Ketamine Services
Ketamine serves as a catalyst for healing.
At New York Integrative Psychiatry, we utilize the most current research to develop individualized treatment plans for our clients. Our integrative approach to Ketamine treatment is designed to provide lasting results.
Our team of clinicians have received advanced training in psychedelics, and we have seen first-hand the many positive ways in which Ketamine helps reduce symptoms and facilitate positive transformation in people's lives.
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The science behind Ketamine
There is an increasing body of evidence supporting the efficacy of ketamine for the treatment of multiple mental health conditions including: Depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, substance use disorder, and more. Ketamine can be especially effective for treatment resistant conditions.
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Ketamine is a NMDA blocker that increases glutamate and other key neurotransmitters in the brain. Unlike traditional psychiatric medications such as SSRIs, ketamine often provides rapid relief in symptoms.
By increasing the levels of glutamate in the brain, ketamine helps to improve mood and support positive shifts in cognition and thought patterns. Through the creation of new neural connections, ketamine creates a window of neuroplasticity that when combined with preparation, integration and a supportive environment can often lead to more durable results.
Meet the team
At New York Integrative Psychiatry, each member of our team is highly trained and experienced in working with ketamine including receiving additional certification through the Institute for Integrative Psychiatry. Ben Medrano, our Medical Director, has over 5 years experience working with ketamine both in private practice and as the medical director for Field Trip Health and Nue.Life.
Our approach to Ketamine
There are multiple methods for administering ketamine. At New York Integrative Psychiatry, we’ve chosen to work with Intramuscular (IM) ketamine. IM ketamine provides comparable response rates to IV ketamine while offering a more comfortable experience as well as allowing for somatic release and movement if needed.
Dosing is individualized and treatment plans adjusted based upon a person’s sensitivity to ketamine, response to treatment and client input. Maintenance sessions may be needed to sustain the benefits of treatment and are recommended on an individual basis.
Our Ketamine package options
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Receive individualized treatment and collaborate with a therapist to integrate the insights gained from your psychedelic journey.
Medically Supervised Ketamine
Sessions are scheduled over the course of 3-4 weeks.
Option 1:
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Collaborate with a clinician trained in psychedelics, before and after your healing journey.
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Collaborating with a clinician trained in psychedelics for active preparation enhances the potential for a deeper experience and longer lasting effects. Integration, at its core, involves incorporating the insights gained from a psychedelic journey into our daily lives in meaningful ways.
Our goal is to introduce the medicine gradually and at a pace that is comfortable. From there, doses can be increased to reach a dissociative, psychedelic state if desired.
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During your consultation with one of our medical providers, they will take the time to get to know you and thoroughly review your medical and mental health history to ensure there are no contraindications to treatment and explore if ketamine is a good option for you. There will be plenty of time to answer questions regarding treatment during the visit.
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Your therapist will provide guidance on preparing for your upcoming psychedelic experience, including intention setting, discussing what to expect during your journey and answering any questions you may have. Additional resources, such as the importance of set and setting, will be provided.
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Our individualized treatment plans have been developed utilizing the most current research and designed to provide lasting results. We recommend 4-6 sessions however the duration of treatment will be decided collaboratively and take into consideration your response to treatment and specific goals.
On the day of your session, you will have time to check in with our team, set an intention for your journey and discuss dosing. Our treatment rooms are designed to create a safe and comfortable environment and your journey monitored for safety. Eye shades, music and a weighted blanket are provided to support an inward journey. Your therapist will be with you throughout your entire journey, including time to integrate your experience after your session.
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Sessions are scheduled in the days following your journey and are an important part of the therapeutic process. The essence of integration is to bring new insights gained from the journey into your daily life in meaningful ways. These efforts are maximized by the increase in neural connections catalyzed by ketamine, often leading to more durable results.
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While we recommend the above protocol as a guide, we also understand that individuals may present with unique needs and will individualize a treatment package that works for you. We offer financing for all of our ketamine treatment options. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Option 2:
Medically Supervised Ketamine
Receive individualized treatment plans over the course of 4 weeks.
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Our individualized treatment plans have been developed utilizing the most current research and designed to provide lasting results. Our medically supervised package consists of 4-6 sessions over a period of 3-4 weeks.
After completing the initial course of treatment maintenance sessions may be needed to sustain improvements and will be recommended on an individual basis.
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During your consultation with one of our medical providers, they will take the time to get to know you and thoroughly review your medical and mental health history to ensure there are no contraindications to treatment and explore if ketamine is a good option for you. There will be plenty of time to answer questions regarding treatment during the visit.
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Once your initial consultation is completed and it’s determined that ketamine is a safe treatment for you, our team will schedule your sessions.
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Based on the most current research, we recommend 4-6 sessions however the duration of treatment will be decided collaboratively taking into consideration your response to treatment and specific goals. Our treatment rooms are designed to create a safe and comfortable environment. Eye shades and music are provided to support an inward journey. Sessions are monitored by our clinical team.
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While we recommend the above protocol as a guide, we also understand that individuals may present with unique needs and will individualize a treatment package that works for you. We offer financing for all of our ketamine treatment options. Please contact us if you have any questions.