Mental Health
Ketamine Therapy in Woodland Hills
Ketamine therapy may be an option for some adults with depression or other mental health conditions when other treatments have not helped enough. Every plan starts with a psychiatric evaluation, and treatment is given under medical supervision with monitoring.
IV
IV (intravenous) ketamine is given slowly through a small line in a vein, usually in the arm, while you rest. Because it is delivered gradually and can be stopped at any time, it may suit people who want a closely monitored, carefully paced session. Your provider will help decide which form fits your situation.
IM
IM (intramuscular) ketamine is given as an injection into a muscle, such as the upper arm. It does not require an IV line, so it may suit people who find IV placement difficult or uncomfortable. Your provider will help decide which form fits your situation.
Oral
Oral ketamine is taken by mouth. It may suit people who prefer a needle-free option, when their provider feels it is appropriate for their needs. Your provider will help decide which form fits your situation.
Inhaled
Inhaled ketamine is breathed in rather than injected or swallowed. It is another needle-free option that may suit some people, depending on their health history and goals. Your provider will help decide which form fits your situation.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Ketamine is not a first-line treatment and is not right for everyone. It may be considered for some adults whose depression or other symptoms have not improved enough with other treatments. A psychiatric evaluation helps determine whether it is a safe and suitable option for you.
Every patient is screened before treatment. Your provider reviews your mental health history, medical history, current medications, and goals. Some health conditions or medications may mean ketamine is not a safe choice, and if so your provider will discuss other options.
You rest in a calm, comfortable setting while a member of our clinical team monitors you, including vital signs such as blood pressure. You may notice changes in how you feel or perceive things during the session, and these effects are usually temporary. You are monitored until you are ready to leave, so plan for someone else to drive you home.
Ketamine can cause temporary effects such as dizziness, nausea, raised blood pressure, or a dreamlike or detached feeling. These effects usually ease after the session. Your provider will review your health history beforehand and monitor you throughout each treatment.
At our practice, ketamine is considered as one part of a broader care plan. Your plan may also include psychotherapy, medication management, and regular follow-up visits. Dr. Wuerz has extensive training in ketamine infusion and practices a biopsychosocial approach to care.
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