Advanced Treatment for Depression, Trauma, and Addiction
At Halo Ridge Recovery Institute, we offer ketamine-assisted therapy (KAT) as part of our comprehensive addiction and mental health treatment program.
Located in the mountains above Courtenay, on Vancouver Island, Halo Ridge provides a private residence setting where advanced medical treatments are combined with structured psychotherapy and integrative healing practices.
Ketamine-assisted therapy is an emerging treatment used in specialized clinical programs for individuals experiencing treatment-resistant depression, trauma, and other mental health disorders. When delivered in a medically supervised environment and integrated with psychotherapy, ketamine therapy can help individuals access new psychological insight, emotional flexibility, and relief from severe symptoms that may not respond to traditional treatments.
At Halo Ridge, ketamine therapy is carefully integrated into a comprehensive recovery model designed to support meaningful and lasting change.
Residential Ketamine-Assisted Therapy in British Columbia
Halo Ridge Recovery Institute is among the only treatment programs in British Columbia offering ketamine-assisted therapy as part of a structured inpatient recovery program. While ketamine therapy is available in some outpatient medical clinics, access within a private treatment environment remains extremely limited in Canada.
At Halo Ridge, ketamine-assisted therapy is delivered within a comprehensive inpatient treatment model where medical care, psychotherapy, and therapeutic integration occur within the same structured setting. This allows clients to receive continuous clinical support before, during, and after treatment sessions, helping to maximize therapeutic benefit and safety.
By combining medically supervised ketamine therapy withinpatient addiction and mental health treatment, Halo Ridge offers a level of care not widely available elsewhere in British Columbia.
Originally developed as an anesthetic, ketamine has been widely studied in recent years for its ability to rapidly reduce symptoms of severe depression, trauma, and suicidal ideation when administered in controlled medical settings.
Unlike traditional antidepressants that can take weeks to become effective, ketamine can produce rapid neurological changes that help restore communication between key brain networks involved in mood regulation and emotional processing.
When paired with psychotherapy, ketamine may help individuals:
• Interrupt rigid thought patterns
• Access difficult emotions safely
• Process trauma
• Reduce cravings and compulsive behaviors
• Increase psychological flexibility
• Reconnect with motivation and hope
This therapeutic process allows individuals to engage more deeply in the broader recovery work that follows.
Conditions Ketamine-Assisted Therapy May Support
Ketamine-assisted therapy is increasingly used in specialized treatment programs for individuals experiencing:
• Treatment-resistant depression
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Anxiety disorders
• Substance use disorders
• Complex trauma
• Suicidal ideation
• Mood disorders
Clinical research suggests ketamine may also help reduce addiction-related cravings and relapse risk, particularly when combined with structured psychotherapy and recovery programming.
The Halo Ridge Ketamine Therapy Process
At Halo Ridge Recovery Institute, ketamine-assisted therapy is delivered within a carefully structured and medically supervised framework.
Clinical Assessment
Before beginning treatment, each client receives a comprehensive evaluation to determine whether ketamine-assisted therapy is appropriate for their needs and medical history.
Preparation
Clients meet with clinical staff to prepare for treatment sessions, establish therapeutic goals, and build a supportive framework for the experience.
Medically Supervised Ketamine Sessions
Ketamine treatments are conducted in a controlled clinical setting under professional supervision to ensure safety and comfort.
Integration Therapy
Following each treatment session, therapists work with clients to integrate insights and emotional experiences into their broader recovery process.
Integration is a critical component of ketamine-assisted therapy, helping individuals translate new perspectives into lasting behavioral change.
Ketamine Therapy Within a Comprehensive Recovery Program
At Halo Ridge, ketamine-assisted therapy is not a stand-alone intervention.
Instead, it is integrated into a broader treatment model that may include:
• Evidence-based psychotherapy
• Trauma-informed care
• Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
• Somatic and nervous system regulation work
• Breathwork and mindfulness practices
• Restorative wellness therapies
This integrated approach ensures that ketamine therapy supports deeper healing within a structured clinical program
Ketamine Therapy in Canada
Ketamine-assisted therapy is increasingly recognized across Canada as a promising treatment for individuals struggling with severe depression and trauma-related conditions.
However, the treatment must be delivered within a medically supervised clinical framework and integrated with psychotherapy to ensure both safety and therapeutic effectiveness.
At Halo Ridge Recovery Institute, our clinical team follows structured protocols designed to support safe administration, meaningful therapeutic engagement, and long-term recovery outcomes.
Begin Your Recovery
If you or a loved one is struggling with depression, trauma, or addiction, advanced treatment options may provide a new path forward.
Halo Ridge Recovery Institute offers a private, clinically grounded recovery program where medical innovation and integrative healing come together in a setting designed for transformation.
Healing begins with the right support.
