Beginner IM KAP Manual
Beginner IM KAP Manual
A practical introduction to intramuscular ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, written primarily for clinicians beginning to practice KAP.
Beginner IM KAP Manual
What Is Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?
Written for Clinicians New to KAP — Accessible to Curious Patients
A practical, structured introduction to intramuscular ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Written primarily for clinicians beginning to practice KAP. Patients seeking a deeper understanding of the treatment model may also find it useful — though reading it is entirely optional and has no bearing on candidacy or care.
Dr. (Andrew) Dror Rosenbach, MD
Who This Book Is For
- Clinicians new to KAP who want a clear, structured introduction to the IM KAP model
- Therapists, integration providers, and referring clinicians seeking an accessible overview of this treatment approach
- Patients who are curious and want a deeper understanding of the treatment model — though reading it is entirely optional and not expected
- Family members who want context about what a loved one may be undertaking
What the Book Covers
What KAP is
A clear explanation of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy as a structured clinical model, not simply a medication.
Why IM ketamine is different
How intramuscular administration differs from other routes and why the therapeutic frame matters.
Preparation
Why preparation sessions are a core part of the treatment, not a formality.
Session structure
What to expect before, during, and after an IM ketamine session in a psychiatrist-led context.
Integration
How to make sense of the experience afterward and why integration is as important as the session itself.
Safety and candidacy
An honest account of who KAP may be appropriate for, who it may not be, and how candidacy is evaluated.
How It Connects to This Practice
This manual reflects the same structured, psychiatrist-led model used at Mindful Pathways in Tel Aviv: careful screening and evaluation, individualized preparation, IM ketamine sessions in a controlled setting, and psychotherapy-based integration.
Reading the book is not expected of patients and does not affect candidacy. For those who are simply curious about how the treatment works, it may provide useful context — but it is not preparation material and should not be treated as such.
Frequently Asked Questions
Educational Resource Disclaimer
These books and website materials are educational resources only. They do not provide individualized medical advice, establish a doctor-patient relationship, determine eligibility for ketamine treatment, or replace a formal psychiatric evaluation. Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy is not appropriate for everyone. Candidacy is determined through clinical screening, review of medical and psychiatric history, and individualized psychiatric assessment.