Adoption of Psychedelic Therapy | ATMA

ATMA is committed to the advancement of psychedelic-assisted therapy.

ATMA exists because we believe that conventional approaches to mental and emotional struggles are not sufficient. ATMA is a love story, built upon passion and commitment to making a difference in peoples' lives.

Ātma

/from ancient sanskrit:आत्मा

inner essence, breath or soul

Our Vision

A world where each individual is empowered to explore, optimize, and heal themselves and their community through the adoption of psychedelic-assisted therapy, an evidence-based science.

Our Mission

To deliver effective and innovative healing experiences through the use of psychedelic medicine; such experiences serve to awaken the inner healer, allowing for a deeper connection with the self, with others, and with the beauty of our world.

Our Story

The conception of ATMA was inspired by the exponentially growing need for individuals to undergo healing and personal growth. The data emerging from the extensive research and clinical trials being conducted at many reputable universities and research centres reinforces ATMA’s mission, and further motivates us as we strive to advance the adoption of psychedelic-assisted therapy.

ATMA’s vision has been further shaped by an in-depth understanding of the role between therapist and client, and how this relationship can impact the growth of the individual. We see the highest potential for healing when psychedelic medicine is used to supplement a strong client-therapist relationship.

The ATMA Team

Our team brings with them a breadth of experience and accomplishments across a wide variety of fields, but more importantly, the team is a collection of professionals who are all deeply devoted to the progression of this field.

Medical Advisory Board

Dr. Ravinder Bains

Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Ravinder Bains

Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Bains earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology prior to studying medicine at the University of Manitoba, his home province. He completed a psychiatric residency at Dalhousie University where he went on to complete a fellowship in ISTDP (Intensive Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapy).

Subsequent to graduating in 2006, he has practiced as an inpatient psychiatrist, as well as a psychotherapist. Dr. Bains has gone on to do both inpatient and outpatient work, as well as practice as a psychotherapist. Currently he is also Chief Medical Officer of Wayfound mental health.

Dr. Lyle Galloway

Consultant

Dr. Lyle Galloway

Consultant

Dr. Galloway worked in both rural and urban family medicine for a number of years before specializing in Palliative Medicine in 2001. He is past Medical Director of the Intensive Palliative Care Unit at Foothills Hospital in Calgary and currently leads the Pain/Palliative Service at the cancer centre there. During his 11-year term the medical director of the Intensive Palliative Care Unit in Calgary, his actions and leadership inspired an environment of holistic, compassionate care that always honoured patients’ stories. His actions have served as constant reminders that we are not only tasked with looking after patients with end of life medical issues, but that we need to recognize the stories of our patients, and endeavour to contribute to the plot in a meaningful way, however small and humble that contribution may be. Dr. Galloway has completed the Certificate in Psychedelic Assisted Therapies and Research from the California Institute of Integral Studies.

Bruce Sanguin

Consultant

Bruce Sanguin

Consultant

Bruce Sanguin has been a Clinical Fellow with the Canadian Association of Marriage and Family Therapists for 25 years. He currently lives in Victoria, BC where he practices as a psychotherapist. He is the author of seven books, the latest of which, Dismantled: How Love and Psychedelics Broke a Clergyman Apart and Put Him Back Together, describes his own healing journey using psychedelics in the context of psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. As well as practicing psychotherapy, Bruce is a keynote speaker at psychedelic conferences, with an active interest in the integration of spirituality and psychology.

Executive and Advisory Team

David Harder

Founder, Co-CEO and Board Member

David Harder

Founder, Co-CEO and Board Member

David has worked full-time for the past 5 years in researching, advocating and moving the work of non-ordinary state therapy and psychedelic medicine forward in Canada. He co-founded and led Catalyst Presents, a Psychedelic Research Conference, and SYNTAC Institute, a Canadian non-profit dedicated to bringing psychedelic-assisted therapy to Canadians which was successful in achieving one of Canada’s first modern legal exemptions to undertake psychedelic-assisted work.

With a Master’s degree in religious studies and having been both a college professor and international humanitarian relief worker, David has always dedicated himself to the service of others. He brings a deep experience and reverence for psychedelic medicine and believes that it will play a key role in bringing healing to humanity.

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Vu Tran

Founder, Co-CEO and Board Member

Vu Tran

Founder, Co-CEO and Board Member

Vu has over 20 years of experience as a strategic investor and successful entrepreneur. He has founded, scaled and exited multiple ventures in a variety of markets including real estate, land development, hospitality, entertainment and cannabis. Among his many ventures, Vu built a vape store chain that was cash-flow positive from year one and achieved annual revenues of $5MM, which still operates today.

He also founded and partnered with several different cannabis ventures as the lead business developer and built 37 licensed cannabis stores across Canada that sold at an enterprise sales value of $51,700,000. Vu is deeply involved with and passionate about what psychedelic medicine can bring to Canadians suffering with mental health issues.

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Murray Rodgers

Executive Advisor and Board Member

Murray Rodgers

Executive Advisor and Board Member

W. Murray Rodgers is a seasoned entrepreneur, company founder and leader, with a world-class track record in the energy sector. As a professional geologist, he has a deep understanding of the intersection between science and capital. Well-versed in the capital markets, both public and private, he played a pivotal role in raising over $1 Billion in capital for his own ventures. An accomplished musician, yoga teacher, and author, Murray’s passion for human development and self-discovery infuses all aspects of his life. Most recently he released a book entitled “The Psychedelic CEO”, based on his own profoundly transformative experiences with the sacred plant medicine Ayahuasca.

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Brad Giblin

Chief Financial Officer

Brad Giblin

Chief Financial Officer

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Natalie Harder

Vice President, Programming

Natalie Harder

Vice President, Programming

Natalie has a deep passion for creating spaces for people to feel safe and open for personal transformation. Her experiences as an on-air radio personality, years as an on-air television journalist producing and directing a weekly show as well as contributing to a daily live program for a national television station, allowed her to witness literally hundreds of peoples individual stories. In addition to these public roles, she managed multiple television station locations, designed and oversaw studio expansions, managed a program for artists and musicians with an international humanitarian organization, after which she started and ran her own successful company focussed on personal health and wellness for 6 years. She is thrilled to bring her skill set and experience to ATMA as this fits into the very centre of her passion.

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Administrative and Clinical Team

Tabetha White

Office and Intake Coordinator

Tabetha White

Office and Intake Coordinator

Tabetha White has 20+ years of experience in the personal and professional development industry which has provided her with a real passion for what pre- and post-integration can make possible for people committed to elevating their health and wellbeing. Tabetha has worked closely with hundreds of people to support them in living a fulfilled life and this experience coupled with her personal life circumstances, participating in meditation and yoga retreats, facilitating an ontological approach to performance and leadership training for organizations and the healing ceremonies of sacred plants, provides her with a modern approach to integration. Tabetha currently spends her spare time coaching an online global leadership program with over 500 participants and is passionate about supporting people in elevating their health and wellbeing, seeing integration as an integral part fulﬁlling on that vision.

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Debbie White

Intake Coordinator

Debbie White

Intake Coordinator

Debbie’s passion and connection for plants started at a young age while working with her grandma in her plant business in Calgary. She discovered plant medicines almost 20 years ago when she experienced how peppermint essential oil brought her daughter’s fever down naturally. This simple revelation opened a new medicine cabinet, and shortly after, she excitedly joined the team of a holistic health center, expanding her knowledge of alternative healing. In 2010 she backpacked to the jungles of Peru to experience Ayahuasca and discovered firsthand a whole new way that psychedelic plants can help heal the body and work with us. For the last 20+ years, Debbie has worked exclusively with startup and family businesses in diverse industries, expanding on the many pillars any startup requires to grow and thrive. She was a pioneer in legalizing retail cannabis stores in Canada, specializing in community engagement and licensing. Her twin brother, Tony, was ATMA’s first palliative client to be granted a Section 56 Exemption for psilocybin. After witnessing the difference in his mind, body, and spirit, she became more compelled to advocate for psychedelic medicine. Shortly after, she joined the ATMA team and compassionately supports others in palliative conditions to receive this same exemption.

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Chad Plante

Intake Coordinator

Chad Plante

Intake Coordinator

Chad Plante has a passion for personal development and growth, which has taken him down the path of sacred plant medicines, meditation, yoga, and sacred text. He has supported many others on their path with plant medicines, personal growth, and self-reflection and believes that taking personal responsibility, looking at believes and patterns are key ingredients to living a happy and joyful life. Through his experience he deeply supports sacred plant medicines being available to help bring a new and effective model of therapy into reality. He has been a trusted leader for over 15 years in multiple industries and possess a variety of skills to help grow, develop, and support a new emerging industry. He owned and ran a business that focused on marketing, real estate, and investor relation for 5 years. His experience in marketing has brought a unique skill in getting down to the root of what’s truly needed, this has brought great insight to the path moving forward in this new industry.

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Kandice Wirch

Palliative Care Program Coordinator

Kandice Wirch

Palliative Care Program Coordinator

Kandice is a Registered Nurse, Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist and Health Coach; she is passionate about providing education and transformation for those wanting to make changes to their physical, spiritual and emotional health. She is committed to providing support, compassion and safety to her clients as they navigate the path to greater wellbeing. As an experienced nurse and health coach, Kandice has witnessed the value of integration. Personally she has experienced the gift of altered state therapy as she sought to make meaning of loss. She is humbled and blessed to have walked with many on their journey towards health and wellness.

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Jenni Bennett

Medical Writer

Jenni Bennett

Medical Writer

With an Undergraduate degree in Psychology, and a Master’s degree in Psychopharmacology, Jenni has a strong interest in wellness and its relation to the brain. Specifically, despite the numerous medications and therapeutic modalities used in conventional psychopharmacological therapies, there is still a large inconsistency in treatment success. Upon researching the efficacy of psilocybin in treatment-resistant depression, Jenni has been fascinated by the therapeutic effects of psychedelics and is excited to be a part of the psychedelic renaissance.
Jenni has previous experience working as a medical writer in rare pediatric genetic disorder research.

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Genie Nguyen

Digital Media Coordinator

Genie Nguyen

Digital Media Coordinator

As a strong advocate for accessibility and usability, Genie has the user in mind when designing for others. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Information Design and is keen to tackle complex design challenges by problem-solving creatively. With over 10 years of design experience, she has developed a passion for UX/UI design.

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Join ATMA, and make a difference in mental healthcare through the adoption of psychedelic-assisted therapy

We’re always looking to add compassionate, experienced and committed professionals to our team as we expand our services and reach.

If you are interested in working with us please get in touch.

Dr. Ravinder Bains

Dr. Lyle Galloway

Bruce Sanguin

David Harder

Vu Tran

Murray Rodgers

Brad Giblin

Natalie Harder

Tabetha White

Debbie White

Chad Plante

Kandice Wirch

Jenni Bennett

Genie Nguyen

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