Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
Psychedelic assisted therapy is a novel way to heal anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and other mental health conditions
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy (PAT), also known as Psychedelic Therapy, is becoming popular, and we now offer it in San Diego. It is an effective treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD and other mental health disorders.
Ketamine-assisted therapy (KAP) is a version PAT that uses ketamine as the psychedelic agent. KAP can produce great results with used as mental health treatment, especially with depression, anxiety and PTSD.
Many people have questions about using psychedelics for therapy. Is psychedelic therapy safe? How does psychedelic therapy work? What psychedelics are legal for therapy? Is psilocybin therapy better than ketamine assisted psychotherapy?
We are here to answer some of these questions. Discover everything you need to know about psychedelic-assisted therapy to see if it might be a good treatment option to treat your depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues.
Are you interested in psychedelic therapy options for mental health in San Diego?
David Feifel MD PhD, founder of Kadima, is a trailblazer in psychedelic therapy. In 2008, he launched America’s first ketamine treatment program for mental health. His groundbreaking research on psychedelic therapies (such as Psilocybin, LSD, 5-MeO-DMT) forms the foundation of Kadima’s innovative approach to mental health treatment.
WHAT is PSYCHEDELIC ASSISTED THERAPY?
Many San Diego residents are familiar with traditional forms of talk therapy. However, psychedelic therapy and integration is becoming an increasingly popular treatment option. Psychedelic-assisted therapy uses psychoactive substances (like ketamine, psilocybin, 5-Meo-DMT, LSD, and others) to change cognitive processes, perceptions, and attitudes.
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy at Kadima!
The psychedelic substances are carefully and professionally administered to help patients reach specific therapeutic goals. An approved treatment is Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) which is what we offer at Kadima.
Psychedelic therapy is often recommended for patients who are not responding to traditional forms of therapy or feel as though they have hit a roadblock in their therapeutic journey. Psychedelic-assisted therapy is especially targeted to help individuals who are dealing with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), eating disorders, substance abuse, and additional mental health issues.
Benefits of Psychedelic assisted therapy
Psychedelic-assisted therapy can yield significant benefits for individuals, particularly those grappling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. While concerns about encountering ‘bad trips’ may arise, the consumption of psychoactive substances in a safe and therapeutic environment is often a crucial step in many individuals’ mental health healing journeys. The therapeutic potential of psychedelic integration is increasingly recognized within medical circles, leading to a destigmatization of psychedelic substances for therapeutic purposes.
When used in a safe environment and at responsible dosages, psychedelics can facilitate access to the subconscious and foster healing from mental illness at a deeper level than traditional therapy alone. Many individuals seek Psychedelic-assisted therapy to delve deeper into the roots of their mental issues, gaining insight and liberating their minds from limiting thoughts and beliefs.
Fast acting relief
High rates of success
Safe therapeutic setting
What Is Psychedelic Integration?
Psychedelic integration involves the assimilation, understanding, and incorporation of insights, emotions, perceptions and thoughts experienced during psychedelic journeys into one’s daily life. This process entails reflecting on and comprehending the psychedelic experience in a therapeutic setting.
Psychedelic integration is an essential step in psychedelic-assisted therapy. Integration typically includes discussing and processing the thoughts, emotions, and insights that emerged during the psychedelic session with a trained therapist. At Kadima, we provide access to a diverse team of licensed and highly trained therapists, allowing you to select the professional who best suits your needs.
The goal of psychedelic integration is to assist individuals in integrating the lessons learned and insights gained from the psychedelic experience into their lives, fostering personal growth, healing, and transformation.
Interested in Psilocybin, LSD, 5-Meo DMT, or MDMA therapy?
Most psychedelics are not yet approved by the US government. The only legal way to use them is to be a participant in clinical trials.
Kadima is now enrolling for psychedelic clinical trials.
How Does Psychedelic Assisted Therapy Work?
Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy at Kadima starts with a consultation with Dr. David Feifel, a renowned neuropsychiatrist and our founder. During this one-on-one session, a personalized treatment plan will be crafted to meet your specific needs. Following this, you will have the opportunity to choose from our diverse team of psychedelic therapists. Once you’ve selected your therapist, you will undergo a preparation session before your first psychedelic therapy experience. Subsequently, you’ll embark on the psychedelic journey, with following sessions structured to facilitate integration and follow-up therapy. The number of integration sessions required for full incorporation, as well as subsequent experiences, will be tailored to your individual progress and needs.
People react differently to psychedelic substances, making psychedelic-assisted therapy experiences vary from one person to another. However, psychedelic-assisted therapy must be performed in a safe and professional environment to facilitate maximum results. At Kadima, we place great emphasis on creating the optimal set and setting for individuals before and during their psychedelic experience.
How Does it Help Depression?
Psychedelic-assisted therapy can be considered an alternative approach to treating mental health conditions, such as depression, that have become resistant to traditional treatments.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy allows people to disconnect from their current way of thinking to explore an alternative state of consciousness where healing can take place. The psychedelic integration process aims to help people confront the rigid and limiting beliefs that are holding them back in life and preventing further healing from occurring.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most commonly asked questions
Many people in San Diego are curious about psychedelic-assisted therapy and the substances used.
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is the only legal form of psychedelic-assisted therapy at the moment. Ketamine can provide emotional and mental health benefits when used in therapy, offering significant advantages for people with depression and other mental health issues.
Currently, the hallucinogenic compound psilocybin, often referred to as magic mushrooms, is not yet legal in the US. However, Kadima is enrolling participants in studies exploring its potential therapeutic benefits.
In addition to ketamine and psilocybin, other compounds such as 5-MeO-DMT, LSD, and MDMA are being studied for their therapeutic potential.
When introducing psychedelic substances like ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, it’s crucial to find a trusted professional to monitor and guide the therapy. At Kadima Neuropsychiatry, only professional and experienced therapists with appropriate education conduct psychedelic-assisted therapy, ensuring the safest and most beneficial patient experiences.
Before undergoing psychedelic-assisted therapy, patients are evaluated to determine their suitability. This process includes a consultation and review of medical history to ensure that the proposed therapy is the best treatment course for the individual.
At Kadima Neuropsychiatry, we aim to provide treatment options for patients who feel they have hit a roadblock with traditional therapies. For over a decade, we have been delivering revolutionary and effective treatments to San Diego residents for neuropsychiatric conditions. Our team fully leverages the evolution in medicine to help our patients uncover and address what holds them back, empowering them to live life to their fullest potential.
Kadima Neuropsychiatry represents our response to the limitations of traditional treatments. All of our treatments are administered by highly-qualified, experienced, and compassionate physicians, ensuring a safe and productive healing experience for our patients.
Unfortunately, insurance companies do not currently cover Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy or Ketamine-Assisted Therapy.
Psychedelic-assisted therapy is a relatively safe treatment when administered correctly and supervised by professionals. Currently, the only legal method in the US is ketamine-assisted therapy, approved for mental health treatments.
At Kadima Neuropsychiatry, we offer ketamine-assisted therapy and provide integration with empathetic and skilled therapists.
The cost of Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (PAT) can vary depending on the therapist’s rates, whether they accept insurance, and the specifics of the treatment plan. At Kadima, we have over eight therapists, each with varying rates and differing insurance acceptance due to the limited coverage for Psychedelic Assisted Therapy (PAT). For an accurate cost tailored to your situation and choice of therapist, and to determine if your insurance may cover any part of the treatment, it is best to call us directly for a personalized evaluation.
Currently, in California, only ketamine is legal for mental health treatment, known as Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy. We are currently investigating psilocybin therapy in clinical trials and anticipate potential FDA approval around 2026. Additionally, we are exploring 5-MeO-DMT as another form of psychedelic therapy.
When these substances are approved, Kadima will be among the first providers in the country to offer them.
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