Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) offers a therapy-centered approach to working with depression by combining ketamine with intentional psychotherapy. Rather than focusing on symptom relief alone, this approach supports emotional processing, nervous system flexibility, and insight—especially in moments of numbness, shutdown, or hopelessness. Preparation and integration sessions help create safety and meaning, while dosing sessions allow new perspectives and internal experiences to emerge within a supportive therapeutic container.
Learn more about our overall approach to ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP).
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Depression in Lakewood, CO
“Every man has his secret sorrows which the world knows not; and often times we call a man cold when he is only sad.”
― Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Depression is a normal way of our bodies attempting to cope with difficult and painful feelings. Painful feelings create such discomfort that our bodies naturally want to move away from them. Very often the answer becomes to push them aside or far down inside of ourselves so the discomfort becomes tolerable. However, this natural and normal tendency pushes down so much more than those painful feelings and creates an environment where depression and numbness can settle in.
The beauty of our bodies to protect us through ‘removing’ those painful and difficult feelings is remarkable. What is more remarkable is the ability for our body to move through and process those painful and difficult feelings to allow healing. This process, however, can feel frustrating, scary, and daunting. Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for depression is a powerful tool that allows this process to become more fluid. Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for depression provides space for painful and difficult emotions to surface safely, allowing them to be explored, processed, and integrated with therapeutic support.
Depression often involves a sense of heaviness, emotional numbness, or disconnection from oneself and others. Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy offers a way to gently reconnect with these inner experiences while remaining supported and grounded.
How Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Supports Depression
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for depression creates space to gently explore what lies beneath symptoms such as numbness, low mood, and emotional withdrawal. Ketamine can increase neuroplasticity—the brain’s capacity for change—making it easier to access insight and emotional material that may feel unreachable in traditional therapy alone.
While ketamine on its own may offer temporary relief, its effects are more meaningful and sustained when paired with psychotherapy. Preparation and integration sessions support emotional safety, help organize insight, and allow new awareness to be translated into daily life, relationships, and self-understanding.
Many clients find that dedicated preparation and integration sessions provide essential support when working with depression as part of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Depression in the Denver Area
Intima Couples and Sex Therapy is dedicated to the affordability and accessibility of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for depression. There are several models of psychotherapy with different price points to meet a variety of needs and budgets. Learn more about our pricing models and options.
In-person visits are offered at our convenient location in Lakewood, CO, which provides services to the Denver metro area and surrounding cities. Not in the area or are unable to come in person? We have convenient virtual visits to accommodate you wherever you are located in the state of Colorado.
Get Started with Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Depression in Lakewood, CO
Appointments are available now and easy to request through the request button at the top of the page, the submission form, or by email and phone. Contact us today to schedule your first entire 50-minute $49 session!
We offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for depression to Lakewood, Golden, Morrison, Littleton and the greater Denver area from our office in South Lakewood, CO.
Three Ways to Access Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Depression Dosing Sessions
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In Person (Lakewood, CO)
Where a supportive, intentional environment is provided for your individualized ketamine-assisted psychotherapy dosing session. Sessions are 2-4 hours rate is $150/hour.
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Virtual
Where you create the environment in the comfort of your home and I provide the space to guide your ketamine treatment dosing journey. Sessions are 2-3 hours rate is $150/hour.
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Self Guided
Where you create the environment and the space for your ketamine therapy dosing journey. You’ll check in with me before and after your ketamine treatment journey via quick text. The flat rate is $50 (texts must be sent within a 2-hour timeframe).
FAQ – Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy for Depression (Online & In Person in Colorado)
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Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for depression is a powerful, research-backed option for those struggling with treatment-resistant depression. We offer both online and in-person ketamine-assisted psychotherapy to clients in Lakewood, Denver Metro, and across Colorado.
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If you’ve tried medications or traditional psychotherapy without significant improvement, you may benefit from ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. It’s especially helpful for individuals with major depressive disorder, persistent sadness, or emotional numbness.
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Ketamine works by affecting the brain’s glutamate system, helping to rewire negative thought patterns and promote neuroplasticity. It can provide rapid relief from depression symptoms, often after just a few sessions.
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Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is generally considered safe when provided within an appropriate clinical framework. Ketamine dosing is coordinated with qualified medical providers, while licensed therapists support preparation, emotional safety, and integration throughout the therapeutic process. Both in-person and virtual options are structured to prioritize client safety, informed consent, and individualized care.
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Sessions include preparation, ketamine dosing (either in person or remotely), and post-session integration psychotherapy. You’ll have a calm, supportive environment with a therapist present to help you feel safe and grounded.
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Most clients begin with a 6-session protocol that includes preparation, dosing, and integration. We customize your treatment plan based on your symptoms, needs, and goals.
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Yes! We offer in-person sessions at our Lakewood office and fully virtual ketamine-assisted psychotherapy across Colorado. This includes preparation, dosing, and integration—all tailored to your comfort and accessibility.