I left a group dosing session recently feeling ecstatic about the movement each client was experiencing within themselves and within each other. We start each group with an opening ceremony followed by a check in. Because this was the third dosing session, check in is a part of the integration from previous sessions. The clients share any new insights or memories of the last dosing session with one another. And the members of the group hold space and sometimes reflect back what they see, hear, and experience to the client who is sharing. At this specific check in, many new revelations happened. New ways of seeing and experiencing self were born. New ways of seeing and experiencing others were born. The group relaxed into the newness and quickly moved into lightness and laughter—became almost playful. They expressed love and appreciation for each other’s progress. At one point, a client said they could not imagine taking ketamine without this piece. The sharing and the processing and the emotional support. Everyone (including myself) staunchly agreed. This is where the magic happens. This where we move beyond symptom relief and uncover the things that are creating the symptoms in the first place. Bringing the pain – locus – beginning into our awareness. Making space for healing. Giving us options. Empowering choice and responsiveness over reactivity. It’s priceless, really. Once we moved into the actual dosing portion of the session and everyone was settled under cozy blankets and eye masks, I could not hold back the tears. I was so moved by the energy and love in the room. The feeling is inexplicable.
So, we here at Sacred Wellness we will continue to hold integration as a sacred and vital part of the work with ketamine. And we would like to invite you to join us.