Do I Still Need Therapy if I’m Doing Ketamine

Ketamine opens a window. Therapy helps you walk through it.

You don’t need to be in therapy to benefit from ketamine, but many people find that combining the two creates deeper, more lasting healing. That’s because ketamine can stir up buried memories, strong emotions, or new insights—and having a skilled guide to help you make sense of them can be incredibly grounding.

Some people choose to see their regular therapist during ketamine treatment. Others work with an integration specialist—someone who helps bridge the gap between the psychedelic experience and your daily life.

Even a few check-in sessions after a ketamine series can help clarify:

  • What you felt or learned

  • What changes you want to make

  • How to anchor those changes into your routine

If you’re already in therapy, ketamine can accelerate your growth. If you’re not, it may be worth exploring short-term support—especially if difficult emotions arise or you’re feeling unsure how to move forward.

 

The medicine does powerful work. Therapy helps carry it into real, sustainable life changes.

 

Heathrow Integrative Psychiatry

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