Ketamine Connections

Episode 35 | From Chronic Pain to Contact: CRPS, Ketamine, and an Extraterrestrial Encounter


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In this powerful episode of Ketamine Connections, we explore the deeply personal story of Kevin VanHeesch, who has lived with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) for nearly a decade. Kevin shares his experience navigating a labyrinth of treatments — including spinal cord stimulation and ketamine infusions — and how he ultimately found relief and transformation through psychedelic therapy.

Joining us in spirit is Kristen Johnson, founder of Ketamine Pain Center, the clinic that helped guide Kevin toward healing. Kristen has over 30 years of healthcare experience and founded Mountain View Clinical Research before opening one of Colorado’s most trusted ketamine clinics focused on neuropathic pain.

🎧 In this episode, we explore:

  • Kevin’s raw and inspiring story of resilience with CRPS
  • The emotional, spiritual, and physical impacts of ketamine therapy
  • How the right clinic, care team, and mindset make a world of difference

If you or someone you love is dealing with chronic pain, this episode offers hope, realness, and resources.

🌄 Featured Guest:

Kevin VanHeesch
CRPS warrior and ketamine therapy advocate

With Special Promotion for:
Kristen Johnson
Founder of Ketamine Pain Center – treating neuropathic pain through ketamine infusion therapy in Colorado.

Learn more: www.ketaminecolorado.com

🌀 Want to Feel This Kind of Support on Your Journey?

Whether it’s your first time exploring ketamine or you’ve already done a few sessions — how you prepare changes everything. That’s why I created the Ketamine Preparation Program (KPP) — a self-paced, powerful course that helps you get the most out of your ketamine experience.

Launching April 9, KPP gives you:

  • Guided intention-setting practices
  • Nervous system prep tools to help you feel safe and grounded
  • Subconscious rewiring techniques (hi, hypnotherapy!)
  • Clear, step-by-step integration support
  • And a framework that brings it all together

🎉 Learn more and get on the list here → [Insert Link]

Thank you for listening to Ketamine Connections. If this episode resonated, share it with someone who needs it. Healing is possible — and it doesn’t have to happen alone. 💛

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