Welcome to Episode 203 of The Hard To Kill Podcast. In this episode, our host Dave Morrow is joined by guest Jo Ann Kortman, a retired police officer and mental health treatment pioneer, along with another guest, P. They dive into a compelling discussion about the use of Ketamine for therapy and its potential life-changing impact on mental health. Jo Ann shares her personal experiences with Ketamine for treatment, its effect on her mental health, and her passionate advocacy for its wider adoption and coverage by insurance companies, particularly for veterans and first responders. From addressing the stigma surrounding Ketamine to advocating for its regulated access, the episode delves into the transformative potential of Ketamine for therapy with psychotherapy in treating depression and anxiety. Join us as we explore the power of Ketamine therapy and the movement towards novel treatments for mental wellness.

Main Takeaways

- Ketamine for Therapy and Mental Health

 - Effectiveness in treating depression, anxiety, and drug-resistant depression

 - Use in PTSD and trauma treatment

 - Potential transformative impact of Ketamine for therapy with psychotherapy

 - Administration in a controlled, safe environment with medical staff monitoring

 - After-effects and experiences during therapy sessions

- Access to Ketamine for Therapy

 - Coverage options through Veterans Affairs Canada and insurance

 - Process for approval and fast turnaround time

 - Coverage by VAC for veterans and first responders

 - Efforts to advocate for coverage of Ketamine IV treatment by insurance companies

- Stigma, Legal Status, and Safety of Ketamine

 - Stigma surrounding Ketamine, especially among law enforcement and military personnel

 - Ketamine as an essential medicine listed by the World Health Organization

 - Safety and supervision in Ketamine for therapy

- Personal Experiences and Advocacy

 - Experiences of individuals with Ketamine therapy

 - Advocacy for greater access to Ketamine therapy

 - Hope for better understanding and advocacy for Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy

 - Importance of ongoing therapy alongside Ketamine treatment

- Other Psychedelic Therapies and Changing Attitudes

 - Experiences with other psychedelic journeys such as Ayahuasca and psilocybin

 - Guest's consideration and comparison of Ketamine and Ayahuasca

 - Reflection on personal attitudes towards psychedelic drugs

 - Reduction in medication and mental clarity post-psychedelic treatments

- Holistic Mental Health and Community Impact

 - Need for holistic approach to mental health

 - Impact on the wider community and families

 - Desire for greater access to Ketamine therapy for improved mental wellbeing

 - Efforts and advocacy for changes in the standard of care

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