Mary Barbour, LMFT

Making the decision to explore Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy can feel overwhelming and bring on a level of uncertainty. During the preparation session, I provide psycho-education and design a treatment plan that will best support your healing journey. Each KAP session lasts about 3 hours. During the first 20-30 minutes we do a mini-therapy session where we discuss the process of taking the medicine, review intentions, and engage in grounding exercises to release any anxiety or tension before taking the medicine. You will wear a blindfold and listen to music curated for inner exploration. The experience can last anywhere from 45 to 90 minutes. I encourage clients to stay with the experience as long as they feel comfortable and return to the external world at their own pace. I leave time to process the experience if that feels comfortable to you. We schedule an integration session for 2-3 days post-KAP session to further integrate your experience with your life. Ketamine acts on the glutamate receptors in the brain. Glutamate supports the synaptic connection of neurons which is the reason for creating a positive self-care experience within the first 24-72 hours of your ketamine session.