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.
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.
Some amount of anxiety is normal, but when someone experiences anxiety symptoms that are difficult to control and occur on most days over a six-month period or longer, they may be diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder.
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
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.
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.
Settle into a cozy reclining chair in a private room. You’ll receive an eye mask, noise-canceling headphones, and music options. Each treatment lasts 40-50 minutes, and our attentive medical team will be by your side.
Keta Medical Center offers Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). This unique therapy combines the transformative effects of ketamine treatments with the support of psychotherapy to help patients with anxiety make meaningful insights and achieve lasting emotional relief.
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.
“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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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.
9:am- 8:pm
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.
Yes, when administered under medical supervision by trained physicians, ketamine therapy is safe. At Keta Medical Center, our team is led by emergency medicine physicians with extensive training, ensuring that every treatment adheres to the highest standards of medical safety.
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.
The overwhelming majority of Keta Medical Center’s patients are covered by insurance and pay $50 or less per treatment.
Insurance coverage for anxiety depends on the type of ketamine treatment you receive:
Keta Medical Center’s team can help you review your benefits, understand your coverage options, and determine the best financing plan to suit your needs and budget. Unsure? Schedule a consultation and we can help clarify.
Most common anxiety disorders treatable with ketamine therapy are:
Ketamine reduces anxiety by blocking NMDA receptors, which increases glutamate and triggers rapid neuroplastic changes that help form new neural connections. This helps people reframe their thinking and responses, often helping them get “unstuck” and help alleviate the weight they feel, thus finding more joy in their daily lives.
SSRIs work more slowly by adjusting serotonin and norepinephrine levels, often taking weeks to alter mood, whereas ketamine typically produces faster symptom relief through a different glutamate-driven pathway.
Ketamine may be a very good option for those who cannot tolerate standard medications. It can also be helpful in patients that have not improved or plateaued with standard oral medications.
Ketamine has a different mechanism to anxiety medications. While antidepressants typically increase serotonin levels over time, ketamine briefly blocks NMDA receptors which trigger a surge of glutamate activity that helps the brain create new pathways that improve communication between brain cells and “reset” behavioral patterns linked to anxiety disorders.
Because ketamine works differently in the brain than anxiety medication, it can be an option for patients who don’t tolerate or respond to typical anxiety medications.
Most patients can continue taking their regular antidepressants (SSRIs or SNRIs) while receiving ketamine therapy, but some Benzodiazepine medications may influence how effective ketamine is or how your body responds.
Medication safety and potential interactions are reviewed during the consultation to ensure appropriate care. Your clinician will give a personalized recommendation based on your exact medication list—so let us know everything you’re taking, including supplements.
All sessions at Keta Medical Center are supervised by a licensed physician and nurse to ensure safety and comfort.
Yes, certain conditions medical conditions that might not be compatible with ketamine therapy include:
All potential risk factors are identified during the consultation. Have questions? Schedule a consultation and we can help clarify.
When used medically and in controlled doses, ketamine therapy is not considered addictive for most patients. Here’s what you should know:
At Keta Medical Center, ketamine therapy for anxiety is safe, non-habit-forming, and designed to avoid patterns that could lead to dependence.
Many patients report improvement within hours to days, with some noting changes in 2–4 hours after a session, and many feeling better after several treatments. The duration of benefit varies by person.
Improvements often last weeks to months and can be prolonged with individualized maintenance sessions and integrated therapy.
We know life is busy, so at Keta Medical Center, we offer evening and weekend hours to fit your schedule. Our friendly administrative staff is always available to answer your questions and address any concerns. Our goal is to support you as you embark on your mental health journey with ketamine therapy.
