WEDNESDAY: “Mixing up the Medicine: Art + Science of Ketamine-Assisted-Therapy and Getting the Most from the Process” w/ Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson & Samantha Lau
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| The District House is a benefit of District216. Come by for a portion or all of the evening, meet amazing members + guests, and interact with speakers on a variety of topics.
Topic: “Mixing up the Medicine: Art + Science of Ketamine-Assisted-Therapy and Getting the Most from the Process”
Description: Ketamine Assisted Therapy (KAP) offers a unique experience insofar as it combines the psycho-biological effects of medicine on our mind-body system within a psychotherapy process. But is psychotherapy an art or a science? This time-tested question has not yet been answered as research studies largely conclude that while any number of therapy approaches and techniques are effective, positive outcome resides at its heart, within the therapeutic alliance.
If so, how do we know what to look for when seeking a professional facilitator? Moreover, once we enter therapy, how can we trust the process with its promise of positive outcomes?
When: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $25 tickets to The District House evenings.
Note: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided. |
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| SPEAKERS: Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson & Samantha Lau
Dr. Elizabeth Wolfson has been a licensed, psychotherapist practicing for over twenty years in Santa Barbara. Currently, she integrates Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and Psychedelic- Supportive Psychotherapy into her practice and is also a consultant to psychedelic companies. In addition to her academic degrees, her training includes Certification in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy and Research from California Institute of Integral Studies, MDMA Therapy Training from Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy from the Ketamine Training Center. Additionally, she is trained and certified in Embodied Leadership and Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy. From 2020-2023 she served as Vice President of Clinical Services for Field Trip Health, an international Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy company. Dr. Wolfson has published and presented on Psychedelic-Supportive Psychotherapy, Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, creativity, intimate relationship, psychotherapeutic processes, trauma, gender, creativity, empowerment, and healthy aging. While her background includes leadership positions within organizations and in academia, her current focus is supporting individual and group healing through psychotherapy and Ketamine-Assisted Therapy.
Samantha Lau is a licensed, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, ketamine psychedelic therapist, and CEO of ELEVATEHER®, LLC—a concierge mental health practice dedicated to empowering women to embrace their authentic, powerful selves. With over 15 years of experience in psychiatry, Samantha combines cutting-edge treatments with a holistic approach to help women feel better, work better, and love better.
As a Steering Committee Member for Psych Congress, Psych Congress Elevate, and the Psych Congress NP Institute, Samantha is a key opinion leader shaping mental health care nationwide. She has also managed collaborative physical and behavioral health programs and developed innovative tools for integrating psychiatric care into primary care settings.
Samantha’s expertise includes ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (Polaris Insight Center), MDMA and psilocybin-assisted therapy (Integrative Psychiatric Institute/MAPS), and advanced psychopharmacology. Her journey into psychiatry was inspired by a personal connection to healthcare and a passion for guiding others toward emotional alignment, healing, and transformation.
She is most passionate about helping women uncover their true selves by addressing mental health holistically, breaking stigmas around psychiatric care, and creating space for connection and empowerment. Samantha envisions a future of collaborative programs that guide women on their healing journeys, integrating science, empathy, and self-discovery. |
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RECAP: “The Time to Act: Reflections on the Inauguration Integration Expert Panel”
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| The panel featured powerhouse speakers who illuminated the complexities of these policies and their implications for our communities and the global stage:
• Ismail Ali, J.D. (MAPS): Advocating for equitable access to psychedelics ?
• Maritza Perez Medina (Drug Policy Alliance): Fighting for systemic reform ?
• Jason Ortiz (Last Prisoner Project): Championing justice for those criminalized by the War on Drugs ??
• Moderated by Annie Oak Harrison (Lucid News): A fierce voice for truth and accountability ?
Annie set the tone early, painting a stark picture of the administration’s authoritarian moves and oligarchic policies, even in its first week. Her words weren’t just a call to awareness—they were a call to action. |
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MARCH 1: “SEXUAL HEALING & PSYCHEDELICS” MARQUEE EVENT – EARLY BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE!
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| We’re thrilled to announce that tickets are now available for “Sexual Healing & Psychedelics” Marquee Events on Saturday, March 1, 2025. We will be diving deeply into powerful themes at the intersection of psychedelics and transformation.
? SATURDAY, MARCH 1, 2025 – “Sexual Healing & Psychedelics”
- Doors: 5:00pm
- Dinner: 5:45pm
- Speakers: 6:15pm
- Music: 8:00pm
- Wind Down: 10:00pm
?? GUESTS WELCOME: We welcome guests to purchase NEWLY DISCOUNTED tickets
- $79 Early Bird Ticket (Til Feb 22)
- $89 Mid Bird Ticket (Feb 22 – 28)
- $125 Day Of Ticket (March 1)
FIRESIDE CHAT
DISCUSSION PANEL
? PLACE: LoDo Studios – 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Parking across the street is only available on the OfficeMax side of the lot).
? SPONSORSHIPS: Are you a brand looking to make an impact? Sponsorship packages are now available for all three 2025 Marquee Events. Don’t miss the chance to align with these groundbreaking conversations and engaged community! |
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WED., FEB 12 – “Live Your Myth: Realizing Holistic Harmony In a Cacophonous World” w/ Barnaby Gallagher
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| The District House is a benefit of District216. Come by for a portion or all of the evening, meet amazing members + guests, and interact with speakers on a variety of topics.
Topic: “Live Your Myth: Realizing Holistic Harmony In a Cacophonous World”
Description: The distillation of over two decades of spiritual wandering, research, and practice; from my unique childhood as the only son of a lauded celebrity, to a spontaneous spiritual experience in my teens, to my years as a travelling Tea Master, and finally my introduction to Amazonian Shamanism and unique approach to Hypnotherapy informed by my extensive work with plant medicines.
When: Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 from 5pm to 9pm (Speaker at 6:30pm)
Where: LoDo Studios, 216 E. Gutierrez Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(Please only park across the street on the Office Max side of the lot.)
Members are Free to attend The District House evenings, and are prioritized when we reach capacity.
Guests Welcome to purchase $25 tickets (discounted from $50) to The District House evenings.
Note: We will be filming the speaker for the District216 Change Your Lens Series. Refreshments provided.
BIO: As the son of Gallagher the Watermelon Smashing Comedian, my childhood was far different than most. I had bungee cords and a swing hanging from my living room ceiling, marbles at the bottom of our jacuzzi, and all the toys and material comforts I could ever dream of. I treasured my childhood, and appreciated the unique experiences my celebrity father was able to give to me. But as I grew older, I noticed that there was a hole in my soul that nothing money could buy was able to fill. [read more] |
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District216 at Psychedelic Science 2025
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| Join District216 and MAPS from June 16-20 for Psychedelic Science 2025 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver featuring educational stages, an immersive expo hall, and creative and experiential activities in Deep Space.
We are proud to be a Community Partner for #PS2025, the largest-ever psychedelic conference! Visit psychedelicscience.org for more info and use 15% off promo code DIST15 when registering for a discounted conference pass.
ALSO – District216 will be hosting two off site evenings (Tues. & Wed.) in Denver during the week of this conference. We will have panels, screenings, DJs, networking and more! |
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| We are quite excited for our February lineup! We have 2 workshops scheduled! |
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“CHANGE YOUR LENS SERIES” Video Library
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1. RECENT INTERVIEWS FROM
THE DISTRICT HOUSE |
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2. DISCUSSION PANELS FROM
MARQUEE EVENTS |
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| All of our membership tiers (including the $14.99/mo Online Membership) include full access to all of our resources including a VIDEO LIBRARY of our Change Your Lens Series interviews from evenings at The District House, and discussion panels from our Marquee Events.
We post an average of 2-3 new interviews & discussion panels each month. Each interview & panel is on average 1-2 hours in duration.
Come explore our content, find resources, connect directly with other members, share your ideas, find a psychedelic guide with our concierge service, and extend this community globally! |
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