Polaris Insight Center, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy — Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA
Address4255 18th St CA, San Francisco, CA 94114
Phone+1415-800-7083
Websitepolarisinsight.com
Polaris Insight Center is a San Francisco-based clinic offering Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), psychiatric services, and integration therapy. Founded by clinicians with early training from MAPS, the center focuses on the compassionate and ethical use of expanded states of consciousness for healing and growth. Their treatment process includes personalized intake, guided preparation for KAP sessions, and ongoing integration support. Polaris also dedicates itself to training future psychedelic therapists and clinicians, contributing to the development of clinical practice and research in psychedelic-assisted therapies. Their approach integrates somatic, psychological, and transpersonal perspectives.
Best for
- Individuals seeking ketamine-assisted psychotherapy
- Clients with complex trauma histories
- Those interested in psychedelic therapy training
| Key services | Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, Psychiatric services, Integration therapy, Group treatment, Cotherapy, Virtual training |
| Tags | ketamine therapy, psychotherapy, psychedelic therapy, trauma treatment, San Francisco, mental health, integration, psychiatry, training, MAPS |
Reviews on Google5.0 · 1 reviews
The training for Ketamine Assisted PSYCHOTHERAPY WAS Fantastic. The chat rooms have really been insightful and up to date with laws and regulations. I will also be taking individual classes. I would definitely recommend any of their trainings. Each speaker gave their own experience and knowledge and made it easy to follow.
Location
Also in San Francisco
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