is a disorder characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) that the person feels driven to perform. These behaviors aim to reduce anxiety or prevent a feared event but often lead to significant distress.
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 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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
