Therapy for a new paradigm
Counselling, Medicines, Consultation, & Harm Reduction
The only revolution that can work is the inner transformation of every human being.
~ Stanislav Grof
Services
Counselling
Counselling is an opportunity to explore the patterns of thinking and behaving that may be keeping you stuck so that you can create more space and consider new options for coping and thriving. I work from a harm reduction, trauma-informed, and somatic orientation to help clients connect with their inner healing intelligence as they work towards their definition of recovery. My training as a Nurse Practitioner also allows me to incorporate prescription medications into counselling as needed.
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
I am excited to announce the launch of a Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) stream in August 2024. I offer individualized, evidence-based Intramuscular (IM) KAP to medically low risk clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, or PTSD that has not fully responded to the usual approaches. Ketamine is fully legal to prescribe, with no requirement for a Health Canada exemption. Additionally, it can also be a good option for folks who are taking other medications, since it can be safely combined with most antidepressants.
Psilocybin and MDMA Assisted Psychotherapy
As a TheraPsil Medical and Psychotherapy Associate, I can apply for legal exemptions for MDMA or Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy for qualifying clients through Health Canada's Special Access Program. Clients have the option of working with me as their primary therapist and prescriber, or as their prescriber and co-sitter. Please be aware that Health Canada makes the final decision about who may access MDMA or Psilocybin-Assisted Therapy. Eligibility includes a diagnosis of an approved condition (such as PTSD, depression, end-of-life existential distress, cluster headaches) that has not responded to the usual treatments, as well as medical screening to ensure there are no medical, psychiatric, or medication related contraindications. Interested clients can find more information and self-refer through TheraPsil.
Meet Keren
Hi. My name is Keren and I'm a dual qualified Family Nurse Practitioner and Registered Clinical Counsellor with two decades of experience in mental health, substance use, and harm reduction. I blend solid education in mainstream psychiatry and psychopharmacology with specialized training in psychedelic and somatic therapy, and extensive personal experience navigating non-ordinary states of consciousness. My core values include trauma-informed practice and a non-pathologizing approach to understanding mental health and distress. I aim to support clients to move towards greater psychospiritual integration through counselling, working with medicines, and Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapy.
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