Eye Movement Desenitization Reprocessing
How does Ketamine
Assisted Psychotherapy work?
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an innovative, evidence-based treatment that combines the therapeutic potential of ketamine with the healing process of psychotherapy. Used in a safe, controlled clinical setting, ketamine can help temporarily shift consciousness, reduce psychological defenses, and disrupt rigid patterns of thought, allowing clients to access deeper emotional insights and healing. It has shown promising results in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic relational or existential distress, especially for those who have not found relief through traditional approaches.
An essential component of KAP is integration, the process of making sense of the insights, emotions, or imagery experienced during ketamine sessions. Integration sessions, conducted before and after ketamine administration, help clients anchor their experiences into lasting personal growth and behavioral change. Rather than relying solely on the biochemical effects of ketamine, KAP uses the medicine as a catalyst within a structured therapeutic relationship, supporting lasting transformation through reflection, meaning-making, and intentional action.
