WholeMind Healing Pathways
From Exhaustion to Empowerment: A Story of Resilience and Renewal
Keith, a Prescott resident in his 60s, was facing a challenging chapter in his life. Depression and uncertainty weighed heavily on him, and traditional medications hadn’t brought the relief he needed. Thankfully, a friend recognized his struggles and introduced him to WholeMind Healing Pathways.
“My friend Ken hooked me up with you guys,” Keith shared. “He knew I was going through a lot and thought this could help.”
Before starting ketamine treatment, Keith had tried medications which hadn’t worked for him. Skeptical at first, particularly of anything to do with psychedelics, he decided to approach the treatment with an open mind. Unable to afford the cost of a whole package, Keith received a grant from the WholeMind Foundation, donated by another Prescott resident. What he discovered was life-changing.
A Shift in Perspective
The ketamine sessions helped Keith unlock a deeper sense of compassion—both for others and himself. “I deal with 100 people a day in my job as a cashier, and it’s very trying,” he explained. “But now, I feel compassion for people, even when they lash out. I can understand what they’re going through and relate to them better.”
This newfound empathy extended beyond his work. Keith found himself wanting to help others in need. “It’s almost hard now,” he said. “When people come in and don’t have money, I want to pay for them. I just want to help people more.”
Personal Growth and Healing
For Keith, the benefits of ketamine went beyond compassion. The treatment gave him a new outlook on his own life. “I don’t think I’m above anybody anymore,” he reflected. “I’ve started to understand people who are in places they don’t want to be.”
Although he initially hoped the treatment would alleviate physical pain, the greatest transformation was in his mindset. “It opened me up to express my feelings easier,” he said.
Keith’s friends noticed the change too. “They can see it,” he added with a laugh.
Looking Ahead
Today, Keith is focused on moving forward with hope and purpose. He enjoys spending time with his dog and has plans to continue his journey of self-compassion and personal growth. “I want to work on thinking better of myself and understanding why I’m in the place I am. I want to live the best I can for the time I have left.”
When asked what he would say to others considering ketamine treatment, Keith didn’t hesitate: “I encourage people to do it. It helped me calm down and opened me up. I stayed away from psychedelics in school, but this is different. Paul is awesome too!”
At WholeMind Healing Pathways, we’re honored to have been part of Keith’s journey and look forward to helping others discover the life-changing benefits of ketamine treatment.
If you feel inspired by Keith’s story, consider donating to the WholeMind Foundation. Your support helps cover the cost of treatment for those in need, giving them a chance to find healing and transformation through ketamine therapy. Together, we can bring hope to more people like Keith.