What Other Providers Are Saying

4 star rating

A great course to check out!

Renee L

I am really glad I stumbled upon this course. As a first responder of over two-decades and someone now going into the field of psychology, I am definitely in...

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I am really glad I stumbled upon this course. As a first responder of over two-decades and someone now going into the field of psychology, I am definitely interested in some of the "other" types of modalities and treatments being offered, and equally was surprised to hear about the use of ketamine in therapy. Although I'm not 100% certain how I feel about it either way, I will say, learning about it here in this course really was eye opening for me and and changed my perspective quite a bit. Now I still have a lot of questions going forward as far as the potential downsides to this type of therapy, especially when it relates to drug interactions etc, but equally, I am definitely open to learning more about this in the future and seeing where this might implement into my future, not only for myself but also potentially with future patients. Definitely would recommend checking out this course, you won't be disappointed! Thanks!

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5 star rating

Spend Time Here!

Nicole M

What a great presentation! Well-paced and no post-video question overload like so many other CE providers. Alex takes great care in presenting a well-rounded...

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What a great presentation! Well-paced and no post-video question overload like so many other CE providers. Alex takes great care in presenting a well-rounded perspective of Ketamine therapy not only from an educational lens but from her own personal experience. I highly recommend!

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5 star rating

Best EMS CME EVER!

Akeem P

Literally the most informative but engaging EMS CME I have ever taken. The design of each module was aesthetically pleasing and the narration was not boring ...

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Literally the most informative but engaging EMS CME I have ever taken. The design of each module was aesthetically pleasing and the narration was not boring and drone like. Alexandra is incredibly intelligent but also speaks to the providers in a very down to earth and easy to ingest way. 10/10 would recommend all of her CME's.

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5 star rating

Kethamine Therapy for Wounded Helper

Liliana R

It was amazing to see ketamine can be used in such a different way than how it is used in the field and also interested to understand that even when you use ...

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It was amazing to see ketamine can be used in such a different way than how it is used in the field and also interested to understand that even when you use it in the field it is important to prepare your patient what they will experience before hand.

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5 star rating

Well organized and a much needed topic for discussion

Natalie C

Mental health is a limitation that comes with our careers. This should be an area that is talked about and addressed from the start, and well past retirement...

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Mental health is a limitation that comes with our careers. This should be an area that is talked about and addressed from the start, and well past retirement. This training is well organized and insightful on one of the many therapeutic modalities that are available to treat PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicide that plagues many first responders.

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5 star rating

Great information!

Lynn B

As a 40+ year paramedic dealing with my share of PTSD-related demons, and an EMS educator, I found this course to contain a ton of valuable information. I n...

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As a 40+ year paramedic dealing with my share of PTSD-related demons, and an EMS educator, I found this course to contain a ton of valuable information. I now have a whole new opinion of ketamine in general, and curiosity as to whether or not I would benefit from KAP.

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5 star rating

Amazing Education!

Nicholas T

As a EMS Provider myself, a patient part of the KAP program, this provided even much more knowledge of how it all works and ties together than I started with...

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As a EMS Provider myself, a patient part of the KAP program, this provided even much more knowledge of how it all works and ties together than I started with. Great education, very informational.

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What You'll Learn

Ketamine-assisted therapy is an innovative and fast-acting treatment approach showing significant promise for individuals struggling with depression, PTSD, and other trauma-related conditions, especially those in high-stress professions like first responders. Originally developed as an anesthetic, ketamine has been repurposed in controlled, therapeutic settings to help reset patterns of thought and emotion that become “stuck” after trauma. Unlike traditional antidepressants, which can take weeks to work, ketamine often produces rapid relief, sometimes within hours or days. When combined with psychotherapy, this approach allows individuals to process experiences with greater clarity, emotional safety, and neuroplasticity. This session explores the growing body of research behind ketamine therapy, including its mechanisms of action in the brain, its safety profile, and why it may be particularly effective for frontline workers coping with chronic stress, burnout, and cumulative trauma. We’ll also address common myths and stigma surrounding ketamine treatment and discuss how it’s being integrated into broader mental health care models. Participants will leave with a clear understanding of how ketamine-assisted psychotherapy works, who it’s best suited for, and how it’s helping to change the landscape of trauma recovery for first responders.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Housekeeping

    • Pre-Course Reflection Question

    • Intro: Ketamine Therapy for the Wounded Helper

  • 2

    Module 1: Facts, History, and Psychotherapy Insights

    • 1.1 History of Ketamine

    • 1.2 A Drug Overview of Ketamine

    • 1.3 A Note About Hallucinations

    • M1 Assess Your Learning

  • 3

    Module 2: Research, Limitations and Therapeutic Mechanism

    • 2.1 Limitations in the Research

    • 2.2 What Does the Research Say?

    • 2.3 How Does KAP Work?

    • 2.4 Stigma, Safety & the Death of Matthew Perry

    • M2 Assess Your Learning

  • 4

    Module 3: Optimizing Ketamine Therapy and Ideal Practices

    • 3.1 Pros and Cons of KAP

    • 3.2 Who is a Candidate?

    • 3.3 What’s KAP Like?

    • 3.4 How to Select a KAP Practice

    • 3.5 Optimizing KAP Results

    • 3.6 Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Retreat for Women in EMS

    • M3 Assess Your Learning

  • 5

    Bonus: NYT Documentary

    • NYT Documentary | Ketamine Therapy Offers Hope

  • 6

    Conclusion

    • Post- Course Reflection Question

    • Conclusion, Evals & Reviews

    • End of Course Evaluation

    • Course References

Meet Your Instructor

Independent Educator

Alexandra Jabr, Ph.D, EMT-P

Since beginning my EMS career in 2003, I have served in many roles within the system, including EMT, Paramedic, cardiac tech, CQI specialist, EMS Coordinator, and instructor. Still, the most fulfilling role to date has been my work as an educator and creator of Emergency Resilience, a continuing education platform offering trauma-informed CEs designed specifically for EMS providers. I also earned a Master’s degree in death, grief, and bereavement, and a Ph.D. in depth psychology, both of which routinely inform my work. As a medically retired paramedic, I’ve taken my time in the field, added my personal experiences as a bystander, and merged them with my education and research to create courses designed just for you. Emergency Resilience is an educational platform dedicated to helping you build resilience in unpredictable work environments by integrating often-overlooked topics into routine training.