The Healing Journey: Ketamine's Path from Pain to Peace with Dr. Trish Henrie Barrus
Today’s guest is Dr. Trish Henrie Barrus, a seasoned psychologist and professor. She discusses the transformative potential of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. With a wealth of experience at the intersection of mental health and therapeutic innovation, Dr. Barrus explains how ketamine, traditionally used for pain relief, is breaking new ground in treating severe depression, anxiety, and PTSD. This session not only sheds light on the science behind ketamine’s rapid effects on neural pathways but also shares patient stories of profound recovery and change. Tune in as Dr. Barrus talks about the challenges and successes of bringing this powerful treatment into modern therapy practices, offering hope and a new perspective on mental health recovery.
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Introducing Dr. Trish Henrie Barrus on Mindset Podcast
- 00:01:32 - Teaching Positive Psychology: Insights from the University of Utah
- 00:02:48 - Impactful Courses: Coping with Difficult People and Addictive Thinking
- 00:05:06 - Exploring Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy's Potential
- 00:06:20 - Ketamine's Role in Rapid Mental Health Transformation
- 00:07:35 - Ketamine: A Catalyst for Rapid Psychological Change
- 00:09:00 - Overcoming Deep-Rooted Trauma with Ketamine
- 00:11:00 - Patient Testimonials: Life Before and After Ketamine
- 00:17:13 - Psilocybin vs. Ketamine: Pioneering the Future of Psychotherapy
- 00:18:45 - Step-by-Step: Experiencing Ketamine Therapy
- 00:20:12 - Guiding Patients Through Ketamine Sessions: The Role of Therapists
- 00:22:33 - Real-Time: Experiencing a Ketamine Session
- 00:25:27 - Post-Session Reflections: Immediate Changes and Insights
- 00:28:44 - The Lasting Impact of Ketamine Therapy on Daily Life
- 00:33:16 - The Profound Effects of Ketamine: A Personal Reflection
Links and Resources:
- Dr. Trish Henrie Barrus on LinkedIn
- InteraSolutions, Inc.
- Andrew on LinkedIn
- Andrew on Twitter/X
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