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Medical Conditions We Treat
At Keta Medical Center, we treat a wide range of mental health conditions with science-backed, fast-acting and personalized ketamine therapy. Whether you’ve tried everything or are just starting your journey, we’re here to help you heal, feel better and get your life back.
Ketamine Therapy for Depression
Depression affects over 20 million adults in the US—and nearly 1 in 3 don’t respond to traditional treatments. IV Ketamine and Spravato (esketamine) work differently, helping patients feel lasting relief in hours or days instead of weeks. With a 70% effectiveness rate, ketamine therapy brings new hope to those who’ve felt stuck for too long. Plus, it’s often covered by insurance.
Ketamine Treatment for Anxiety
Roughly 30% of people with anxiety don’t find relief through traditional medications and therapy alone. Ketamine offers a fast-acting alternative that promotes new neural connections and improves brain function—helping patients feel better, often after just one session.
“I urge you to consider ketamine therapy and do it with a team that puts compassion and safety first. As a patient and an anesthesiologist, I am happy to be an advocate for Keta Medical.”
Jim Ellwood, MD
Groundbreaking Treatments for PTSD
Ketamine Therapy for PTSD
PTSD can bring traumatic memories back to the surface and disrupt daily life, relationships, and peace of mind. Traditional meds often fall short—only 38% of patients find lasting relief. Ketamine therapy works differently, offering fast, science-backed symptom relief—even when other treatments haven’t worked.
Learn more about Ketamine for PTSD.
Prism for PTSD
PRISM is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive neurofeedback that helps retrain your brain’s stress response—without needing to talk through or relive trauma. It uses real-time neurofeedback to promote emotional regulation and long-term healing. A powerful option on its own or paired with ketamine therapy.
Learn more about PRISM.
Not sure which option is right for you?
Schedule your free consult and let our team guide you through the best path forward—relief could be closer than you think.
Ketamine for OCD
Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors can be overwhelming—and living with treatment-resistant OCD can feel impossible to manage. Ketamine’s unique mechanism helps reset brain patterns and promote neural regeneration, which is thought to relieve disruptive thought patterns and reduce compulsive behaviors. Ketamine therapy offers new hope for those who haven’t responded to standard care.
Ketamine Therapy for Bipolar Depression
Around 7 million individuals struggle with Bipolar Depression in the U.S. alone. Traditional treatment usually involves medications like antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics which are not always effective and frequently cause severe side effects.
Ketamine treatments offer an alternative approach to treating bipolar by stimulating the repair of damaged neural connections. This process is thought to stabilize brain receptors, balance mood and increase feelings of wellness.
Ketamine Therapy for Postpartum Depression (PPD)
PPD can affect any new parent—mothers and fathers alike. Ketamine therapy offers fast, effective relief during one of life’s most demanding transitions, helping parents reconnect with themselves and their families.
Ketamine Therapy for Alcohol Addiction & AUD
Ketamine therapy may reduce cravings, interrupt harmful cycles, and support lasting behavioral change—especially when combined with counseling and a personalized treatment plan.
Alcohol use disorder is the most common substance use disorder, affecting over 6% of U.S. adults. While traditional treatments like counseling and medication help, relapse rates remain high—up to 85% within the first year.
Recent studies show that combining ketamine therapy with psychotherapy can significantly extend periods of sobriety. At Keta Medical Center, we offer personalized ketamine treatment plans to support lasting recovery from alcohol addiction.
Ketamine for Palliative Care
For patients facing serious or terminal illness, ketamine can play a powerful role in easing both physical pain and emotional distress. By reducing chronic pain signals and alleviating symptoms of depression, anxiety, and existential suffering, ketamine therapy supports greater comfort and peace of mind—improving quality of life for patients and their families.
About Keta Medical Center
At Keta Medical Center, we empower those left behind by traditional treatments to finally realize mental health relief and rediscover the joy of living life fully. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate care in a professional environment.
Founded by emergency room physicians Dr. Haviva Malina and Dr. Cheryl Malina, we have assembled a team of experts dedicated to providing cutting-edge and advanced treatment options that empower all of our patients and enhance their quality of life. Our commitment to excellence ensures that each patient receives personalized care, tailored to their unique needs.
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Please note: The availability of treatment sessions may vary by office depending on our clinical team's schedule. Please reach out to us directly for the most up-to-date appointment times.
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Care Where You Need It, When You Need It
Open evenings and weekends, with locations across NYC and NJ.
Please note: The availability of treatment sessions may vary by office depending on our clinical team's schedule. Please reach out to us directly for the most up-to-date appointment times.
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FAQ’s
Is ketamine therapy safe?
Yes, when administered under medical supervision by trained physicians, ketamine therapy is safe. Every session at Keta Medical Center is supervised by emergency medicine physicians with extensive training and experience.
Our nurses and doctors continuously monitor vital signs and are prepared to manage common transient side effects. We perform a brief exam before treatment, observe you during and after the session.
What conditions can be treated with ketamine therapy?
Ketamine therapy can help with a range of conditions, such as major depressive disorder (MDD), treatment-resistant depression (TRD), bipolar depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, Post Partum Depression, and alcohol addiction. It has also shown benefits for chronic pain and distress in palliative care patients. By targeting brain pathways involved in mood and pain, ketamine offers a fast-acting option when other treatments have not provided sufficient relief.
What if I have more than one condition, such as depression and anxiety or PTSD and alcohol use disorder (AUD)?
Many patients we see live with more than one diagnosis—for example, depression with anxiety, PTSD with alcohol use disorder, or bipolar depression with OCD. Our approach is integrative and personalized. Rather than treating one condition in isolation, we evaluate your full clinical picture, including medical comorbidities, medical history, and psychosocial stressors. Treatment plans may combine ketamine therapy, psychiatric care, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) as well as PRISM for PTSD to address symptoms holistically and support sustained recovery.
What if I’m not sure which condition I have, but I know I need support?
If you need support you do not need a finalized diagnosis before reaching out. Many people come to us after years of symptoms that have been difficult to name or that have changed over time. As part of the pre-consultation intake process, our clinicians conduct a detailed assessment of your symptoms, history, and prior treatments, and can help guide your next steps. From there, we work with you—and your existing mental health providers, if you wish—to determine which type of ketamine is the best fit for your situation.
How does Keta Medical Center determine the best treatment type for me?
Our team begins with a comprehensive medical and mental health screening that reviews your diagnosis, treatment history, medications and any medical contraindications. We’ll collaborate with your current providers as needed and choose a treatment option based on clinical indications, safety considerations and your treatment goals.
How long is a typical ketamine treatment program at Keta Medical Center?
A typical induction course for ketamine treatment at our center is 6 to 8 treatments delivered over about 3 to 4 weeks depending on the type of Ketamine. Spravato visits last two hours and IV infusions lasting roughly 40–50 minutes. After induction, maintenance or booster sessions are scheduled individually based on your clinical response and needs.
Are treatments at Keta Medical Center covered by insurance?
Keta Medical Center accepts most major insurance plans that offer out-of-network coverage for Spravato, which is FDA-approved for treatment-resistant depression (TRD).
IV Ketamine Infusions are not covered by insurance as they are considered “off-label,” but patients can request superbills to submit to their insurance provider.
As each situation is unique, our team will review benefits, handle pre-authorizations, paperwork, and billing expectations for each patient to ensure the best financing plan.
Can you coordinate care with my current therapist or psychiatrist?
Yes, we routinely collaborate with patients' existing therapists and psychiatrists to create a coordinated, personalized plan that integrates ketamine therapy with ongoing psychotherapy or medication management.