ADVANCED KETAMINE TRAINING RETREAT
PSYK-ed is a team of dedicated professionals who strongly believe that ketamine is an incredibly effective tool to learn the fundamentals of practicing psychedelic medicine. We invite you to join our experienced family of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) providers and discover the transformative potential of this powerful modality. At PSYK-ed, we understand that a comprehensive education in psychedelic therapy is crucial to becoming a successful practitioner. That’s why we have developed our Psychedelic Enhanced Psychotherapy (PEP) training program, which includes practical skills, clinical research, and supported ketamine experiences. Our program is designed to inform and empower you in this emerging field, so you can confidently and competently provide the highest quality care to your clients. By joining our PEP training program, you will gain access to a supportive community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about the potential of psychedelic therapy. Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process of using ketamine as a jumping-off point to explore the transformative potential of this powerful modality. We believe that ketamine is an invaluable tool for anyone interested in the field of psychedelic therapy. Its unique properties make it an ideal starting point for those who want to learn about the therapeutic potential of psychedelics, as it can provide a safe and controlled introduction to altered states of consciousness. At PSYK-ed, we are committed to helping you become the best practitioner you can be. Our PEP training program will provide you with the knowledge, skills, and experience you need to succeed in this exciting and rapidly evolving field. Join us today and discover the limitless potential of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
- Physician and Psychiatrist - MDS, DOs
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologist—PhD
- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor –LPCC
- Marriage and Family Therapist–LMFT
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Registered Nurse– RN
- Nurse Practitioner—FNP, NP
- Naturopathic Doctor– ND
- Ordained Clergy and Commissioned Chaplains
Our comprehensive program offers an immersive experience that starts with an informative introductory session on Zoom led by the renowned Dr. Phil Wolfson. During this session, participants will gain valuable insights into the latest industry trends and techniques, as well as learn more about the key principles and practices that underpin our program. Following this session, practitioners from around the world will have the opportunity to connect and collaborate through our weekly community calls on Zoom. These calls provide an invaluable platform for exchanging ideas, sharing experiences, and learning from one another, as well as providing ongoing support and guidance throughout the program. With our program, you can be confident in the knowledge that you are receiving the very best training and support available, and that you will be part of an active and engaged community of like-minded professionals working to advance their skills and knowledge in this exciting and dynamic field.
The PSYK-ed training program has been designed to incorporate an experiential component that is integral to the overall process. While PSYK-ed firmly believes that all participants who have successfully passed the screening requirements are capable of engaging in this type of work, it is important to note that neither PSYK-ed nor KTC assume any liability for any claims that may arise from any participant’s involvement in the workshop. The PSYK-ed training program is solely open to licensed and experienced practitioners who possess some degree of familiarity with and are able to consider the potential risks and side effects associated with medications and guiding individuals in non-ordinary states. However, on certain occasions, we do accept individuals without licensure who demonstrate interest and experience that would make this training valuable to both us and them. It is essential to note that if you are a medical, psychological or palliative care professional who is unable to identify and assess the personal risk involved with this training due to a lack of knowledge, experience, and skill set, then this training may not be suitable for you. We are exclusively seeking individuals who attend this training of their own free will and volition, with a comprehensive understanding of the potential risks involved, and who are willing to bear all associated risks to participate in the training retreat. Finally, we would like to emphasize that ketamine, the medicine used during the training, is widely considered to be very safe. Nonetheless, we believe it is crucial for all participants to be aware of the risks involved and to take responsibility for their own well-being throughout the training program.
The training that is being offered is designed to provide participants with an extensive range of skills, knowledge, and expertise that will enable them to create the perfect set and setting for KAP.
By attending this program, participants will have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the therapeutic modalities and tools that are essential for guiding patients who are in non-ordinary states of consciousness.
Moreover, the program will teach a collaborative model that leverages the core competencies of various healing disciplines to maximize the therapeutic and personal developmental benefits of this approach. This means that participants will learn how to effectively work in teams that may combine medical, psychological, and pastoral practitioners to provide the patient with the best possible medical and psychological care and understanding.
What’s more, team formation will be facilitated by KTC based on the settings and therapeutic objectives of participants.
This will ensure that each team is tailored to meet the specific needs of the patients they are working with, and that they are equipped with the necessary skills and tools to achieve the best possible outcomes.
With this training, participants will be able to create a supportive and nurturing environment for their patients, and help them achieve a greater sense of well-being and personal growth.
- The intake and evaluation of patients’ suitability for KAP.
- Patient preparation for treatment.
- Practice management issues (legal, insurance, safety).
- Facilitation skills unique to KAP—nest building; formulation and planning; ketamine recommendations, induction; meditation; guidance; suggestion, stimulation and pendulation; parts work; working with PTSD and ongoing trauma; working with life threatening illnesses and their personal and systemic trauma; recovery; integration; continuation; ongoing communication; maintenance; termination;, concomitant medication; collaboration with outside practitioners and much more.
- The unique aspects of ketamine as a medicine for deep psychotherapy
- Managing adverse effects–both during and after sessions
- Handing the interface of the medical, psychotherapeutic, and spiritual aspects as they surface over the course of therapy.
- Recommended post-treatment services.
- Facilitating continued exploration, growth and development.
DIRECT EXPERIENCE OF FACILITATED KETAMINE THERAPY
- PSYK-ed believes that experiential learning is an essential part of KAP training to ensure that those who will deliver this service have had personal experience with this medicine in the context of a collaborative therapeutic practice. Since KAP fosters a unique non-ordinary mind state that is generative of therapeutic change and development, it is imperative to have had real time experience with ketamine–under similar conditions as those offered to patients. This teaches the nature and power of the ketamine experience enabling a skillful, aware, compassionate and empathetic understanding of patients’ experiences. All participants will be expected to participate in this experiential learning.
- Workshop participants will have the experience of intramuscular injection (IM). In an ascending order of intensity and appropriately administered based on assessment of effect for each individual. Participants will be guided and cared for–providing real time experience in the administration of ketamine, with facilitation of skills during dyadic sessions, as well as post session work to foster integration of the experiences.
- Each KAP team will determine the role and responsibilities of its members, with licensed medical practitioners always responsible for prescription and delivery of the medication itself under Schedule 3 practice guidelines. Each team will make use of its unique professional resources to determine the protocols that will work best for its collaborative efforts. All KTC graduates will have had a direct experience of the arc of treatment, from diagnosis and administration of the medicine through the processing and integration of the experiences.
PSYK-ed was hosted in Israel as the first destination in our series of locations for an unforgettable and transformative spiritual experience while pursuing KAP certification. Israel is a country that is steeped in spirituality, and we believe it is the perfect place for our program participants to embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. As a company that is dedicated to exploring the latest advancements in therapy and psychiatry, we are excited to incorporate the use of entheogens into our program. This emerging practice has shown great promise in the treatment of mental health issues and in promoting overall well-being. At PSYK-ed, we believe that everyone deserves to have some fun, regardless of their age. That’s why we invite you to join us for our intensive 5-day experiential training program in Israel. You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the historic beauty of the land of milk and honey, while also gaining valuable knowledge and skills that will help you in your personal and professional life. We are proud to say that our inaugural event in 2023 was a resounding success, and we have since partnered with Centered in Connecticut, USA to deliver our program to Yale University psychiatrists and therapists. This exciting collaboration will allow us to reach even more professionals in the field and help them to better serve their patients and clients. So why wait? Sign up now to join us on this incredible journey of self-discovery and growth. We can’t wait to see you in Israel!