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Curious Hour: A Psychedelics Science Night

  • The iO Theater · Chicago
  • From USD 33
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Then nothing is off the table. 60 min, talk + Q&A Drink in hand 21+ Real clinical research, no judgment. Psychedelics Chicago Dr. Vilmarie Fraguada Narloch, PsyD Clinical Psychologist · Co-founder, Sana Healing Collective Your expert Licensed clinical psychologist specializing in co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders through Harm Reduction. Holds a certificate in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies and Research (CIIS) and trained in MDMA for PTSD through MAPS (2018). Co-founded Sana Healing Collective, a nonprofit bringing accessible, culturally responsive psychedelic therapy to diverse communities in Chicago. Presents globally on psychedelic therapy and harm reduction. What you get What current trials are testing about psilocybin and MDMA Grounded in peer-reviewed trial data. Open Q&A after the talk Microdosing or legal status. Nothing off limits. Bar atmosphere, drink in hand Science on the table, none of the formality. Sessions rotate across angles Clinical use, neuroscience, law & policy, microdosing. Couples, groups or solo Science fans and the genuinely curious. How the night works 1 Grab a drink Order at the bar, find a seat. No formality. 2 The talk What the trials test, and what harm reduction looks like in practice. Clear, no jargon. 3 Ask anything The floor opens. No filter, no moralizing. Good to know Duration 60 minutes Talk followed by open Q&A 📍 Location The iO Theater 1501 N Kingsbury St Age 21+ (valid ID required) Language English Accessibility ADA compliant FAQs Read the FAQs Low lights, a cold drink. This time the person with the answers works in psychedelic therapy and harm reduction. Curious Hour is a psychedelics science night where clinical research meets the questions you came with. Dr. Vilmarie Fraguada Narloch walks you through what current trials are testing with psilocybin for depression and MDMA for PTSD, and what accessible care looks like on the ground. Bring the question you'd hesitate to ask your doctor. No jargon, no judgment. Get your tickets now for Curious Hour: A Psychedelics Science Night in Chicago! This presentation is strictly for educational and scientific discussion. It does not constitute medical or legal advice, nor does it promote or condone the possession, purchase, or use of illegal substances.
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The iO Theater, 1501 N Kingsbury St// 60642, Chicago, United States

Tickets USD 33
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