We are dedicated to the practice of compassionate and ethical Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Group KAP Treatment
We offer Group Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in a variety of settings. The benefits of KAP can be augmented when provided in a communal context, where there is a shared sense of community and access to interpersonal perspectives.
BOOSTER SESSION
Booster Sessions are for past and current Polaris Insight Center clients who have completed their KAP treatment cycle and are interested in furthering treatment in a group setting.
Patients are referred to the group by their treating therapist. Booster Sessions are IM sessions held in-office and facilitated by a senior therapist and a medical provider.
Upcoming Groups:
June 21st, Friday, 4pm-7pmJuly 18th, Thursday, 4pm-7pmAugust 23rd, Friday, 4pm-7pmSept 18th, Wednesday, 4pm-7pmOct 22nd, Tuesday, 4pm-7pm
KAP GROUP
KAP Groups are for past and current Polaris Insight Center clients who have completed their individual KAP treatment cycle and are interested in undergoing another treatment cycle in a group setting with a small number of clients.
Groups meet for a preparation session (90 minutes), a series of Group IM sessions (4 hours each), and integration sessions (90 minutes) that will be interspersed throughout. IM sessions are held in-office and facilitated by a senior therapist and a medical provider.
CLINICIANS’ SUPPORT GROUP
Clinicians’ Support Groups are for clinicians who are seeking support around professional stressors, compassion fatigue, and burnout.
Prior individual KAP experience is required to join these drop-in groups, and clinicians will undergo a Medical Intake with a Polaris medical provider.
Upcoming Groups:
Sunday, July 14, 2024 9am – 3pm
(Times will vary based on which group you’re in- experience is 4.5 hours long)
Group work and connection with others can support the process of integrating insights gained from ketamine sessions.
Couple’s Treatment
We offer treatment for couples interested in working together with ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. We ask that you first go through treatment as individuals, as you work through foundational inner healing and gain familiarity with the medicine.
You will go through psychiatric and psychological separately, as well as a few KAP sessions as individuals. After discussion and collaboration with a Polaris KAP therapist, they will evaluate if a couple’s journey would be an appropriate and supportive experience.
Over six weeks, experience group therapy tailored to support mental health during the natural shifts of your cycle.
Reconnect with Your Cycle: A Transformative, Ketamine-Assisted Group Therapy
Nurture Balance & Self-Understanding in Tune with Your Menstrual Cycle
Are you ready to explore how your menstrual and hormonal cycles shape your inner world? Join us in a safe, supportive space designed for anyone with a menstrual cycle to deepen their relationship with their inner rhythms. Discover self-knowledge and innovative holistic care to address the mental and physical changes experienced throughout the month. Inspired by a groundbreaking 2023 study revealing structural, brain-wide changes during menstruation, this group explores the vital, often overlooked link between cycles and mental well-being.
What This Group Offers
Small Group Therapy Across a Full Cycle:
Over six weeks, experience group therapy tailored to support mental health during the natural shifts of your cycle. Society and traditional healthcare often marginalize menstruation, but in this space, it’s at the center. Together, we will honor and work with this powerful psycho-physiological process through:
○ Safe cycle tracking
○ Cooperative ritual building
○ Elder wisdom sharing
Low-Dose Ketamine Session: Midway through the program, participants will be invited to a low-dose ketamine session—an opportunity to deepen your connection with your inner world after weeks of building trust, attunement, and awareness. This session provides a unique opening to self-discovery and healing.
Integration & Skill-Building: Learn practical tools to sustain your growth beyond the group experience. Together, we’ll experiment with behavioral and psychological shifts to carry forward the insights you’ve gained, empowering you to embrace your cycle as a source of wisdom and strength.
Meet Your Facilitator: Taylor Simon
Hi, I’m Taylor Simon! I hold a master’s degree in Integral Counseling Psychology from CIIS and have worked as a psychedelic-assisted therapist with Polaris and in research with UCSF. Before I began tracking my cycle, I often felt at odds with myself—unpredictable and disconnected. I initially thought only the pre-menstrual phase mattered, but learning to tune into my full cycle transformed my self-care, self-compassion, and mental health. This shift taught me to ally with myself instead of being in conflict. Through this work, I’ve found deeper understanding and greater balance in my life—and I’m passionate about helping others do the same. Let’s explore this transformative journey together!
💌 Contact: Info@PolarisInsight.com