Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in Roseville, CA — Heather Moore, LMFT
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an evidence-informed approach that combines therapeutic ketamine with psychotherapy to accelerate breakthroughs and create lasting shifts. I'm Heather Moore, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Roseville, CA, and I offer KAP for clients who've done the work, tried the traditional routes, and still feel stuck…particularly women healing complex trauma, childhood wounds, and generational patterns. Sessions available in person in Roseville and via telehealth throughout California.
Who Is KAP Designed For?
KAP is especially effective for people who have already tried traditional therapy and still feel like something won't move. If you've gained insight but can't seem to get past a certain point — particularly around deep trauma, persistent depression, anxiety, or patterns that feel hardwired — KAP creates the neurological conditions for deeper, faster change. "KAP doesn't replace the therapeutic work — it creates a window where the work can go deeper than it's ever been able to go before."
What Is Ketamine and How Does It Work?
Ketamine is a legal, safe, and well-researched medicine used to treat depression, anxiety, and PTSD. Its antidepressant effects work quickly — often within 1–2 hours — and can last up to two weeks. Ketamine works by blocking NMDA receptors and activating AMPA receptors, supporting the formation of new neural connections and strengthening brain circuits that regulate mood and stress. The result is enhanced neuroplasticity — a window of openness where deep therapeutic work can take root more effectively.
Option 1 — Psycholytic KAP Sessions (Low Dose)
Psycholytic KAP uses a low-dose sublingual ketamine protocol (typically 50–200mg) in a safe, structured therapeutic setting. This lighter dosing keeps you present and aware — able to actively explore thoughts, emotions, and memories in real time while the medicine supports your brain's natural healing capacity.
Session details: Duration: 90 minutes to 2 hours Administration: Self-administered oral ketamine lozenge Setting: In-person in Roseville or via telehealth throughout California Support: I'm present throughout to guide, support, and help you navigate the experience
This approach is particularly helpful for: Emotional processing and releasing suppressed feelings Deeper self-awareness and insight into personal patterns Anxiety, depression, and emotional distress Improving relational patterns and empathy
Investment:
$175 Preparation Session (required once, prior to first dosing session)
$200 per hour 90-minute session:
$300 2-hour session: $400 (Does not include medical prescriber appointments or medication cost)
$175 Integration Session (required after each dosing session)
Contact Me Directly to Get Started
Option 2 — Psychedelic KAP 8-Week Protocol (Deep Transformational Work)
This immersive 8-week protocol is designed for individuals ready for deep emotional healing and transformative change through non-ordinary states of consciousness. Using moderate to high doses of ketamine in a structured therapeutic container, this protocol takes you through preparation, deep processing, and full integration.
Protocol includes: 1 Preparation Session — intake, assessment, intention setting, education 8 Dosing Sessions — 2 hours each, self-administered medicine, therapist present throughout 8 Integration Sessions — within 24–72 hours of each dosing session, focused on meaning-making, processing, and nervous system integration
Especially supportive for: Complex trauma and attachment wounding Persistent depression, anxiety, or existential distress Life transitions, grief, and identity transformation Spiritual exploration and reconnection with meaning and purpose
Investment:
8 Dosing Sessions (2 hrs each at $400): $3,200
8 Integration Sessions (60 min at $175): $1,400
1 Preparation Session (60 min): $175
Total: $4,775
Pay in Full (10% off): $4,300 (Does not include medical prescriber appointments or medication cost)
Contact Me Directly to Get Started
How Does the Medical Side Work?
I am partnered with Journey Clinical, a KAP medical provider. Journey Clinical will match you with a medical prescriber, provide consultation and support, and prescribe ketamine for eligible clients. I do not prescribe medication. My role is the psychotherapy component.
To get started, reach out directly: 916-258-5213 or heather@beyondmainstreamtherapy.com
Frequently Asked Questions About KAP
Is ketamine legal?
Yes. Ketamine is an FDA-approved medication legally prescribed by licensed medical providers for therapeutic use. All ketamine used in KAP sessions is prescribed through a licensed medical partner — in my case, Journey Clinical.
Is KAP safe? KAP is considered safe when administered in a controlled therapeutic setting with proper medical oversight. All clients are medically screened by a prescriber before beginning. It is not appropriate for everyone — your Journey Clinical prescriber will determine eligibility.
How is KAP different from regular ketamine infusions? Ketamine infusions are typically administered in a medical clinic without a therapist present. KAP integrates the medicine with active psychotherapy — before, during, and after dosing — which research suggests significantly increases the depth and durability of outcomes.
Do I need a referral to start KAP? No referral needed. Reach out directly and we'll schedule an initial conversation to determine if KAP is a good fit for you.
What if I've never done psychedelic or medicine-assisted therapy before? Many of my KAP clients are starting for the first time. The preparation session is specifically designed to address questions, concerns, and intentions before any medicine is involved. You won't go into this unprepared.
Research and Resources
Paradigms of Ketamine Treatment — Raquel Bennett, Psy.D. for MAPS KAP:
Patient Demographics, Clinical Data and Outcomes — Jennifer Dore et al, 2018
Ketamine for Depression and Mood Disorders — Erica Zelfand, ND
Ketamine-Facilitated Psychotherapy for Trauma, Anxiety, and Depression — goop
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy with Jonathan Sabbagh — Psychology Talk Podcast