Ketamine-Assisted psychotherapy (KAP) combines the medical use of ketamine with structured psychotherapeutic support to help create rapid, meaningful shifts in how the mind and body process depression, anxiety, trauma, and stuck patterns. Unlike traditional talk therapy alone, ketamine can temporarily loosen rigid thought patterns and defenses, opening a window where deep insight, emotional release, and lasting change become more accessible.

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I offer a multi-phase approach, tailored to what each client needs:

• Preparation sessions to help you set intentions and feel resourced going in

• Psycholytic (lower) doses: supporting insight-oriented, talk-based processing during the entirety of the journey

• Psychedelic (higher) doses: supporting deeper, more immersive experiences with verbal processing during the "coming down" or "twilight" phase of the session only

• Continued integration sessions to help translate the experience into real, grounded change in daily life

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4 Methods for KAP Dosing:

  Patient Administered

• Sublingual (Oral) — A lozenge or rapid-dissolve tablet held in the mouth and absorbed through the cheek and gums. Onset is gentle and gradual, making it a good starting point for many clients.

• Nasal — A measured dose of ketamine spray taken through the nose. It absorbs faster than the oral route, offering a quicker onset and a somewhat stronger effect.

  Doctor Administered

• Intramuscular — A physician gives a single injection into the shoulder muscle. Onset is rapid, within a few minutes, with a reliable dose and a deeper, more immersive experience.

• Intravenous — Ketamine is delivered through a slow IV infusion under a physician's care. This offers the most precise control, as the dose can be adjusted in real time.

 

*IV and IM incur higher dosing fees, as both methods involve a doctor's presence on the day of dosing. (See Fees page for more details)​

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Training:

I completed my training in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy through the Polaris Insight Center and Journey Clinical, both leading programs in the field, so you can feel confident you're working with someone grounded in both the clinical and therapeutic sides of this work.​

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If you're looking for a supported, structured path toward healing, one that goes beyond conventional talk therapy, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy may be a powerful option to explore together.

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Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy combines guided ketamine sessions with preparation and integration therapy. Before beginning, clients complete preparation sessions and a medical evaluation. Sessions are held in Pasadena.

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Kevin Finn Therapy is located in the Livery Building near Old Pasadena. Clients come from Pasadena, San Marino, Altadena, Glendale, Arcadia, and across the Los Angeles area. Weekend appointments are available in addition to weekdays.

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