How KAP works
Preparation sessions set goals and safety plans. During dosing, a therapist may be present or you may rest quietly. Integration sessions afterward help you process the experience and apply insights to daily life.
What the evidence shows
Research on combining ketamine with psychotherapy is promising but early, with mostly small studies. Ask providers how they measure progress.
Safety
Ketamine can cause dissociation, sedation, raised blood pressure, nausea, and dizziness, and it can be misused. A licensed prescriber must evaluate your full medical and psychiatric history first, and you should never drive until the next day.
Common questions
Do I need a therapist already?
Not necessarily. Many KAP programs include their own therapist; others coordinate with your existing one.
This guide is educational and not medical advice. If you are in crisis, call or text 988.