The Power of Ketamine & Therapy
Ketamine therapy is an exciting new way to tackle mental health challenges. By using small doses of ketamine, a medication typically used as an anesthetic, it's become a tool to address conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD. But the real magic happens when we combine ketamine with therapy.
The Ketamine Experience
Ketamine is a medication approved by the FDA for high doses in surgical procedures. However, when we use lower doses in therapy, it acts a bit differently. It can lead to what we call a "mystical" or "peak" experience. This experience is like a powerful lightbulb moment, and it's followed by something we call an "afterglow." This afterglow brings positive changes in mood, how we think, and how we behave. It can provide positive transformation in mood, insight, motivation, cognition, and behavior.
Why Pair Ketamine with Therapy?
While ketamine can be amazing on its own, the real magic happens when we combine it with therapy. This is where the true healing begins.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy with ketamine is designed to be an experience that brings deep insights and lasting change. When we include counseling alongside ketamine sessions, it's like we're creating a pathway from the "aha" moment to a lasting transformation.
The goal isn't just to feel better temporarily, but to find a way to keep feeling better over time. It's like therapy becomes the bridge that connects the moment of realization to a lasting change.
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Benefits of Ketamine Integration Group Therapy
We recommend all individuals receiving ketamine join our integration therapy group. It's a great choice to support your ketamine treatment sessions, including Spravato. Some of the benefits include:
1. Enhanced Healing: Combining ketamine with group therapy amplifies its effectiveness, promoting insight and personal growth.
2. Solid Support: Group therapy reduces isolation, fostering a sense of belonging and mutual understanding.
3. Safe Environment: Sessions in a controlled setting ensure emotional well-being, allowing exploration without overwhelm.
4. Heightened Insights: Sharing experiences can lead to profound personal revelations, fostering clarity and growth.
5. Enhanced Individual Therapy: Group therapy complements individual therapy, offering diverse perspectives and interpersonal skill development.
Our sessions begin with grounding exercises and mindful breathing. Our guide offers prompts for group members to connect and share. These discussions highlight the positive changes in thoughts and behaviors you've uncovered during your journey.
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