KAP is for people who have genuinely tried to get better — and something is still in the way. Clients at CCA Therapy who pursue KAP typically include people who have been on antidepressants without meaningful relief, clients with treatment-resistant depression or PTSD who feel stuck despite years of therapy, or clients already in therapy where both therapist and client sense that something deeper needs to shift. In some cases, clients come as a referral from Integrative MLA who need a therapist specializing in preparation and integration.

Do I really need the therapy part? Can't I just do the medicine?

It is technically possible to access ketamine treatment without a therapist involved. But without intentional, trauma-informed work to fill the neuroplastic window with something new, the window opens and closes without much lasting change. At CCA Therapy, the preparation and integration sessions aren't a formality — they're the whole point. The medicine opens the door. Therapy is how you walk through it.

What will the medicine session actually feel like?

Most clients are surprised by how gentle it tends to be. Many experience visual changes or what feels like an internal journey — colors, imagery, a sense of moving through something meaningful. Clients have described it as beautiful, even fascinating. It is generally not frightening or disorienting. You are in a medically supervised setting with the Integrative MLA team the entire time, and preparation sessions ensure you feel grounded and ready before your first session.

Who is NOT a good candidate for KAP?

KAP is generally not appropriate for individuals with active psychosis or a history of schizophrenia, uncontrolled high blood pressure or certain heart conditions, active substance use disorder involving ketamine or similar substances, or those who are pregnant or breastfeeding. The assessment process — both with CCA Therapy and with Integrative MLA — is specifically designed to identify any contraindications before treatment begins.

How much does KAP cost?

KAP is a private pay service and is not typically covered by insurance. Costs include both the therapy sessions at CCA Therapy and the medical fees at Integrative MLA. Please visit the Billing page at ccatherapy.com/billing or reach out directly for current rates. We're happy to walk you through what the full process looks like financially so there are no surprises.

How do I get started with Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy in Indianapolis?

It starts with a free 15-minute consultation — just a conversation to see if KAP feels like a good fit for where you are right now. If it does, a full Mental Health Assessment is scheduled as the first official step. You can book the consultation at ccatherapy.com/contact or reach out by phone or email.

Myofascial Release and Somatic Bodywork in Indianapolis

Hands-on nervous system support with Chelsey Gilbert, LMTSome things the talking mind cannot reach. Some tension that has lived in your body for so long it has started to feel like just who you are. Chronic tightness, pain that keeps returning, a nervous system that will not settle no matter how much you rest.

This is exactly what hands-on bodywork is for.

At Circle City Alliance Therapy and Consulting, we offer Myofascial Release, somatic bodywork, energy work, and intuitive guidance through our partnership with Chelsey Gilbert, LMT, Owner of Transformative Journeys Bodywork, a Licensed Massage Therapist and Barnes Myofascial Release Practitioner with nearly ten years of experience working with the body's fascial system, nervous system, and energy field.

Sessions are available in person at our Northwest Indianapolis location. HSA and FSA payments are accepted.

What Is Myofascial Release Massage Therapy?

Getting to the Root of What Your Body Is Holding

Fascia is a type of connective tissue that runs through your entire body, from head to toe, through every layer down to the cellular level. It surrounds your muscles, organs, nerves, and bones, and it responds to stress, injury, trauma, and chronic tension by tightening and restricting.

When fascial restrictions develop, they can create pain, limited mobility, postural patterns, and a nervous system that stays stuck in a state of activation. Standard massage techniques work on the muscles. Myofascial Release works with the fascial tissue itself, using gentle sustained pressure to release restrictions at the source.

John F. Barnes Myofascial Release, the specific approach Chelsey is trained in, is one of the most well-regarded MFR methods available. It flows and moves with your body, working with the tissue rather than forcing it, and over the course of regular sessions can produce changes in the structure of the fascial tissue itself.

The results people experience include relief from chronic pain and tension, improved mobility, deeper nervous system regulation, and a qualitative shift in how their body feels to live in.

Who Benefits From This Work

You Might Be in the Right Place If...

🔹 You carry chronic tension that massage, stretching, or rest has not been able to fully resolve

🔹 Your body holds pain or tightness in specific areas that keep returning no matter what you try

🔹 You feel physically braced or activated even when you are trying to relax

🔹 You are working with a therapist on trauma or nervous system healing and want to support that work at the body level too

🔹 You have had a physical injury, surgery, or medical procedure and are still feeling the effects in your tissue

🔹 You are sensitive to touch and need an approach that is gentle, patient, and attuned to your body's responses

🔹 You are curious about energy work, intuitive guidance, or somatic support and want to explore what that could offer you

🔹 You want hands-on care that treats you as a whole person rather than a list of symptoms

What We Offer With Chelsey Gilbert, LMT

All sessions are available in person at 3901 W. 86th Street, Suite 350 in Northwest Indianapolis. Select services are also available virtually. HSA and FSA are accepted for all bodywork sessions.

For clients who are not sure whether Myofascial Release, somatic bodywork, or intuitive energy work is the right fit for them. The consultation includes a review of your intake, a conversation about your personal goals, a hands-on assessment, 10 minutes of MFR treatment, and a discussion of potential treatment options. There is no commitment to book a session afterward. This is simply a chance to make sure the modality and the practitioner are the right fit for you before you invest in a full session.
Targeted relief for one or two specific areas, designed for those short on time but in need of effective treatment. Each session incorporates a customized blend of Myofascial Release, traditional massage, cupping, aromatherapy, hot towels, and CBD based on your individual needs. Ideal for children or anyone with a limited time window.
A full session thoughtfully crafted to facilitate positive change and restore equilibrium within your body. Integrating Myofascial Release, traditional massage, cupping, somatic focused bodywork, aromatherapy, hot towels, and topical CBD or magnesium, each session is uniquely tailored to your specific needs and wellness goals. Flexible packages available. HSA and FSA accepted.
For clients who want more time for deeper work or have multiple areas to address. The same personalized integration of MFR, somatic bodywork, cupping, and supportive modalities as the 60-minute session, with additional time for more sustained release and integration. Flexible packages available. HSA and FSA accepted.
The most comprehensive bodywork session available. Two full hours of personalized Fascial Focused Bodywork, ideal for clients navigating complex chronic issues, significant trauma held in the body, or those who want the deepest level of treatment and integration time. Flexible packages available. HSA and FSA accepted.
A 60-minute session designed to balance and recalibrate your nervous system and energy field through the Cross Mapping Method, Myofascial Release, and Crystal Energy Therapy. Ideal for individuals who may struggle with touch or disrobing — this session uses light touch and off-body techniques while you remain fully clothed. Deeply relaxing and accessible for people at all comfort levels with bodywork. Contact Chelsey directly to book virtual sessions.
A focused energy session providing a quick but effective reset. Ideal for children or anyone needing additional support in a shorter format. Contact Chelsey directly for virtual booking.
A 60-minute intuitive reading that goes deeper into your astrology chart, including current transits, alongside tarot and oracle card guidance. A thorough email recap is provided within 48 hours following your session. Contact Chelsey directly for virtual booking.
A comprehensive exploration of your energy using tarot, oracle, and a detailed look at your unique astrological influences. Includes detailed insights and answers to your specific questions, plus a thorough recap within 48 hours. Contact Chelsey directly for virtual booking.

How Bodywork and Therapy Work Together

A More Complete Approach to Healing

One of the things we believe most deeply at Circle City Alliance Therapy is that healing is not a single-track process. The mind and body are not separate systems. What happens in the nervous system shows up in the tissue. What is released in the tissue affects the nervous system.

For clients who are working with Ethany Michaud, LCSW on trauma, anxiety, depression, or nervous system healing, adding bodywork with Chelsey can support and deepen that process in meaningful ways. Bodywork sessions can help discharge physical tension that builds between therapy sessions, release fascial restrictions that are holding the body in a defensive posture, and support the nervous system in finding more capacity for regulation.

For clients who come to Chelsey first, without a therapy relationship, bodywork often opens doors to deeper self-awareness. Many clients find that as their body begins to release, they become curious about what else might be possible and choose to add therapeutic support alongside their bodywork.

The alliance in our name has always meant something. This is part of what it looks like in practice.

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How to Schedule With Chelsey

Sessions with Chelsey at our Northwest Indianapolis location are booked directly with her. To schedule an appointment at Circle City Alliance Therapy, contact Chelsey directly:

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Please note that sessions with Chelsey are separate from therapy services offered at CCA Therapy. Chelsey operates her own independent practice, Transformative Journeys Therapeutic Bodywork, LLC, and all session fees are paid directly to her.

HSA and FSA payments are accepted for all bodywork sessions.

Virtual sessions for energy work and intuitive readings are also available. Contact Chelsey directly for virtual scheduling.

Ready to Experience What Your Body Has Been Waiting For?

Whether you have been carrying chronic tension for years, are looking for a complement to your therapy work, or are simply curious about what Myofascial Release could offer you, a Treatment Consultation is the perfect place to start. Contact Chelsey directly to schedule at our Northwest Indianapolis location: [INSERT CHELSEY'S EMAIL] [INSERT CHELSEY'S PHONE NUMBER] And if you are also interested in therapy services at CCA Therapy, we would love to hear from you.