Ketamine-Assisted Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
I believe that everyone has an inner "Self" that is geared towards growth and on a deep level knows what they need. We go through periods in our lives where we can feel stuck and may lose trust in ourselves. This can leave us feeling anxious, depressed, disconnected from ourselves and the people around us.
By creating a safe and empathic space, I work with my clients to gain awareness of any unconscious mechanisms that get in the way of personal growth and the freedom to be themselves.
I believe that everyone has an inner "Self" that is geared towards growth and on a deep level knows what they need. We go through periods in our lives where we can feel stuck and may lose trust in ourselves. This can leave us feeling anxious, depressed, disconnected from ourselves and the people around us.
By creating a safe and empathic space, I work with my clients to gain awareness of any unconscious mechanisms that get in the way of personal growth and the freedom to be themselves.
Many people move through life feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of why they continue to repeat certain behaviors, often shaped by unconscious influences, early attachments, and unresolved trauma. If you find yourself questioning your relationships, purpose, or emotional responses, know that you are not alone. These questions can be the starting point of meaningful change. I can help individuals gain access to parts of their brain that have hindered them from breaking through barriers that hold them back through innovative modalities and techniques.
Many people move through life feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of why they continue to repeat certain behaviors, often shaped by unconscious influences, early attachments, and unresolved trauma. If you find yourself questioning your relationships, purpose, or emotional responses, know that you are not alone. These questions can be the starting point of meaningful change. I can help individuals gain access to parts of their brain that have hindered them from breaking through barriers that hold them back through innovative modalities and techniques.
In a world that feels increasingly uncertain, the need for meaningful mental health support is more urgent than ever. I offer a space grounded in empathy, deep listening, and compassion—sprinkled with a touch of humor—because I believe healing begins in connection.
I work with adults and couples navigating emotional distress, relational struggles, or life transitions. My doctoral research focused on treating highly conflictual couples, exploring the unconscious dynamics of aggression and masochism in intimate relationships. I also specialize in working with individuals and families impacted by addiction and its ripple effects.
In a world that feels increasingly uncertain, the need for meaningful mental health support is more urgent than ever. I offer a space grounded in empathy, deep listening, and compassion—sprinkled with a touch of humor—because I believe healing begins in connection.
I work with adults and couples navigating emotional distress, relational struggles, or life transitions. My doctoral research focused on treating highly conflictual couples, exploring the unconscious dynamics of aggression and masochism in intimate relationships. I also specialize in working with individuals and families impacted by addiction and its ripple effects.
Nakisa is a licensed psychotherapist and clinical supervisor at Feya Health, utilizing eclectic and holistic approaches to support clients in engaging in meaningful self discovery via effective clinical models alongside Ketamine and Oxytocin Assisted Psychotherapy. Nakisa believes in the efficacy of a holistic and client centered approach, utilizing compassion and non-judgment to guide individuals in healing and developing a strong relationship with themselves, others and their environments. Nakisa believes in the efficacy of a holistic and client centered approach.
Nakisa is a licensed psychotherapist and clinical supervisor at Feya Health, utilizing eclectic and holistic approaches to support clients in engaging in meaningful self discovery via effective clinical models alongside Ketamine and Oxytocin Assisted Psychotherapy. Nakisa believes in the efficacy of a holistic and client centered approach, utilizing compassion and non-judgment to guide individuals in healing and developing a strong relationship with themselves, others and their environments. Nakisa believes in the efficacy of a holistic and client centered approach.
In California, I offer ketamine-assisted therapy with a prescribing provider and cannabis-assisted therapy (client-sourced).
You've done the talk therapy. You understand your patterns, yet something still hasn't moved. My clients are thoughtful adults ready for deeper work, often carrying trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, a major life transition, or a loss of meaning. I use modalities that reach what talk therapy alone can't: the body, the nervous system, and the nonverbal layers where trauma is stored. This includes breathwork, somatic therapy, EMDR, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, with intentional preparation and integration.
In California, I offer ketamine-assisted therapy with a prescribing provider and cannabis-assisted therapy (client-sourced).
You've done the talk therapy. You understand your patterns, yet something still hasn't moved. My clients are thoughtful adults ready for deeper work, often carrying trauma, depression, anxiety, grief, a major life transition, or a loss of meaning. I use modalities that reach what talk therapy alone can't: the body, the nervous system, and the nonverbal layers where trauma is stored. This includes breathwork, somatic therapy, EMDR, and psychedelic-assisted therapy, with intentional preparation and integration.
You care deeply about your partner, but you're not connecting anymore. These days, it can seem easier to withdraw than to risk another conflict. Even simple conversations become strained, and the quiet moments between you feel more distant than reassuring. What once flowed naturally now takes real effort. You're avoiding talking to each other, and looking to your phone or substances to numb yourself from the discomfort. You both miss feeling close, but you’re unsure how to find your way back to each other without support.
You care deeply about your partner, but you're not connecting anymore. These days, it can seem easier to withdraw than to risk another conflict. Even simple conversations become strained, and the quiet moments between you feel more distant than reassuring. What once flowed naturally now takes real effort. You're avoiding talking to each other, and looking to your phone or substances to numb yourself from the discomfort. You both miss feeling close, but you’re unsure how to find your way back to each other without support.
Danielle Wiggins
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
3 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
I draw from somatic psychotherapy, EMDR, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), mindfulness, movement, and contemplative practice.
You understand yourself deeply. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, and spent years trying to make sense of your patterns, yet something still isn't landing in daily life. You may be navigating trauma, grief, chronic illness, OCD or anxiety, or a profound life transition. I work with thoughtful, perceptive adults who are ready for insight to become something they can actually feel and live. Rather than fixing you, our work helps you build a deeper relationship with yourself.
I draw from somatic psychotherapy, EMDR, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), mindfulness, movement, and contemplative practice.
You understand yourself deeply. You've read the books, listened to the podcasts, and spent years trying to make sense of your patterns, yet something still isn't landing in daily life. You may be navigating trauma, grief, chronic illness, OCD or anxiety, or a profound life transition. I work with thoughtful, perceptive adults who are ready for insight to become something they can actually feel and live. Rather than fixing you, our work helps you build a deeper relationship with yourself.
I work with individual clients who wish to develop deeper relationships with others, freedom from self-defeating patterns, or increased peace and self-confidence. I also work with couples to quickly reduce conflict and to rebuild safety, trust and intimacy. Finally, I help clients navigate divorce with intention and help them ensure their children stay resilient throughout that process. I leverage a powerful combination of complex trauma-informed coaching, psychotherapy and practical, evidence-based tools to help clients get in touch with their agency and experience greater freedom.
I work with individual clients who wish to develop deeper relationships with others, freedom from self-defeating patterns, or increased peace and self-confidence. I also work with couples to quickly reduce conflict and to rebuild safety, trust and intimacy. Finally, I help clients navigate divorce with intention and help them ensure their children stay resilient throughout that process. I leverage a powerful combination of complex trauma-informed coaching, psychotherapy and practical, evidence-based tools to help clients get in touch with their agency and experience greater freedom.
Laurel Salmon, Therapy for High-Achieving Women
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
14 Endorsed
Santa Monica, CA 90405
You’re the woman everyone turns to. You’re capable, successful, and used to figuring things out on your own—but beneath the accomplishments, you may struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, self-criticism, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others. You want to feel more secure in who you are and in your relationships, while still maintaining your independence and ambition. In therapy, we’ll explore the deeper roots of the patterns that keep you stuck and help you build self-trust, healthier relationships, and a life that feels more fulfilling—with greater ease, connection, and confidence in yourself.
You’re the woman everyone turns to. You’re capable, successful, and used to figuring things out on your own—but beneath the accomplishments, you may struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, self-criticism, or feeling disconnected from yourself and others. You want to feel more secure in who you are and in your relationships, while still maintaining your independence and ambition. In therapy, we’ll explore the deeper roots of the patterns that keep you stuck and help you build self-trust, healthier relationships, and a life that feels more fulfilling—with greater ease, connection, and confidence in yourself.
This might include ketamine-assisted therapy, attachment repair, EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting, or nervous system work.
I specialize in early trauma, complex trauma, and narcissistic abuse recovery. I can help you navigate overwhelm, seemingly outsized reactions, and emotionally demanding relationships without losing yourself. Relational chaos and trauma can leave you feeling bewildered, exhausted, or endlessly guilty, with no clear way out. I can help you make sense out of the confusion and hurt so you can move towards your deepest dreams and desires. In our work together, I will support you in untangling the knots, finding clarity, and building authentic relationships that feel enjoyable and nourishing.
This might include ketamine-assisted therapy, attachment repair, EMDR, IFS, Brainspotting, or nervous system work.
I specialize in early trauma, complex trauma, and narcissistic abuse recovery. I can help you navigate overwhelm, seemingly outsized reactions, and emotionally demanding relationships without losing yourself. Relational chaos and trauma can leave you feeling bewildered, exhausted, or endlessly guilty, with no clear way out. I can help you make sense out of the confusion and hurt so you can move towards your deepest dreams and desires. In our work together, I will support you in untangling the knots, finding clarity, and building authentic relationships that feel enjoyable and nourishing.
The people I work with are often self-aware, reflective, and have already done a lot of personal growth or therapy. They may not always have words for it, but they know something feels off: they keep ending up in the same relationship patterns, feel anxious or shut down in connection, over-give, or have a hard time trusting themselves. Many are carrying old relational hurts or trauma that show up as feeling ungrounded, disconnected from their body, or unsure of what they really want. Together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and build more clarity, steadiness, and choice.
The people I work with are often self-aware, reflective, and have already done a lot of personal growth or therapy. They may not always have words for it, but they know something feels off: they keep ending up in the same relationship patterns, feel anxious or shut down in connection, over-give, or have a hard time trusting themselves. Many are carrying old relational hurts or trauma that show up as feeling ungrounded, disconnected from their body, or unsure of what they really want. Together, we slow things down, make sense of what’s happening beneath the surface, and build more clarity, steadiness, and choice.
I practice from a humanistic client-centered perspective integrating talk therapy with Attachment-Focused EMDR, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and Ketamine-Assisted EMDR.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have offices in Santa Monica, Malibu, Ojai, & Ventura. I practice traditional talk therapy as well as Attachment Focused EMDR both in person and remotely. I also practice Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma. My practice focuses on trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, addiction & recovery, and relationships. I trained as a KAP therapist at the Ketamine Training Center in San Rafael, California. I am trained by MAPS in MDMA Assisted Psychotherapy. I am certified in Psychedelic Therapy by Fluence.
I practice from a humanistic client-centered perspective integrating talk therapy with Attachment-Focused EMDR, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and Ketamine-Assisted EMDR.
I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. I have offices in Santa Monica, Malibu, Ojai, & Ventura. I practice traditional talk therapy as well as Attachment Focused EMDR both in person and remotely. I also practice Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) with an emphasis on treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma. My practice focuses on trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, addiction & recovery, and relationships. I trained as a KAP therapist at the Ketamine Training Center in San Rafael, California. I am trained by MAPS in MDMA Assisted Psychotherapy. I am certified in Psychedelic Therapy by Fluence.
Hi my name is Gabriela Ucros, I am a latina therapist in Los Angeles, I am so happy you are reading this. In our sessions, I rely on compassion, authenticity and intuition to provide a safe space and explore the deeper layers of your bodily/somatic experience. As we navigate this inner realm, we will gently witness and embrace every aspect of your internal world. This exploration allows you to connect with those aspects within yourself to then create a foundation to find safe and meaningful connections to those around you.
Hi my name is Gabriela Ucros, I am a latina therapist in Los Angeles, I am so happy you are reading this. In our sessions, I rely on compassion, authenticity and intuition to provide a safe space and explore the deeper layers of your bodily/somatic experience. As we navigate this inner realm, we will gently witness and embrace every aspect of your internal world. This exploration allows you to connect with those aspects within yourself to then create a foundation to find safe and meaningful connections to those around you.
I also provide in-person Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy in partnership with Journey Clinical.
You may be living everyday with a smile on, maintaining responsibilities, relationships, and so on. On the outside, you seem to be doing well, while your internal world at times feels incongruent. It can be a challenge to manage the thoughts, feelings, or reactions. It's tiring trying to keep it all together. You may notice you give so much to everyone and everything else, then don't have as much left to give yourself. You know deep down that it's time to truly connect with all the parts of you, and navigate what the thriving whole self looks like. This can be the starting moment to take that leap of faith and bet on yourself.
I also provide in-person Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy in partnership with Journey Clinical.
You may be living everyday with a smile on, maintaining responsibilities, relationships, and so on. On the outside, you seem to be doing well, while your internal world at times feels incongruent. It can be a challenge to manage the thoughts, feelings, or reactions. It's tiring trying to keep it all together. You may notice you give so much to everyone and everything else, then don't have as much left to give yourself. You know deep down that it's time to truly connect with all the parts of you, and navigate what the thriving whole self looks like. This can be the starting moment to take that leap of faith and bet on yourself.
My approach centers around exploring and understanding your motivations, history, and sense of self. With compassion and empathy we can recognize unconscious patterns, often established in childhood, and help you write a new story. We can appreciate the innate connection between mind and body, wherein psychological wounds can manifest in physical symptoms, and begin to heal. We can explore your defenses, the thoughts and behaviors which helped to keep you safe; we can even strengthen the ones that continue to serve you, and, with love and appreciation, learn to let go of the ones that don’t.
My approach centers around exploring and understanding your motivations, history, and sense of self. With compassion and empathy we can recognize unconscious patterns, often established in childhood, and help you write a new story. We can appreciate the innate connection between mind and body, wherein psychological wounds can manifest in physical symptoms, and begin to heal. We can explore your defenses, the thoughts and behaviors which helped to keep you safe; we can even strengthen the ones that continue to serve you, and, with love and appreciation, learn to let go of the ones that don’t.
Welcome! I focus my practice on helping people who feel overwhelmed with the pressures we face - personal, political and as a collective. Whether you are navigating your identity, trauma, or just trying to find some peace in a world that is constantly shifting, you don’t have to do it alone. In my work as a therapist, I create a safe space where you can explore the layers of who you are, what you are going through and your experience in the world. I believe there is a lot more to therapy than exploring your past or addressing symptoms, it is about finding your way through it all with a sense of wholeness and connection.
Welcome! I focus my practice on helping people who feel overwhelmed with the pressures we face - personal, political and as a collective. Whether you are navigating your identity, trauma, or just trying to find some peace in a world that is constantly shifting, you don’t have to do it alone. In my work as a therapist, I create a safe space where you can explore the layers of who you are, what you are going through and your experience in the world. I believe there is a lot more to therapy than exploring your past or addressing symptoms, it is about finding your way through it all with a sense of wholeness and connection.
Healing the past is a great to start but we also want to be equipped to feel alive and content in the present and then also be prepared for future difficult circumstance so we can handle them with grace and ease. I specialize in high conflict couples and families. My individual clients are struggling with anxiety, getting sober, have long term sobriety, or are expats adjusting to their new country. They are struggling in a relationship, family, or marriage and want to feel connected and joyous with those that they love. I have also worked for decades with artists, rock stars, and CEOs living high stress lives in
Healing the past is a great to start but we also want to be equipped to feel alive and content in the present and then also be prepared for future difficult circumstance so we can handle them with grace and ease. I specialize in high conflict couples and families. My individual clients are struggling with anxiety, getting sober, have long term sobriety, or are expats adjusting to their new country. They are struggling in a relationship, family, or marriage and want to feel connected and joyous with those that they love. I have also worked for decades with artists, rock stars, and CEOs living high stress lives in
Hi, I’m Meika, a trauma-informed therapist and Brainspotting specialist.
If life feels heavy, overwhelming, or hard to navigate right now, you’re not alone. I specialize in Brainspotting, a brain-body-based therapy that supports your nervous system in processing and releasing what’s been stored beneath the surface. Many clients describe it as finally being able to move forward.
Hi, I’m Meika, a trauma-informed therapist and Brainspotting specialist.
If life feels heavy, overwhelming, or hard to navigate right now, you’re not alone. I specialize in Brainspotting, a brain-body-based therapy that supports your nervous system in processing and releasing what’s been stored beneath the surface. Many clients describe it as finally being able to move forward.
From the outside, you seem like you're holding it together. Inside, your mind won't slow down. You overthink, people-please, second-guess yourself, or feel responsible for everyone else's emotions. Maybe anxiety, trauma, emotionally immature parents, or painful relationships have left you disconnected from yourself. I help teens, adults, and couples understand these patterns, calm their nervous systems, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
From the outside, you seem like you're holding it together. Inside, your mind won't slow down. You overthink, people-please, second-guess yourself, or feel responsible for everyone else's emotions. Maybe anxiety, trauma, emotionally immature parents, or painful relationships have left you disconnected from yourself. I help teens, adults, and couples understand these patterns, calm their nervous systems, and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of dysfunctional relationships and self-destructive patterns in your life? Are symptoms of anxiety and depression diminishing your quality of life? Do painful memories of the past continue to bother you? Have you tried to resolve these problems on your own or through traditional talk therapy with little success? Most treatment models fail to identify and address the trauma that underlies so many of the problems that people seek help for. A trauma-informed approach to treatment is necessary in order to fully resolve the root of the issues and create meaningful and lasting change.
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of dysfunctional relationships and self-destructive patterns in your life? Are symptoms of anxiety and depression diminishing your quality of life? Do painful memories of the past continue to bother you? Have you tried to resolve these problems on your own or through traditional talk therapy with little success? Most treatment models fail to identify and address the trauma that underlies so many of the problems that people seek help for. A trauma-informed approach to treatment is necessary in order to fully resolve the root of the issues and create meaningful and lasting change.
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Ketamine-Assisted Therapists
What is Ketamine-Assisted Therapy?
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is a treatment method that involves using ketamine’s trance-inducing and pain-relieving properties to help individuals work through various mental and emotional challenges.
Why is Ketamine used for depression?
Ketamine is employed to treat depression, particularly when other treatments have failed, due to its unique, rapid-acting relief of depressive symptoms and its ability to enhance neural plasticity. Unlike conventional antidepressants, which may take weeks to be effective, ketamine can alleviate symptoms within hours, making it especially valuable for severe or suicidal depression. It acts by blocking NMDA receptors, subsequently promoting the release of neurotrophic factors like BDNF, which aid in the formation of new synaptic connections, fostering neural resilience and reducing depressive symptoms. The psychotropic and dissociative effects of ketamine also provide a therapeutic window for patients to explore and reframe distressing thoughts and emotions under guided supervision, potentially resolving underlying psychological contributors to depression. While its use can be transformative, it necessitates cautious administration in controlled settings due to potential side effects and abuse risks.
How is Ketamine used in Psychotherapy
Ketamine can be utilized in therapy to facilitate psychological healing and transformation, particularly in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. When administered in controlled, subanesthetic doses, it induces altered states of consciousness, allowing individuals to access and explore suppressed or unconscious thoughts, emotions, and memories. This dissociative state creates a therapeutic window where patients, guided by a trained psychotherapist, can work through traumatic experiences, reframe negative thought patterns, and address the emotional roots of their mental health challenges. The synergistic combination of ketamine’s psychotropic effects and psychotherapeutic intervention aims to promote lasting change, enhance self-awareness, and improve overall mental well-being, providing a valuable option for those with treatment-resistant mental health conditions.
What happens in Ketamine therapy?
In ketamine psychotherapy, patients undergo a series of sessions where they receive controlled doses of ketamine, typically via injection or infusion, under the supervision of a trained healthcare provider. Ketamine induces a trance-like or altered state of consciousness, which enables patients to access and explore deep-seated thoughts, emotions, and memories that are typically unconscious or inaccessible. Throughout this altered state, a trained psychotherapist guides the patient to help them process their experiences, offering support and intervention to help the individual address and reframe traumatic memories or negative thought patterns. This combination of pharmacological and psychotherapeutic approaches aims to create lasting positive changes in mental health and well-being by resolving underlying psychological issues and enhancing the individual's coping mechanisms and resilience. The process can be particularly beneficial for individuals dealing with treatment-resistant mental health conditions like severe depression, anxiety, and PTSD.