Psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy (PAP) refers to therapeutic practices that involve the ingestion of a psychedelic substance, that temporarily slows down function in the default mode network of the brain, allowing subconsciously stored material to surface. This allows for the processing of that material with the help of a therapist. Clinical trials have shown that ingesting a psychedelic in a carefully prescribed and monitored setting can induce an experience that is medically safe and that provokes profound, durable psychological and behavioural change. Psychedelics have been used in the treatment of a variety of mental health disorders like alcohol, drug and nicotine dependence, anxiety and depression, PTSD and a host of other issues. There are numerous clinical trials being conducted worldwide, with promising results.
I did my PAP certifications at ATMA in 2022 and the Integrative Psychiatry Institute in 2023.
I offer individual in-person Ketamine assisted psychotherapy in conjunction with Atma Cena. Clients would go through the intake and assessment process with Atma Cena to ensure eligibility and to determine dosage. We then work together to create a treatment plan that involves a psychological intake, preparation sessions, the dosing sessions and integration sessions. You can book a consultation with me to find out more.
For more information about Psychedelics and ongoing research in this re-emerging field please check out the links below:
https://positivepsychology.com/psychedelic-assisted-therapy/