Watershed Healing Collective
Deepen Your Therapy Practice with Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy
A training, prescription, and support membership program for therapists seeking to use their existing training in Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy and integrate it into their practice in North Carolina.
Welcome to the Watershed Healing Collective!
Watershed Healing Collective (WHC), a branch of Asheville Integrative Psychiatry, is a collaborative space for therapists seeking to unlock the transformative potential of Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy for their clients. We currently offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) as a powerful modality you can integrate into your practice, and in the future, we eagerly anticipate expanding to embrace other psychedelic medicines as they become legally available. Adding KAP to your toolkit can be a profound decision, one that ripples outward to empower your clients to reach new levels of healing and growth. We understand the significance of this journey, and we're here to support you every step of the way, from your initial exploration to confident integration into your practice.
Mission
Watershed Healing Collective’s mission is to lead the charge in advancing accessible psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy for mental health treatment by widening the scope of availability for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in North Carolina while also establishing and upholding a standard or care for our patients and our community. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that every individual struggling with mental health challenges deserves the opportunity for healing and transformation with this remarkably effective therapeutic modality.
Become a Member of the Watershed Healing Collective!
We've launched and we're currently supporting our first cohort of Watershed member therapists! If you're interested in signing up and meet our eligibility requirements, please fill out your information below and a member of our team will reach out to discuss next steps for enrollment.
Eligibility
In order to become a member of the Watershed Healing Collective, you must have the following:
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Licensure in North Carolina in one of the following areas: Social Work (LCSW), Clinical Mental Health Counseling (LCMHC), Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) or Clinical Psychology (PhD or PsyD). Licensees must be current and in good standing with respective NC Board with no active complaints filed against them. If you are an Associate, you must have documentation of Supervision.
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Proof of current malpractice insurance
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2 Professional References
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Completed training and have a certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy from one of the following programs (other trainings may be considered on a case-by-case basis):
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CIIS Certificate of Psychedelic Assisted Therapies and Research Program
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Polaris Insight Center KAP Training Modules 1-6
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PRATI KAP Training
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MAPS MDMA-Assisted Therapy Training
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Integrative Psychiatry Institute Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy: 1 Year Program
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Onca’s Psychedelic Psychotherapy Training (3 year Program)
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Fluence: 1 Year program
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Sage Institute
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Living Medicine Institute
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Experiential Ketamine Session. If not previously done, an option is AIP's monthly Healer's Group or individual session at a 25% discount.
Upcoming Introductory Trainings
What We Offer
KAP Nuts & Bolts Training
Our training protocol, led by experienced KAP clinicians and educators, will help you take your existing training in KAP and integrate it into your therapy practice.
Exclusive Monthly Online Consultation Group
Connect with fellow Watershed Healing Collective members through our virtual gathering space. Share experiences, discuss patient cases, ask questions from our experienced KAP therapists, and build a supportive community of KAP providers.
Ethical Framework and Best Practices
We emphasize a trauma-informed, patient-centered approach, grounded in the latest research and best practices in KAP. We work hard to establish a rigorous standard of care for our patients and our community.
Comprehensive Medical Evaluation and Ketamine Prescription for your Client
Our dedicated medical team, led by Dr. Tiffany Sauls, MD and Rosemary Shanahan, PMHNP-BC, provides thorough medical and psychiatric evaluations to ensure ketamine is medically appropriate for each client. We prioritize patient safety and only prescribe ketamine when it aligns with individual needs and with best practices.
List your Practice on our KAP Therapist Directory
Gain visibility and attract new clients through your listing on our therapist directory. Showcase your expertise in KAP and connect with individuals seeking this modality.
Why Offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy to your Clients?
Breakthrough Results for Treatment-Resistant Cases
KAP has shown remarkable efficacy in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions that haven't responded well to traditional talk therapy or medication alone.
Unlock Transformative Potential
KAP can facilitate profound insights, emotional processing, and shifts in perspective, leading to lasting healing and growth.
Expand your Therapeutic Toolkit
Learn a powerful new modality that complements your existing skills and enhances your ability to help clients reach their full potential.
Meet the Watershed Healing Collective Team
Tiffany Sauls,
MD
Dr. Sauls (she/her) is a board-certified child/adolescent and adult psychiatrist with extensive experience in integrative mental health treatments. She brings expertise in psychedelic therapies, wilderness therapy, and nature-based healing approaches.
Tandy Wells, LCMHC-A
Focusing on reconnecting with nature, body, and the present moment, Tandy (he/him) helps clients move through past disconnection and embrace compassion. His action-oriented therapy, using ACT and MBSR, empowers individuals to find fulfillment in the present.
Rosemary Shanahan, PMHNP-BC
Rosemary (she/her) is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of diverse nursing experience with both adolescents and adults. Beyond traditional psychiatric approaches, Rosemary was drawn to integrative psychiatry, seeking alternative methods to help individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma. She places a strong emphasis on the healing power of nature and connectedness, recognizing these elements as integral components of mental well-being.
Stephanie Rice,
RN, BSN
Stephanie’s (she/her) heart beats for holistic mental health, fueled by a decade of critical care expertise and a passion for trauma recovery. As a soon-to-be Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and aspiring yoga teacher, her journey weaves science and nature to empower healing. Witnessing the tenacity of the human spirit in cardiac ICU ignited her purpose - to support individuals reclaiming their inner strength and rediscovering wholeness. For Stephanie, nature's embrace and the solace of community provide fertile ground for mind-body integration and thriving.
Kaity Horseman, LCSW, LCAS
Kaity (she/her) is a nature-based therapist specializing in trauma, depression, and anxiety. Kaity guides clients toward wholeness through embodied experiences, mindfulness, and creative expression. Her approach honors your inner wisdom and harnesses the mind-body connection.