Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

What is ketamine-assisted psychotherapy?

Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) enables clients to experience significant trauma reprocessing that might not otherwise be possible for them. We offer this within our research-supported intensive therapy format.

When used as an adjunct with other therapeutic modalities such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Progressive Counting (PC), low-dose ketamine can assist in lasting change for those suffering with a range of symptoms including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. 

Is ketamine-assisted psychotherapy safe? 

We hold the safety and well-being of our clients with the highest regard and work with clients throughout the process to bring about the best possible results.

While gentle at low doses, approaching ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with an open mind is key. Your therapist will be by your side, guiding you through the experience and prioritizing your comfort and safety.  

What does ketamine-assisted psychotherapy look like when combined with intensive trauma therapy?  

TICTI’s intensive therapy typically consists of 5 days, with ketamine being incorporated on days 2 and 4. 

Day 1:  This day is dedicated to building rapport and personal resources, going over protocol and getting familiar with EMDR, PC, and other therapeutic modalities that help support the work. This day sets the stage for the rest of the week.  

Day 2:  We begin the ketamine experience in the morning on day 2. Ketamine effects can last between 45 minutes and 2 hours, so we allow ample time to settle in, have your experience and take whatever time is needed before we transition. Afternoons of the dosing days are for processing.

Day 3:  This day is where we lean heavily into the neuroplasticity and use whatever trauma processing modalities are the best fit. 

Day 4:  This is the second dosing day and is similar to day 2, with a low dose in the morning and processing in the afternoon. 

Day 5:  This last day is based on how the week progressed. Typically, we process in the morning and after lunch begin to close our week by going over the gains of the work done, then discuss integration and next steps.  

Take the Next Step  

Schedule a free phone consultation to learn more about this unique healing opportunity. One of our senior clinicians will ask you questions, listen to your concerns, and answer any questions you may have.  Together you’ll decide if it is the right time for you to do ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.   

Call us at 413-282-7797 or complete the form below.