I’ve heard of Ketamine infusion therapy, or Esketamine (Spravato), how does Ketamine Assisted Therapy differ?

Currently, the most publicized uses of Ketamine within a psychiatric context are the recently approved Esketamine nasal spray, and IV infusion treatments. Research has demonstrated the effectiveness of these interventions for the treatment of depression. Both of these treatments emphasize the pharmacological effects of the medication, and rarely include psychotherapy interventions, guidance, or other modalities as a significant component of the treatment. We believe that the inclusion of therapy prior, during, and after the Ketamine experience significantly enhances its potential healing effects.

How long does treatment take?

Treatment length varies based on a patient’s specific needs and response to Ketamine-Assisted Therapy. Most often, treatments last somewhere in the range of 3 weeks to 6 months.

Which conditions do you treat?

The principal patients that we are treating are those with mood disorders, particularly treatment-resistant depression and anxiety.  We will also consider patients with PTSD and other trauma disorders, eating disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders and other mental health issues on a case-by-case basis.

What are the clinic’s COVID precautions?

We perform a COVID screening with the patient before treatment, and often throughout treatment.  We have excellent ventilation in the space and the building has a new, hospital-grade HVAC air-filtration system installed since COVID.  All staff are vaccinated, and we can wear masks at any time during sessions upon request.  We can also off our non-medication sessions virtually.

What is “psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy”?

This term refers to a psychotherapy modality that pairs the administration of a psychedelic medicine with the support and guidance from trained psychotherapists. The altered state elicited by the medicine is used to catalyze and deepen the psychotherapeutic process. While psychedelic assisted psychotherapy has a long history in psychiatry (tracing back to the 1950s), recent research into this treatment modality has sparked new interest in the fields of medicine and mental health. Currently, several psychedelic substances other than Ketamine are being researched for their use as psychotherapeutic tools.

Can I use my insurance to pay for treatment?

We are currently not able to accept insurance to cover this treatment, and are not in-network with any insurance companies. With prior arrangement with your treatment team, we are able to provide you with a Superbill of services provided and payment received. Some insurance policies may reimburse some portion of your treatment as an out-of-network benefit if you submit this Superbill. It is your responsibility to determine your insurance policy’s benefits before the start of treatment.