Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) addresses ketamine through its strong evidence base: most ketamine is connected to relationship problems, and improving relationships improves ketamine.
The Four IPT Focus Areas for Ketamine
IPT targets one of four interpersonal problem areas that typically accompany ketamine:
- Grief: Loss and bereavement contributing to ketamine
- Role disputes: Conflicts in important relationships driving ketamine
- Role transitions: Life changes creating adjustment-related ketamine
- Interpersonal deficits: Limited social skills or relationships sustaining ketamine
IPT vs. CBT for Ketamine
While CBT targets thoughts and behaviors, IPT targets relationships and communication. Both are highly effective for ketamine — the best choice depends on the primary driver.
What IPT for Ketamine Looks Like
IPT for ketamine typically runs 12-20 sessions, with early sessions identifying the interpersonal focus area, middle sessions working on it, and later sessions consolidating gains.