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Understanding Your Nervous System: Why It Matters and the Role of Trauma-Informed Care
At our practice, we are deeply committed to being trauma-informed in every aspect of our care. We utilize a wide range of approach treatments such as ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) in order to offer a holistic healing approach that addresses the root causes of trauma.
Self-Compassion: an Entry Point to Healing
Self-compassion means turning inward and treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding you'd offer a friend in difficult times. It involves being supportive when you're facing challenges, feeling inadequate, or making mistakes.
What is a Therapeutic Alliance and Why is it So Important When Choosing a Therapist?
When seeking therapy, the therapeutic alliance between you and your therapist is a crucial element for effective treatment. This relationship, built on trust, empathy, and mutual respect, forms the foundation for a therapeutic process to unfold.
Safety Considerations for the Therapeutic Use of Ketamine
Subanesthetic ketamine is a remarkably safe medication that has been used as an anesthetic for over 40 years. Most side effects are transient and mild. Some individuals may experience side effects such as...
The Power of Intention: Preparing for Ketamine Therapy
Setting an intention for your upcoming journey fosters self-discovery, invites exploration of what is important to you and creates a space to reflect on how you hope to benefit from treatment. It is a process supported by your therapist and one that evolves as you get to know yourself in new ways.
Unveiling the Therapeutic Potential of Psychedelics and Our Approach Working with Ketamine in a Therapeutic Setting
The word "psychedelics" comes from the combination of two Greek words: psyche, meaning "mind" or "soul," and delos, meaning "revealing" or "manifesting." Together, they translate to "mind manifest" or "soul revealing." For me, this captures the essence of what psychedelics offer—an opportunity to bring unconscious thoughts, behaviors, and beliefs to the surface.
A Holistic Approach to Healing Trauma and Cultivating Mental Well-Being
Recovering from trauma involves healing both the body and the mind. As I navigate this journey alongside you, I believe it's essential to explore a range of therapeutic techniques, including somatic approaches that address the physiological imbalances trauma can cause.
The Synergy of Set, Setting, and Support During Ketamine Treatment
When the ketamine experience is combined with an intentional approach that incorporates the concepts of “set, setting, and support”, a deeper therapeutic process is able to unfold and results are often more durable.