Ketamine Therapy North Carolina
When You’re Ready to Break Through What Talk Therapy Alone Can’t Reach
Are You Ready For Healing That Rewires Patterns, Not Just Explains Them?
You already understand your patterns. You know why you shut down in hard moments. You know why you become anxious, angry, overwhelmed, or numb. You can trace it back to your childhood, past relationships, or painful experiences. And yet… when the moment hits, your body takes over.
You still feel hijacked by emotion. You still react in ways you later regret. You still find yourself stuck in the same loops , no matter how much insight you have.
Can you relate to what this feels like in your body, maybe even right now as you read this?
A tight, gripping sensation in your chest or a knot in your stomach that won’t fully relax
Sudden waves of anxiety that rush through you- your heart racing, breath getting shallow
Bursts of anger that flare up fast, before you can stop them
A heavy, dull numbness, like you’re moving through life on autopilot
Deep exhaustion in your body and bones from always holding it together
A sinking feeling of shame, knowing you want to change but feeling stuck
The truth is that even though cognitive insight can be satisfying and can help things make sense, it’s not nearly enough, understanding alone rarely creates real change. What you really need is a new corrective emotional experience where fear softens, safety grows, and your nervous system learns that you don’t have to stay in survival anymore. As Einstein said: “All knowledge is experience. Everything else is just information.”
Just Imagine This:
• Emotions no longer crash over you like waves you can’t control
• Your reactions slow down — giving you space to choose instead of explode, shut down, or spiral
• Calm becomes something you can actually feel in your body, not just wish for
• Hope quietly returns, where exhaustion and heaviness once lived
• The constant tension you carry begins to soften, replaced by a sense of flow and ease
You start to notice when old patterns show up, and instead of being pulled under by them, you’re able to move through them with awareness and strength.
Along the way, many people discover resilience, confidence, and inner resources they never knew they had. This isn’t just about managing symptoms or coping a little better. It’s about transforming how you experience yourself , so life feels lighter, safer, more connected, and fully lived.
Hi, I'm Irina, and I Can Help You Live a Full Life
I know what it's like to carry weight you can't quite name. To live with anxiety that won't quiet down. To navigate ADHD when your brain feels like it's firing in a thousand directions at once. To manage chronic pain that exhausts you, not just physically, but emotionally. To survive divorce and wonder if you'll ever feel whole again. I don't just talk the talk. I swear. I cry. I'm real.
I'm also a mom who knows what it feels like to be overwhelmed, to juggle too much, and feel like you're failing at all of it. I'm a human who's had to do and is still doing my own deep healing work. And I'm a therapist who's obsessed with actually getting results for my clients.
That's why I don't just show up and wing it. I invest in myself constantly though advanced trainings, monthly consultation with experts I pay because I refuse to plateau. I track my outcomes. I study the brain like it's my favorite mystery to solve. Because this isn't just a job for me. It's my love.
And here's the thing: I take on a very limited number of clients at a time. Because no one wants to be client #34 on my caseload. You're a person I genuinely care about. I see you. I'm fully invested in your healing.
I love Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy because I've seen what it can do when trauma, anxiety, or pain has literally rewired your nervous system. KAP creates a window where real healing can happen, not just talking about your pain, but actually processing it and letting it go.
You deserve more than survival. You deserve to feel alive again. And I'd be honored to help you get there.
Why Traditional Hour-by-Hour Sessions Just Don't Cut It Anymore
Look, you've been to therapy before. Maybe multiple times. And you're not a therapy skeptic, it's genuinely helped in some ways. But this time around, you're craving something different. Something that goes deeper and actually sticks.
You're not interested in another worksheet on "coping strategies" or breathing exercises you found on Instagram three years ago. Hell, and it’s better be better than what Dr. ChatGPT can come with at 2 am. You want an approach that helps you actually change and sustain that change, not just survive another week.
That's why I stopped doing the traditional weekly grind. Here's what that usually looks like: You show up. Spend the first chunk catching me up on your week. ("So Tuesday was rough, then my boss said this thing...") Then we dig in for—what, twenty minutes?—before we have to start wrapping up because the clock is ticking and someone else is in the waiting room. You leave feeling like you just started to get somewhere... and then you wait seven days to try again.
Rinse. Repeat. Forever.
Real breakthroughs? Rare. Because you can't build momentum when you're constantly stopping and starting like a jerky YouTube video buffering on slow WiFi.
Intensives Fill The Gap That Weekly Therapy Couldn’t
In a six-hour session, we're not watching the clock. We're not rushing. We can stay with the hard, uncomfortable stuff long enough to actually understand what's driving your patterns AND shift them in real time, right there in the room.
One intensive often delivers what would take months of weekly sessions. Because instead of talking about your anxiety, your relationship struggles, or your stuck places on repeat, you actually process them. You leave with clarity, relief, and a sense that real change is actually possible.
“It was my first time experiencing ketamine assisted psychotherapy (KAP) and I was nervous. I was also eager to shift some thought dynamics I was stuck in, but mostly nervous. Irina’s calm grounded energy, good humor and confidence from the get-go helped me not only relax into the process, but have an amazing experience! Because I knew she was there, in charge and fully with me, I could let go and be open. Her insights, presence and laughter as we integrated my experience will mark this as one of the best experiences of my life. I can’t recommend her highly enough. Especially if you are new to this modality!”
How the Ketamine Therapy North Carolina Intensive Format Works
Most therapy feels like trying to build a house five minutes at a time. You show up, lay a brick, talk about your week, and just when you're getting somewhere—time's up. See you next week. Start over. Intensives work differently. We go all in. One full day. Six hours. No clock-watching. No "we'll pick this up next week." We stay with what's hard until you actually move through it—not just talk about it.
Here's the flow:
Morning: We Get Clear
We start by understanding what's really going on. What's driving your anxiety, your stuck patterns, your pain. We map it out together so we know exactly where we're heading.
Midday: We Go Deep
This is where the real work happens. We don't stop when it gets uncomfortable—that's when breakthroughs happen. Whether we're using Brainspotting, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, or intensive emotional processing, we stay with it until something shifts.
Afternoon: We Integrate
We don't just leave you hanging with big emotions and no container. We process what came up, make sense of it together, and give you tools to carry this forward into your real life.
You leave different than you came. Not just with insights. With an actual corrective emotional experience of feeling unstuck. Of breathing easier. Of knowing what to do next.
One intensive = 10+ weeks of traditional therapy. Because we're not starting from scratch every seven days. We're building momentum in real time.
What people are saying on Google about Counseling Raleigh NC with Irina
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“We've just completed a full day EFT intensive with Irina, and are shocked how much we didn't know about how each of us was really feeling on the inside (we have been together for a very long time). This technique is simply amazing and I am actually excited to continue working on my relationship for the very first time ever. Just do it.”
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“Irina is such a joy to speak with. She has a warm and compassionate demeanor and is incredibly thoughtful, while also always being honest and asking you to do the same. She has so much knowledge on multiple therapeutical modalities and theories. I always love picking her brain and hearing what insights she has on different topics. She also consistently works to continue her own education and learn new ways to enhance her practice. I wish everyone could have someone like Irina in their corner.”
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“There are no words to adequately describe the incredible therapy I received from Irina. She is truly one of a kind. While struggling with divorce and all the feelings and emotions that entails, therapy with Irina was truly a Blessing for me. She is so insightful and knowledgeable in so many ways. My time in therapy with her changed my life!!!”
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Irina has been an absolute blessing in our lives. With her compassionate approach, she has not only helped to save our marriage but also guided us towards a future filled with love, understanding, and anticipation. We are now proud parents-to-be, expecting twins, and we owe a great portion of our unity to Irina's expertise.
From our very first session, Irina made it a priority to ensure that both my husband and I felt heard and understood. Her genuine nature and empathetic demeanor created a safe space for us to express our deepest fears, frustrations, and desires. Irina's ability to connect with us on an emotional level fostered a sense of trust that was vital for the healing process.
One of the most remarkable aspects of Irina's approach is her authenticity. She never hesitated to challenge us when necessary, encouraging us to confront uncomfortable truths and address unresolved issues. Her guidance extended beyond mere words, as she provided practical recommendations for activities and work that would help us rebuild our connection. We followed her suggestions, and even months later, we continue to reap the benefits.
What truly sets Irina apart is her genuine passion for counseling. It is evident that she isn't driven by financial gain but rather by a sincere desire to help couples find happiness and harmony. Irina consistently demonstrated that she had our best interests at heart, and she never hesitated to let us know when she believed we were ready to graduate from therapy or when she felt we needed more work. This level of transparency and honesty allowed us to trust her deeply.
If you find yourself in need of a marriage therapist who leads with compassion, authenticity, and true dedication to her craft, we wholeheartedly recommend Irina. She has the power to transform relationships and bring joy and fulfillment back into your life. Trust in her expertise, and you will find yourself on a path towards a brighter, happier future.
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“I'm so beyond thankful I found Irina during a critical time in my life. I needed someone to help me find solutions. She never imposed her own opinions or values on me and from the first phone call she made me feel heard and understood. Her advice to me has made a lasting impact and for that I'm so grateful. I do believe she genuinely cares.”
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Irina is a caring, compassionate therapist who is passionately committed to helping couples increase intimacy, , connection, and healing. With kindness, professionalism, and a refreshing balance of directness and humor, she works intentionally to create safety for tackling some of the real sticky issues that arise in relationship. I never hesitate to refer couples who are looking to deepen their relationship to Irina because i trust they will be in great hands.
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“Irena is incredibly talented! I initially saw her to address one specific issue, but our work together uncovered a few deeper things from my past that had been quietly holding me back in the present. With her guidance, I was able to heal old trauma and finally break free. The transformation happened in record time, and I truly feel like a new person. She is worth every cent of the investment, and the peace and freedom I feel now are absolutely priceless. I cannot recommend her enough!”