Beyond Microdosing: The Mindbloom Approach to Ketamine Therapy

While the practice of 'microdosing' – taking small, sub-perceptual doses of a substance – has garnered attention recently, at Mindbloom, we take a different approach. 

Mindbloom doesn’t provide microdosing services because we believe, and have demonstrated, that the dissociative/psychedelic experience facilitated by full ketamine doses leads to better long-term outcomes for our clients.

We believe that the benefits of ketamine treatment and psychedelic therapy extend beyond what microdosing is able to offer.

Addressing Root Causes

We structure everything in this way because our protocol aims not only to manage symptoms, but to help individuals address the root causes of these conditions. 

The experience induced by our dosing protocol can enable a deep exploration of oneself, providing the opportunity to identify and confront underlying or unresolved issues. 

Ketamine dosing sessions are typically followed by symptom alleviation, including temporary mood elevation, increased mental flexibility, and other neurobiological benefits – while also providing the opportunity for deeper work to unfold and key insights to arise throughout the course of treatment.

This depth of exploration is typically not possible with microdosing, which tends to focus more directly on symptom management.

Integration and Support

A cornerstone of Mindbloom's protocol is the emphasis on ongoing integration and support. 

We understand that the medicine experience is only one part of the healing journey. Clients are paired with both a psychiatric clinician and a guide throughout their program. 

This care team provides support before, during, and after sessions, helping clients process their experiences and integrate the insights gained into their daily lives. We also have a comprehensive library of therapeutic pathways, focusing on the skills and insights to help individuals cultivate self-love, overcome anxiety, heal depression, and more.

Microdosing can happen without this level of clinical or therapeutic support. This absence of detailed guidance and ongoing integration might limit the long-term benefits and durability of the treatment.

Personalization of Treatment

At Mindbloom, mental health treatment is as unique as the individual receiving it. 

That's why our protocol includes the possibility for personalization, with adjustments to dosage and treatment plans based on the individual's response and needs. 

Everything from the session music to the guide they work with can be personalized. Clients can choose the topics they want to focus on most and have a variety of support options between sessions. 

This dynamic approach contrasts with microdosing, where individuals are often following a one-size-fits-all regimen, without the benefit of professional oversight or deeper personalization.

The Full Experience Works

One key distinction between microdosing and Mindbloom's protocol lies in the psychedelic or dissociative experience that ketamine is proven to facilitate. 

The doses used in our protocol can induce a state of safe dissociation or psychedelic experience. It is these experiences and states of mind that can bring about key personal insights, important emotional distance, or a powerful moment for clients.

The results speak for themselves. Mindbloom was found to be more effective than traditional treatments like talk therapy, SSRI antidepressants, even other forms of ketamine therapy – with 63% of clients reporting a 50% or more reduction of their symptoms. 

Conclusion

In conclusion, while microdosing has its place in the wider discussion on novel mental health treatments, Mindbloom's ketamine therapy protocol offers unique advantages. 

It is designed to provide not only symptomatic relief but also transformative experiences that can aid in personal growth and healing. 

With a focus on individualized treatment, professional support, and the potential for profound insights, our protocol stands as a distinctive and promising approach in the mental health space and ketamine treatment generally.