Education

Foundation Programme

Twelve weeks. Four phases. A structured introduction to practice.

The Foundation Programme is a 12-week interdisciplinary introduction to psychedelic-assisted practice, built specifically for the European context. It follows a deliberate sequence: each phase builds on the last, and each week deepens what came before.

The learning model is designed to close the gap between theory and applied judgement. This is not a passive course. It asks for sustained engagement, honest self-reflection, and a willingness to be challenged.

Phase 1 · Weeks 1-4

The Landscape, The Science & The Self

The European regulatory landscape
Psychedelic neuroscience and pharmacology
Culturally responsive practice
Ethical foundations of professional responsibility
Your own psychology treated as a clinical variable from day one

Phase 2 · Weeks 5-7

The Practice Arc

Preparation
In-session support
Somatic and relational skills
Crisis response
Practical decision-making across clinical and ethical scenarios

Phase 3 · Weeks 8-10

Integration, Regulation & Your Roadmap

Evidence-based integration frameworks
European regulatory realities
An honest assessment of what completing this programme does and does not mean for readiness to practise

Phase 4 · Weeks 11-12

Capstone Presentations

Applied casework and reflective practice
A structured public presentation
Not a conclusion, but a starting point

How you learn

Six touchpoints create one coherent weekly rhythm.

Synchronous group class - 2 hrs weekly, faculty-supervised
Asynchronous masterclass lecture - 1 hr weekly
Avatar Learning Model - 1 hr weekly, peer-based
Skills Labs covering MI, Positive Psychology, CBC, SBI, ACC, and somatic approaches
Private study and reflective practice through curated reading and written assignments

What to expect when you finish

A grounded introduction to the field. A reflective practice record. An honest gap analysis of your development edges, and a concrete 90-Day Action Plan for what lies ahead.

This is a rigorous foundation that gives you a clear picture of where you stand, and what personal and professional decisions come next.

Ready to explore the Foundation Programme?

Learn more about the structure, curriculum, requirements, and admissions process.

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Community

A professional community for people working in this field, or seriously thinking about it.

Psychedelic practice in Europe is still finding its shape. Regulation varies by country, frameworks are still emerging, and many practitioners are navigating the field without a clear map or a reliable peer group nearby.

The Mirari community on Circle is a space to ask the questions you cannot easily ask elsewhere, share what is actually working, and gradually get to know other practitioners who take this work seriously.

Membership is free and open to experienced practitioners, emerging professionals, and those considering a move into the field.

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Case consultation threads

Bring an anonymised situation that left you uncertain, or respond to someone else's. The community responds with experience, not advice.

Tool exchange

Practical resources, frameworks, and approaches that hold up in real practice.

Practitioner practice

Honest conversations about what sustains you in this work over time.

Monthly expert deep dives

Structured discussions on clinical safety, integration frameworks, regulatory developments, and substance-specific practice.

Research and resources

A curated stream of articles, papers, and field updates surfaced by people who are actually reading them.

Events and meet-ups

Find out who is going to which conference, organise informal gatherings, and stay updated on upcoming European events.

Partner access

Occasional early-bird opportunities, discounts, and premium offerings from vetted partners across Europe.

If the Foundation Programme is where you go to study, the community is where you go to belong.

All content stays within the community. It is moderated, guided by clear standards, and designed for candid professional exchange.

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Executive Director

David Drapkin

David Drapkin, MSW, LCSW is a psychotherapist, clinical social worker, psychedelic educator, and course architect with more than 15 years of experience in mental health, addiction care, harm reduction, and psychedelic integration.

He has served as Director of Education & Training at Psychedelics Today and was one of the creators of Vital, the 12-month professional psychedelic training programme.

David's work bridges clinical practice, curriculum design, and practitioner education. As an educator, he emphasizes experiential learning, relational skill, ethical maturity, and the ability to navigate complexity rather than rely on simplistic answers.

Professional Excellence for the Psychedelic Practitioner