Education

Saginaw Valley State University - Post Master’s Certificate - Family Nurse Practitioner - December 2013

Walden University - Master of Science in Nursing – Specialization Education - April 2007

Davenport University - Bachelor of Science in Nursing with High Honor Nursing - December 2004

Delta College - Associate Degree of Science Nursing - December 1997

The Ketamine Training Center - Ketamine Assisted Therapy Experiential Training Program - September 2022

InnerTrek - Psilocybin Facilitator Training Program - December 2023

Integrative Psychology Institute (Formerly Aura Institute) - Integrative Trauma Coach Training Program – Level 1 - September 2023

Integrative Psychology Institute (Formerly Aura Institute) - Integrative Trauma Practitioner Training Program – Level 2 - January 2024

PESI - Internal Family Systems Therapy - January 2024

OptumHealth Education - Health Equity University - Level 3 Practitioner - January 2024

IFS Institute - IFS Online Circle - Internal Family Systems Informed Provider - Spring 2024

Lykos Therapeutics (Formerly MAPS) - MDMA Assisted Therapy Training - July 2024

Naropa University - Post Master’s Certification in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapies - December 2024

EMBARK for Clinical Trials Training - Certification in the EMBARK psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy model with Cybin by Fluence - May 2025

Professional Licenses

Alaska - Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse

Arizona - Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse

Michigan - Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse

Professional Affiliations

American Psychedelic Practitioners Association (APPA)

American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)

Arizona Nurses Association (AZNA)

Arizona Psychedelic Society (APS)

OPENurse - Organization of Psychedelic & Entheogenic Nurses

Phoenix Pride Sponsor

Psilocybin Assisted Therapy Association (PATA)

Psychedelic Advocacy Network

Psychedelic Association of Arizona (PAAZ)

Queer Psychedelic Society

Southwest Psychedelic Society - Co-Owner of the Meetup Page https://www.meetup.com/southwest-psychedelic-society/

Tricycle Day Newsletter - regular contributor to weekly Ask A Guide edition https://www.tricycleday.com/subscribe?ref=YybUqrDeeU

About Kari Roe, FNP-BC

Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner | Integrative Trauma Practitioner | Psychedelic Medicine | Psychedelic-Assisted Therapist

My Path to Healing Work

I am a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience in healthcare. My journey began in 1996, when I transitioned from working as an Emergency Medical Technician to nursing—starting as a nurse aide and eventually becoming a Nurse Practitioner.

Over the years, my professional path has expanded to include extensive education and training in Psychedelics, Trauma-Informed Care, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Health Equity, Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (JEDI), Mindfulness, Breathwork, and Somatic practices.

These diverse lenses shape how I approach healing—honoring the connection between mind, body, and spirit, and integrating science with compassion.

A Wounded Healer’s Perspective

Psychedelic medicines have played a profound role in my own healing journey. Through these experiences, I’ve witnessed the deep potential for transformation and am passionate about offering these modalities as safe, supported tools for healing.

As a self-identified wounded healer, I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience. I have survived childhood sexual trauma, navigated complex PTSD, eating disorder recovery, substance use, and severe depression and suicidality.

These experiences allow me to meet others with empathy and authenticity. I don’t approach healing as a “fixing” process but as a compassionate partnership rooted in presence and understanding.

Who I Am

I identify as a queer, white human (she/they) and am dedicated to cultivating inclusive, affirming spaces for all.

I have deep ties to and ongoing support for the LGBTQIA+, military, recovery, and substance use communities.

Healing happens in relationship, and I believe everyone deserves care that honors the fullness of who they are.

Education, Advocacy & Community

Beyond clinical work, I am committed to education, advocacy, and expanding access to safe psychedelic care. I have developed and presented content on psychedelic medicines, ketamine therapy, antidepressant tapering, and related topics.

I volunteer with:
• Arizona Psychedelic Society – facilitating the Recovery Alliance group

• Billy’s Place – member at large Board of Directors

• Decriminalize Nature Arizona – supporting community education and reform

• Scottsdale Research Institute – assisting with psychedelic clinical trials and advocating for Right to Try legislation

My career is devoted to helping build bridges between research, accessibility, and lived human experience.

My Mission

My mission is to help others reconnect with their inner healing intelligence and capacity for transformation. I aim to bridge science, spirituality, and compassion supporting the innate healing potential that exists within every person.

Healing is possible!