without reservation as colleague, teacher and clinician.

Dr. James Trahan

Hi, I’m Cathy Harris
Many psychedelic practitioners feel deeply called to help others move beyond survival and truly thrive — yet often feel alone, unsure how to navigate trauma, power dynamics, or high-control influences.

I understand this deeply. I grew up in a family shaped by alcoholism and rage, and at 17, I was drawn to a high-control religious group, searching for belonging. This path kept me from my own voice for decades. As a single parent to a child on the autism spectrum, I eventually chose freedom — leaving the group and my community behind.

My healing journey led me to train in an inpatient trauma program under Dr. Colin Ross, and for over 25 years, I’ve dedicated my life to trauma-informed therapy and education. When I stepped into psychedelic work, I saw many compassionate practitioners struggling to manage trauma responses and avoid power imbalances.

Today, I help practitioners serve with excellence — practicing fearlessly, yet not recklessly. I support you to become confident, trauma-informed, and deeply ethical, so you can guide clients beyond survival into lives they consciously choose.

You don’t have to do this alone. Let’s build a practice that reflects your highest integrity and empowers true healing.

Let’s talk soon!

Walk the Ethical Path of Psychedelic Healing

Empower your psychedelic practice by becoming a trauma-informed thinker.
Step into your sacred calling as a trauma-informed psychedelic guide.
Many facilitators walk into ceremonial spaces unprepared for the shadows that arise, risking harm to the very souls they long to serve. You do not intend this for your own practice; how can you avoid unintentional harm and build a shining reputation in the field?

The 12-month Trauma-Informed Practitioner Training, The Inner Compass, is a sanctuary — a weaving of deep trauma wisdom, sacred ethics, and spiritual embodiment. 12 week, abbreviated Beta program starts September 5, 2025.

Introducing the 2nd phase of your training!

The Inner Compass: A Year of Trauma-Informed Psychedelic Practice

Safely. Confidently. Ethically.

You didn’t come to this work to play guru.
You came because you heard the call — the call to hold space for real transformation.

But here’s the truth:
Psychedelics don’t automatically heal.
In the wrong conditions, they can re-traumatize, disorient, or open doors with no one to guide the way back.

Childhood trauma doesn't vanish with a single dose.

Most of the people you sit with — whether they speak it or not — carry deep histories of:

Emotional neglect

Bullying, violence, or abuse

Attachment wounds

Developmental trauma

Systemic and inter-generational harm

If your clients aren’t integrating…

If old patterns keep resurfacing...
If you’re wondering how to meet what arises without doing harm...

This training is for you.

A New Paradigm in Psychedelic Practice

For those who hold space for others' deepest healing... who know that medicine is only one piece of the path.

This isn’t just a certification.
It’s a framework — rooted in neuroscience, trauma psychology, and ethical integrity — designed for real-world psychedelic practitioners like you.

In this program, you’ll learn:

How to identify trauma responses (like freeze, collapse, emotional flashbacks)

What dissociation looks like and how to bring someone back gently

How to work with shame, grief, and attachment wounds in expanded states

Clear boundaries and consent protocols in altered consciousness

How to avoid cult dynamics, power games, and spiritual bypass

You’ll leave not just feeling more prepared — but more embodied, ethical, and trusted by those you serve.

The Path Opens—Here’s What You’ll Gain

  1. Rooted Confidence
    Anchor your practice in ethics, clarity, and discernment—so you can guide others with integrity and trust.

  2. Trauma-Aware Wisdom
    Receive tools to meet the wounded places in others with compassion, skill, and steady presence.

  3. Alignment with Purpose
    Deepen your connection to your calling through practices that honor soul, spirit, and self-awareness.

  4. Sacred Community
    Be held in a circle of like-hearted practitioners walking the path of conscious service and mutual growth.

  5. Recognition & Renewal
    Earn a certificate of completion—and carry forward the inner transformation that renews your work and your being.

Gain Peace of Mind

Deeper Trust

When you embrace trauma-informed thinking, you cultivate a deep, unshakable trust that unlocks truly transformative experiences for your clients. This trust becomes the foundation for raw, uninhibited expression and unwavering integrity, creating a space where healing flows freely and authentically.

Catalyst for Healing

Your clients will walk away with true healing—clarity, empowerment, and resolution—rather than confusion or lingering doubts. They will feel seen, heard, and deeply supported, never exploited or left with unresolved concerns. You will create a space of integrity and safety, ensuring their journey is one of genuine transformation, not manipulation.

Transformation

As a practitioner, you will break free from outdated hierarchical models of authority and step into a dynamic, collaborative approach to healing—one that empowers both you and your clients. You will foster deep connection, mutual respect, and shared wisdom, creating a space where true transformation can unfold.

Dynamic Processing

Your work with clients will become a catalyst for profound transformation, guiding them to process their experiences in a way that fosters lasting growth, unshakable resilience, and true autonomy. You'll witness their breakthroughs, their strength unfolding before you—and in turn, your passion for this work will deepen, fueling an even greater love for the impact you create.

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What People Say About Working With Cathy

  • Natalie G, Marriage & Family Therapist

    Cathy Is A Gifted Teacher And Mentor

    “She has so much knowledge, coupled with a natural gift of insight and ability to heal others. Cathy is warm and compassionate, and firm and structured all in one. I owe Cathy my deepest gratitude both personally and professionally.”

  • Alicia P, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

    The First To Teach Me About Trauma

    “The people that I was interacting with through trainings as well as in the field didn’t know or talk much about it…I believe you are one of the best trauma-informed therapists that I’ve ever known. I truly believe that your commitment, compassion, and dedication with what you do has been beneficial to many people. You are a true teacher.”

  • Oliver P, Location Manager

    She is Familiar With High Control Groups

    “She isincredibly easy to talk with, very understanding and got me. She offered a lot of guidance to me that helped look back and reflect on the past and how it guided the present. I recommend getting in touch with her is this is something you are struggling with.”

  • RZ, Former Client

    Skilled and insightful

    "Cathy is, by far, the most skilled and insightful therapist I have worked with. Through her compassionate but firm accountability in our sessions, I gained self-love and confidence that I didn't know was possible. I feel empowered to dream again, and truly look forward to what the future holds for me"

  • Itzly, Former Client

    Cathy Is The Most Amazing Therapist

    Not only did she teach me how to work through traumatizing events in my life she’s given me skills to keep my triggers under control and help get myself out of those dark moments when I get down. I have no idea where I would be without her help. Words cannot express the difference she made in my life.

  • JL, Former Client

    One Of The Most Generous Listeners

    She’s one of the most generous listeners I’ve ever met; a kind yet firm and understanding person committed to helping others to overcome emotional suffering that often originates from childhood trauma.

  • GT, Former Client

    This Is The Best Therapy I’ve Ever Had

    I’ve had a lot of therapy but nothing that helped me look at things in this way. I feel hopeful about the future now.

  • Jonathon, Former Client

    Working With Cathy Truly Changed My Life

    Our work together taught me many tools to help me move forward and continue to create a life I love!

  • Lou, Workshop Participant

    She Lives & Breathes Trauma-Informed Care

    With a compassionate ear, Cathy is able to apply her many years of experience in the field of healing trauma to see clearly the root of behaviors and beliefs that are detrimental to one’s well-being.

  • Kyesha, Former Client

    She Helped Me Through The Hardest Time In My Life

    She gave me the tools necessary to work through what I was dealing with. She helped me overcome childhood trauma and use effective techniques to cope.

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