Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
What is Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?
Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy (KaP) is a regulated therapeutic process that combines the controlled use of ketamine with structured psychotherapy. It is offered only under the supervision of licensed health professionals.
Ketamine works by interacting with the brain’s glutamate system, promoting neuroplasticity and creating opportunities for profound psychological breakthroughs. KaP sessions involve administering ketamine in a safe, supportive setting, followed by guided psychotherapy to help patients explore and integrate their experiences.
Ketamine induces a state of dissociation, which allows individuals to step back from entrenched mental patterns. In this altered state, therapy becomes more effective as patients gain new perspectives on their thoughts, emotions, and memories. The neuroplasticity facilitated by ketamine supports long-term healing by making the brain more receptive to change.
Is Ketamine right for me?
Clinical research suggests that sub‑anesthetic ketamine, administered under medical supervision, may offer relief for individuals facing:
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Particularly effective for treatment-resistant depression.
Anxiety
Helps reduce chronic worry and anxiety symptoms.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Aids in processing and alleviating trauma.
Suicidality
Rapidly reduces suicidal ideation, offering an essential lifeline in acute cases.
Why Choose Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy?
Rapid Relief: Ketamine often produces noticeable improvements in mood and symptoms within hours or days.
Integrative Healing: Combines the biochemical benefits of ketamine with the emotional and psychological exploration of psychotherapy.
Safe and Supervised: Delivered in a controlled setting under medical and therapeutic supervision.
How it works
1. Referral & Screening
Clients must be referred by a licensed physician, nurse practitioner, or a registered psychologist with a Practice ID. All patients undergo a thorough intake assessment, which includes medical and psychological screening, to determine whether ketamine-assisted therapy is appropriate and safe for each individual.
2. Preparation
Qualified psychotherapists or psychologists meet with clients to clarify treatment goals, establish rapport, and prepare individuals for the therapeutic experience.
3. Administration of Ketamine
Ketamine is administered only by practitioners licensed and authorized to prescribe and administer in the province of Alberta. All ketamine administration is supervised in a clinical setting with appropriate safeguards.
4. Integration
Subsequent therapy sessions focus on meaning-making, emotional processing, and behavioural integration of the experience.
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Disclaimer
Reunion Psychedelic Therapy operates as a provincially licensed and College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta (CPSA)–accredited medical clinic offering ketamine-assisted therapy. All ketamine treatments are prescribed and administered under the supervision of qualified medical professionals in accordance with CPSA standards, Health Canada regulations, and evidence-informed clinical protocols.
In its off-label use, ketamine is legally permitted in Canada when prescribed by a licensed physician. Its use is supported by a growing body of clinical research for select mental health conditions, including treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
“Psychedelics provide a way to gain access to parts of the mind that are otherwise unavailable, offering opportunities for profound healing and self-discovery.”