Ketamine Assisted Therapy
Ketamine Assisted Therapy
A New Approach to Healing with Ketamine
What is Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a treatment that combines sub-anesthetic doses of ketamine with psychotherapy, with psychotherapeutic sessions taking place before and after the administration of ketamine.
At BrainStim, during your ketamine experience, a psychotherapist or clinical counselor remains in the room, offering emotional support as needed. Most importantly, you are never left alone throughout your ketamine journey. Additionally, a nurse monitors your blood pressure and vital signs, and our psychiatrist is always on-site, setting us apart from other ketamine therapy providers.
Why is KAP Effective?
KAP is often integrated with other therapeutic modalities to enhance the overall healing process, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Somatic Experiencing
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
This structured approach ensures that ketamine therapy is not only safe but also transformative. Research has shown that KAP is particularly effective for those who have not responded well to conventional treatments, including:
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD)
Trauma
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Although ketamine is FDA and Health Canada approved as an anesthetic, its use in mental health treatment is considered off-label. However, growing evidence from clinical studies supports its potential for individuals seeking relief from persistent mental health struggles. At BrainStim, we prioritize patient safety, medical supervision, and integration therapy to help individuals achieve long-lasting mental health improvements. If you're considering Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, contact us today to learn more.
What to Expect During a Session:
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a structured, multi-step approach that combines ketamine treatment with psychotherapy to promote mental health healing. The process typically takes 5-6 hours and includes four key stages:
How Ketamine Therapy Works?
- Modifies Brain Circuits: Works through the glutamate neurotransmitter system, unlike traditional antidepressants.
- Disrupts Negative Thought Patterns: Creates a temporary dissociative state, allowing for a mental reset.
- Fast-Acting Relief: Many patients experience improvement after just one session, with continued benefits over time.
- Safe & Supervised: Administered in a controlled environment with medical oversight.
- Integration Therapy:Follow-up sessions help patients process and apply their experiences for long-term healing.
Free Ketamine consultation:
Our expert therapists offer a free 15-minute virtual consultation for ketamine therapy, giving you the chance to ask questions, explore your options, and take the first step on your journey to healing all from the comfort of home.
Conditions Ketamine Therapy can help with:
Ketamine therapy is a rapid-acting treatment for different conditions. It works by altering brain chemistry to promote neural plasticity, helping to reduce symptoms of chronic worry, intrusive thoughts, and emotional distress. Especially effective for treatment-resistant cases, ketamine provides fast relief and supports long-term mental health recovery.
Depression
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD).
Anxiety
Reduces symptoms of chronic worry, panic, and intrusive thoughts.
PTSD
Helps process trauma-related stress and emotional dysregulation.
OCD
Alters neural pathways to reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
Addiction
Supports breaking unhealthy behavioral cycles linked to substance dependence.
Learn about the full treatment process on StimPath.
Eligibility for Ketamine Therapy:
Before beginning treatment, patients undergo a comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluation. Ketamine therapy is not recommended for individuals with:
Pregnancy or during Breastfeeding.
Uncontrolled high blood pressure or serious heart conditions.
History of psychosis, mania, or hemorrhagic stroke.
Severe liver or kidney disease.
Active drug and alcohol use and dependence.
Why Choose BrainStim for Ketamine Therapy?
- Expert medical team including Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist, Clinical Counsellor, and Nurse
- Personalized individual treatment plans
- Comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental healing environment
- Multiple clinic locations across Canada – Making treatment accessible and convenient
- Group Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy making access more affordable *Coming Soon*
🩺 Most patients report significant symptom improvement after just a few sessions, many often need repeated sessions and lifestyle changes for sustained benefits.
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