Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Harnessing the power of psychedelics to deepen the therapeutic experience
Why does ketamine therapy work?
At lower doses, ketamine augments the therapeutic process by temporarily softening psychological defenses, allowing for deeper self reflection and processing. It also enhances neuroplasticity, allowing the mind to create new pathways. Clinical research suggests engaging in several treatments, as ketamine has proven to deliver a cumulative effect.
Building a strong container to dive deep
Entering into a psychedelic experience can feel scary and unpredictable. Chris works closely with clients to ensure a sense of safety and control. Together, Chris and his clients identify expectations, treatment goals, and logistical needs. If clients are able to let go into a sense of trust and safety, their therapeutic experience will undoubtedly be more impactful. It is our priority to therefore create a safe, dependable environment to allow you to do the work needed.
Working on different levels
Ketamine quiets the default mode network, the area of the brain associated with a sense of self and certain psychological defenses. In other words, the mind relaxes and opens up to a broader, more interconnected state. Within that state, new insights arise and can be easily integrated. Ketamine increases Gaba and Glutamate, the neurotransmitters associated with feelings of safety and calm. Within this space, unhelpful patterns of thinking, traumatic imprints, somatic stress, and much more, can be quickly alleviated.
