What is ketamine? by Dr. Jack Van Bezooyen

What is ketamine? by Dr. Jack Van Bezooyen

The Mind Therapy Clinic has been receiving a lot of questions related to the use of ketamine for the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma-related disorders, and substance use disorder over the last few months. The following information answers some of the most common questions related to ketamine including what the medication can help with, what to expect from the experience, and the different ways in which it is used. 

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ON-DEMAND Webinar: Co-occurring disorders & family’s role

Join addiction psychiatrist, Jeff DeVido, MD, and Matt Blagys, PhD to learn about complex cases and how to help families when faced with difficult situations.

Get the latest information about complex cases – those presenting with co-occurring disorders

Equip yourself with information on how you can help families/clients (upstream before they are faced with negative health conditions)

Learn the importance of integrated care and what that means

This CE training is provided to Mind Therapy Clinic’s partners free of charge.

Reserve your seat by clicking here.

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Upcoming Webinar Grief Isn’t Something to Get Over

Every human on the planet will suffer grief. However, each of us will grieve and process loss in

our own way. How can we best support a grieving friend or family member? What are some practices we can develop so that grief becomes an integrated process in our lives and not just an “event”?

National Grief Awareness Day gives us an opportunity to reflect on these questions. It’s observed annually on August 30. Dr. Mary Lumia will explain the science behind bereavement and to convey an understanding of how we adapt to death as a part of life.

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Group Therapy Available: Restorative Movement Yoga Therapy

Through the sequence of slower conscious movements, group members increase physical strength, and flexibility, and bring balance to the mind. Brief guided meditations are included to improve concentration and focus levels. These practices help reduce stress, improve physical stamina, and cultivate a positive attitude to life. All levels are welcome.

This Group meets in person on Fridays at 3:00 PM to 4:20 PM.

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New Group Therapy Available: Goals Group!

The Goal Setting group is a skills-oriented group that helps clients identify what is most important and how to make small changes over time in order to be more aligned with their values. With peer and clinician support, members learn to identify, set goals, and work through barriers in order to improve mental health and move towards what they are most passionate about in life.

This Group meets in person on Thursdays from 11:30am to 12:50pm.

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New Group Therapy Available: Coping with Triggers Group!

This group will provide a supportive environment for us to shine a collective light on what motivates our unhealthy behaviors; once we have identified these behavioral triggers, we can learn and practice healthier ways of coping with them.

This Group meets in person on Tuesdays at 11:30 am to 12:50 pm.

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