Ketamine Treatment for Anxiety
30% of people with anxiety disorders are not adequately treated by traditional psychiatric medications or psychotherapy.
How Does Ketamine Therapy Help Treat Anxiety?
Ketamine therapy offers a groundbreaking treatment approach that can provide patients with relief from their symptoms, starting at the very first treatment.
Results have shown that IV ketamine therapy is a highly effective solution for many people with treatment-resistant anxiety. Traditional antidepressants affect your brain’s levels of serotonin and norepinephrine, chemicals that influence feelings and mood.
Ketamine therapy has a different mechanism of action: it blocks the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor in the brain, so the brain gets more glutamate. This surge helps you grow new neural connections, making lasting changes in how your brain works.
Ketamine also works on other brain receptors to stabilize and enhance your mental well-being. Unlike antidepressants that take weeks (or longer) to work, most patients experience rapid relief with ketamine therapy.
What Is Anxiety?
Anxiety is a feeling of tension, worry, or unease. In many cases, it can also cause physical symptoms like sweating, hyperventilating (rapid breathing), upset stomach, and increased blood pressure.
Although some amount of anxiety is normal, as many as 40 million Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder.
What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Some amount of anxiety is normal, but when someone experiences anxiety symptoms are difficult to control and occur on most days over a six-month period or longer, they may be diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
How Is Anxiety Treated?
Traditional treatment approaches for anxiety typically include a combination of oral medications (SSRIs) and psychotherapy or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
However, only about 6 in 10 people with anxiety improve with this approach. Additionally, some anxiety medications have unwanted side-effects
The Process: Treating Anxiety with Ketamine
Consultation
Our treatment process starts with a personal consultation, where we take time to understand your unique challenges. We collaborate with you and your health providers to create a personalized care plan.
Treatment
From the moment you enter our clinic, you’ll be greeted with a smile and a calm environment. After a quick exam, our staff ensures you’re completely comfortable and ready to begin.
Treatment
Settle into a cozy reclining chair in a private room. You’ll receive an eye mask, noise-canceling headphones, and music options. Each treatment last 40-50 minutes, and our attentive medical team will be by your side.
Infusions
Each patient receives a custom treatment plan. A typical dosing schedule will include 6 IV Ketamine infusions given over the course of 2-3 weeks, with infusions typically given 2-3 times per week.
Keta saved my life."
Rapid Relief for Anxiety
Feel better in just hours to days.
of Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder.
of people don’t respond to conventional medications.
of Keta MC’s patients report feeling better after just 6 treatments.
until some patients report an improvement in their anxiety symptoms.
What Our Patients Say
“Dr. Malina and the staff make the experience so calming and enjoyable. The treatment is wonderful and I highly recommend it to anyone who is struggling.”
– Meagen P.
“The Drs, nurses and staff are beyond fantastic! So supportive and welcoming. I cannot imagine having a better experience elsewhere.”
– Jill S.
“I had a really good experience with my treatments so far, it is a comfortable, peaceful and relaxing experience. As someone who went in for severe anxiety I found myself much more mellow and able to use rational thought in daily situations more often. I look forward to more sessions and how my anxiety will continue to improve.”
– Zoe S.
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FAQs
Is KAP covered by insurance?
KAP sessions are covered by most insurance plans, subject to patients deductible and co-insurance. IV ketamine infusions are not typically covered.
Is ketamine therapy safe?
Yes, when administered under medical supervision by trained physicians, ketamine therapy is safe. At KETA Medical, our team is led by emergency medicine physicians with extensive training, ensuring that every treatment adheres to the highest standards of medical safety.
What are the potential side effects of ketamine therapy?
Side effects may include mild nausea, dizziness, feelings of dissociation, anxiety or increased blood pressure. These typically resolve shortly after the treatment session. Our medical team monitors patients closely to manage any side effects effectively.