Group Ketamine Assisted Therapy

Small Group Ketamine Assisted Therapy

Why Group KAP?

Group Ketamine Assisted Thearpy creates shared experience in healing and connecting. Learning from and together with others can create a profound experience. The group becomes a container in which new insights can be explored, examined and supported.

Individual KAP can be financially inaccessible for many. Group ketamine assisted therapy helps to reduce costs and increase access to the treatment.

To join a cohort, please read through this page and click the “get started” button. Complete the appointment request form. You will undergo an individual assessment to determine if ketamine assisted therapy in a group format is a good fit for you.

How It Works

What to Expect

Our group ketamine assisted therapy program is designed to provide comprehensive support in a small group setting at a total cost of $1400. You must attend ALL sessions. Here’s what’s included:

  • Orientation and Preparation Session: Get introduced to the program and prepare for the journey ahead.

  • Medical Assessment and Prescription: Medical assessment by Asheville Integrative Psychiatry, who also handle ordering the ketamine prescription

  • Four Dosing Sessions: Includes 12 hours of therapeutic and nursing support during each session.

  • Four Integration Circles: Helps you process and integrate your experiences.

  • Optional Individual Integration (up to 2): One on one integration therapy to focus on your specific intention and goals

Pricing Breakdown:

  • Go Inward: $825

  • Medical Services: $575 (for the assessment and prescription)

Important Considerations and Eligibility Criteria

If you're going through a tough time and lack a support system or therapy, it might not be the best time to embark on this therapy. This model is best suited for individuals already utilizing therapy services and have resources to help support them during this journey. Ketamine can lead to deep reflection, and we don't want to add to your distress.

To qualify for this treatment, you need to have had a physical exam within the last six months. Please also review the list below, as the following conditions will exclude you from office-based KAP with Go Inward:

  • Must be between 18-65 years old

  • Primary residence in a state other than NC

  • History of psychotic disorders

  • Current mania state

  • Active suicidal ideation 

  • Active homicidal ideation

  • Ketamine use disorder

  • Obstructive or Central Sleep Apnea

  • Hypertension - Blood pressure greater than 140/90

  • History of Stroke

  • Heart Arrhythmia

  • Heart disease or history of cardiovascular event (myocardial infarction, unstable angina)

  • Acute or chronic kidney disease

  • Cystitis or bladder issues

  • Acute or chronic liver disease

  • Glaucoma or increased intraocular pressure

  • Increased intracranial pressure

  • Pregnant or trying to become pregnant

  • Untreated thyroid disorder

  • Active alcohol use disorder or unable to abstain for 48 hours pre/post KAP

  • Unable to abstain from benzodiazepine use for 48 hours pre/post KAP

  • Polypharmacy (combination of Lamictal, atypical antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, sleep medicine, benzodiazepines, or stimulants)