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Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy

At Upton Wellness, we recognize that mental health care involves more than symptom relief. We take time to understand your experiences, goals, and overall well-being.

Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy may be an option for some patients, particularly when other treatments have not provided enough relief. We begin with an individualized evaluation to determine whether it is appropriate, discuss its potential benefits and risks, and develop a treatment plan based on your needs. Results vary, and ketamine is not right for everyone.

When ketamine-assisted therapy is appropriate, treatment is provided with clinical monitoring and opportunities to reflect on the experience as part of your broader care plan.

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  • What does the Research Show?

    Ketamine has long been used as an FDA-approved anesthetic. Its use for mental health conditions is off-label, meaning the FDA has not approved ketamine itself to treat those conditions.

    Research suggests ketamine may reduce depressive symptoms for some people, including those who have not benefited enough from other treatments. Researchers are also studying its potential use for anxiety and trauma-related symptoms, but the evidence for these conditions is less established. Ketamine acts through different pathways than many traditional antidepressants, and its effects and duration of benefit vary from person to person.

    At Upton Wellness, we review the available evidence alongside each patient’s health history, treatment goals, and potential risks before recommending ketamine-assisted therapy.

  • What happens to keep me safe?

    Your safety is central to how we provide ketamine-assisted therapy. Before treatment, we conduct an evaluation to determine whether ketamine is appropriate for you and discuss its potential benefits, risks, and alternatives.

    During treatment, we monitor you according to your individual care plan and provide guidance on what to expect before, during, and after each session. Ketamine can cause side effects, and some patients may have medical or psychiatric reasons to avoid it. We review these considerations with you so you can make an informed decision about your care.

  • What results might I expect?

    Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy may help some people with depression, including those who have not had enough relief from other treatments. Some patients notice changes in their symptoms sooner than they would with traditional antidepressants, while others may not benefit. The extent and duration of improvement vary.

    At Upton Wellness, we evaluate each person individually, discuss realistic expectations, and monitor their response throughout treatment. We also provide space to reflect on the experience and consider how it fits into their broader mental health care.

How Ketamine Works

Ketamine affects the brain differently from many traditional antidepressants. It acts in part on the glutamate system, which plays a role in how brain cells communicate and adapt. Researchers are still studying how these effects relate to changes in mood.

For some people with depression, ketamine may provide symptom relief sooner than traditional antidepressants. Responses vary, and research into its use for other mental health conditions is still developing.

At Upton Wellness, we consider ketamine-assisted therapy as part of an individualized treatment plan. We evaluate whether it is appropriate for you, discuss potential benefits and risks, and monitor your response throughout care.