The best way to determine whether Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy is right for you is through a consultation and medical screening process.

Together, we will explore your symptoms, history, goals, and intentions for treatment. You will also meet with our medical provider, who will assess whether ketamine is medically appropriate and safe for you.

In general, KAP may be a good fit for individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, grief, burnout, life transitions, or persistent patterns that have not fully responded to traditional approaches. It is particularly well suited for those who are committed to their healing and willing to engage in both the preparation and integration process.

If KAP is not the right fit for you, we will discuss alternative recommendations and help you determine the most supportive path forward.

Both offerings utilize Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing®, and individualized integration support, but they differ in format and pace.

The Comprehensive KAP Program is a structured therapeutic journey that unfolds over approximately 6–9 months. It is designed for individuals seeking ongoing support, gradual integration, and a deeper therapeutic relationship over time.

The KAP Intensive Retreat is a personalized 3–5 day immersive experience designed for individuals who want to step away from daily responsibilities and focus more intensively on healing and transformation. The retreat format allows for greater continuity, concentrated therapeutic work, and accelerated momentum for insight and integration.

Both pathways are designed to support meaningful and lasting change. During your consultation, we will determine which option best aligns with your goals, circumstances, and therapeutic needs.

The Comprehensive KAP Program is delivered over approximately 6 months and combines preparation, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy sessions, Somatic Experiencing®, and ongoing integration support within a structured therapeutic container.

The process begins with a comprehensive assessment and treatment planning session, followed by preparation sessions designed to help you clarify intentions, develop nervous system resources, and prepare for the medicine experience.

The program includes three-five KAP treatment cycles, each consisting of a preparation session, a ketamine-assisted psychotherapy session, and an integration session. Between medicine sessions, we continue the work through Somatic Experiencing®, energy medicine, nervous system regulation practices, and individualized integration support.

Most clients meet weekly or bi-weekly, allowing time for meaningful preparation, deep therapeutic work, and sustainable integration.

KAP Intensive Programs and Retreats are delivered as personalized 3–5 day immersive healing experiences that combine ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, Somatic Experiencing®, trauma processing, and individualized integration support.

For those traveling from out of town, accommodations are available in a private spa suite located across the street from my office. The space includes comfortable accommodations, a rooftop deck, sauna, and kitchenette, creating a supportive environment for rest, reflection, and integration throughout the retreat.

Preparation sessions and follow-up integration sessions are conducted virtually, allowing us to begin the work before your arrival and continue supporting your healing process after you return home.

Each intensive is customized to your unique needs and may include complementary modalities such as sound healing, energy medicine, nature-based practices, massage, or acupuncture.

KAP Intensive Retreats are available to clients traveling from outside of Madison, Wisconsin - provided they are medically and clinically appropriate candidates for treatment.

Preparation sessions, medical screening, and follow-up integration sessions can be completed virtually, allowing you to travel to Madison only for the retreat itself.

Dosing sessions take place in person at my office, and private accommodations are available directly across the street for a convenient and supportive experience.

Because licensing laws vary by state, eligibility for ongoing psychotherapy services and virtual integration support may depend on your location. These details will be reviewed during your consultation so we can determine the most appropriate treatment plan for your needs

Our team is dedicated to your safety. We carefully screen each candidate and provide thorough preparation and integration sessions to minimize risks. During your first dosing session, a medical provider will be present if needed.

It depends on your symptoms, goals, and the patterns you are working to change. While some clients achieve their goals within 6–9 months, many individuals healing from complex trauma, attachment wounds, chronic nervous system dysregulation, or long-standing behavioral patterns benefit from a therapeutic container that extends beyond the initial KAP program or retreat.

Lasting change takes time. The nervous system requires consistency, repetition, and corrective experiences for new patterns to become embodied and sustainable. Most clients seeking meaningful and lasting change work with me for approximately 6 months to 1.5 years, although every person's journey is unique.

While symptom reduction is certainly important, our ultimate goal is not simply the absence of symptoms, but helping you cultivate greater connection, meaning, fulfillment, and joy so that you can fully participate in the life you want to live.

Dosing sessions take place in the comfort of my Madison office, a warm and welcoming space intentionally designed to support safety, relaxation, and nervous system regulation. For those traveling from out of town, private accommodations are available just across the street, creating a seamless and supportive retreat experience.

Prior to each medicine session, we will take time to connect, review intentions, address any questions or concerns, and ensure that you feel grounded and prepared for the journey ahead. Throughout the experience, you will be supported in a safe, therapeutic environment that honors your unique process and allows you to move at a pace that feels right for you.

Every aspect of the experience is designed to help you feel supported, comfortable, and cared for, so that your energy can be focused on healing, insight, and integration.

Amy Nicholson, MS, LPC, SEP, has dedicated her life to understanding the relationship between trauma, healing, consciousness, and human potential. She is certified in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy through the Living Medicine Institute in Asheville, North Carolina, having completed one of the nation's most comprehensive training programs in Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.

She has also served as a presenter and educational consultant for the Usona Institute, supporting professional training and research initiatives in the field of psychedelic-assisted therapy.

In addition to her clinical training, Amy brings more than 20 years of experience studying with traditional healers and wisdom keepers, integrating insights from indigenous healing traditions with contemporary approaches to psychotherapy and nervous system regulation.

As a licensed psychotherapist, Somatic Experiencing® Practitioner, educator, and bodyworker, she offers a deeply integrative approach that honors the interconnectedness of mind, body, spirit, and relationship.

Clients often seek Amy's work because of her ability to bridge science and spirituality, combining evidence-based trauma treatment with a profound respect for the wisdom of the body and the innate capacity for healing. Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and individualized, creating a safe and supportive environment for meaningful transformation. More information about her credentials here.