Reconnect with Yourself via Psychedelic Therapy in Denver
Signs That You Should Seek Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
- Depression that doesn’t improve after trying multiple medications. This is sometimes called treatment-resistant depression.
- Persistent feelings of distress from traumas / PTSD, affecting your daily life and emotional well-being.
- Ongoing feelings of sadness and hopelessness that interfere with daily functioning and quality of life.
- Chronic anxiety that disrupts everyday activities, leading to excessive worry and fear.
- Intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that are difficult to control and interfere with daily activities.
- A sense of being stuck or unfulfilled in life or relationships despite attempts at self-improvement.
You’re not alone. Reach out to our therapists for personalized support and guidance.
What to Expect In Our Psychedelic Therapy Sessions
Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy begins with preparation sessions where we explore your intentions for the healing psychedelic journey, set expectations, and address any concerns. Establishing trust is essential, and our therapists work closely with you to understand your unique needs and establish a comfortable foundation.
We begin by setting up your meeting with our prescriber for a medical evaluation. They take your vitals and ask some questions to ensure safety.
After this review, a psychedelic medicine is prescribed. We use ketamine. On the day of your ketamine dosing session, you meet with the therapist in a calm, secure, and supervised environment. The guided experience allows you to access deeper states of consciousness, fostering emotional release, insights, and profound psychological healing.
After the ketamine dosing session, our therapists assist in translating your revelations into actionable steps for personal growth.
Throughout the psychedelic assisted therapy process, we emphasize the significance of mindset, intention, and environment. A positive, supportive atmosphere combined with your focused mindset helps facilitate a transformative and meaningful experience.
What We Treat with Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
- Depression: Exploring underlying emotions to foster healing and growth.
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Facilitating deeper emotional processing to alleviate trauma symptoms.
- Anxiety: Helping individuals confront and manage anxiety through guided therapeutic experiences.
- Mood Disorders: Providing insights into emotional patterns for improved emotional regulation.
Meet Our Psychedelic Therapy Specialists in Denver
Our dedicated team of skilled, licensed professionals provides individualized care and support, addressing diverse mental health needs using psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy in Denver.
We offer individual and group ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
How Does Our Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy Work?
Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy integrates the therapeutic potential of psychedelics with psychotherapeutic techniques in both individual and group settings. The process begins with an initial assessment to establish a personalized treatment plan.
Our trained professionals create a safe space for individuals to confront and process challenging experiences. During the psychedelic therapy sessions, ketamine is administered in a controlled and supportive environment, enabling comprehensive emotional exploration.
In psychedelic-assisted group therapy, the same comprehensive protocol is followed as in individual psychedelic therapy, which includes preparation sessions, ketamine dosing sessions, and integration sessions.
With psychedelic therapy in Denver, you can enhance neural connectivity, gain new insights and perspectives on personal challenges.
What Medicine is Used?
Psychedelic assisted psychotherapy and ketamine assisted therapy employ medicine that alters brain activity, promoting emotional exploration and helping individuals confront difficult emotions and experiences. We primarily utilize ketamine to address conditions such as depression, PTSD, anxiety, and feelings of stagnation.
Ketamine is a medically approved, reliable and beneficial medication utilized for treating various psychological disorders, including major depression, anxiety disorders and post-traumatic stress disorder. Ketamine delivers quick-acting antidepressant and mood-lifting benefits, which typically emerge within 1-2 hours post-administration and persist for up to 2 weeks. Its mechanism involves blocking NMDA receptors in the brain while activating AMPA receptors, which are believed to facilitate new neural connections and strengthen brain circuits that control stress responses and emotional regulation. Research indicates that ketamine also promotes broader neuroplasticity for sustained symptom relief.
Ketamine administration methods include intravenous infusions, intramuscular shots, nasal sprays, and sublingual tablets. We exclusively utilize the sublingual ketamine tablet formulation.
Other psychedelics, including psilocybin, have been recognized for their therapeutic potential in various treatments, providing additional context for their benefits.
Each ketamine session is conducted in a controlled environment and closely monitored by trained professionals, ensuring safety and maximizing healing outcomes.
How Psychedelic Therapy Can Help You Find Relief?
Ketamine assisted psychotherapy has emerged as a transformative approach for individuals facing challenging mental health conditions.
For those grappling with depression, ketamine assisted therapy offers significant reductions in symptoms, providing hope for individuals who haven’t responded to traditional treatments. Similarly, people dealing with anxiety and PTSD have found relief, reporting enhanced emotional stability and control over their lives.
Beyond symptom relief, many patients report deeper self-exploration, improved emotional resilience, and enhanced clarity of thought. This holistic approach promotes personal growth and long-term well-being, making it a powerful option for those seeking profound and lasting change.
Therapeutic Approaches We Use
Our ketamine assisted therapy approach combines the therapeutic use of psychedelics with traditional counseling. This integration facilitates breakthroughs and insights that may not be achievable through standard treatment.
By addressing not only symptoms but also the underlying causes, this method promotes profound emotional healing.
Taking a holistic perspective, we combine psychedelic interventions with therapeutic support, offering clients a comprehensive treatment experience. We welcome individuals of all genders to participate in group sessions, fostering an inclusive space for collective healing and personal growth.
Your Questions: Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy at Denver Men’s Therapy
Is ketamine assisted psychotherapy and ketamine legal in Colorado?
Yes, KAP is legal in Colorado for approved psychedelics in therapeutic settings. Ketamine must be prescribed by a medical doctor after an evaluation.
2. How long does ketamine last?
Ketamine treatment sessions typically last between 2.5 to 3 hours, with the effects of the psychedelics lasting approximately 30 minutes to just over an hour.
3. How many therapy sessions are typically required for results?
4. Is psychedelic assisted psychotherapy and ketamine assisted therapy safe?
Yes, when conducted in a controlled and supportive environment by trained professionals, psychedelic-assisted therapy and ketamine assisted therapy are considered safe.
5. Who is eligible for ketamine assisted therapy?
Individuals experiencing various mental health challenges, such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain, may be eligible for ketamine assisted psychotherapy.
6. What are the therapeutic effects of ketamine assisted therapy?
The ketamine experience can lead to profound emotional breakthroughs, enhanced introspection, improved emotional regulation, and insights into personal challenges.
7. Can I use psilocybin or other psychedelics on my own for self-treatment?
Self-treatment with psychedelics or ketamine is not recommended; professional guidance is essential to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the psychedelic journey.
8. What makes ketamine different from traditional antidepressants?
Most antidepressants target serotonin or other mood-related chemicals and often take weeks to show results. Ketamine works differently. Ketamine works on the glutamate system specifically by blocking NMDA receptors, which triggers a rapid chain reaction in the brain. This includes activating AMPA receptors, boosting BDNF, and promoting synaptic growth, all of which contribute to faster and more robust changes in mood and thought patterns.
9. How do I know if I’m a good fit?
If you’ve been stuck, numbed out, or unable to make progress with traditional talk therapy, psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy could be the next step worth exploring. We offer a consultation to help you decide if psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy with ketamine aligns with your needs, values, and goals.
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