Ketamine Treatment
Ketamine: An Innovative Approach
to Mental Health and Beyond
Once only known as an anesthetic, ketamine is now being explored as a potential game-changer in the treatment of a number of psychological disorders. Promising results have been shown with the use of this dissociative anesthetic as an off-label treatment for mood disorders like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and bipolar depression.
Alternative Mental Health Solutions
Less than 50% of patients respond to traditional psychiatric medications. For those who do not respond to traditional psychiatric medications, studies have supported that ketamine offers quick, significant improvement in symptoms.
As with all treatment modalities, ketamine is not a magic bullet. The long term efficacy of ketamine works congruently with the patient’s focus on lifestyle modifications and therapy as needed.
Ketamine's Positive Effects on Mental Health
The mental health community has recognized and praised ketamine for its usefulness in treating depression and suicidal ideation. Ketamine’s advantages include:
What to Expect During a
Ketamine Treatment
The Holistic Approach:
Integrating Lifestyle Changes
While ketamine treatment is effective in the short-term, a more holistic approach improves its long-term usefulness. A combination of factors, including a healthy diet, regular exercise, mindfulness practice, and treatment, can contribute to long-term mental health and well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions about
Ketamine Treatments(FAQ)
The evolution of ketamine from an anesthetic to a treatment for mental illness exemplifies the adaptability of modern medicine. Its quick effectiveness and wide range of uses open up exciting new possibilities for people struggling with mental health issues. Ketamine’s ability to improve lives is a light of hope in the world of mental health treatment, and this promise will only grow as research into the drug continues.
Providers Who Work With This Condition
Amanda provides care in our Lakewood office and virtually. She accepts Aetna, UHC, Cigna, and BCBS. Amanda is a Board Certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). She received a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Child Psychology from the University of Minnesota before going on to become a Registered Nurse and PMHNP. She has experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients.
Brittani is a Colorado native with over a decade of diverse nursing experience, beginning in the emergency department, where she developed a strong foundation in managing crises and acute mental health care. She later served in hospice, gaining meaningful experience supporting patients and families navigating complex psychiatric, emotional, and psychosocial needs. This work helped shape her compassionate, whole-person approach to mental health care.
Amy has special interest in perinatal mental health, mood disorders, ADHD, and working with teens, LGBTQ+ individuals and older adults. As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, she strives to provide a caring relationship where each person can feel safe and accepted. Research increasingly supports an integrative approach to mental health care, which can include medication, therapy, nutritional support, and exploration of habits, history, and stressors. Amy will collaborate with you to find a treatment plan that is clinically appropriate and sensitive to your personal needs.
I am a motivated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner passionate about providing empathetic, patient-centered care. My journey into psychiatric nursing began when I recognized my natural ability to connect with people. This realization compelled me to pursue a career where I could make a meaningful impact and discover my passion as a PMHNP
Heather is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in nursing and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care. She earned a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Colorado where she trained across diverse clinical settings. Her background as a registered nurse includes emergency medicine, community mental health, case management, and cardiology. These are experiences allow her to approach mental health care with a holistic and medically informed perspective.
