You may find the experience challenging. However, it is important to remember that while the experience may be challenging, it is not unmanageable. In fact, difficult psychedelic experiences are considered an important factor in the treatment of mental disorders. You can’t encounter anything you won’t be able to handle. In addition, you will have a therapist by your side to support you at all times. As part of the preparation, you will practice breathing techniques to help you manage anxiety and calm your mind.

Going through a challenging experience can sometimes help you move forward in therapy – this is also something to bear in mind. During integration, each experience is interpreted in the context of the client’s life and individual journey. The therapist helps the client process the experience in a way that allows the client to build on it and grow. Ketamine also has an anxiolytic (anxiety-relieving) effect, which makes it easier for the client to explore challenging feelings and touch on deeper issues and experiences without feeling overwhelmed.

Finally, it should be noted that difficult experiences among recreational users usually occur when they do not know what they are getting into, have no support, and are not in a safe environment. All of these aspects are addressed in the clinic.