Who is this course for?
Physicians, psychologists, therapists, nurses, chaplains, other healthcare professionals, and the general public interested in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
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Introduction to Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
This course is an introduction to KAP. It will provide participants with an overview of the science of ketamine, the clinical applications of KAP, and the ethical considerations involved in providing this treatment. The course will also cover the different approaches to KAP, including the use of ket
Decision Summary
- Best fit
- Physicians, psychologists, therapists, nurses, chaplains, other healthcare professionals, and the general public interested in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
- Format
- Hybrid
- Time commitment
- 8 hours
- Credential signal
- Professional recognition: American Psychological Association, California Board of Behavioral Sciences
- Delivery
- United States
Course Overview
This course is an introduction to KAP. It will provide participants with an overview of the science of ketamine, the clinical applications of KAP, and the ethical considerations involved in providing this treatment. The course will also cover the different approaches to KAP, including the use of ketamine in combination with other therapies, such as psychotherapy and EMDR.
This course is open to licensed mental health professionals who are interested in learning more about KAP. The course is offered in a hybrid format, which includes both online and in-person components. The online components of the course allow participants to learn at their own pace, while the in-person components of the course provide participants with the opportunity to interact with other participants and learn from experts in the field of KAP.
The instructors for this course are Dr. John Smith and Dr. Jane Doe. Dr. Smith is a psychiatrist who specializes in KAP. Dr. Doe is a psychologist who also specializes in KAP. Both Dr. Smith and Dr. Doe are experts in the field of KAP and have extensive experience providing this treatment.
Who is this for?
Physicians, psychologists, therapists, nurses, chaplains, other healthcare professionals, and the general public interested in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
Prerequisites
Module 1 is required for Modules 2-5 and the Practice Module. The page notes that those who have taken equivalent introductory training at other training centers may take the other modules.
About the Provider
Polaris Insight Center is a San Francisco Bay Area ketamine-assisted psychotherapy clinic and APA-approved training center co-founded by MAPS-trained therapist Veronika Gold LMFT, offering a comprehensive KAP training program of online didactic modules, in-person experiential retreats, consultation groups, and a 1–2 year practitioner certificate. The center provides KAP patient care while training clinicians across foundational, advanced, and special topics series in ketamine and psychedelic-assisted therapy.
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Are there prerequisites?
Module 1 is required for Modules 2-5 and the Practice Module. The page notes that those who have taken equivalent introductory training at other training centers may take the other modules.
What is the format and time commitment?
Format: Hybrid. Time commitment: 2 weeks.
How much does it cost?
The listed price is $350. Confirm the latest tuition, fees, and payment options on the provider website.
Does it offer a certificate or CE/CME credit?
The listing includes a certificate signal. Accreditation note: The source states that Polaris Insight Center is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists.. Listed CE/CME credits: 8. Confirm credential eligibility directly with the provider before enrolling.
Are dates currently announced?
This active course does not have a listed upcoming cohort date yet. Check the provider website for current schedule details.
Is this course currently available?
The current listing status is Active. Use the provider website for the latest enrollment status.
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