Ketamine has been used safely in medicine for over 50 years. Prior to your appointment, you will be screened by our board-certified medical director to ensure you are an eligible candidate. The day of your appointment the infusion will be administered under the supervision of our medical director and our CRNA in a controlled setting.

Ketamine targets the glutamate system and increases BDNF (brain‑derived neurotrophic factor), which supports neuroplasticity. This helps “reset” overactive neural pathways involved in depression, anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain

Most patients describe the experience as calming, introspective, and dissociative. You remain awake and able to communicate. Some people experience mild floating sensations or visual imagery, which typically resolve within minutes after the infusion ends.

Common, short‑term effects may include: Mild dizziness Nausea Temporary dissociation Increased sensitivity to light or sound These usually resolve quickly. You’ll be monitored throughout your session for comfort and safety.

Yes. Because ketamine can temporarily affect coordination and perception, you’ll need a responsible adult to drive you home after your session.

Most insurance plans do not cover ketamine infusions for mental health or chronic pain.

IV Ketamine offers the most precise dosing, fastest onset, and has the highest success rates in research. Spravato (Esketamine) is an FDA‑approved nasal spray for depression, however studies have shown it is not as effective as IV Ketamine.

Most medications are safe to continue. However, certain benzodiazepines may reduce ketamine’s effectiveness. Our clinical team will review your medications during your consultation.

Ketamine can create dream‑like or dissociative experiences, but these are temporary and typically well‑tolerated. They are not considered hallucinations in the clinical sense.