Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in Baltimore, MD
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Now Available at LifeSpring Counseling Services
Are you struggling with symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, or chronic stress and finding that talk therapy alone isn’t providing the breakthrough you need? At LifeSpring Counseling Services in Baltimore, we offer Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) to help individuals move through stuck points, uncover insights, and experience meaningful emotional relief.
We’ve partnered with an outside prescriber with a specialized medical team, to bring this transformative and evidence-based treatment to our clients in a safe and supported way.
What Is Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy?
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an innovative mental health treatment that pairs oral ketamine with intentional psychotherapy sessions. The goal? To help you explore your mind more freely, reconnect with inner strengths, and promote deep healing.
The therapeutic work we do together with the ketamine sessions allows us to integrate these insights into lasting emotional growth by leveraging Ketamine's unique ability to shift brain chemistry and increase neuroplasticity.
We Make Scheduling Easy!
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1. Call Us
Give us a call at 443-726-1318, Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm and speak with our office admin who will help you get scheduled!
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2. Schedule With One of Our Therapists
Click on the “Make an Appointment” button with the therapist of your choice here (make sure they’re accepting new clients). Follow the prompts to create your account, schedule an appointment, and complete the biography section. You got this!
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3. Send Us a Message to Get Started!
Need help deciding which therapist is the best fit for you? Send us a message to get started.
We Accept Insurance!
How Does Ketamine Work?
Ketamine is a legal, fast-acting medication that has been shown to help alleviate symptoms of:
Chronic stress and burnout
Unlike traditional antidepressants, ketamine’s effects can begin within 1–2 hours and often last up to two weeks. It works by stimulating neural pathways in the brain that regulate mood, stress response, and cognitive flexibility, making it a powerful tool for breaking through emotional numbness, hopelessness, or racing thoughts.
At LifeSpring, our clients receive ketamine in sublingual lozenge form (dissolved under the tongue) under the medical guidance of an outside prescriber.
What to Expect From Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy at LifeSpring
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1. Intake Appointment with your KAP Therapist
Your KAP journey begins with an intake appointment with your therapist. During this visit, they’ll gather more information about your history, your goals for pursuing Ketamine and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, and they’ll provide you with education about the medication and what you can expect.
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2. Initial Medical Evaluation
After the intake appointment with your KAP therapist, you’ll need to schedule a virtual consultation with the Ketamine prescriber we work with. They’ll review your physical and mental health history to determine if ketamine is a safe and appropriate option for you. If approved, your prescription will be mailed directly to your home for use in your upcoming sessions.
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3. Preparation Session
Before your first dosing experience, you and your therapist will meet to clarify your treatment goals, set intentions, and walk through the process together so you feel prepared and supported. We have an educational handout that we can share with you to answer all of your frequently asked questions.
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4. Ketamine Dosing Session (2-3 Hours)
During the session, you’ll self-administer the lozenge in our office. You’ll be in a calm, private space, reclined, wearing an eye mask, and listening to soothing music. Most people describe the experience as peaceful, introspective, and expansive. We remain present the entire time to hold space and provide emotional support as needed.
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5. Integration Therapy
Following your ketamine experience, we’ll schedule integration sessions to process insights and translate your experience into meaningful personal growth. This part of the journey is essential and allows the shifts in your brain to take root in your everyday life.
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6. Ongoing Support
Your therapist and the medical team continue to support your care by monitoring progress, adjusting your treatment plan, and prescribing additional doses as needed.
How Many Sessions Are Needed For KAP?
After the medical intake you will be prescribed ketamine for 2 sessions, and can have ketamine for the remaining 4-6 sessions prescribed after a follow-up medical appointment. It is possible to go beyond the 6-8 dosing sessions, in which case additional follow-up appointments would be necessary.
The recommended course of treatment is 6-8 dosing sessions. Including preparation and integration sessions, this would look like 14-19 sessions overall. You will work closely with your therapist and prescriber to monitor your progress and determine how many sessions are needed for your specific needs.
What is Holding You Back from Starting Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?
Who Is KAP For?
KAP may be a helpful option if you:
Feel stuck in traditional therapy
Struggle with persistent depressive thoughts
Want to work through post-traumatic symptoms in a different way
Experience anxiety that doesn’t respond to other treatments
Are open to exploring non-traditional, research-backed options
Want to safely deepen your therapy experience
What Does KAP Cost?
We believe that accessing innovative care should be transparent and straightforward. At LifeSpring Counseling Services, we’ve created a hybrid model, so you can use your health insurance to cover the cost of some of your services. The longer dosing sessions, however, are not covered by insurance.
Here's a breakdown of costs:
LifeSpring Counseling Services
KAP therapist hourly rate: $200/hr (out-of-network)
Ketamine dosing sessions are 3 hours long for a total of $600
Health insurance can be utilized for intake, preparation sessions, and integration sessions.
Outside Prescriber’s Fees
The outside prescriber we partner with does NOT accept insurance. Note: While these medical services are not covered by insurance, you may be eligible for out-of-network reimbursement.
Initial intake: $250
Medication (non-covered services): $97 (2 initial doses)
Follow-up appointment: $150
Follow-up medication: $163 (4-6 additional doses)
Ongoing med management: $250
About Your KAP Therapist
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Meet Liza Krohn, LCSW-C
Clinical Supervisor at LifeSpring Counseling Services
Hello! I’m Liza, a clinical supervisor and Ketamine-assisted psychotherapist. As someone who is committed to exploring new, creative, and science backed approaches to healing and growth, I am so excited to be able to offer KAP at LifeSpring Counseling. KAP provides an alternative, or complementary, option to clients who are looking for something beyond talk therapy. The neurobiological effects of Ketamine, combined with the profound experiential components, create a powerful environment for healing and self-discovery.
Through my own experiences with KAP, I can attest to the shifts it can inspire in our relationship with ourselves and our perspectives on daily life. It is a journey that opens the door to new insights, helping us reconnect with our inner selves and our experience of the world in a different way.
In our sessions I hope to offer support and structure that allows you to explore freely and experience with an open heart and mind. Together we will process the complexities of your experience and make the most of the increased neuroplasticity that Ketamine generates. I hope to have the opportunity to guide you in this process.
Ready to Begin?
We know that starting something new can feel overwhelming. We’re here to guide you every step of the way. Take the first step by contacting us to see if Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy is right for you.
Scheduling your first session is simple:
Click Here to fill out our form and someone from our office will be in touch to help you schedule your free, 15 minute consult call with our KAP therapist.
Or give us a call at 443-726-1318 Mon-Fri from 9am-5pm.
You don’t have to figure this out on your own. We’re here to help. Schedule your first session today!
Other Mental Health Services at LifeSpring
Counseling for children and teens isn’t the only counseling service offered at our office. Our Greater Baltimore mental health counseling office also offers individual counseling services for adults and college students dealing with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, interpersonal violence, and trauma. We also offer specialized counseling services including online therapy, Brainspotting, faith-based counseling, and mindfulness-based counseling.