Introduction to Ketamine-Assisted Therapy

The Introduction to Ketamine course equips clinicians with foundational knowledge and practical skills for effective ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.

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  • Beginner
  • Last updated Aug '24
  • English
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Course Description

The Introduction to Ketamine course offers a foundational understanding of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for clinicians. This program covers the basic pharmacology of ketamine, its therapeutic mechanisms, and the potential benefits and risks associated with its use. Participants will engage in live online sessions, interactive discussions, and case studies, providing a comprehensive overview of the practical and ethical considerations involved in ketamine therapy.

Over several weeks, the course includes detailed instruction on how to screen and prepare clients, administer ketamine in a therapeutic setting, and integrate the experiences into ongoing therapy. Emphasis is placed on creating a safe and supportive environment for clients, understanding the nuances of dosing and administration, and managing potential adverse effects. Participants will also learn about the latest research and evolving best practices in the field.

By the end of the course, clinicians will have the knowledge and confidence to incorporate ketamine-assisted psychotherapy effectively into their practice. They will be equipped to support clients through the preparation, administration, and integration phases, ensuring a holistic approach to mental health care.

You will learn:

  • What is Bwiti?
  • Roles in Bwiti initiation/treatment
  • Instruments in Bwiti: ngombe, mogongo
  • What is an Nganga
    • Maboundi/Yombo
    • Maboundi/Yombo
  • Sustainability/reciprocity

You will learn:

  • History of the Fang tradition
  • Dissumba vs. Dissumba Fang
  • Ombwiri/Mbumbayano Fang
  • The kambo
  • State of Fang Bwiti in Gabon
  • Impact of Westerners coming to work with the sacred wood

You will learn:

  • History of the Missoko tradition
  • Various branches of Missoko initiation:
    • Miobe/Mioba
    • Ngonde Na Dipuma
    • Sengedia
  • The impact of logging on the tradition
  • What the future of Bwiti could look like in Gabon

You will learn:

  • History of Dissumba
  • Various branches of Dissumba initiation:
    • Abanji/Mabanji
    • Ilombo
    • Ombwiri
    • Ombudi
    • Loro
  • The ngombe (sacred harp)
  • Healing rituals involved in her tradition
  • Training to serve the wood
    • What does it involve?
    • How long does it take?

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Tatayo

Instructor

About Instructor

Tatayo (“Fruit of the Wind”) first arrived in Gabon in 1971 at the age of 21 and became a Gabonese citizen. In 1979, he became the first white person to be initiated into the Bwiti Fang tradition in Gabon. In 1994, he was initiated into the Misokko tradition. As a guide for numerous expeditions and missions, including those of National Geographic, the BBC, and others, Tatayo is considered to have “opened the door” to westerners in Gabon.

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Please see below for start and finish dates/times. This course is currently being offered live and dates/times will change throughout the year.

$375

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This course includes

  • Modules 2
  • Duration 5 Hours
  • Skills Beginner
  • Language English
  • Availability Always
  • Certificate CE

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