What to Expect When You Start Ketamine-Assisted Therapy at Koru Wellness
- emileekrupa
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
Taking the first step toward something new can be the hardest part. Especially when it comes to your mental health. If you're here, it probably means something isn't working anymore. You're tired of just getting by, and you're looking for something different. Something deeper.
At Koru Wellness, we work with people who feel stuck—not because they haven't tried, but because they have. Talk therapy, medication, self-help, lifestyle changes... and still, something hasn't shifted. That’s where ketamine-assisted therapy can help.
But before we do anything, we start with a conversation.
Your First Consultation
Every journey here begins with a free 15-minute consultation. No pressure, no commitment. Just a real, human conversation where we talk through what you’re going through, what you’ve tried, and whether ketamine-assisted therapy might be a good fit. We cover your current symptoms, any mental health or medical history you want to share, and your hopes for what you’d like to feel again. You can ask questions, express concerns, and get clear on whether this path feels right for you.
If it doesn’t, we’ll point you toward other resources. If it does, we take the next step—together.
Medical Evaluation
You’ll meet with our medical team for a full clinical evaluation. We review your physical and mental health history, medications, and any risk factors. This step ensures ketamine is safe and appropriate for your care. It’s a thorough but thoughtful process, and we take our time to make sure you feel supported and informed.
Preparation Sessions
Before any ketamine session happens, we help you prepare. Most clients have between one and three prep sessions with their therapist. These sessions focus on building trust, clarifying intentions, and creating a personalized support plan. We talk about safety, set realistic expectations, and explore what it means to navigate this work with courage and care.
How Ketamine Works in the Brain
Think of your brain as a network of deeply worn trails. Over time, trauma, stress, or depression can carve narrow, repetitive paths that feel hard to escape. Ketamine temporarily softens those grooves. This creates something called "enhanced neuroplasticity"—your brain’s natural ability to form new, healthier connections. Paired with therapy, this biological opening creates the conditions for meaningful, lasting change.
Our Approach
Ketamine is just part of the process. At Koru, what matters most is how it's held. We’re a team of licensed, trauma-informed professionals who care deeply about the people we serve. You are never just a time slot on our calendar. We’re here to walk with you—from the very first consult to the moment you notice the light starting to come back in. Our sessions are grounded, slow, and built around you. Your pace. Your values. Your life.
Is It Right for You?
Ketamine-assisted therapy has been especially helpful for people navigating treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, or eating disorders. It’s also an option for people who feel emotionally stuck—even after doing everything "right." It’s not a replacement for the work you’ve already done. It’s a way to deepen it.
Ready to Talk?
You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need a perfect plan. You just need to be open to the idea that something different might actually help.
If you’re curious, schedule your free 15-minute consultation today. We’ll answer your questions, talk through next steps, and help you decide if this path feels like yours.
