Kathleen Barrett

Strategist

Kathleen Barrett is a geoscientist with over 15 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. She has an education deeply rooted in the STEM sciences, earning her B.S. and M.S. in Geosciences from Arizona State University before completing her Ph.D. at Virginia Polytechnic Institute in 2008. Her approach is grounded in scientific curiosity, always seeking ways to bridge technical insights with broader strategic impact.

Kathleen joined the Board of Directors for the American Society of Ketamine Physicians, Psychotherapists & Practitioners (ASKP3) in 2020 as the Organization’s Patient Advocate. She is committed to fostering a stronger connection between the medical community and the patients they serve, working to dismantle misconceptions surrounding ketamine treatment. Her efforts have centered on education and dialogue, ensuring that discussions about ketamine’s therapeutic potential are data-driven and accessible.

In 2022, she led the development of the Patient Portal, a resource providing unbiased, science-based information for patients and care providers. The following year, she spearheaded a revision of ASKP3’s Vision and Mission statements, aligning the Organization with its long-term ambitions with the aim to strengthen membership engagement. Kathleen was also central in the creation of the Expert Faculty, a coalition of industry leaders, which united stakeholders under a shared vision and direction. Working alongside the Board, this group established ASKP3’s three strategic pillars — Community, Education, and Standards — which guide the Organization’s focus and annual objectives.

After a brief hiatus, Kathleen returned to the Board in late 2024 as a strategist and liaison for the Expert Faculty. In this role, she ensures alignment between leadership and strategic goals, facilitating initiatives that drive industry standards, partnerships, and education. Her mission is to empower the medical community with the tools and knowledge to provide holistic, patient-centered care.