Becoming Psychedelic: A Course in Ketamine – Christi Myers
Human minds and bodies are connected and the purpose of ketamine is two-fold: it benefits the body as well as the mind. Our bodies hold on to trauma (big or small, self-imposed or outwardly imposed) that has been endured over the course of our lives. This trauma becomes compounded and settled/trapped inside of our bodies. Ketamine allows our bodies to work through the physiological aspects of trauma by working through and releasing its negative impacts. During Ketamine treatment, the mind becomes dissociated from the body just enough to become able to view our trauma experiences in a more objective way. This perspective shift allows us to alter or change the way we view ourselves or the world around us through a more positive, healthier lens. Read More
TRAINING information
Human minds and bodies are connected and the purpose of ketamine is two-fold: it benefits the body as well as the mind. Our bodies hold on to trauma (big or small, self-imposed or outwardly imposed) that has been endured over the course of our lives. This trauma becomes compounded and settled/trapped inside of our bodies. Ketamine allows our bodies to work through the physiological aspects of trauma by working through and releasing its negative impacts. During Ketamine treatment, the mind becomes dissociated from the body just enough to become able to view our trauma experiences in a more objective way. This perspective shift allows us to alter or change the way we view ourselves or the world around us through a more positive, healthier lens. Read More
Learning Objectives
• Understand the history of Ketamine and its current applications.
• Identify indications, relative contraindications and special considerations.
• Holistic approach to the mental health application of Ketamine by understanding the mind-body connection.
• Apply conceptual framework of the body’s physiological response to compounded historical trauma to the dissociative properties of Ketamine application.
• Support experiences across a spectrum of knowledge and belief base, from clinical evidence to transpersonal/mystical/spiritual approaches.
• Develop individualized treatment plans through a whole-person understanding of clientele.
• Incorporate integrative practices into administration sessions – preparation and processing as elements to lasting results.
Outline
● Ketamine as a Catalyst – the How and Why?
○ History of the Medicine
○ Mechanism of action
○ “Off Label”
○ Routes of Entry
○ Who Does it Help? – Relative contraindications
● Working with the Medicine
○ Separating from the Body
○ Unfolding
○ Awareness of Being Aware – Layers of Self & the Unconscious programs
○ Expanding consciousness – Space Between, Trauma loops, Triggers, Evaluating Ego, Becoming Highest Self
○ Acceptance – Release as a frequency, Density of the physical body, Self actualization, How to take action
● Individualized Approach
○ How many sessions? – Depth of trauma, Relationship to the story, Ego Death
○ Considerations for Dosing
● Integrating & Maintaining
○ Recognizing the unconscious
○ Proactive vs Reactive – Practicing the Pause
○ Nurturing the Network
About the Speaker
Throughout her early career as a paramedic, she concurrently taught as an adjunct faculty member for the emergency medical services program at Victor Valley College. She was elevated to assistant professor of emergency medicine, earning tenure in 2019, and was the assistant director of emergency medical services. Christi Myers holds a Bachelor of Science degree in public safety and a Master of Science degree in leadership.
With a seat in the front row, Christi understands firsthand the unique, invisible, and cumulative toll of witnessing indirect human trauma daily, as demanded of emergency response personnel, and the few methods of support available for the well-being of these professionals. She has also experienced the loss of loved ones dear to her own life that have been directly affected with depression.
Christi Myers founded Flow Integrative in 2020 with a mission to normalize psychedelic therapies for growth, symptom reduction and overall wellness for all. Christi recognizes the global mental health crisis and has a clear vision to “help the help” by providing supportive services for front-line workers and service men and women who face chronic and complex trauma in their line of work. To aid her mission, Christi partnered with Enthea, making Flow Integrative a preferred provider and Flagship Clinic for the nation’s first Psychedelic Insurance Company working to facilitate employee psychedelic healthcare coverage.
CPD/CE
CPD / CE / NBCC credits available: 6
How do I receive these credits? The participant must pass the multiple-choice test with a minimum score of 80%. There is a maximum of three attempts to achieve this. The post-test is included in the price of the training.
Does my regulatory body accept the credits? The CPD & CE credits awarded can be used towards your declaration to any governing regulatory body in your state or country, provided the content is relevant to your discipline.
Our trainings are accredited by:
– The CPD Group, London
– Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
– Australian Counselling Association
– National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC)
