Ketamine-Assisted Therapists in Frederick, MD

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Mind Body Wellness
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LGPC, LMSW, LCPAT
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Our therapists are holistic, competent, and trauma-informed. We work with adolescents, adults, families and couples and would love to connect with you to see which of our clinicians can best fit your needs. We offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can feel empowered to heal in all areas of your life.
Our therapists are holistic, competent, and trauma-informed. We work with adolescents, adults, families and couples and would love to connect with you to see which of our clinicians can best fit your needs. We offer a compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can feel empowered to heal in all areas of your life.
(240) 816-4204 View (240) 816-4204
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Maia Gemignani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
5 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
If you're thinking of seeking therapy, listen to that inner voice. Whether it turns out to be some simple problem solving or an adventurous journey of self discovery, a therapeutic experience is always valuable. I love my work and feel honored to share in your journey. My approach is warm, light-hearted and down to earth. I am a clinical social worker and have over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults and couples.
If you're thinking of seeking therapy, listen to that inner voice. Whether it turns out to be some simple problem solving or an adventurous journey of self discovery, a therapeutic experience is always valuable. I love my work and feel honored to share in your journey. My approach is warm, light-hearted and down to earth. I am a clinical social worker and have over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. I work with adults and couples.
(240) 813-4552 View (240) 813-4552
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Missy Helen Scherr-Phillips
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCPAT
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Whether you are navigating a life transition, questioning old narratives or longing for more authenticity, Art Therapy offers a unique opportunity for self exploration. With 30+ years of experience, I support kids, teens and adults on their journey of self discovery. Deeply connected to my Jewish identity, I am passionate about supporting people who are navigating their own feelings and connection to being Jewish. I also offer support for psychedelic integration, helping you process and make meaning from your experiences. Together, we explore the spiritual threads that shape you, connecting you with what is seeking healing within.
Whether you are navigating a life transition, questioning old narratives or longing for more authenticity, Art Therapy offers a unique opportunity for self exploration. With 30+ years of experience, I support kids, teens and adults on their journey of self discovery. Deeply connected to my Jewish identity, I am passionate about supporting people who are navigating their own feelings and connection to being Jewish. I also offer support for psychedelic integration, helping you process and make meaning from your experiences. Together, we explore the spiritual threads that shape you, connecting you with what is seeking healing within.
(240) 349-7613 View (240) 349-7613
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Tyisha Woodroffe
Counselor, LCPC
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21704
Are you are feeling like traditional talk therapy is not enough? Are you finding that you aren't really feeling better after your therapy sessions? Do have a really busy life and scheduling your life around hourly sessions is no longer working for you? Well you've come to the right place. Talk therapy aims to change the way you think which is supposed to change the way you feel but our brains don't work that way. Then when you don't feel any better you are given coping skills that are supposed to do the trick. What if you actually felt differently about your past or your triggers and it naturally changed the way you thought?
Are you are feeling like traditional talk therapy is not enough? Are you finding that you aren't really feeling better after your therapy sessions? Do have a really busy life and scheduling your life around hourly sessions is no longer working for you? Well you've come to the right place. Talk therapy aims to change the way you think which is supposed to change the way you feel but our brains don't work that way. Then when you don't feel any better you are given coping skills that are supposed to do the trick. What if you actually felt differently about your past or your triggers and it naturally changed the way you thought?
(301) 962-2176 View (301) 962-2176
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Danielle Norkin
Counselor, LGPC, CTP
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating PTSD, chronic depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges through Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAP).
My clients describe me as genuine, deeply empathetic, and unafraid to challenge them when growth calls for it. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can be fully themselves-without holding back—knowing they’ll be met with support. I bring my personality into the room, and there's always space for laughter and lightness alongside the deep work.
I specialize in supporting individuals navigating PTSD, chronic depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges through Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAP).
My clients describe me as genuine, deeply empathetic, and unafraid to challenge them when growth calls for it. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can be fully themselves-without holding back—knowing they’ll be met with support. I bring my personality into the room, and there's always space for laughter and lightness alongside the deep work.
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Julie A Hanson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LCMFT, RYT, CLC
9 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I specialize in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and couples work — two of the most powerful entry points for change that has felt out of reach.
Whether you're coming in as a couple or on your own, you may be feeling stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or caught in painful patterns that repeat in your relationships. Maybe communication feels impossible, conflict escalates quickly, or you're longing for connection but don’t know how to get there. I help people get to the heart of what’s really going on—beyond just the words, beyond logic—by working with the deeper systems that shape how we feel, react, and relate. Together, we’ll create space to slow down, understand your nervous system, and help you connect to what matters most in your life.
I specialize in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and couples work — two of the most powerful entry points for change that has felt out of reach.
Whether you're coming in as a couple or on your own, you may be feeling stuck—overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by depression, or caught in painful patterns that repeat in your relationships. Maybe communication feels impossible, conflict escalates quickly, or you're longing for connection but don’t know how to get there. I help people get to the heart of what’s really going on—beyond just the words, beyond logic—by working with the deeper systems that shape how we feel, react, and relate. Together, we’ll create space to slow down, understand your nervous system, and help you connect to what matters most in your life.
(240) 209-9697 View (240) 209-9697
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Jordan J White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DrPH, LMSW
4 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
I help clients heal, grow, and build resilience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
I’m Jordan J. White, DrPH, LMSW and I provide individual psychotherapy that is affirming, relational, and trauma-informed. I specialize in working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ adults navigating trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Beyond my clinical work, I serve as social work faculty at a national university. My professional journey is enriched by experiences teaching at Morgan State University, a HBCU in Baltimore, and working in harm reduction and youth services. This background has provided me with experiences working with youth and young adults in diverse communities across the U.S. and informs my perspective.
I help clients heal, grow, and build resilience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
I’m Jordan J. White, DrPH, LMSW and I provide individual psychotherapy that is affirming, relational, and trauma-informed. I specialize in working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ adults navigating trauma, stress, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Beyond my clinical work, I serve as social work faculty at a national university. My professional journey is enriched by experiences teaching at Morgan State University, a HBCU in Baltimore, and working in harm reduction and youth services. This background has provided me with experiences working with youth and young adults in diverse communities across the U.S. and informs my perspective.
(240) 624-7891 View (240) 624-7891
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Mika Uematsu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, EMDR-C, PAP, KAP, IFS
10 Endorsed
Online Only
As we approach summer 2026, do you find yourself desiring to better understand your Self? Find yourself contemplating the meaning of your existence? Grappling with grief? Struggling to untangle past trauma? Dealing with familial rupture? Stressed by a toxic work environment? Experiencing intense reactions that catches you and your loved ones off guard because your responses are disproportionate to the event? Every behavior has a function. There is meaning in everything that appears meaningless. This is the reason to start your Shadow Work. Let me help you better understand the origins of your trauma triggers.
As we approach summer 2026, do you find yourself desiring to better understand your Self? Find yourself contemplating the meaning of your existence? Grappling with grief? Struggling to untangle past trauma? Dealing with familial rupture? Stressed by a toxic work environment? Experiencing intense reactions that catches you and your loved ones off guard because your responses are disproportionate to the event? Every behavior has a function. There is meaning in everything that appears meaningless. This is the reason to start your Shadow Work. Let me help you better understand the origins of your trauma triggers.
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Lyra Hornseth
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Online Only
I also provide preparation and integration for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
My ideal clients are neurodivergent adults, who feel overwhelmed by burnout, anxiety, emotional intensity, relationship stress, masking, perfectionism, or difficulty managing daily life. I provide a warm, collaborative, trauma-informed approach to help clients better understand themselves, I am currently providing individual therapy through telehealth (virtually) to adult clients located in the state of Maryland. To schedule a free 15-min consultation to see if we would be a good can be done through my website as that is the best way to get in touch with me: soulhealingspaces(dot)com/about.
I also provide preparation and integration for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
My ideal clients are neurodivergent adults, who feel overwhelmed by burnout, anxiety, emotional intensity, relationship stress, masking, perfectionism, or difficulty managing daily life. I provide a warm, collaborative, trauma-informed approach to help clients better understand themselves, I am currently providing individual therapy through telehealth (virtually) to adult clients located in the state of Maryland. To schedule a free 15-min consultation to see if we would be a good can be done through my website as that is the best way to get in touch with me: soulhealingspaces(dot)com/about.
(301) 750-1942 View (301) 750-1942
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Erin Atkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, RYT-200, CMHIMP
8 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by life’s transitions, or longing for a deeper sense of meaning and wholeness? You don’t have to navigate that path alone. I support seekers, sensitive souls, and healers in reconnecting with their inherent wisdom, healing from trauma, and remembering the wholeness that is available to them in any moment. I’m a seasoned therapist with nearly two decades of experience, and my approach bridges holistic mental health, somatic therapy, trauma healing, and psychedelic integration. I work with clients who are exploring expanded states of consciousness, navigating spiritual emergence
Are you feeling disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by life’s transitions, or longing for a deeper sense of meaning and wholeness? You don’t have to navigate that path alone. I support seekers, sensitive souls, and healers in reconnecting with their inherent wisdom, healing from trauma, and remembering the wholeness that is available to them in any moment. I’m a seasoned therapist with nearly two decades of experience, and my approach bridges holistic mental health, somatic therapy, trauma healing, and psychedelic integration. I work with clients who are exploring expanded states of consciousness, navigating spiritual emergence
(667) 206-3646 View (667) 206-3646

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David Jun Selleh
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
3 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
He incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Flash (FT), Polyvagal Theory, Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAP), Psychedelic Integration (PHRI), and more.
David helps clients connect with their inner healing wisdom and return to wholeness, naturally discovering new and meaningful choices in the process. Clients often report improvements to emotional regulation, and feeling more “complete” early on. Growth continues insights are translated into new habits and daily behavior change.
He incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Flash (FT), Polyvagal Theory, Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAP), Psychedelic Integration (PHRI), and more.
David helps clients connect with their inner healing wisdom and return to wholeness, naturally discovering new and meaningful choices in the process. Clients often report improvements to emotional regulation, and feeling more “complete” early on. Growth continues insights are translated into new habits and daily behavior change.
(301) 685-7482 View (301) 685-7482
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UndoneCounseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LPCP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Undone Counseling is a psychotherapeutic practice serving individuals interested in engaging in an exploration of self in the pursuit of healing and growth. Therapy for you might be a mending of past trauma, grief and hurt or an undoing of ideas and systems that no longer serve you. It is a beautiful unraveling of parts of self and an excavation of our history in discovery of who we are and who we will become. My role is to help you process what you are experiencing, discover areas that may need strengthening and restoration while working on a plan to meet your specific goals.
Undone Counseling is a psychotherapeutic practice serving individuals interested in engaging in an exploration of self in the pursuit of healing and growth. Therapy for you might be a mending of past trauma, grief and hurt or an undoing of ideas and systems that no longer serve you. It is a beautiful unraveling of parts of self and an excavation of our history in discovery of who we are and who we will become. My role is to help you process what you are experiencing, discover areas that may need strengthening and restoration while working on a plan to meet your specific goals.
(410) 705-2240 View (410) 705-2240
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Dr. Justin Jacques
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAC II , CMPC
2 Endorsed
Online Only
My ideal clients are high achievers-whether a medical professional, scientist, college/graduate student, athlete, military/intelligence member, or executive. They may be navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, perfectionism, or burnout but are ultimately seeking deeper fulfillment. They value growth, balance, and reconnecting with their strengths. Using my Health Promotions background and holistic mind-body approach, I blend CBT, psychoanalytic insights, and performance psychology to help them thrive holistically. Together, we’ll address mental/physical wellness, cultivate self-compassion, and align their goal
My ideal clients are high achievers-whether a medical professional, scientist, college/graduate student, athlete, military/intelligence member, or executive. They may be navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, perfectionism, or burnout but are ultimately seeking deeper fulfillment. They value growth, balance, and reconnecting with their strengths. Using my Health Promotions background and holistic mind-body approach, I blend CBT, psychoanalytic insights, and performance psychology to help them thrive holistically. Together, we’ll address mental/physical wellness, cultivate self-compassion, and align their goal
(202) 968-2835 View (202) 968-2835
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DJ Carter
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Online Only
Hello, my name is DJ and my pronouns are they/them. I am a professional counselor licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and I provide teletherapy through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. I primarily address issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions with clients who are LGBTQIAA+, polyamorous/ethically non-monogamous, and/or into kink/BDSM. If this sounds like you, contact me and we can set up an initial phone consultation to see if we would be a good fit!
Hello, my name is DJ and my pronouns are they/them. I am a professional counselor licensed in DC, Maryland, and Virginia, and I provide teletherapy through a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. I primarily address issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions with clients who are LGBTQIAA+, polyamorous/ethically non-monogamous, and/or into kink/BDSM. If this sounds like you, contact me and we can set up an initial phone consultation to see if we would be a good fit!
(240) 213-9318 View (240) 213-9318
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Modyfi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
(240) 213-9075 View (240) 213-9075
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Lauren Massa
Counselor, LCPC
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
You're not sure when it happened, but you don't recognize the child sitting in front of you or the person looking back at you in the mirror. You want to feel happier, healthier, and more confident, but nothing seems to work. You feel stuck in the past, experiencing difficulties with enjoying the present, making the future feel so hopeless. You feel so overwhelmed that you can't stop worrying and focus on work/school. You wish you could find the right words to let others know how you're feeling and the struggles you're facing. You just want to feel empowered to ask for help when you need it with hope you don't have to do this alone.
You're not sure when it happened, but you don't recognize the child sitting in front of you or the person looking back at you in the mirror. You want to feel happier, healthier, and more confident, but nothing seems to work. You feel stuck in the past, experiencing difficulties with enjoying the present, making the future feel so hopeless. You feel so overwhelmed that you can't stop worrying and focus on work/school. You wish you could find the right words to let others know how you're feeling and the struggles you're facing. You just want to feel empowered to ask for help when you need it with hope you don't have to do this alone.
(410) 348-7386 View (410) 348-7386
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Shannon Lee
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
I also offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for those who are interested in being guided toward deeper introspective work.
I offer a compassionate, integrative, and experiential approach to therapy for individuals navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and trauma. Much of my work focuses on concerns rooted in emotional wounds, relational patterns, and disconnection from self and meaning. We will work collaboratively to explore therapeutic tools that support healing, reduce shame, and help you reconnect with yourself so you can move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
I also offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for those who are interested in being guided toward deeper introspective work.
I offer a compassionate, integrative, and experiential approach to therapy for individuals navigating relationship challenges, anxiety, grief, depression, life transitions, and trauma. Much of my work focuses on concerns rooted in emotional wounds, relational patterns, and disconnection from self and meaning. We will work collaboratively to explore therapeutic tools that support healing, reduce shame, and help you reconnect with yourself so you can move toward a more authentic and fulfilling life.
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Jess Stern
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR-C
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I use EMDR, Flash, IFS, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy as an integrated approach.
You've done talk therapy before. Maybe it helped you get through something hard, but you're still stuck. The same patterns keep showing up in your relationships, in how you handle stress, in the walls you've built that keep you safe but also keep you alone. I work with people who are done managing symptoms and ready to get to the root. Whether your trauma comes from your family, a relationship, a single event, or something you can't quite name yet, I help people stop going in circles and actually move through what's been holding them back.
I use EMDR, Flash, IFS, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy as an integrated approach.
You've done talk therapy before. Maybe it helped you get through something hard, but you're still stuck. The same patterns keep showing up in your relationships, in how you handle stress, in the walls you've built that keep you safe but also keep you alone. I work with people who are done managing symptoms and ready to get to the root. Whether your trauma comes from your family, a relationship, a single event, or something you can't quite name yet, I help people stop going in circles and actually move through what's been holding them back.
(855) 699-0289 View (855) 699-0289
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Christine Highfill
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I help individuals and couples navigate emotional regulation, stress, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship challenges using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, IFS, somatic therapy, and Ketamine-Assisted psychotherapy.
Feeling overwhelmed by life? Stress feels unmanageable, relationships feel strained, and moving forward can seem impossible. The constant weight of overwhelm can leave you feeling physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausted. You may long to make peace with a painful past but feel stuck in the present. Recognizing the need for change—and taking the step toward therapy—is both courageous and proactive. I’m here to offer a compassionate, validating space where you feel truly heard and understood. Together, we’ll work toward healing and creating a more balanced, grounded, and fulfilling life.
I help individuals and couples navigate emotional regulation, stress, anxiety, perfectionism, and relationship challenges using evidence-based approaches such as EMDR, IFS, somatic therapy, and Ketamine-Assisted psychotherapy.
Feeling overwhelmed by life? Stress feels unmanageable, relationships feel strained, and moving forward can seem impossible. The constant weight of overwhelm can leave you feeling physically, emotionally, and mentally exhausted. You may long to make peace with a painful past but feel stuck in the present. Recognizing the need for change—and taking the step toward therapy—is both courageous and proactive. I’m here to offer a compassionate, validating space where you feel truly heard and understood. Together, we’ll work toward healing and creating a more balanced, grounded, and fulfilling life.
(240) 201-2063 View (240) 201-2063
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Sandor Daniel Illemszky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Online Only
I offer trauma-focused therapy using EMDR, ACT, IFS, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
You may be living with the impacts of trauma, grief, marginalization, or recovery-related struggles. You might be a Veteran, part of the LGBTQIA community, or someone who's carried pain for a long time. You’re not just looking to feel better—you’re hoping for something more meaningful. Maybe you’re seeking clarity, stability, or a deeper sense of connection to yourself and your life. Healing, for you, isn’t about going back, but growing forward into something steadier, more self-led, and more whole. You want to feel more present, aligned, and able to live a life that reflects your values—with greater confidence and inner peace.
I offer trauma-focused therapy using EMDR, ACT, IFS, and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
You may be living with the impacts of trauma, grief, marginalization, or recovery-related struggles. You might be a Veteran, part of the LGBTQIA community, or someone who's carried pain for a long time. You’re not just looking to feel better—you’re hoping for something more meaningful. Maybe you’re seeking clarity, stability, or a deeper sense of connection to yourself and your life. Healing, for you, isn’t about going back, but growing forward into something steadier, more self-led, and more whole. You want to feel more present, aligned, and able to live a life that reflects your values—with greater confidence and inner peace.
(240) 823-5213 View (240) 823-5213

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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.