Courageous You LGBTQIA+ Virtual Ketamine-Assisted Therapy Group
So you’re feeling ready to start ketamine-assisted therapy?
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Then you’ve come to the right place. Welcome to the Courageous You LGBTQIA+ Virtual Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Group, which all takes place from the comfort of your own home. Courageous You is founded by me, Sarah Wolfer, LICSW, and Certified Psychedelic-Assisted Psychotherapist and I am happy to help guide you along this next step of your healing journey.
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This group takes place every Saturday morning, 8:30-11AM for 6 weeks - DATES TBD. This group will take place once we have a minimum number of participants with aligned availability. Email info@courageousyou.us to get on the waitlist for this group.
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Courageous You is based in Seattle Washington (serving WA, ID, and FL) and is led by me, Sarah Wolfer; a licensed clinical psychotherapist with specialized training and lived experience around working with partner(s), queer folx, and non-monogamous humans. My life’s work is to provide safe and supportive spaces for queer and non-monogamous humans to explore their inner world and find the healing they need to live a fulfilling life. Courageous You is dedicated to realizing this mission by providing trauma-informed ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for those who are part of these communities.​

“Community care is important for queer psychedelic liberation because we all need a safe container within which to heal, expand, and grow; a space where all of us is welcomed, seen, and celebrated. Then our defenses may be able to melt and our light may shine with passion, joy, and courage, so that we may bring the gift of our authentic selves to our communities.” –
Ayyur Sutherland
Program Schedule

What is Ketamine?
Ketamine is a legal, safe, and effective treatment for mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, and PTSD when used under the guidance of clinicians. Its antidepressant and mood-enhancing effects are rapid, often beginning within 1-2 hours after treatment. Ketamine works by blocking NMDA receptors in the brain and indirectly stimulating AMPA receptors, which helps form new synaptic connections and strengthens neural circuits that regulate stress and mood. This action enhances overall neuroplasticity, leading to lasting improvements in symptoms. Ketamine can be administered in various ways, including IV infusion, intramuscular injection, intranasal spray, and sublingual lozenges. In my work with Journey Clinical, we exclusively use the sublingual lozenge form. This involves dissolving a small tablet in your mouth, swishing it for 12 minutes, and then spitting it out. If eligible for the program, a doctor at Journey Clinical will prescribe the medication, which will be sent to your home by a compounding pharmacy.
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Ketamine has a demonstrated efficacy in treating depression, particularly treatment- resistant depression and suicidal ideation. Ketamine has also been shown to alleviate symptoms of chronic anxiety, adjustment disorder, and PTSD. There has been emerging research that suggests Ketamine can also help those experiencing addiction, bipolar disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
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While research into ketamine treatment is still ongoing, it is understood that it works on a neurotransmitter called Glutamate (known as our “brain fertilizer”), which leads to the production of an important growth factor that helps the brain repair damaged neurons affected by stress and mental illness. This creates a neuroplastic window after a ketamine treatment, which people can use to shift internal patterns and behaviors/relational dynamics that maybe previously felt much more stuck. Ketamine treatment can improve mood within hours/ days and cause the regeneration of nerve cells over time. I talk with clients about the idea of “seizing the neuroplastic window” after a KAP treatment because the shifts one makes during that neuroplastic window will help the brain/body establish new, more adaptive patterns that are more likely to stick.
Program Overview
Why do this in a Group Setting?

“We are all just walking each other home,” Ram Dass said,
encapsulating the power of community in healing. Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) in a group setting for LGBTQIA+ folx embodies this idea by turning individual journeys of self-discovery into shared experiences. The unique effects of ketamine open the door to profound emotional processing and personal insights. When these breakthroughs happen within a supportive group, the collective energy amplifies the healing, reducing isolation and fostering a deep sense of belonging. Here, each person's story is witnessed and honored, creating a powerful, shared connection that can be transformative.
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In a group KAP setting, the healing potential is multiplied by the
presence of others who understand and share similar struggles. The
neuroplasticity induced by ketamine allows participants to explore and reframe deeply held beliefs and emotions. As these experiences are shared within the group, participants find validation, support, and new perspectives, making the therapeutic process more potent. This communal journey not only accelerates personal growth but also reinforces the strength of collective healing, especially within a
community where solidarity and mutual support are vital.


What this LGBTQIA+ Ketamine-Assisted Therapy Group at Courageous You Includes









Accompanying Workbook
As part of this program, you will receive a week by week PDF workbook I created to accompany you along your journey. This will include everything you need to know to get you ready as well as interactive activities to further your growth and learning. Here is a little sneak peak :)







How much does it cost?
The total cost for this 6-week LGBTQIA+ Ketamine-Assisted Therapy Group is $1418. This includes your initial medical screening with Journey Clinical, your ketamine prescription, 6 group sessions equating to 13 hours of therapy (including 2 preparation, 2 dosing, and 2 integration sessions), the accompanying workbook, a welcome kit in the mail, and support along every step.

Join a supportive community of queer individuals embarking on a journey of self-discovery and healing through ketamine-assisted therapy with Courageous You. This group offers a unique opportunity to connect with others who share similar experiences, fostering an environment of understanding and acceptance. Whether you're looking to heal from trauma related to your identity, seeking clarity about your gender or sexual orientation, or navigating the complexities of relationships within the queer community, our group setting provides a safe space for exploration and growth.
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