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Integration Checklist

Sessions open doors. Integration is the walking through.

Written by: Ira ZootMedical review status: Not yet clinically reviewed.Last updated: June 4, 2026Evidence: Educational patient decision aid

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Quick answer
How long should I integrate after each session?
Most clinicians suggest at least one full week of active integration per session, with one therapy or coaching touchpoint per session at minimum.

Within 24 hours

  • Rest. Hydrate. Eat simply.
  • Brief journal: one image, one feeling, one phrase — no analysis.
  • Skip alcohol, intense media, conflict.

Days 2–3

  • Slower journal: what came up? What changed?
  • Gentle movement: walk, yoga, swim.
  • Share with one trusted person, briefly.

Days 4–7

  • Therapy or integration coaching session.
  • Choose ONE small behavior shift to test this week.
  • Reread your pre-session intention. What's true now?

Weekly review

  • What's different in mood, sleep, energy?
  • What's the same?
  • What does the next week need from me?
About the author

Publisher and editor of Ketalux, based in Chicago, Illinois. Ira is a ketamine therapy patient, not a clinician. This is editorial review, not medical review: Ira is not a licensed clinician and does not provide diagnosis or medical care. Ketalux does not accept compensation from providers in exchange for favorable editorial coverage, evidence ratings, recommendations, patient referrals, or organic provider ranking. Read the full publisher disclosure →

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