Do you tend to be stubborn? Try to control the outcome? Resist change?
It’s natural to have these tendencies; many of us grew up in a work-hard, push-hard, never-give-up culture. And, while that mindset can help you chase your goals, it can also trick you into believing you must control everything, even things beyond your control.
Excessive worrying often creates the illusion of control, when in reality, it only leads to more anxiety.
Loosening the grip and letting go—allowing life to unfold—is the key to living at ease. The same mindset is one of the most important things you can bring into your ketamine therapy experience.
The Role of Surrendering in Therapy
Many people head into their first ketamine therapy session scared or nervous of the side effects, worried about “losing control,” or scared they might face some difficult memories or emotions.
Trust that you are safe, supported, and in good hands.
Ketamine has been used in medicine since the 1960s. It is a well-research treatment used worldwide and FDA-approved for various medicinal purposes. Your treatment is monitored by trained medical professionals who prioritize your well-being. So, all you need to do is sit back, relax, and drift into your experience.
The Ketamine Therapy Process
Initial Consultation
This is where you will meet with one of our medical professionals to review your medical history, mental health background, and current symptoms. We will assess if you are a good candidate for ketamine therapy and what your treatment plan will look like.
The Infusion Session
This is when you will return to the clinic for your session. The medicine is delivered through either an intramuscular or IV injection. Most patients begin to feel the effects within the first few minutes, as it goes directly into the bloodstream. The session usually lasts about 60 to 90 minutes.
During the ketamine infusion, you can listen to music, meditate, or choose to sit back in silence. Whatever helps you feel relaxed.
How to Let Go During Ketamine Therapy
Visualization and intention enhance the ketamine therapy experience. It often helps to imagine yourself flowing with the experience. Imagine floating down a river, letting your boat take you where it needs to go as you sit back and watch what arises. Don’t resist what pops up during your session; instead, sit with it and let it pass through.
For many people struggling with anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma, ketamine can help them face uncomfortable emotions or memories that have been avoided. These moments are opportunities to let go of what has been weighing you down, so you can break through.
Setting an intention for your session can look a lot like asking the right questions, like “where am I emotionally right now?” or “what have I been resisting?”
Make goals and affirmations like “I will sit with the uncomfortable,” “I will allow myself to feel whatever pops up,” “I trust the process,” and “I will let go.”
The purpose of this therapy is not to fix or solve your depression or anxiety, but rather to create a new perspective and loosen the grip.
After the Infusion
You can expect to feel the antidepressant effects within an hour. The effects will last several weeks, but it can vary by person. It all depends on your body chemistry, mental health, and what other treatments are incorporated into your plan. Consistency can elongate the benefits.
Ketamine metabolizes quickly in your body, so you can expect to notice that the treatment has moved out of your system by the end of the day. We recommend that someone drive you home after your ketamine session.
What you do after your ketamine therapy matters. Psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy, can help you understand, integrate, and apply the insights of your ketamine session. Many patients find that psychotherapy deepens and accelerates their emotional healing.
Remember, staying consistent is key to healing, whether it’s keeping up with your treatment plan or integrating new habits into your daily routine. The more you reinforce your brain with a positive mindset, the more naturally healing begins to take place.
Contact Us Today
If you are ready for healing through surrender in ketamine therapy, reach out to our team today. Our team is here to help you get the most out of your ketamine treatments so you can find a happier version of you.