You’ve done the work. You’ve shown up to therapy, tried the medications, read the books, practiced the breathing exercises. You’ve talked about your trauma, unpacked your childhood, identified your patterns. And still—something remains locked inside, unreachable, immovable.
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy at Life Works Professional Counseling offers access to parts of yourself that traditional approaches may not touch. By combining the therapeutic properties of ketamine with skilled, trauma-informed psychotherapy, KAP creates conditions for the kind of profound healing that happens beneath language—where your brain can finally reorganize around wholeness instead of survival.
KAP isn’t just about taking medicine. It’s an immersive therapeutic experience where ketamine serves as a catalyst for psychological and emotional breakthroughs. During carefully guided sessions in our clinic, the medicine helps quiet your brain’s defensive mechanisms—the ones that normally keep painful material at bay. With those guards temporarily softened, you can access deeper layers of consciousness, process emotions that have been stuck for years, and gain entirely new perspectives on patterns you thought were unchangeable.
This happens in the presence of an experienced clinician who remains with you throughout, holding space, ensuring safety, and helping you navigate whatever emerges. You’re not alone with the medicine—you’re held within a therapeutic container designed specifically for transformation.
This treatment meets people at their edge—when conventional paths have led to dead ends. You might find yourself here if depression has persisted despite trying multiple antidepressants, each one offering little more than side effects and disappointment. Perhaps trauma therapy has helped somewhat, but you still carry a heaviness in your body that talk therapy can’t seem to shift. Maybe you’ve made progress in counseling but hit a plateau, sensing there’s something deeper that needs to move.
KAP also serves people struggling with anxiety that’s ruled their lives for so long they’ve forgotten what calm feels like, or those experiencing emotional numbness—going through the motions of life while feeling fundamentally disconnected from themselves and others. Grief that time hasn’t softened, existential questions that keep you up at night, or a pervasive sense that something essential is missing—these are the territories where KAP often opens unexpected doors.
Not all ketamine treatment is created equal. Some clinics simply administer the medicine and monitor vital signs. We do something fundamentally different—we guide you through a therapeutic journey where ketamine is one tool within a comprehensive healing relationship.
Our clinicians bring specialized training in complex trauma, which means we understand how to create safety for people whose nervous systems have learned that the world is dangerous. We know how to stay present with difficult emotions without rushing to fix or soothe them prematurely. We recognize that healing isn’t linear, that breakthrough sessions can be followed by challenging integration periods, and that real transformation requires patience, skill, and genuine care.
You’ll work with the same therapist throughout your entire KAP journey—preparation, medicine sessions, and integration. This continuity allows for depth that isn’t possible when providers rotate or when medicine administration is separated from therapeutic relationship. We also integrate KAP with other modalities we offer, including EMDR, somatic work, and traditional talk therapy, creating a truly holistic approach tailored to your unique nervous system and story.
Every session follows rigorous safety protocols with full medical oversight, because we take both your physical and psychological safety seriously.
Ketamine has been used safely in medical settings for over fifty years, primarily as an anesthetic. Its use for mental health treatment is considered “off-label,” meaning it’s being used for a purpose beyond its original FDA approval, but this is common medical practice and backed by growing research. Studies continue demonstrating ketamine’s effectiveness for treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and other conditions where traditional treatments fall short.
When administered in a clinical setting by trained professionals, ketamine has a strong safety profile. That said, it’s not appropriate for everyone. We conduct thorough screening beforehand, looking at your medical history, current medications, and any contraindications. During sessions, we monitor you closely. We’ll discuss potential risks, side effects, and what to watch for during your initial consultation, ensuring you can make a fully informed decision about whether this treatment aligns with your needs.
KAP represents a significant commitment—financial, emotional, and time commitment. Session fees reflect the intensive nature of this work, including preparation time, the medicine session itself, clinical oversight, and integration support. Most people begin with a series of four to six ketamine sessions spaced over several weeks, though your treatment plan will be individualized.
While many insurance plans don’t yet cover KAP, we provide detailed documentation that some clients may be able to submit for out-of-network reimbursement or use with FSA/HSA accounts—check with your plan administrator. We’ll discuss transparent pricing during your consultation so you can make an informed choice about this investment in your healing.
NOTE: Some of the services may be covered by your insurance and to contact us for more information.
You’ve carried this weight far enough. If traditional approaches haven’t brought the relief you deserve, if you sense there’s healing available that you haven’t been able to access, it may be time for something different.
Reach out for a consultation. We’ll answer your questions, explore your history together, and help you discern whether Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy is the next right step on your healing path. No pressure, no obligation—just honest conversation about what’s possible.
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