Navigating ‘k-land’: a qualitative exploration of participants’ experiences of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for methamphetamine use disorder - Takeaways - MDSpire

Navigating ‘k-land’: a qualitative exploration of participants’ experiences of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for methamphetamine use disorder

  • By

  • Kathryn Fletcher

  • Nadine Ezard

  • Krista J. Siefried

  • Sophie van der Helder

  • Jack Freestone

  • Jonathan Brett

  • Robert May

  • Liam Acheson

  • Brendan Clifford

  • June 24, 2026

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    Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) shows promise for treating methamphetamine use disorder (MAUD) but requires further investigation into its mechanisms.

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    Participants in the study reported a structured and supportive context as crucial for their engagement with KAP.

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    The experience of ketamine created a temporary state of 'psychological space' that facilitated engagement with psychotherapy.

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    Behavioral changes in methamphetamine use were variable and depended on ongoing therapeutic engagement and personal motivation.

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    Participants expressed uncertainty about whether observed changes were due to ketamine, psychotherapy, or contextual factors.

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Navigating ‘k-land’: a qualitative exploration of participants’ experiences of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for methamphetamine use disorder

  • by Kathryn Fletcher, Nadine Ezard, Krista J. Siefried, Sophie van der Helder, Jack Freestone, Jonathan Brett, Robert May, Liam Acheson, Brendan Clifford

  • June 24, 2026

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