PAT Therapist Training The Psychedelic Consultancy | Newcastle, 21–24 August 2026

Designed for clinicians preparing to work within Australia's Authorised Prescriber (AP) scheme, this four-day training develops the core competencies required for safe and effective MDMA and psilocybin-assisted therapy, with a strong focus on translating knowledge into clinical application.

The program combines experiential breathwork, applied role plays, and case-based learning with practical guidance on integrating PAT into existing practice. This includes working within multidisciplinary teams, navigating clinic governance, managing challenging experiences, responding to adverse events, and working with emergent trauma material during and after dosing.

Suitable for psychiatrists, psychologists, therapists, and peer workers intending to work directly with patients.

Your Facilitators

Dr Joe Starke is a psychiatrist and TGA-approved supervisor of Authorised Prescribers. Since treatments commenced in 2023, Joe has supervised approximately a quarter of Australia's APs and brings extensive clinical experience delivering MDMA and psilocybin-assisted therapy in outpatient settings, alongside trial experience with 5-MeO-DMT and psilocin.

Monica Schweickle is a clinical psychologist and trauma therapist with over 20 years of experience. A Psychology Board Approved Supervisor, EMDR Consultant, and Co-Chair of the AAPi Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Interest Group, Monica led the development of Australia's first clinical PAT clinic before co-founding The Psychedelic Consultancy. She has delivered over 40 psilocybin and MDMA-assisted therapy sessions under the AP scheme and has supported more than half of Australia's prescribers with clinical protocols, governance, and implementation.

Investment: $3,500 + GST Location: The Base Health and Community, Newcastle Dates: 21–24 August 2026