IPI Annual Integrative Psychiatry Conference
We’re thrilled to invite you to our annual Integrative Psychiatry Conference!
This conference is an opportunity for attendees to learn more about complete patient wellness using integrative psychiatry methods typically overlooked in conventional healthcare.
It’s a time for us to network and connect in-person with an incredible group of practitioners. If you’ve been waiting for an in-person event to meet a lot of like-minded individuals, or if you’re an IPI fellowship alumnus ready to reunite with students and faculty from your fellowship cohort, this is for you.
LEARN EVIDENCE-BASED METHODS.
NETWORK WITH LIKE-MINDED PROFESSIONALS.
BUILD LASTING COMMUNITY.
Why Attend the 2023 IPI Annual Integrative Psychiatry Conference?
Whether you’re new to the world of integrative psychiatry or several years in this conference will open your eyes to new tools and ideas for providing the best, most effective care to your patients. And the best part is, you’ll get to experience this powerful conference right alongside other medical providers who are just as excited about integrative psychiatry as you are.
Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate understanding of wearable technology and applications for integrative psychiatry
- Describe and practice several mindfulness-based strategies
- Discuss the overlap of integrative psychiatry and the emerging field of psychedelic medicine
What to Expect…
Whether you’re an IPI fellowship alumnus who has attended the conference in the past or a member of our community attending for the first time, get ready for 3 exciting days of learning, networking, and community. We have new speakers, new lectures, and new knowledge to share with you!
Learning
Through a combination of lectures and small groups, you’ll learn about the tools you can use to accurately diagnose the underlying causes of psychiatric symptoms so that your patients can rely less on medications and live more meaningful lives.
Networking
One of the best parts about this conference is that you’ll get the opportunity to network with other medical professionals from all over the world, including our 2023 Fellowship students who will graduate on the last day of the conference.
Community
Most of our attendees not only leave the conference with a wealth of new knowledge, but they also leave with lifelong friendships. If you’re looking to make long-term connections and build community that you can lean on for years to come then this conference is for you.
What's Included:
The conference will include 3 days of live lectures and breakout groups, all geared towards helping you learn about the tools you can use to accurately diagnose the underlying causes of psychiatric symptoms and help your patients find relief.

Live Lectures
You’ll participate in live lectures (new lectures, different from previous year-end fellowship conferences), hosted by our expert faculty members who have researched, developed, and practiced revolutionary treatment protocols in all areas of integrative psychiatry.

Small Group Workshops
Learn, ask questions, share your thoughts, and get to know your peers within a small group environment.

Exhibitor Hall
Our exhibitor hall will feature several brands who offer resources to help further your mission of providing optimal care to your patients.

Networking
Build connections with other professionals who are interested in or practicing integrative psychiatry.

Closing Ceremony
On the last day of the conference, you’ll get to participate in our closing ceremony and witness our current fellowship students graduate from the program.

Conference Itinerary
This 3-day conference is packed with exciting activities and powerful lectures to help you learn how to utilize integrative psychiatry to help more patients achieve healing. Check out the full itinerary:
NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change at anytime.

DAY 1 – June 16, 2023
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- 8:30AM – Welcome (NO CME/CE)
- 9:00AM – Keynote: Personalized Mental Health with Wearable Tech
- 10:00AM – Lecture: Environmental Psych: Friends and Foes in Nature/Mold and Tick-Borne Illness
- 11:00AM – Lunch (NO CME/CE)
- 1:00PM – Small Groups: Art project: What have you not shared that would help you feel known here?
- 2:00PM – Lecture: Use of Art in Clinical Practice
- 3:00PM – Lecture: Why Psychedelics Need Integrative Psychiatry?
- 4:00PM – Keynote: Spirituality
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DAY 2 – June 17, 2023
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- 9:00AM – Lecture: The Neurobiology of Humor
- 10:00AM – Lecture: Post-COVID Psychiatry
- 11:00AM – Lecture: TMS in an Integrative Psychiatric Practice
- 12:00PM – Lunch (NO CME/CE)
- 1:30PM – Small Group: Becoming more visible in your community
- 2:30PM – Break
- 3:00PM – Lecture: Culturally Fluent Care
- 4:00PM – Lecture: Gratitude Interventions in Mental Health
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DAY 3 – June 18, 2023
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- 8:00AM – Networking Coffee (NO CME/CE)
- 9:00AM – Lecture: Yoga & Mental Health
- 10:00AM – Lecture: The OH WOW of Dying
- 11:00AM – Graduation & Closing Ceremony (NO CME/CE)
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Keynote Speakers
We have an esteemed line-up of speakers, from a variety of backgrounds and specialities, excited to share their knowledge with you.

Sara Gottfried, MD
New York Times Bestselling Author
Topic: Personalized Mental Health with Wearable Tech
Sara Gottfried, MD is a board-certified physician, researcher, and educator. She graduated from Harvard Medical School and MIT, and completed residency at UCSF. Dr. Gottfried is a global keynote speaker and the author of four New York Times bestselling books…

Joan Borysenko, PhD
New York Times Bestselling Author
Topic: Spirituality
Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., is a distinguished pioneer in integrative medicine and is a world-renowned expert in the mind/body connection. Her work has been foundational in an international healthcare revolution that recognizes the role of meaning and spirituality in health and healing…
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Full Speaker Line-up
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- Will Van Derveer, MD
- Keith Kurlander, MA, LPC
- Sara Gottfried, MD
- Pierre Brunschwig, MD
- Arielle Schwartz, PhD
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- Denise Clark, ND
- Erin Amato, MD
- Rohini Kanniganti, MD
- Joan Borysenko, PhD
- Noshene Ranjbar, MD
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- Scott Shannon, MD
- Hisla Bates, MD
- Michelle Flowers, MD
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Hotel & Travel Information
The 2023 IPI Integrative Psychiatry Conference will be held at Embassy Suites by Hilton – Boulder located at 2601 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302.
Embassy Suites is located off US-36, about a 40 minute ride from Denver International Airport. The hotel is just five minutes away from downtown Boulder and surrounded by beautiful mountain views.
If you would like to reserve a room in our block, you will receive a link in your registration confirmation email. This rate is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
UPDATE: Our room block at Embassy Suites is now full. However, we have secured a room block at the Hilton Garden Inn – Boulder located at 2701 Canyon Blvd., Boulder, CO 80302. If you would like to reserve a room at our discounted rate please refer to the link in your confirmation email. The discounted rates at Hilton Garden Inn – Boulder start at $239/night.
Area Attractions
- 29th Street Retail District: 0.10 miles
- Dairy Arts Center: 0.10 miles
- City Center: 1 mile
- Chautauqua Park: 2.50 miles
- Pearl Street: 5 miles
- Downtown Boulder: 5 miles
- Celestial Seasonings: 5.20 miles
- Eldorado Canyon State Park: 10 miles
- Eldora Ski Area: 22 miles
Don't miss this opportunity to network with other professionals and learn how to find the root causes of mental health issues to help your patients reach their full potential.

Earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) Credits
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Integrative Psychiatry Institute, LLC and CME Outfitters, LLC. CME Outfitters LLC. is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physicians (ACCME): CME Outfitters, LLC, designates this live activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
*Please note that this program is not available for NBCC credit.

Our Guarantee
Our commitment to furthering your education
The knowledge, experience, and connections you will gain from attending the IPI Integrative Psychiatry Conference is unparalleled.
As part of our commitment to serving you, we offer a full refund within the first 30 days after the date that you pay and register for the conference. Please note that in order to provide the venue with an accurate headcount, we are unable to process any refunds after April 15th, 2023.
If you would like to request a refund prior to April 15, 2023, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Have more questions? [email protected]
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the conference be held?
The 2023 IPI Integrative Psychiatry Conference will be held at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Boulder, CO. The address is 2601 Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO 80302.
Are hotel room discount available?
Yes. Once you register for the conference you will receive a confirmation email that will include a link to reserve your hotel room at the Embassy Suites – Boulder using our discounted group rate of $259/night. Please note that this rate is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. UPDATE: Our room block at Embassy Suites is now full. However, we have secured a room block at the Hilton Garden Inn – Boulder located at 2701 Canyon Blvd., Boulder, CO 80302. If you would like to reserve a room at our discounted rate please refer to the link in your confirmation email. The discounted rates at Hilton Garden Inn – Boulder start at $239/night.
What if I am unable to attend all three days of the conference?
In order to get the full experience, we strongly encourage you to attend all three days of the conference. Unfortunately, we cannot offer a prorated refund for any missed days.
Will meals be provided each day?
While we do not provide meals during the conference, we do provide light refreshments and coffee. There are a number of restaurants and food spots near the conference location that will be open during the lunch break.
What if I register for the conference, but later am unable to attend?
As part of our commitment to serving you, we offer a full refund within the first 30 days after the date that you pay and register for the conference. Please note that in order to provide the venue with an accurate headcount, we are unable to process any refunds after April 17th, 2023. If you would like to request a refund prior to April 17, 2023, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Can I earn CME credits?
Yes. In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Integrative Psychiatry Institute, LLC and CME Outfitters, LLC. CME Outfitters LLC. is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physicians (ACCME): CME Outfitters, LLC, designates this live activity for a maximum of 14 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ . Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.