What is Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) combines the therapeutic benefits of ketamine with the support of a licensed therapist to help clients access deeper levels of insight, emotional processing, and healing.
Unlike traditional talk therapy alone, ketamine can temporarily increase neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to form new connections—allowing clients to step outside entrenched patterns of thinking, feeling, and reacting.
For many people, this creates an opportunity to explore difficult experiences with greater openness, flexibility, and self-compassion.
At Solutions Therapy & Mediation, KAP is offered through a partnership between Susan Regan, MFT, and Journey Clinical, a medical practice specializing in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Together, this collaborative model provides both professional therapeutic support and medical oversight throughout the process.
Who Can Benefit From KAP?
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy may be beneficial for individuals experiencing:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- PTSD and trauma-related symptoms
- Chronic stress and burnout
- Grief and loss
- Chronic pain
- Relationship challenges
- Life transitions, including divorce, separation, and identity shifts
- Low self-worth and persistent negative thought patterns
- A desire for deeper self-understanding and emotional growth
Many clients seek KAP after feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve them. Others are looking for a different therapeutic approach that can help them access emotions, insights, and perspectives that may feel difficult to reach through traditional therapy alone. KAP may be particularly helpful for individuals who feel stuck in recurring emotional, relational, or behavioral patterns and are seeking a deeper therapeutic experience.
How Susan's KAP Approach Is Different
While ketamine can open the door to new experiences and perspectives, lasting change happens through the integration of those experiences into everyday life.
Susan’s approach is grounded in the belief that our relationships often reveal the emotional patterns that shape our lives. Through preparation, guided ketamine experiences, and integration work, clients gain greater awareness of how they relate to themselves, their emotions, and the people around them.
Rather than focusing solely on symptom relief, the work often explores deeper questions:
Why do I keep repeating this pattern?
What is underneath this emotional reaction?
How can I create healthier relationships with myself and others?
What needs healing so I can move forward differently?
These moments of awareness can become powerful catalysts for lasting change.
How the Journey Clinical Partnership Works
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy is delivered through a collaborative partnership between Susan Regan, MFT, and Journey Clinical. This model combines medical oversight with therapeutic support to provide a safe, comprehensive, and personalized treatment experience.
Journey Clinical Provides:
- Medical evaluation and eligibility assessment
- Ketamine prescription when appropriate
- Medication management
- Ongoing medical monitoring
Susan Provides:
- Clinical assessment and treatment planning
- Preparation sessions
- Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy sessions
- Integration sessions
- Ongoing therapy and support
- Couples ketamine-assisted psychotherapy
The KAP Process
1. Initial Consultation & Assessment
- All clients begin with an intake and assessment process to determine whether KAP is an appropriate fit.
- Fee: $250
- 50-minute assessment session plus additional time for education, questions, treatment planning, and coordination with Journey Clinical.
2. Preparation Sessions
- Preparation helps clients understand the process, clarify intentions, discuss expectations, and establish a foundation of safety before beginning ketamine-assisted work.
3. Ketamine-Assisted Sessions
Psycholytic Ketamine Therapy
- 2-Hour Session | $400
- Lower-dose ketamine sessions that allow clients to remain engaged in therapeutic dialogue while accessing greater emotional openness and flexibility.
Ketamine-Assisted Journey Session
- 3-Hour Session | $600
- A deeper ketamine experience designed to support profound insight, emotional processing, and personal transformation.
4. Integration Sessions
- 50 Minutes | $250
- Integration is one of the most important parts of the KAP process. These sessions help transform insights into meaningful and sustainable change.
Services & Fees
Individual Services
Initial Assessment & Consultation
Required First Step
$250
Comprehensive assessment, education, treatment planning, and coordination with the medical team at Journey Clinical.
Individual Psycholytic Session
2-Hour Session
$400
A lower-dose ketamine-assisted session that supports emotional processing, insight, and therapeutic exploration.
Ketamine-Assisted Journey Session
3-Hour Session
$600
A deeper ketamine experience that supports insight, emotional healing, and lasting personal transformation.
Integration
Session
50-Minute Session
$250
Transform insights into meaningful change through guided reflection, integration, and ongoing growth.
Ongoing
Individual Therapy
Short-Term or Long-Term Support
$225/hr
Continued therapeutic support for personal growth, relationship challenges, and integration work.
Individual Psycholytic Support Session
2-Hour Session
$200
Additional support between ketamine-assisted experiences to process insights and deepen integration.
Monthly Individual Psycholytic Package
Ongoing Monthly Support
$650/month
Includes:
✓ One 2-hour psycholytic session ($400)
✓ One integration session ($250)
Additional integration sessions are available for $250 per session.
Couples Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Relationships often reveal the patterns, wounds, and emotional dynamics that shape our lives. Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for couples can create new opportunities for understanding, healing, and connection by helping partners move beyond entrenched patterns and engage with one another from a place of greater openness and insight.
Couples Assessment Process
Three Assessment Sessions Recommended
$250 per person, per session
Explore relationship dynamics, strengths, challenges, and goals through a structured assessment process. Together, we'll explore relationship dynamics and determine whether ketamine-assisted psychotherapy may support your goals. Recommendations and treatment planning will be developed through the assessment process.
Couples Integration Session
50-Minute Session
$250
Designed to help partners process insights gained through ketamine-assisted work, strengthen communication, deepen emotional understanding, and support lasting positive change within the relationship.
Group Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Healing often happens in connection with others. Group psycholytic ketamine therapy creates a supportive environment where participants can explore emotional patterns, gain deeper self-understanding, and experience meaningful personal growth. Through therapist-guided ketamine-assisted work, group members benefit from both individual insight and the shared wisdom that emerges through community.
Please note: Group services are offered in a psycholytic format only. Ketamine-assisted journey sessions are available in an individual format.
Psycholytic Therapy Group
2-Hour Group Session
$250
A therapist-guided psycholytic ketamine experience conducted in a small group setting. Participants remain engaged throughout the session while exploring emotions, patterns, and insights within a supportive therapeutic environment.
Minimum of 4 participants. Group size is limited based on availability.
Additional Group Integration Session
50-Minute Session
$250
Additional support for processing insights, deepening understanding, and translating therapeutic discoveries into meaningful change in daily life.
Monthly Group Psycholytic Package
Ongoing Group Participation
$125 per group session
Designed for clients participating in ongoing psycholytic group work. Consistent participation supports continued self-awareness, emotional growth, and deeper integration over time.
Additional integration sessions are available for $250 per session.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy safe?
Ketamine has been used safely in medical settings for decades. Through Susan’s partnership with Journey Clinical, all clients receive a comprehensive medical evaluation and ongoing oversight from licensed medical professionals to ensure treatment is appropriate and safely administered.
What is the difference between psycholytic and psychedelic ketamine therapy?
Psycholytic ketamine therapy utilizes lower doses of ketamine while maintaining a greater ability to engage in conversation and therapeutic exploration throughout the session. These sessions may be offered in either an individual or group setting.
Ketamine-assisted journey sessions involve higher doses that may create a more immersive experience, often leading to deeper insight, emotional processing, and expanded perspectives. Journey sessions are offered individually and include integration support to help clients apply insights to daily life.
Is ketamine included in the session fee?
No. Medical services, psychiatric evaluation, and ketamine prescriptions are provided separately through Journey Clinical. Therapy, preparation, and integration services with Susan Regan, MFT are billed independently.
Who prescribes the ketamine?
Ketamine is prescribed and medically managed by licensed medical professionals through Journey Clinical. Susan partners with Journey Clinical to provide the psychotherapy component of Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP).
How does Journey Clinical fit into the process?
Journey Clinical provides medical screening, eligibility assessment, prescribing, and ongoing medical oversight. Susan provides preparation sessions, therapeutic support during ketamine-assisted sessions, integration sessions, and ongoing psychotherapy. This collaborative approach combines medical expertise with therapeutic guidance.
Can I participate if I already have a therapist?
In many cases, yes. Some clients continue working with their existing therapist while participating in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with Susan. Coordination of care can be discussed during the assessment process.
Is KAP covered by insurance?
Coverage varies depending on your insurance plan and the services provided. Medical services through Journey Clinical and psychotherapy services with Susan may have different coverage considerations. We recommend contacting your insurance provider directly regarding benefits and reimbursement options.
How many sessions will I need?
The number of sessions varies based on your goals, history, and response to treatment. Some clients benefit from a focused short-term process, while others choose ongoing ketamine-assisted work combined with psychotherapy and integration support.
Can I schedule additional psycholytic support sessions between ketamine-assisted experiences?
Yes. Clients may schedule up to two Individual Psycholytic Support Sessions between larger ketamine-assisted experiences when additional reflection, integration, or therapeutic support would be beneficial. These sessions help clients continue processing insights and maintain momentum between ketamine-assisted therapy experiences.
What happens during integration?
Integration sessions help clients make sense of their ketamine experience and apply insights to everyday life. Together, you will explore emotions, patterns, relationships, and personal discoveries that emerged during the session, helping transform insight into meaningful and lasting change.
Can I participate in group psycholytic therapy if I've never done ketamine-assisted therapy before?
Yes. All participants complete an assessment process to determine whether group psycholytic therapy is an appropriate fit. Preparation and support are provided to help ensure participants feel informed, comfortable, and ready for the experience.
What is the benefit of group psycholytic therapy?
Group psycholytic therapy combines the benefits of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with the support of a therapeutic group environment. Many participants find that hearing others’ experiences, sharing insights, and feeling less alone in their struggles can deepen self-awareness, connection, and personal growth.
Are group psychedelic journey sessions available?
No. Susan currently offers group psycholytic ketamine therapy only. Higher-dose ketamine-assisted journey sessions are offered in an individual format to provide personalized therapeutic support and integration.
Curious if KAP is Right for You?
Healing begins with a conversation.Schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to learn more about Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and whether this approach may be a good fit for your goals.
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Resources
Explore these educational resources to learn more about Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), including introductory videos, preparation guidance, what to expect during the process, and important client documents. Whether you’re considering KAP for the first time or preparing for an upcoming session, these resources can help you feel informed, supported, and confident in your journey.
Introduction to Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Introductory Videos
Learn about the foundations of Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, the differences between psycholytic and ketamine-assisted journey work, and how this approach can support healing, insight, and personal growth.
What to Expect & How to Prepare
Deep Dive Resources
Preparation is an important part of the KAP process. These videos provide guidance on preparing for your session, understanding the therapeutic experience, and making the most of integration afterward.
Informed Consent & Client Resources
Important Forms & Resources
Review the informed consent documents and educational materials associated with ketamine-assisted psychotherapy services. These resources help clients understand the process, expectations, benefits, and potential risks before participating.
- 📄 Informed Consent for Individual Psycholytic Therapy
- 📄 Informed Consent for Individual Psychedelic Therapy
- 📄 Informed Consent for Psychedelic Booster Group
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