Jeremy Mast introduces The Compassionate Recovery Podcast and interviews Allison Hochman, LMFT, about ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) and why it can be relevant for betrayal trauma, infidelity recovery, and compulsive sexual behaviors. Allison explains that betrayed partners often experience trauma-like symptoms such as hypervigilance, checking behaviors, and thought looping, and that ketamine may help create a pause from default neural pathways and open a “choice point” that is reinforced through integration therapy. She notes research interest in ketamine for trauma symptoms and OCD-related compulsivity, and discusses screening and timing considerations, including stability, resourcing, and accountability for addicts (often later in recovery). They outline the KAP process at the Center for Integrative Change using lozenges via Journey Clinical, emphasizing safety, consent, medical screening, monitoring, chaperones, and integration sessions within 24 hours. ABOUT ALLISON HOCHMAN Alison Hochman, MS, LMFT, NATC, ASAT Candidate is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who specializes in helping individuals and couples heal from complex trauma, narcissistic abuse, coercive control, betrayal trauma, and relationship challenges. Using a trauma-informed, somatic, and relational approach, Alison creates a calm, compassionate space where clients can safely reconnect with themselves, rebuild trust, and create lasting change. She is trained in EMDR, Complex Trauma, Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy, and is a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC), with advanced training in sex addiction and betrayal recovery. Alison is passionate about helping clients move beyond survival and rediscover a life of connection, resilience, and hope.

LINKS MENTIONED: The Center for Integrative Change - https://www.centerforintegrativechange.com Journey Clinical (KAP) - https://www.youtube.com/@journeyclinical

00:00 Show Welcome and Mission

00:30 Meet Jeremy and the Practice

01:24 Introducing Allison and KAP

02:19 Why KAP for Betrayal and Addiction

04:32 Default Mode and Betrayal Trauma

08:22 When to Consider KAP

11:51 Stability and Screening First

13:47 What KAP Is and Is Not

15:40 Choice Points and Integration

20:26 Defenses Shame and Couples Work

23:43 What a KAP Session Looks Like

23:54 Lozenge KAP Intake

25:25 Consent And Safety

29:44 Dosing And Monitoring

31:05 Sobriety Concerns

35:48 Integration Sessions

38:26 Flexible Treatment Plan

41:34 Closing And Resources

42:59 Podcast Wrap Up

Licensed therapist Jeremy Mast interviews Roland Cochrun, founder of The Successful Addict, a sex addiction recovery group for high achievers that offers weekly meetings, daily accountability, and biannual four-day retreats.

Roland explains he created the program after finding traditional 12-step groups often lacked consistent, like-minded peer connection, structure, and buy-in for executives and entrepreneurs, and argues that shared goals and feeling seen are key to deep connection.

They discuss barriers men face with groups (shame, safety, format, faith aspects) and emphasize that peer support can be found outside 12-step through men’s groups, trusted friendships, and structured programs.

Roland critiques using the SAST/SDI screening test alone to label someone a “sex addict,” distinguishing addiction from other problematic, and deceptive sexual behaviors.

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The conversation continues as Jeremy Mast welcomes back Jenean Cervantes for Part 2 of this important discussion on coercive control and its impact on relationships.

In this episode, Jeremy and Jenean go deeper into the patterns, behaviors, and long-term effects of coercive control, exploring how manipulation can gradually undermine a person's confidence, independence, and sense of self.

They discuss why these dynamics can be so difficult to recognize from within the relationship, the emotional toll they take, and the challenges many survivors face when trying to leave or heal.

Together, they offer compassionate insights into the recovery process, including rebuilding self-trust, establishing healthy boundaries, and finding support after experiencing emotional and psychological abuse.

Whether you are navigating your own healing journey, supporting a loved one, or seeking a greater understanding of relationship dynamics, this episode provides valuable education, validation, and hope.

Join Jeremy and Jenean for Part 2 as they continue shedding light on coercive control and the path toward recovery, empowerment, and healthier relationships.

For more information, please visit https://www.centerforintegrativechange.com.

To book a free consultation, please visit https://www.CICFreeConsult.com.