Transform your path to healing with the latest advancements in integrative mental health care. Our FDA-approved, ketamine-assisted therapy is a targeted intervention approved for Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and Treatment-Resistant Depression.
Ketamine-assisted therapy is an FDA-approved treatment for chronic cases of Major Depressive Disorder. It is recognized by major health organizations for its benefits, including the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) and the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA).
Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic used under medical supervision historically for anesthesia or surgical purposes, but has since gained use to induce a trance-like state that makes it easier to work through psychological distress and engage the brain’s natural healing process.
It is especially valuable for treatment-resistant cases where traditional medications and therapies have failed. Because effects can begin within hours or days rather than weeks, ketamine offers hope for individuals struggling with severe and persistent symptoms of depression. Off-label, it is used for complex cases of OCD, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and trauma.
Our licensed and certified therapists are committed to supporting you throughout the ketamine therapy process, ensuring that you can effectively integrate your experiences to achieve successful treatment outcomes. Ongoing sessions and supportive care help maintain these benefits, making it a promising, holistic approach to complex mental health challenges.
Unlike conventional antidepressants, ketamine acts quickly by targeting the NMDA receptors in the brain. This innovative method can naturally boost the levels of glutamate and BDNF, chemicals vital for learning, memory, and the generation of new neurons. This action helps to restore neural connections and promote plasticity, encouraging the brain to rewire itself away from patterns associated with depression and other mental health challenges.
During your session, ketamine is administered under strict medical supervision, often combined with psychotherapy. This combination allows patients to experience mental relief while simultaneously processing emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.
Ketamine therapy not only reduces symptoms rapidly but can also create a window of opportunity for long-term mental health improvements by enhancing the brain’s receptiveness to traditional psychological treatment.
Insurance often covers ketamine therapy for cases of treatment-resistant depression. For other mental health challenges, such as anxiety, insomnia, and trauma, it’s best to speak with our admissions team, who can verify your benefits and connect you with treatment.
Ketamine therapy has been observed to provide quick relief for many individuals with many reporting a significant reduction in their symptoms within days to weeks.
Ketamine therapy offers long-lasting relief with effects that can extend for weeks or months, allowing patients to benefit from fewer treatment sessions compared to conventional mental health therapies.
Compared to antidepressants, ketamine therapy is associated with fewer side effects. The most commonly reported side effects include dizziness, nausea, and vomiting, which are typically mild and transient.
Ketamine therapy can be administered in a doctor’s office or clinic, offering a practical option for many seeking support for their mental well-being.
Consultation with a doctor or mental health professional is essential if you’re considering ketamine treatment. They can assist in evaluating your specific situation, including risks and potential benefits, to determine if ketamine is a beneficial approach for you.
Factors that are typically considered in this assessment include your medical history, current medications, symptoms of mental health conditions, and your willingness to engage in therapy. Treatment history and things you have tried previously are also examined (ketamine is not a first-line mental health treatment).
Individuals who are typically considered good candidates for ketamine therapy include:
Ketamine-Assisted Therapy (KAT) is not universally applicable. It may not be suitable for everyone, and there are some risks associated with its use. Individuals who are typically not considered good candidates for ketamine therapy include:
Maple Mountain Mental Health and Wellness adopts a holistic approach to the use of ketamine as an off-label medication. We provide therapy and support throughout the ketamine experience, from the initial consultation to the post-experience integration with therapy modalities such as EMDR and ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy).
Non-Invasive:
Effective symptom relief without the need for long-term medication use or surgery, minimizing physical side effects and supporting the brain’s natural healing process.
FDA-Approved for Depression:
Backed by rigorous clinical research and FDA approval for major depressive disorder, providing confidence in its proven safety and efficacy.
Rapid Symptom Improvement:
Many clients begin to feel relief from depression symptoms within just 1 to 2 sessions.
Minimal Disruption to Daily Life:
Sessions are brief (approximately 40 minutes) and require little recovery period, allowing clients to resume activities the day after their appointment.
Supports Neuroplasticity:
Stimulates brain areas critical for mood and cognitive function, enhancing pathways for long-lasting emotional resilience and mental clarity.
Suitable for Treatment-Resistant Cases:
Offers hope to those who haven’t found success with traditional antidepressants or talk therapy alone, providing a new pathway to healing.
A typical ketamine therapy treatment schedule usually begins with an initial phase of six sessions administered over 2 to 3 weeks. Each session generally lasts 40 to 60 minutes.
Your journey begins with a thorough clinical evaluation to assess your mental health history, treatment goals, and suitability for ketamine therapy. This step ensures personalized protocols tailored to your unique needs for complex conditions.
To meet official criteria for treatment-resistant depression as covered by insurance, you must have gone through two previous depression treatments (often medication and therapy).
Ketamine sessions are administered in a safe, controlled environment under medical supervision. Depending on the method, infusions, lozenges, nasal sprays, or injections, therapy typically lasts 40 to 60 minutes.
You’ll have a comfortable space to relax while the ketamine targets specific brain circuits to promote neural healing and symptom relief.
Post-treatment, our care team monitors your progress with regular follow-ups to adjust protocols and integrate therapies like counseling or medication management. This comprehensive approach helps sustain benefits, address any side effects, and support your overall mental wellness journey.
If you are receiving ketamine therapy on an outpatient basis, it’s important to have someone available to assist in transportation. Individuals are not permitted to drive after their ketamine session.
We accept most major insurance plans, and many providers cover ketamine therapy for cases of treatment-resistant depression. We can also treat anxiety, insomnia, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other difficult-to-treat cases with ketamine therapy; however, these are often considered off-label use and not covered by insurance.
Common side effects of ketamine therapy can include hallucinations, confusion, dissociation, elevated blood pressure, and nausea, though these are typically short-lived and monitored during treatment.
Ketamine is used to treat severe depression and suicidal ideation. Off-label it is used for anxiety, PTSD, bipolar disorder, OCD, and has emerging applications for chronic pain syndromes such as migraines and fibromyalgia.
Ketamine therapy is generally not recommended for individuals with uncontrolled hypertension, severe cardiovascular or liver disease, those experiencing psychosis, or struggling with substance abuse. Certain neurological conditions or an inability to provide informed consent can also exclude individuals from receiving ketamine treatment.
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Maple Mountain Recovery has changed my life. The staff is loving, kind, and they make the environment safe for everyone. Unlike other treatment centers, they individualize your treatment according to your needs. This place is a second home to me and I consider the staff and clients my second family. I’m going to miss this place so much. ❤️
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Maple Mountain Recovery has changed my life. The staff is loving, kind, and they make the environment safe for everyone. Unlike other treatment centers, they individualize your treatment according to your needs. This place is a second home to me and I consider the staff and clients my second family. I’m going to miss this place so much. ❤️
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Ketamine therapy offers a breakthrough, non-invasive treatment targeting brain circuits to relieve treatment-resistant depression and complex mental health cases with personalized, evidence-based protocols.
We are committed to ensuring that our services are accessible to everyone, regardless of their insurance status. We understand that insurance can be a complex and confusing process, but we are here to help you every step of the way.
