Why Female-Specific Psychedelic Science?

Female biology has long been overlooked in health and neuroscience research. Even as psychedelics gain recognition for their potential to treat a range of mental and physical health conditions, the unique biological mechanisms of women continue to be understudied. This course aims to change that. Over eight interactive modules, we’ll explore how female hormonal systems, neurotransmitters, and psychosocial factors shape both the risks and therapeutic potential of psychedelics. From ovarian hormone fluctuations to the role of context and trauma in women’s mental health, you’ll gain a comprehensive, evidence-based understanding of what makes the female psychedelic experience distinct.

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About this course

  • £299.00
  • 8 lessons

Who Is This Course For?

This course is designed for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of how psychedelics interact with female biology and psychology, including:

  • Psychedelic practitioners & facilitators: who want to safely and effectively support women in their practice

  • Researchers: aiming to incorporate sex- and gender-specific considerations into study design

  • Students in psychology, neuroscience, or related fields: interested in psychedelic research or future therapeutic work

  • Women & psychonauts: who wish to better understand the biological and psychosocial factors shaping their experiences

⚠️ Note: This course is not intended for women seeking advice on self-medicating with psychedelics.

By the End of This Course, You’ll Be Able To:

✔️ Understand hormonal fluctuations across the lifespan and reproductive cycle
✔️ Describe the mechanisms of classical and non-classical psychedelics in interaction with female hormones
✔️ Discuss psychosocial drivers of women’s mental health (e.g., sociocultural factors, sexual trauma) and their relevance for psychedelic safety and efficacy
✔️ Identify how ovarian hormones influence the brain, body, and mind
✔️ Provide an overview of psychedelic treatment indications for female-specific and women-prevalent conditions (e.g., menopause, PMS/PMDD, depression, PTSD, eating disorders)
✔️ Define female-specific considerations for psychedelic-assisted therapy, retreats, microdosing, and recreational use

What’s New This Year

Now offered in a live, interactive format, this updated course includes:

  • Weekly 2-hour live sessions with Q&A and group discussion

  • Access to the full course curriculum for review at any time

  • Knowledge checks to help you consolidate learning and track progress

  • Special guest speakers each week, offering fresh insights from leaders in research and practice (to be announced soon)

  • 8 modules spanning biology, mental health, history, and treatment modalities

We start January 20, 2026!

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