Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)

in Montgomery County

Looking for deeper, lasting support for depression, anxiety, grief, or trauma? 

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KETAMINE-ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY (KAP)

at Restoration & Wellness

At Restoration & Wellness, our Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) program offers a compassionate, evidence-based path toward healing. By combining psychotherapy with the safe, guided use of ketamine, clients can explore and process deep emotional healing and growth.

Treatment is provided only when clinically appropriate and is always supported by a trusted therapeutic relationship to help you integrate insights in meaningful, grounded ways.

WHAT IS KETAMINE ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY (KAP)?

How KAP Supports Healing

Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) offers a meaningful way to enhance the healing process through expanded states of awareness—guided safely within a trusted therapeutic relationship. At our facility, the framework is simple and yet powerful: therapy remains the foundation; ketamine simply serves as a tool to deepen the healing work and support the process of growth and renewal.

Understanding Ketamine

Ketamine is a clinically proven, FDA-approved medication originally developed for anesthesia and now widely researched for its rapid antidepressant and anti-anxiety effects. At low, controlled doses, it works differently from traditional antidepressants by influencing the brain’s glutamate system—the primary network involved in learning, mood, and neuroplasticity.

This process helps restore communication between brain cells and supports the formation of new neural pathways. In simpler terms, ketamine helps the brain “reconnect,” creating the flexibility needed for healing and change.

Why It Works with Therapy

During a KAP session, ketamine can temporarily soften the mind’s usual defenses, allowing deeper self-reflection and emotional release. When paired with skilled therapeutic support, this state can reveal new perspectives and strengthen one’s ability to process past experiences.

Feelings may come up that have been tucked away for many years. Ketamine allows these memories and emotions come to the surface to be healed. Our therapists create a safe, grounding space in which to explore these insights and integrate them meaningfully into daily life. Our approach is therapy-led, evidence-informed, and rooted in trauma-informed practice delivered with compassion, safety, and integrity.

Hope, Healing & New Pathways:

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Explained

Discover how ketamine-assisted psychotherapy helps restore neural pathways and offer relief for those living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, postpartum depression, and chronic trauma. In this video, Colleen Hanley, LCSW, shares her professional journey, why she’s passionate about this breakthrough treatment, and how the structured process supports emotional safety, insight, and lasting change.

IS KETAMINE-ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY RIGHT FOR ME?

KAP can support healing when you’re:

Struggling with ongoing depression or anxiety.

Carrying the weight of trauma or loss.

Caught in repetitive or rigid thought patterns.

Feeling disconnected, numb, or ashamed.

Feeling emotionally stuck or lost.

Managing the long-term impact of PTSD.

Navigating challenges in addiction recovery.

Facing a spiritual crisis or loss of meaning.

Working to rebuild yourself in recovery.

Feeling overwhelmed by life transitions.

IS KETAMINE-ASSISTED PSYCHOTHERAPY RIGHT FOR ME?

KAP can support healing when you’re:

Struggling with ongoing depression or anxiety.

Carrying the weight of trauma or loss.

Caught in repetitive or rigid thought patterns.

Feeling disconnected, numb, or ashamed.

Feeling emotionally stuck or lost.

Working to rebuild yourself in recovery.

Feeling overwhelmed by life transitions.

Managing the long-term impact of PTSD.

Navigating challenges in addiction recovery.

Facing a spiritual crisis or loss of meaning.

Our Approach to Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

Thoughtful Structure, Personalized to You

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy at Restoration & Wellness is offered as a structured treatment series or as individual sessions, depending on your goals, history, and clinical needs. Each client receives a personalized plan grounded in safety, therapeutic support, and evidence-informed care.

Comprehensive Medical Evaluation & Eligibility Review

Every client begins with a thorough medical assessment to review history, medications, and potential contraindications. This ensures that ketamine is both safe and clinically appropriate for your needs.

On-Site Ketamine Sessions

Ketamine is administered in a calm, supportive environment via intravenous (IV) injection and monitored by an on-site medical provider and trained sitter. Your comfort, safety, and grounding are prioritized throughout the experience.

Integration Counseling

After each session, a therapist helps you explore insights and translate them into meaningful changes in daily life. Clients may integrate with a Restoration & Wellness clinician or continue working with their existing therapist.

Safety First, Always

Your wellbeing guides every step of our process. We prioritize thorough preparation, continuous support during ketamine sessions, and structured integration afterward. If KAP isn’t the right fit, we’ll offer alternative recommendations and remain committed to supporting your healing goals.

Why Choose Restoration & Wellness for Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

Guiding Principles

We believe that healing takes time, reflection, and support — and KAP is a tool, not a shortcut. The work is yours; the ketamine simply helps open the door to deeper therapeutic insight.

At Restoration & Wellness, our program is built on several key principles that distinguish our Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy offering:

Ketamine does not replace conventional therapy. Instead, it deepens the therapeutic work already underway, and heals the brain from the debilitating effects of depression and trauma.

From medical screening to on-site monitoring and therapeutic support, your wellbeing guides every aspect of the KAP experience.

Every patient’s healing process is unique. We move at your pace, offering compassionate, warm care, safety, and integrity every step of the way.

Our therapists partner with experienced medical professionals to ensure safe, holistic care.

Our clinicians are trained in approaches such as Somatic Experiencing (SE), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and psychedelic integration.

After any dosing session, we help you process and integrate the experience meaningfully — connecting insights back into your daily life.

Treatment Timeline & Program Length

A Thoughtful Protocol Designed for Lasting Results

For many patients, the recommended protocol follows a proven 8-week structure:

  • 12 total sessions over 8 weeks
  • Weeks 1–4: Two ketamine sessions per week
  • Weeks 5–8: One ketamine session per week
  • Ongoing integration and therapy support throughout

This model is evidence-informed and personalized to each client’s needs—ensuring the right balance of brain-based healing and supportive processing. For detailed pricing and program options, please contact our office.

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy FAQ

What is Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy?

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) combines low, controlled doses of ketamine with psychotherapy. The medicine helps create a state where patients can explore emotions, patterns, and memories with less fear and rigidity, while the therapist provides guidance and integration support.

What is Psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy is a guided, supportive conversation with a trained therapist. It helps you understand your thoughts and emotions, develop healthier patterns, and navigate challenges with more clarity and ease. It’s simply a safe space to talk, reflect, and grow.

How does ketamine work in the brain?

Ketamine increases neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to form new connections. This can help patients break out of stuck patterns related to depression, anxiety, trauma, or chronic stress.

What conditions can KAP help treat?

KAP is often used for treatment-resistant depression, major depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, OCD, trauma, and sometimes chronic pain. It may also support patients feeling “stuck” or disconnected.

Is ketamine safe?

When used in a medical setting with trained professionals, ketamine is considered safe. Side effects are usually temporary and may include mild nausea, dizziness, or fatigue.

What does a KAP session feel like?

Experiences vary—some people feel immediately relieved, relaxed, introspective, or emotionally open; others experience vivid imagery or insights. Throughout the session, your medical and therapeutic team monitors you closely for safety and comfort.

Will I lose control or “trip”?

KAP sessions are not like recreational use. The doses are carefully calibrated to support therapeutic openness, not psychedelic intensity. You remain aware, responsive, and able to communicate.

Who is NOT a good candidate?

Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy may not be recommended for individuals with uncontrolled high blood pressure, certain cardiac conditions, active psychosis, or severe substance misuse. A medical evaluation helps determine safety.

Do I need psychotherapy along with the ketamine?

Yes. Therapy is essential to help you process your experience, work with insights, and create lasting change. The medicine opens a window—therapy helps you walk through it.

How quickly can I expect results?

Some patients feel immediate relief; others notice gradual changes over several sessions. Most report feeling lighter, more connected, and more hopeful.

Is Ketamine legal?

Yes. Ketamine is a legal, FDA-approved medication that has been used safely in medical settings since the 1960s. At Restoration & Wellness, all ketamine is prescribed, administered, and monitored by qualified medical providers in a controlled clinical environment.

Is Ketamine safe?

Ketamine has a long history of safe use in hospitals, surgical settings, and emergency medicine. When administered at controlled doses by trained medical professionals — like in our Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy program — it is considered a safe and well-tolerated treatment for many clients.

How much does Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy cost?

Contact our team to learn more about costs and what to expect—we’re here to guide you through every step. Call 215-718-1072 or email dschools@2restorewellness.com.

TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD LASTING CHANGE

At Restoration & Wellness, we meet you where you are, with warmth, expertise, and integrity. If you are ready to explore an alternative, evidence‑informed path to healing — one that honors both depth and safety — consider reaching out.

Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation. Let’s explore whether Ketamine Assisted Therapy might be a meaningful next step in your healing journey.

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