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Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™
A specialized approach that combines EMDR therapy and ketamine-assisted treatment to support deeper trauma processing, nervous system flexibility, and lasting emotional healing.
Offered by Ashley Vande Slunt, LMFT
Founder & Clinical Director of Hidden Trails Therapy
Are you feeling stuck despite years of therapy, insight, or personal growth?
Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ offers a specialized approach for individuals seeking deeper healing from trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, and long-standing emotional patterns. By combining EMDR therapy with ketamine-assisted treatment prescribed and monitored by an independent medical provider, this approach may help increase emotional flexibility, reduce internal barriers to healing, and support lasting change.
Rather than simply managing symptoms, Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ is designed to help create new pathways for healing, connection, and growth.
The Science Behind Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™
Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ combines the structured, evidence-based approach of EMDR therapy with ketamine treatment prescribed and monitored by an independent medical provider.
EMDR helps the brain process and integrate distressing memories that may remain stored in an unprocessed form following overwhelming experiences. Ketamine may temporarily increase neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to form new neural connections, while also supporting greater emotional flexibility and openness during the therapeutic process.
Why Combine Ketamine and EMDR?
Emerging research suggests that ketamine may help create conditions that support:
Increased access to difficult memories and emotions
Greater emotional flexibility and self-compassion
Reduced self-critical thinking and rigid patterns
Enhanced memory reconsolidation and integration
Improved nervous system adaptability and resilience
By combining the structure of EMDR with the neuroplasticity-enhancing effects of ketamine, Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ may help some individuals move through long-standing patterns that have remained difficult to resolve through traditional therapy alone.Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ is a trademarked model developed by the Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ Institute. Ketamine treatment is prescribed and medically managed by an independent healthcare provider.
Wondering if Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ may be right for you?
This approach may be a good fit if you:
Have participated in therapy before but still feel stuck in the same emotional patterns
• Understand your experiences intellectually but struggle to create lasting change
• Continue to experience symptoms of trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, or burnout despite previous treatment
• Feel disconnected from yourself, your body, or your sense of safety
• Notice that protective patterns such as perfectionism, overachievement, people-pleasing, avoidance, or self-criticism continue to shape your life
• Have difficulty accessing emotions or memories that feel important to your healing
• Feel trapped in survival mode and long for greater ease, flexibility, and connection
• Experience strong emotional reactions that seem larger than the present situation
• Have completed traditional talk therapy and are seeking a deeper, more experiential approach
• Want to address healing through both the mind and nervous system, rather than insight alone
• Are curious about an approach that combines trauma therapy, neuroscience, and nervous system healing
• Desire meaningful and lasting change, not simply symptom management
Grew up feeling responsible for everyone else's needs and continue to struggle with self-worth, boundaries, or emotional safety in relationships
Sometimes Healing Requires A Different Path
For some individuals, traditional therapy creates awareness but does not fully resolve the emotional patterns, protective strategies, or nervous system responses that continue to impact daily life.
Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ combines EMDR therapy with ketamine treatment prescribed and monitored by an independent medical provider to support deeper processing, greater emotional flexibility, and a renewed sense of connection to yourself and your healing journey.
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What Makes Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ Different?
For some individuals, traditional therapy creates awareness but does not fully resolve the emotional patterns and nervous system responses that continue to feel stuck.
Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ combines EMDR therapy with ketamine-assisted treatment prescribed and monitored by an independent medical provider to support deeper processing, emotional flexibility, and meaningful healing.
Why Choose Hidden Trails Therapy for Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™?
About the founder& Clinical Director
I'm Ashley Vande Slunt, LMFT (she/her), Founder and Clinical Director of Hidden Trails Therapy. I specialize in helping adults heal from trauma, anxiety, chronic stress, burnout, and long-standing emotional patterns through an integrative approach that honors both the mind and nervous system.
My work combines EMDR therapy, somatic and nervous system–informed healing, Internal Family Systems (IFS)–informed work, and psychedelic preparation and integration. Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, I help clients understand and heal the underlying experiences, protective patterns, and nervous system responses that may continue to shape their lives.
My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in safety. Together, we'll create space for deeper healing, greater self-compassion, and meaningful change that supports lasting integration.
If you're curious whether Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ may be a good fit for your healing journey, I invite you to explore further or reach out with questions.
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GETTING STARTED IS EASY
Step 01
Preparation & Readiness Consultation:
We'll explore your history, goals, and readiness for Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ while building resources, regulation skills, and a foundation for safe and meaningful processing.
Step 02
Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ Sessions:
Once prepared, we'll engage in Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ sessions designed to support deeper processing, emotional flexibility, and healing with the support of a prescribing medical provider.
Step 03
Integration & Continued Support:
Together, we'll process insights, strengthen new patterns, and support the integration of your experience so healing can continue beyond the session itself.
Ready to Explore
a Different Path Forward?
Let’s Get Started
Schedule a complimentary consultation to explore whether Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ may be a fit for your healing journey.
Together, we'll create a path toward greater connection, resilience, and lasting healing.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
If you have more questions or are ready to start your SSP journey, feel free to reach out—I’m here to help guide you every step of the way.
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Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ combines EMDR therapy with ketamine treatment prescribed and monitored by an independent medical provider. This specialized approach is designed to support deeper processing, emotional flexibility, and healing for individuals who feel stuck despite previous therapy or personal growth work.
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No. Hidden Trails Therapy nor Therapist(s) at Hidden Trails Therapy handle, serve, provide/dispense, or prescribe ketamine. Ketamine treatment is provided through collaboration with an independent medical provider who is responsible for screening, prescribing, and ongoing medical oversight.
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Treatment generally includes three phases:
Preparation: Building resources, establishing safety, and identifying treatment goals.
Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ Sessions: Engaging in EMDR processing while supported by ketamine treatment prescribed and monitored by an independent medical provider.
Integration: Processing insights, strengthening new patterns, and supporting lasting change in daily life.
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Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ is not appropriate for everyone. Medical eligibility is determined by the prescribing provider, and clinical readiness is evaluated as part of the preparation process. If another approach appears to be a better fit for your needs, we will discuss alternative options and recommendations.
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Preparation is an important part of the Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ process. Most clients participate in multiple preparation sessions to build safety, strengthen nervous system regulation skills, identify treatment goals, and determine readiness. The exact number of preparation sessions varies based on individual needs and clinical considerations.
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At Hidden Trails Therapy, Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ is not viewed as a standalone intervention. Preparation helps build safety, strengthen regulation skills, identify treatment goals, and create a foundation for meaningful processing and integration. Many clients find that this preparation phase becomes an important part of the healing process itself.
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EMDR Intensives provide an accelerated format for focused trauma processing through extended EMDR sessions.
Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ combines EMDR therapy with ketamine treatment prescribed and monitored by an independent medical provider and may be beneficial for individuals seeking deeper access to unresolved experiences, greater emotional flexibility, or support when traditional approaches have felt incomplete.
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Every person's healing journey is unique. Some individuals notice meaningful shifts during preparation, while others experience changes during or after Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ sessions. Lasting healing often unfolds over time as insights and experiences are integrated into daily life.
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Preparation is an essential part of the process. Before beginning Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™, we'll spend time building resources, strengthening nervous system regulation skills, identifying treatment goals, and ensuring you feel informed and supported. You will also receive guidance regarding preparation from your prescribing medical provider.
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To support the EMDR portion of treatment, clients will need a reliable internet connection, a private space free from interruptions, EMDR tappers, and headphones. Over-the-ear headphones are recommended whenever possible, as they often provide a more immersive and comfortable experience during processing.
Additional preparation and technology recommendations will be reviewed during the preparation phase to help ensure you feel confident and supported before beginning treatment.
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Insurance may be used for preparation and integration sessions when clinically appropriate and covered by your plan. However, Ketamine Assisted EMDR Therapy™ administration sessions are not billable to insurance and are offered as a private-pay service.
Ketamine-related medical services are billed separately through the prescribing provider. We will review fees, scheduling, and treatment options during your consultation so you can make an informed decision about care.
By condensing the healing process into a shorter time frame, EMDR Intensives allow for deeper, more focused work, which can lead to faster and more lasting results. While this service is an investment, many clients find the value in the rapid progress and transformative outcomes it provides. If you have any questions about payment options, feel free to reach out for more information.