About Ketamine Treatment

Ketamine injection services are offered as part of a comprehensive psychiatric care program. All treatments are provided following medical evaluation and ongoing clinical oversight under medical supervision

Ketamine is a prescription medication that may be incorporated into a broader psychiatric treatment plan when clinically appropriate. Treatment decisions are made following a structured evaluation that includes medical history, current medications, and overall health considerations.

When someone has depression, the brain’s circuitry changes, including how neurons communicate with one another. According to the Department of Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine, Ketamine appears to promote the regrowth of synapses (connections between neurons). The drug targets a different system in the brain than typical antidepressants, and that may be why Ketamine works so well, even for patients who have not had success with other standard antidepressants.

Injections are administered in a monitored clinical setting.

Clinical Evaluation Process

Before treatment is considered, patients complete:

• Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation

• Medical history review

• Medication reconciliation

• Risk assessment and eligibility screening

Treatment recommendations are determined solely by the provider based on clinical judgment and applicable prescribing guidelines.

In-Office Injection Protocol

Ketamine injections are administered in our outpatient setting under direct medical supervision.

During visits:

• Vital signs are monitored

• Dosing is determined by the provider

• Post-treatment observation is provided

• Follow-up care is scheduled as indicated

Patients are required to arrange transportation following treatment sessions. To ensure patients get home safely when transportation is not available, we offer a $30 Uber credit.

At our Plainfield location, our psychiatric medical team provides a modern, monitored approach to Ketamine treatment that is:

• Effective: Proven to restore neural connections and promote neuroplasticity.

• Accessible: We strive to keep costs low, offering treatment at about half the price of other centers.

• Efficient: Sessions typically last 75 minutes

Integrated Treatment Planning

Ketamine services are not provided as stand-alone care. They are integrated within a broader psychiatric treatment framework that may include:

• Medication management

• Ongoing psychiatric follow-up

• Clinical care planning

• Coordination with other providers when appropriate

Safety & Oversight

All services are delivered in accordance with state and federal prescribing regulations. Clinical protocols are designed to prioritize patient safety, medical appropriateness, and professional oversight.

Not all individuals are candidates for ketamine treatment. Eligibility is determined after evaluation.

Scheduling a Consultation

To learn more about psychiatric services and treatment options, schedule a clinical consultation. During this appointment, the provider will review your history and discuss appropriate care pathways.

Appointments are required. Treatment decisions are made after evaluation.

Ketamine Therapy at Hendricks Therapy

Unlike traditional antidepressants, Ketamine targets unique brain pathways to repair neural connections and regrow synapses damaged by depression. This makes it highly effective even for treatment-resistant patients.

While often grouped with psychedelics, Ketamine works through a distinct biochemical process to gently lift negative emotional states and provide patients with fresh perspectives on their mental health.

Ketamine Therapy at Hendricks Therapy

Unlike traditional antidepressants, Ketamine repairs brain circuitry by regrowing synapses, making it a breakthrough for treatment-resistant depression. While often classified as a psychedelic, it works through a unique biochemical pathway to lift negative emotions and provide patients with profound personal insights.

All treatments are provided following a medical evaluation. Services are delivered in accordance with applicable medical standards and prescribing regulations.

KETAMINE THERAPY

NEUROPLASTICITY

DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SPRAVATO AND KETAMINE

BIOAVAILABILITY

WHY WE USE INTRAMUSCULAR IN ADDITION TO SPRAVATO

KETAMINE THERAPY AT PLAINFIELD

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