Ketamine Integration

Process Emotions, Build Healthy Habits, and Set Goals

Treatments

IV, IM, KAP, or concierge treatments available

Session Time

2-Hour Appointment Window

Ketamine Cost

IM $299 | IV $400 | Package pricing & first responder discounts

Consultations

Free 15-min phone consult & free in-person medical evaluation

Ketamine Integration Therapy | Lasting Healing After Treatment

Ketamine integration therapy helps you get more from the treatment experience. A ketamine session is only one part of the healing process. What happens after treatment also matters. During treatment, many people gain new thoughts, feelings, or insights. However, these experiences can fade without support and reflection. Integration sessions help you understand what came up during treatment. They also help you apply those insights to your daily life.

 

At Ketamine Therapy at Therapeutic Alternatives, we believe lasting healing takes time and support. Our team has helped many patients use integration to create meaningful change. These sessions can help you build healthy habits, process emotions, and set new goals. They can also help you feel more grounded and confident. Whether you are healing from depression, anxiety, trauma, or life stress, integration can strengthen your progress. To learn more about ketamine integration therapy and schedule a free consult, call (385) 685-1410 or fill out the form below.

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Benefits of Ketamine Integration

Ketamine integration can help you get more from your treatment experience. These sessions give you time to reflect, learn, and make changes that support long-term healing. While each person’s goals are different, many patients find that integration helps them feel clearer, more focused, and supported.

Benefits of ketamine integration may include:

How Ketamine Treatment Works

Ketamine affects chemicals in the brain that help nerve cells communicate. One of these chemicals is called glutamate. Glutamate helps brain cells send signals to each other. After ketamine treatment, the brain may be more able to form new connections. This process is called neuroplasticity. In simple terms, neuroplasticity means the brain can learn, adapt, and change.

 

Research suggests that this ability to change may increase for a short time after treatment. According to research published on PubMed, ketamine supports this type of brain growth. Additionally, a study in the National Library of Medicine found that ketamine integration may help support these changes. Because of this, the hours after treatment can be an important time for reflection and growth. Integration sessions help patients use this window to build new habits, process emotions, and apply what they learned during treatment.*

Treatment Sessions

At Ketamine Therapy at Therapeutic Alternatives, ketamine is given in low doses by infusion or injection. Patients are closely monitored during each session. Many people describe feeling detached from their usual thoughts or surroundings. Some call this an “out-of-body” experience. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, blurry vision, or a faster heart rate. Patients remain awake and can communicate throughout treatment. Many providers recommend a series of six to ten treatments for the best results.

After Treatment

Ketamine leaves the body within a few hours after treatment. However, the next 12 to 24 hours may still be important. During this time, the brain may be more open to learning and change. Because of this, many patients schedule an integration session soon after treatment. Integration sessions help patients reflect on their experience, build healthy habits, and apply what they learned to daily life. This support may help strengthen long-term results.*

What Is Ketamine Integration and How Does It Work?

Ketamine integration means learning from your ketamine treatment. During treatment, many people have new thoughts, feelings, or insights. Some people also think about old memories in new ways. However, these thoughts and feelings can fade with time. Integration sessions help you reflect on your experience and understand what it means. They also help you use what you learned in your daily life.

 

At Ketamine Therapy at Therapeutic Alternatives, we know that each person’s experience is different. Some people want to work through strong emotions. Others want to build new habits or make changes in their lives. Integration gives you time and support to do that work. Think of ketamine as opening a door. Integration helps you step through that door and keep going.

What Happens During an Integration Session?

Integration sessions are designed to help you understand and use what came up during ketamine treatment. First, you talk about your experience and any thoughts or feelings that stood out. Next, your therapist helps you explore what those experiences may mean. You may also discuss goals, habits, or changes you want to make in your life. Some sessions include breathing exercises, journaling, or guided questions. Above all, the goal is to help you turn insight into action and support long-term healing.

What to Focus On During Integration

During integration sessions, many people focus on topics such as:

Meet Our Integration Specialists

Candace Curzon, LCSW

Candace Curzon is a licensed therapist with years of experience in trauma care. She holds a Master of Social Work from the University of Utah. She also trained on the crisis team at the University of Utah Neuropsychiatric Institute. Additionally, she worked as an inpatient therapist at LDS Hospital. There, she saw firsthand how ketamine helped people with severe depression and suicidal thoughts. In 2019, Candace co-founded Ketamine Therapy at Therapeutic Alternatives with Austin Francom, APRN, FNP. She leads integration sessions with warmth, care, and clinical expertise.

Candace specializes in:

Lindsey - Integration Specialist

Lindsey is also available for integration support. She takes a warm, supportive, and practical approach to each session. Lindsey helps patients process thoughts and emotions that came up during treatment. She also works with patients to set goals, build healthy habits, and create meaningful changes in daily life.

Ketamine Integration Cost Utah

We offer flexible options to fit your needs and budget:

Provider Session Length Cost
Candace Curzon, LCSW 30 minutes $70
Candace Curzon, LCSW 60 minutes $140
Lindsey 60 minutes $89

Sessions are available in person or virtually. At this time, we do not accept insurance. However, many clients find the cost of integration is well worth the lasting results.*

Is Integration Right for You?

Integration may be a good fit if:
Integration may not be the right fit if:

Ketamine Integration

The best time is within 12–24 hours after your ketamine treatment. During this window, the brain is most open to change. Scheduling early helps you capture the insights while they are fresh. However, integration sessions are helpful at any point during your treatment plan.
Regular therapy focuses on processing past events over time. Integration is more focused on the present and near future. It helps you use what came up during ketamine to move forward. Integration does not replace therapy but works well alongside it.
Most people benefit from at least one session after each ketamine treatment. Some prefer ongoing support throughout their full treatment series. Your needs will guide the number of sessions. Our team can help you find the right plan.
Yes. Sessions with Candace Curzon, LCSW, and Lindsey are available in person or virtually. Online sessions are a good option for those who live farther away. Virtual sessions offer the same quality of care and support.
No. Some people schedule integration after each treatment, while others choose sessions only when they feel they need extra support. The right schedule depends on your goals, treatment plan, and personal preferences. Our team can help you decide what works best for you.
Yes. Integration is especially helpful for those healing from anxiety, PTSD, or past trauma. Ketamine can bring buried emotions to the surface. Integration gives you a safe space to process those emotions with support. Many clients report feeling more grounded and clear after just a few sessions.*

Ketamine Integration Therapy Near Me | West Jordan, Utah

Ketamine Therapy at Therapeutic Alternatives is located in West Jordan, UT, and serves patients throughout the Salt Lake Valley. Our clinic is easy to reach from Salt Lake City, South Jordan, Sandy, Draper, Cottonwood Heights, Herriman, and Murray. Integration sessions with Candace Curzon, LCSW, and Lindsey are available in person or online for patients across Utah.

 

Ketamine integration may be helpful for people receiving treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD. Our team works closely with patients to provide individualized care based on their goals and treatment plan. To learn more about ketamine integration therapy or schedule a session, call us at (385) 685-1410 or fill out the online form.

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