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A New Approach to Healing with Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
Evidence-based, medically supervised psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy for treatment-resistant conditions. Compassionate care.
What is Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy?
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy is a treatment that combines sub-anesthetic doses of psychedelics with psychotherapy, with psychotherapeutic sessions taking place before and after the administration of Psychedelic Therapy.
At BrainStim, a psychotherapist or clinical counsellor provides emotional support during your session, and a nurse monitors your blood pressure and vital signs. The professionals present at each stage may vary by clinic and are confirmed at your assessment.
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy and Integrated Care.
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy may be integrated with other therapeutic approaches, including:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
A psychological and medical evaluation to assess psychedelic therapy suitability, reviewing mental health history and contraindications.
Somatic Experiencing
A body-focused approach that uses attention to physical sensations to help process stress and trauma.
Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
An approach that explores how past experiences and patterns influence present feelings and relationships.
This structured approach combines assessment, medical supervision, and psychotherapy support. Following assessment, your clinician will discuss whether it may be appropriate for conditions such as:
Treatment-resistant depression (TRD)
Trauma
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Ketamine is authorized as an anesthetic; its use in mental health treatment is off-label. Treatment has risks, requires screening and monitoring, and is not appropriate for everyone. At BrainStim, we prioritize patient safety, medical supervision, and integration therapy. If you’re considering Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy, contact us today to learn more.
What to Expect During a Session:
Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy is a structured, multi-step approach that combines psychedelic treatment with psychotherapy to promote mental health healing. Care is delivered across several appointments, and timing varies by individual treatment plan. The four key stages are:
Step 2
Preparation
Patients meet with their provider to set goals, address concerns and prepare for the session.
Up to 60 mins
Step 3
Psychedelic Therapy Session
The session takes place under medical supervision, according to your individualized treatment plan.
Up to 2.5 hours
Step 4
Integration
A follow-up session to discuss the experience and identify clinically appropriate next steps.
About 60 mins
Advanced Mental Health Treatment Through Neuroplasticity
Conditions discussed during assessment
Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy is considered following a medical and psychiatric assessment. Evidence, response, and duration vary, and suitability is determined through medical and psychiatric assessment. Its use in mental health treatment is off-label.
Depression
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD).
Anxiety
Chronic worry, panic, and intrusive thoughts.
PTSD
Trauma-related stress and emotional dysregulation.
OCD
Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
Addiction
Behavioral cycles linked to substance dependence.
Screening and Eligibility
Before beginning treatment, patients undergo a comprehensive medical and psychiatric evaluation. Examples of circumstances that may make treatment unsuitable include the following. These examples are not exhaustive. Only our clinical team can determine eligibility after a medical and psychiatric assessment, so please don't rule yourself in or out based on this page alone.
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.
All sessions are conducted under medical supervision. A responsible adult must accompany you home following treatment. Integration therapy sessions are a required part of the BrainStim protocol.
Why Choose BrainStim for Psychedelic Therapy?
Consider our specialized treatments if you:
Care team that may include a Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist, Clinical Counsellor, and Nurse, depending on clinic
Personalized individual treatment plans
Comfortable, supportive and non-judgmental healing environment
Available at multiple clinic locations – Making treatment accessible and convenient
Group Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy making access more affordable
Response and duration vary between individuals, and treatment suitability is determined through medical and psychiatric assessment.
