OUR PROCESS IS SIMPLE
Ketamine Assisted Therapy in New Jersey
Our process is designed to offer a tailored experience to all clients. We don’t bind you to a fixed number of doses or sessions. Instead, our process adapts to your unique journey, ensuring therapy continues until you see genuine improvement.
Tailoring Our Process to Your Needs
Our process is designed to offer a tailored experience to all clients. We don’t bind you to a fixed number of doses or sessions. Instead, our process adapts to your unique journey, ensuring therapy continues until you see genuine improvement.
The Therapeutic Approach
Instead of a standard 50-minute session with an IV, we use sublingual lozenges to support the gentle onset of effects during ketamine assisted therapy. Our process is unique, using a 1:1 approach ensuring you’re never alone. Our trained psychedelic therapists are with you every step of the way, whether online or in the comfort of your home.
Meet Your KAP Provider
Rebecca Sidoti, LCSW is a trained Ketamine Therapist & the owner of Mind by Design Counseling.
Rebecca is dedicated to creating a therapeutic space that allows for clients to feel comfortable and confident in their treatment decisions. Creativity, authenticity and innovation have led Rebecca & the team at Mind by Design Counseling to participate in extensive training in Ketamine Assisted Therapy, Virtual Reality Therapy and treatment for Anxiety Disorders, OCD, Trauma and Depression.
Our process is designed to offer a tailored experience to all clients. We don’t bind you to a fixed number of doses or sessions. Instead, our process adapts to your unique journey, ensuring therapy continues until you see genuine improvement.
Tailoring Our Process to Your Needs
Our process is designed to offer a tailored experience to all clients. We don't bind you to a fixed number of doses or sessions. Instead, our process adapts to your unique journey, ensuring therapy continues until you see genuine improvement.
Rebecca Sidoti, LCSW is a trained Ketamine Therapist & the owner of Mind by Design Counseling. Rebecca is dedicated to creating a therapeutic space that allows for clients to feel comfortable and confident in their treatment decisions.
The Therapeutic Process
Instead of a standard 50-minute session with an IV, we use sublingual lozenges to support the gentle onset of effects during ketamine assisted therapy. Our trained psychedelic therapists are with you every step of the way.
What Sets Our Process Apart
Unlike ketamine clinics, our process emphasizes the therapeutic component of ketamine assisted therapy by providing 1:1 individual, therapy to our clients.
See How Our Process as Ketamine Therapists Can Help You Heal
Ketamine for Depression & Treatment Resistant Depression
Numerous clinical studies have demonstrated the positive effects of ketamine on treatment-resistant depression (TRD). One notable advantage of ketamine treatment is its ability to provide rapid relief from depressive symptoms. Unlike traditional antidepressants that can take weeks or even months to take effect, ketamine has shown to produce noticeable improvements within hours or days after administration.
Ketamine for PTSD & Trauma
One of the most significant advantages of KAP is its potential to provide rapid relief from PTSD symptoms. Unlike conventional antidepressants, which may take weeks to show effects, ketamine’s benefits can be observed after just a few sessions.
Ketamine can make therapy more effective by breaking down emotional barriers and enabling individuals to access and process traumatic memories that may have been inaccessible or too distressing before. Studies have shown that ketamine may have a remarkable impact on reducing suicidal ideation in individuals with severe depression or PTSD.
Ketamine for Bipolar Disorder
One study investigated the effects of single and double doses of intravenous ketamine on patients with bipolar I and II disorders. The research found significant differences over time in depression and anxiety symptoms in both the single- and double-dose ketamine groups, without significant side effects during the study [1]. However, it is crucial to approach this treatment with caution, as the psychotomimetic effects of ketamine can be complex and may vary among individuals.
Ketamine for OCD & Phobias
Recent research published in 2023 explores pharmacological treatments that could facilitate the extinction of fear-related disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Their study highlights ketamine among other substances as a promising psychopharmacological treatment to aid in the extinction process, which is crucial for recovery in OCD[2] .This research underscores the potential of ketamine in the treatment of OCD, particularly in cases where traditional therapies may not be effective.
Talaei, A., Farid Hoseini, F., Mahdavi, M., Salehi, M., Karimani, A., & Afzaljavan, F. (2023). Iranian Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences, 18(4). Ponomareva, O. Y., Fenster, R. J., & Ressler, K. (2023). Handbook of Experimental Pharmacology.
Common Questions about Our Process
What Are The Potential side effects & safety of ketamine treatment?
While there can be some side effects, they are generally mild and short-lived. These may include dizziness, nausea, or changes in perception during the administration of ketamine. However, serious adverse effects are rare when ketamine is administered by trained professionals who follow established safety protocols. Patient evaluation before treatment helps identify any contraindications or potential risks, further ensuring the safety of individuals undergoing ketamine therapy.
What does Ketamine Assisted Therapy help treat?
Ketamine has shown promise in treating various mental health conditions, including PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias and OCD. As Ketamine therapy providers, we offer this service to help clients break cycles of thinking traps that lead to compulsive behaviors.
Is Ketamine Addictive?
While ketamine has the potential for misuse, when used in a controlled medical setting for therapeutic purposes, the risk of addiction is considered low according to medical researchers. It’s crucial to note that ketamine used for mental health treatment is prescribed by a medical provider and is overseen by both a medical and mental health provider. The risk of addiction or abuse is low when used as prescribed & under the supervision of medical professionals. These professionals closely monitor cients to ensure safe usage and minimize any potential risks.
How Many KAP Sessions will I need?
The number of sessions can vary based on individual needs and the specific protocol followed by the provider. You will see in “Our Process” above that generally 2-3 sessions are held prior to a dosing session, and then integration sessions are held after a dosing session. Depending on your treatment plan, there may be more or less number of sessions
partners in ketamine assisted therapy
Ketamine therapists are are formally trained to understand the biological and psychological influence that Ketamine may have on a client. Training institutions must be reliable, credible and evidenced based to ensure that ketamine therapists are proving safe and effective services. Our Training is provided by the team at Fluence.
Why Clients prefer our process In ketamine assisted therapy
✅ In-Home Or Online Options
✅ Robust Safety Measures
✅ Affordable Options
✅ No Long-Term Commitment
✅ On-going Support
✅ Self-Paced Treatment
✅Personalized Care
FAQ's about our Process of
Ketamine Assisted Therapy
KAP has shown promise for individuals with treatment-resistant depression and certain anxiety disorders. However, its efficacy can vary from person to person.
Ketamine has shown promise in treating various mental health conditions, including PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Phobias and OCD. As Ketamine therapy providers, we offer this service to help clients break cycles of thinking traps that lead to compulsive behaviors.
KAP is a therapeutic approach that combines the use of ketamine with psychotherapy. Our Process of providing ketamine assisted psychotherapy is different from ketamine infusions, which are typically administered without the accompanying psychotherapy. Our partnership with Journey Clinical provides patients with lozenges for self-administering their Ketamine dose prescribed by the Journey Clinical provider.
Ketamine works by blocking NMDA receptors in the brain, which can lead to an increase in the release of certain neurotransmitters. This can result in rapid antidepressant effects
While ketamine has the potential for misuse, when used in a controlled medical setting for therapeutic purposes, the risk of addiction is considered low according to medical researchers
The number of sessions can vary based on individual needs and the specific protocol followed by the provider. You will see in “Our Process” above that generally 2-3 sessions are held prior to a dosing session, and then integration sessions are held after a dosing session. Depending on your treatment plan, there may be more or less number of sessions
It’s recommended to take some time off work after a KAP session to process the experience and ensure safety, especially if any side effects are experienced. Clients are provided with safety measures and consents which stipulate that clients should not drive after a dosing session and should have a trusted person with them to drive if needed.
Certain medical conditions, such as uncontrolled hypertension or a history of psychosis, might be contraindications for KAP. See Our “Safety Measures” page for more information about the precautions that the medical team adheres to, along with other safety measure sin place.
At Mind by Design, we do not require pre-approval to begin the process. We do require a medical clearance through our partnership with Journey Clinical Medical Staff to participate in a ketamine dosing session.
The frequency of KAP sessions would depend on the individual’s response to treatment and the medical provider’s recommendations.
Ketamine is unique in its rapid antidepressant effects and mechanism of action. Other psychedelics, like psilocybin, have different mechanisms and therapeutic potentials.