In the new book, Inflamed: Theory, Kathryn Walker, an accomplished nurse anesthetist and psychiatric nurse practitioner, delves into the intricate relationship between mental health and the neurological and inflammatory processes within the brain. This insightful book challenges traditional mental health theories and introduces innovative approaches to understanding and treating mental health conditions.

The book covers a wide range of topics, including:

• The disruptive force of psychedelics in mental health

• The Newtonian framework of mental health and understanding conflict

• The cognitive dynamics of ketamine Therapy

• Advanced mental health interventions and their implications

Inflamed: Theory serves as both a chronicle and a guide, offering readers a profound exploration of the evolving landscape of mental health care. Drawing from her extensive experience as a practitioner and subject matter expert, Kathryn provides a unique perspective on how cutting-edge therapies can revolutionize the field.

Kathryn is the CEO of Revitalist Lifestyle and Wellness, which serves as a leading mental health and wellness company led by a comprehensive team of specialty providers. Kathryn worked at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Tennessee for nine years before attending anesthesia school at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. She practiced anesthesia of all specialties for eight years before opening the first Revitalist location in Knoxville, TN in 2018. Today Kathryn operates as a leading advocate for psychedelic medicine as she continues to advance her comprehensive skill set recently graduating with her second Master’s degree in Psychiatric Nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Recognizing the need for community access, Kathryn founded the national mental health 501c3 nonprofit, Community Change Foundation (CommunityChangeFoundation.org). This nonprofit foundation focuses on providing financial assistance to veterans, frontline workers, and the financially disadvantaged seeking help with psychedelic therapies. Kathryn incorporated the Community Change Foundation in 2019.

Recognizing the need for Education and training advancements, Kathryn founded the American Association of Psychedelics (AAPsychedelics.org). This education non-profit 501c3 aims to continually bring high quality education and training to all disciplines of providers. Kathryn incorporated the American Association of Psychedelics in 2021.

Kathryn is the Academic Detailer for the MetroDrug Coalition, she sits on the board for American Association of Psychedelics, Mental Health Association of East Tennessee, Herzig University, and Women in Psychedelics.

Learn more:

Main Homepage

https://www.instagram.com/revitalist 

https://www.instagram.com/katwalk1217/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryn-walker-33a868115/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/revitalist/

Kathryn’s book “Inflamed: Theory,” is now available for presale through the weblink: https://www.revitalistclinic.com/inflamed 

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