Creating the Ceremony within Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy

The act of ceremony to aid healing has been with us through the ages. For thousands of years, people in many cultures have intentionally used psychedelics to gain spiritual insights and as a catalyst for mental well-being. Ecstasis, a synonym for ‘non-ordinary state of consciousness’ borrowed from the ancient Greeks, translates to “stepping beyond oneself”.   This experience within ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) aids the therapeutic process by creating flexibility in thinking in order to reevaluate our sense of self, others, and the world. Many believe it is the non-ordinary state, regardless of the medicine facilitating, where healing lies, while others believe it is the psychological flexibility or increase in neural plasticity that creates therapeutic shifts for individuals.  Regardless, when we are able to challenge the beliefs that drive so many of our ego pursuits and unhappiness, we open ourselves to possibilities for new purpose and meaning. Who is this course for?Whethe