Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) and Psychedelic Preparation and Integration

Dr. Ethan Bregman offers Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). KAP is a holistic modality in which ketamine is used as a complement to psychotherapy to help eligible patients experience more frequent breakthroughs and sustained improvement in symptoms. I take on the psychotherapy portion of the experience and collaborate with Journey Clinical’s medical team or the medical team of your choice to support you on all aspects. This includes determining eligibility, developing a custom treatment plan, prescribing the medicine and monitoring outcomes.

He also collaborates with clients to prepare mentally, emotionally, and practically to engage in working with ketamine and other psychedelic journey experiences. Working from a harm reduction standpoint, it is important to discuss risks and benefits, as well as understanding the medicine you are choosing work with. Discussion of safety precautions and support networks help set up a positive experience.

It is essential to address one’s mental and emotional state including intentions, expectations, and any unresolved issues. Working collaboratively to put practices in place and to clarify intentions for your journey through exploration of personal goals and/or issues will prepare you for a successful experience.

Psychedelic preparation and integration within the framework of mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) involves utilizing mindfulness practices, acceptance, and values clarification to support the therapeutic process before and after a psychedelic experience. These therapeutic modalities aim to cultivate present moment awareness, develop psychological flexibility, and align actions with deeply held values.
After a journey, integration therapy helps to explore insights gained, making sense of an experience to create lasting change in your daily life that can then be integrated into one’s thoughts, behaviors, emotions, relationships, and overall world view. This helps one to make changes in lifestyle, habits, and relationships.

Dr. Bregman understands that considering a psychedelic experience can be daunting. He provides a safe, non-judgmental space to explore your concerns and questions. His clinical expertise provides guidance throughout the process, helping to alleviate anxiety and promote a sense of security and readiness.

Dr. Bregman’s approach emphasizes respect for individual experiences and beliefs, evidence-based practices grounded in clinical psychology, ethical considerations, legal compliance, and ongoing support throughout the preparation and integration process.

Whether you are contemplating KAP, a psychedelic journey or seeking to integrate an experience, Dr. Bregman offers support for your process of self-discovery and healing. His professional, empathetic approach aims to maximize the therapeutic potential of psychedelic experiences while prioritizing your safety and well-being.