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Let’s start with something easy. Can you tell us a little about your professional background and areas of focus?

I am a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in Integrative Psychiatry, Ketamine-Assisted Therapy, and Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration. I earned my MD from the University of Colorado School of Medicine with additional training in their Urban Underserved Track. After completing my psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City, I focused on underserved populations in East Harlem before turning to psychedelic-assisted therapy. I completed a fellowship in Integrative Psychiatry and received training in Ketamine-Assisted Therapy through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute and other renowned experts.

My clinical practice is heavily influenced by my long-standing interest in consciousness, psychedelics, and integrative medicine. I am also a graduate of Vajrayana Buddhist seminary and have over 20 years of intensive training as a meditation instructor. 

I'm best known for my work with ketamine-assisted therapy and served as the national Medical Director for Field Trip Health and at Nue.Life before joining the Innerwell team as their Chief Medical Officer.

How would you describe your approach to therapy?

My approach to therapy is collaborative, honoring client autonomy while fostering a supportive environment for healing, growth, and flourishing. I believe that each person's journey is unique, and therapy should be tailored to individual needs. Together, we explore the reasons that bring you to seek care, building on your strengths and identifying the most effective strategies to help you achieve the life you envision. I combine evidence-based practices with innovative approaches, focusing on the therapeutic alliance and holistic well-being.

My patients would likely describe me as someone who is genuinely invested in their well-being and takes the time to understand their unique experiences. They might say I bring a calm, thoughtful presence to our work together, blending holistic care with innovative, evidence-based approaches. Many appreciate my ability to create a safe, non-judgmental space where they feel empowered to grow and heal. They would also highlight my interest in psychedelic-assisted therapies and meditative practices, which bring a fresh perspective to mental health care.

How did you become interested in working with psychedelics including ketamine?

My interest in working with psychedelics, including ketamine, grew from my long-standing fascination with consciousness and integrative medicine. Early in my career, I worked with underserved communities, and I saw firsthand the limitations of traditional treatments for mental health conditions. I was drawn to the transformative potential of psychedelics, particularly their ability to offer healing in ways that go beyond conventional approaches. Through extensive training and personal exploration of meditative practices, I saw how these therapies could deeply enhance mental health care and foster lasting change.

What has been your most meaningful experience in working with psychedelics? 

This one is hard to answer, as there are so many! The general theme of these revolve around the profound power of these treatments to elicit deep meaning and lasting change for people who demonstrate a readiness for such.

What excites you most about the future of psychedelics?

Following the research, we're seeing an increase in potential indications for psychedelics. We're also seeing many new molecules and routes of administration. Furthermore, we're seeing a lot of creativity around the kinds or corresponding talk therapies utilized with these medications. To put it shortly, this is really the beginning of a major paradigm shift in how psychiatric care is delivered.

Enough about work! Let’s try some rapid fire questions;

First, Where do you live? - New York City

What's a perfect afternoon? - Taking my toddler out into nature.

Favorite food? Pizza/Pasta - Too many to list! I love sushi and pizza the most.

Describe yourself in two words. - Open & Kind

Dr. Ben Medrano is a board-certified psychiatrist specializing in Integrative Psychiatry, Ketamine Assisted Therapy, and Psychedelic Harm Reduction and Integration. He earned his MD from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed his psychiatric residency at Mount Sinai Hospitals in New York City. With extensive experience working with underserved communities, Dr. Medrano has held leadership roles at Field Trip Health and Nue.Life. His approach combines a deep interest in consciousness and integrative medicine, aiming to provide holistic mental health care. He resides in NYC with his wife and their 2-year-old son. In his free time, he enjoys meditating and dancing to Chicago/Detroit house and techno music, reflecting his teenage years as a raver.

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Ketamine therapy has emerged as a promising treatment for various mental health conditions. However, the true potential of ketamine lies not just in the therapy sessions themselves, but in the process of integration that follows. Integration is the key to harnessing powerful insights gained during ketamine experiences and grounding these lessons into daily life for lasting transformation. In this article, we will explore the concept of ketamine integration, its role in maximizing therapeutic benefits, practical tips for effective integration, real-life examples, and strategies for overcoming challenges. 

Integration, in the context of ketamine therapy, refers to the process of incorporating the insights, emotions, and experiences gained during ketamine sessions into one's life. Integration involves reflection, processing, and applying the newfound understanding to promote healing and personal growth. By engaging in integration, individuals can truly maximize the benefits of their ketamine therapy journey.

The Role of Integration in Maximizing Therapeutic Benefits

The term integration is thrown around frequently in the psychedelic healing space. The act of integration comes from the concept of a well-balanced psyche- we integrate fractured and exiled parts of ourselves by inviting them into conscious awareness, or wholeness. If we live our lives under the notion that integration is a lifestyle, then we invoke deeper meaning and contemplation in all areas of our lives. Suddenly, snapping at your partner when they ask you to take out the trash is not just a moment of irritation, but perhaps a deeper curiosity about underlying patterns and programming at play in relationship dynamics that may not be serving you. The ways we self-sabotage can be quite sneaky and clever.  


The process of integration becomes particularly vivid and rich when working with psychedelic experiences, because psychedelics can bring to light our fractured and exiled parts, at what can feel like speed-of-light time. Because of the potency ketamine therapy can offer, working with a professional on psychic material that is present in these experiences is incredibly helpful.

Integration plays a vital role in sustaining the transformative changes experienced during ketamine therapy. By actively integrating the insights and experiences into daily life, individuals can cultivate lasting changes and create a solid foundation for their healing. Furthermore, integration facilitates the integration of emotional and psychological aspects, fostering a more holistic and comprehensive healing process.

Practical Tips for Effective Ketamine Integration

Surround yourself with supportive relationships and a safe physical space to foster a nurturing environment for integration.

Trust your intuition with taking space to process alone as well. A light social calendar and more time to be with yourself following treatment is ideal

Remember to hold yourself with gentleness and unconditional positive regard

Engage in regular journaling and self-reflection to capture insights, process emotions, and track your progress throughout the integration journey.

Bring your journal with you and jot things down as they present throughout the day

Begin with 20 minutes per day. Set a time and write anything that comes to mind- it is important to write not just logistical parts of the day, but how you feel about the things you are writing, both then and now. 

Work with a therapist or counselor experienced in ketamine integration to receive guidance and support in navigating the integration process.

If we were excellent at solving our own problems, we would have done that by now. 

Asking for help and allowing yourself to be helped is hard. We can do hard things. 

Engaging in Mindfulness and Self-Care Practices:

Incorporate mindfulness techniques and self-care practices into your daily routine to support emotional regulation, self-awareness, and overall well-being.

Breathwork practices for 10 minutes per day to regulate nervous system function

30 second cold shower to reduce inflammation and reset nervous system

Beginning each day with 10 thing you are grateful for is a simple hack for beginning each day with appreciation

While integration can be a transformative process, it is not without its challenges. Common obstacles such as fear, doubt, or difficulty applying insights may arise. Ketamine therapy can offer a bird’s eye perspective of ourselves, our relationships, and our thoughts, and sometimes, what we see can be challenging to accept. Perhaps we have been controlling and hostile to our family members because we feel a deep sense of unworthiness, or perhaps we have been inattentive parents because we are burnt out and running on empty. Treat each insight that comes through as a piece of gold. We can only transmute pain into peace once we have honored and accepted the source of the wound. We can move towards freedom once we have a better understanding of the cages we’ve built in our minds. Challenges are a natural part of the integration process. Strategies for overcoming these challenges include seeking support from professionals or support groups, practicing self-compassion, engaging in self-reflection, and being patient with yourself throughout the journey.

I originally entered ketamine treatment with the main goal of learning- as a therapist-in-training, specifically working with psychedelics, I wanted to understand how the medicine felt so I could support future clients by experiencing what they experience. When I began treatment, I was newly single and had taken a leave of absence from school due to overwhelming feelings of hopelessness, so this seemed like a good time to research healing. 


Over the course of the first few treatments, I quickly came to understand that throughout my entire life, I had been feeling a deep sense of inadequacy and mistrust in myself, stemming from harsh, emotionally unavailable parents and other various traumas collected in the warzone that is adolescence on planet earth. I was unconsciously seeking a romantic partner to “save me,” and projecting onto them some made up fairytale which they would never live up to in real life. I also was allowing harmful and toxic relational dynamics in my life. Because I so desperately wanted to be cared for, I excused terrible behavior and abandoned myself in the process. I was trapped in a cycle of seeking reconciliation for my inner twelve year old, who had to survive alone and just wanted protection.

Coming to terms with how my wounds have played out in my failed relationships was incredibly challenging. Imagine how devastating it would be to believe yourself to be confident and independent, only to find out you have actually been clingy, insecure and desperate? Talk about a change in perception…yikes. I recommend enlisting the help of a professional in guidance here. For many of us who have been conditioned to do everything alone, seeking help in itself can be a radical initiation for healing. Belief systems, coping mechanisms, and patterns forge over many years, and untangling the knots of said systems requires patience and forgiveness. Without the help of a trained professional, psychic material that lives in the blind spots can stay there longer, continuing to create sabotaging situations in our life, like a never ending game of whack-a-mole. A pattern cannot survive with awareness, and trained professionals are experts in helping us find patterns.

How to find a Ketamine Integration Therapist

If you’ve already built trust with an existing therapist, you may be able to continue working with them. That said, finding a skilled ketamine integration therapist is essential for maximizing the benefits of your therapeutic journey. Here are some key considerations to help you find the right professional:

Ensure the therapist has specialized training in psychedelic-assisted therapy, particularly in ketamine integration. Certifications from organizations like MAPS and Fluence can be a good indicator of effective training.

Look for experience working specifically with ketamine-assisted therapy clients.

Choose a therapist with a holistic approach, incorporating various integration techniques like mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral strategies.

Schedule an initial consultation to assess comfort and compatibility; the therapeutic relationship should feel safe and supportive.

Confirm the therapist offers ongoing support and resources for integration between sessions.

Check reviews and testimonials to gauge the therapist's effectiveness and approach.

Ketamine integration holds tremendous potential for maximizing the healing benefits of ketamine therapy. By actively reflecting on ketamine experiences, processing emotions, and applying insights to daily life, individuals can foster sustainable transformation and growth. Embracing the integration process, with all its challenges and rewards, allows for a more profound and impactful healing journey. So, embark on your integration path with openness, curiosity, and a commitment to your personal growth, knowing that the power of ketamine lies not just in the therapy itself but in the integration that follows.

Looking for ketamine treatment with integration therapy from licensed psychotherapists? Innerwell offers at-home ketamine therapy for as low as $59 per treatment with insurance. Take the 2 minute quiz to see if you're a fit.

Ketamine therapy has emerged as a promising treatment for various mental health conditions. Integration is the key to harnessing powerful insights gained during ketamine experiences and grounding these lessons into daily life for lasting transformation. In this article, we will explore the concept of ketamine integration, its role in maximizing therapeutic benefits, practical tips for effective integration, real-life examples, and strategies for overcoming challenges.

The Power of Ketamine Integration: Maximizing Healing through Reflection and Application

Ketamine Integration - The Complete Guide

Ketamine integration exercises are crucial for deepening the therapeutic benefits of ketamine-assisted therapy. These exercises help individuals process and incorporate the insights and emotions experienced during their ketamine sessions into their daily lives. Below are ten ketamine integration exercises, each explained with a practical approach and how they help.

How to Practice: After your ketamine session, set aside 15-20 minutes daily to write down your thoughts, feelings, and any insights you experienced. Focus on your emotional and mental state, recording any significant realizations or patterns.

How It Helps: Journaling helps to solidify your insights, making them easier to recall and act upon. It encourages self-reflection and can reveal subconscious patterns, making the integration process more profound.

How to Practice: Practice mindful meditation for 10-20 minutes each day. Focus on your breath, bodily sensations, or a specific mantra. If your mind wanders, gently guide it back to the present moment.

How It Helps: Meditation cultivates a sense of inner peace and presence, allowing you to remain grounded. It helps integrate the ketamine experience by fostering a deeper connection to your inner self and the present moment.

How to Practice: Engage in controlled breathing exercises, such as the 4-7-8 technique (inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7, exhale for 8). Dedicate at least 5-10 minutes a day to focused breathwork.

How It Helps: Breathwork can release emotional blockages and reduce anxiety. It supports the integration of ketamine therapy by promoting relaxation and helping process difficult emotions that may surface.

How to Practice: Use creative outlets like drawing, painting, or sculpting to express your feelings and thoughts post-ketamine session. Don't worry about the outcome; focus on expressing your inner world.

How It Helps: Art therapy provides a non-verbal means of expression, which can be particularly effective for processing complex emotions. It allows for a deeper exploration of the subconscious mind, fostering integration.

How to Practice: Engage in mindful movement activities such as yoga, tai chi, or dance. Focus on how your body feels and responds to different movements, staying present with each motion.

How It Helps: Movement therapy helps release stored physical tension and emotional energy. It enhances body awareness, grounding the insights from your ketamine experiences into your physical being.

How to Practice: Spend time outdoors in natural settings, whether it’s a park, forest, or beach. Engage all your senses: feel the breeze, listen to the birds, and observe the natural surroundings.

How It Helps: Being in nature has a calming effect and promotes a sense of connection and clarity. It can facilitate the integration process by providing a serene environment to reflect and process ketamine-induced insights.

How to Practice: Schedule regular sessions with a licensed therapist experienced in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Share your ketamine experience and explore the emotions and thoughts that arise.

How It Helps: Professional guidance helps navigate challenging insights and emotions. It provides a safe space for verbalizing your experiences and aids in creating actionable integration strategies.

How to Practice: Create positive affirmations based on your ketamine journey insights. Repeat them daily, preferably in front of a mirror, with conviction and belief.

How It Helps: Affirmations reinforce new beliefs and perspectives gained during ketamine therapy. They help rewire thought patterns, making integration more effective and sustainable.

How to Practice: Join support groups where you can share your ketamine experiences and listen to others. Online forums or local meet-ups can provide a sense of community.

How It Helps: Sharing with others who have undergone similar experiences can normalize your feelings and provide additional insights. It offers emotional support and can validate your journey, aiding in integration.

How to Practice: Use sound baths, healing frequencies, or soothing music during relaxation times. Allow the sound to guide your thoughts and emotions, helping you enter a meditative state.

How It Helps: Sound therapy helps align and balance your energy. It can assist in processing and releasing emotions, making the integration of your ketamine experience smoother and more profound.

How to Practice: Each morning or evening, write down three things you are grateful for. These can be simple things, like a sunny day, or more profound, such as personal growth or meaningful connections.

How It Helps: Gratitude practice shifts your focus toward positive aspects of life, enhancing emotional well-being. It can help integrate the positive insights from ketamine therapy into a more optimistic mindset.

How to Practice: Spend 10-15 minutes daily visualizing a peaceful, safe space where you feel completely at ease. You can also visualize achieving personal goals or embodying positive changes.

How It Helps: Visualization helps to cement new perspectives and aspirations uncovered during ketamine therapy. It can create a mental blueprint that guides you toward desired emotional and behavioral outcomes.

How to Practice: Lie down in a comfortable position and mentally scan your body from head to toe. Notice any areas of tension or discomfort, and breathe into those spaces, imagining relaxation and release.

How It Helps: Body scanning increases bodily awareness and helps release stored tension or emotional energy. It enhances the integration process by connecting the mind and body, fostering a holistic sense of well-being.

How to Practice: Use your voice to sing or chant mantras that resonate with you. This can be done alone or in a group setting, focusing on the vibration and sound.

How It Helps: Singing and chanting can have a calming and centering effect. It engages the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing stress and helping to integrate emotional releases experienced during ketamine sessions.

How to Practice: Engage in grounding exercises such as walking barefoot on grass, touching a tree, or holding a grounding object like a stone. Focus on the sensations and the connection to the earth.

How It Helps: Grounding helps you stay connected to the present moment and your physical body, which is essential after the expansive experiences of ketamine therapy. It provides stability and security, making integration smoother.

How to Practice: Use essential oils like lavender, frankincense, or peppermint during relaxation or meditation. Inhale deeply or apply to pulse points, focusing on the aroma.

How It Helps: Aromatherapy can trigger emotional responses and enhance mood. It provides a sensory experience that can anchor positive emotions and insights from ketamine sessions, aiding in integration.

How to Practice: Engage in free writing or poetry, allowing thoughts and emotions to flow without censorship. Write about your ketamine experiences, emotions, or any stories that come to mind.

How It Helps: Creative writing allows for the exploration and expression of inner thoughts and feelings. It can reveal deeper meanings and facilitate the integration of ketamine therapy insights into a narrative that makes sense.

How to Practice: Keep a dream journal beside your bed and record your dreams as soon as you wake up. Reflect on the symbols and emotions in your dreams, relating them to your ketamine experiences.

How It Helps: Dreams can offer valuable insights into your subconscious mind. Analyzing them can help uncover unresolved emotions or thoughts, making integration more effective by bringing these elements into conscious awareness.

How to Practice: Focus on the area around your heart, imagining a warm light radiating from it. Breathe deeply, imagining your breath moving in and out of your heart space.

How It Helps: Heart-centered meditation fosters compassion and self-love. It helps integrate the emotional healing experienced during ketamine sessions, making the heart a focal point of your inner transformation.

How to Practice: Practice self-compassion by speaking kindly to yourself, especially when you notice negative self-talk. Use phrases like, “It’s okay to feel this way,” or “I am worthy of love and understanding.”

How It Helps: Self-compassion is critical in integrating difficult emotions and experiences. It allows for a gentle and nurturing approach to personal growth, which can be crucial after the intense insights of ketamine therapy.

How to Practice: Spend intentional time in a forest or wooded area, focusing on the sights, sounds, and smells. Take slow, deliberate walks, allowing the natural environment to rejuvenate you.

How It Helps: Forest bathing reduces stress and promotes a sense of calm and connection with nature. It aids in the integration process by grounding you and providing a peaceful setting for reflection and relaxation.

22. Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT Tapping)

How to Practice: Use your fingertips to tap on specific meridian points on your body while voicing affirmations or acknowledging emotions. Focus on areas of tension or negative thoughts.

How It Helps: EFT tapping helps release emotional blockages and can provide immediate relief from stress or anxiety. It is a practical tool for integrating and processing emotions post-ketamine therapy.

How to Practice: Spend time in water, whether through swimming, floating, or simply sitting by a body of water. Pay attention to the sensation of water on your skin and the calming sound of moving water.

How It Helps: Aqua therapy provides a soothing and meditative environment. The feeling of weightlessness and the calming effect of water can help process and integrate the profound emotional and psychological experiences from ketamine sessions.

How to Practice: Walk slowly and mindfully, paying attention to each step, the movement of your body, and the sensations beneath your feet. Use this time to reflect on your ketamine session insights.

How It Helps: Walking meditation combines the benefits of physical activity with mindfulness. It helps integrate insights by linking them with the rhythm and flow of walking, promoting a balanced state of mind.

How to Practice: At the start of each day, set a specific intention related to the insights from your ketamine session. It could be something like, “Today, I will practice self-compassion” or “I will stay present in the moment.”

Incorporating these ketamine integration exercises into your daily routine can profoundly impact how you internalize and benefit from your ketamine-assisted therapy sessions. They promote self-awareness, emotional processing, and a stronger connection between mind and body. By consistently practicing these techniques, you can deepen your healing journey and embrace the transformative potential of ketamine therapy.

These additional ketamine integration exercises provide a variety of approaches to deepen the healing and transformative effects of ketamine-assisted therapy. By exploring different techniques, you can find the ones that resonate most with your personal needs and preferences, creating a more tailored and effective integration process. Remember, the goal of these exercises is to bridge the insights gained from your ketamine experience into everyday life, fostering long-term growth and well-being. 

For those looking for a supportive and comprehensive approach to ketamine therapy, Innerwell provides licensed therapists and tailored care to guide you through every step of your healing journey. Take the 2 minute quiz to see if you're a fit.

Ketamine Integration Exercises: How to Practice Them and Their Benefits

Ketamine is a safe, FDA-approved medicine that has powerful biological and cognitive effects. This has been proven effective for patients suffering from a variety of physical and mental conditions, including those who haven’t found success with other therapies. By law, ketamine must be reported in the controlled substance database (PMP), which is searchable by any of the patient’s other providers. 


Choosing to undergo ketamine treatment is a personal decision. You might be concerned about your employer detecting ketamine in a routine drug test. Can your ketamine treatment be detected, and if so, when will traces of the drug disappear from your system?Read on to learn everything you need to know about ketamine and drug testing.


This is one of the most frequent questions we receive about ketamine therapy. Will it show up on a drug test? Will my employer know that I’m using this treatment? Don’t worry—most standard drug tests do not include ketamine, so it is unlikely to appear on your test. 

What are the common drug tests used by employers?

Most employers, as well as government agencies, use a 5-panel drug test, which detects PCP, cannabis, cocaine, opiates, and amphetamines. However, some places use a 10-panel drug test, which tests for the same substances as the 5-panel but also includes other substances like methadone and barbiturates. The 10-panel test is used to detect both illegal drugs and prescription drugs that are frequently abused.

Can ketamine usage be detected in a drug test?

Ketamine is not included in standard 5-panel or 10-panel drug screenings. However, a separate test specifically for ketamine can be ordered. This is usually only requested if ketamine abuse is suspected, meaning it’s not standard practice for employers, schools, or government agencies.

In summary, while ketamine is not included in standard drug testing, it can be screened for if specifically tested. The drug metabolizes differently for everyone. Typically, ketamine is out of your system within 12 hours, but it may take a week or even two for traces to become completely undetectable by a drug test.  If you’re concerned about a ketamine drug test, talk to your provider. They can offer advice and help you decide if the treatment is the best option for you. Your provider can also provide a treatment letter to your employer explaining that you’re legitimately being prescribed ketamine for a medical or psychiatric condition.

Call us at (909) 679-3482 or email care@helloinnerwell.com to learn if ketamine therapy is right for you!

Ketamine is a safe, FDA-approved medicine that has powerful biological and cognitive effects. This has been proven effective for patients suffering from a variety of physical and mental conditions, including those who haven’t found success with other therapies. By law, ketamine must be reported in the controlled substance database (PMP), which is searchable by any of the patient’s other providers. 

Will Ketamine Show Up On My Drug Test

Embarking on your first ketamine session can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. It's perfectly normal to feel a mix of emotions before this unique journey. To ease any concerns, let's explore what you need to know about your first ketamine experience.

Ketamine has a longstanding track record of safety, having been administered to millions of adults and children since 1970. Notably, it differs from opioids and benzodiazepines in that it does not pose respiratory issues, even in higher doses.

Over the past three decades, extensive studies have investigated ketamine's efficacy in treating depression, anxiety, and PTSD. The findings consistently affirm its safety and effectiveness in addressing these conditions.

Your journey with ketamine begins at a low dose, allowing you to acclimate to its effects. At this level, ketamine induces a deep sense of relaxation, akin to enjoying a glass of wine. As your sessions progress, doses can be adjusted to align with your unique circumstances, condition, and treatment goals. Higher doses often manifest as dream-like experiences, where intricate imagery and altered self-perception may arise.

While most patients experience no side effects, those who do typically encounter brief and minimal issues lasting 1 to 2 hours. Common side effects include nausea, dizziness, headache, grogginess, and blurry vision.

Feeling nervous about your inaugural ketamine session is entirely normal. To help ease any apprehensions, adopt the mantra from Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic & Consciousness Research: Trust, Let Go, and Be Open (TLO).

Trust in the Process: You've been prescribed a legitimate, safe, and effective medicine tailored to your mental health needs. Your session will take place in a secure and comfortable setting, with a support person present to assist you. The experience is time-limited, lasting just one hour. Any anxiety or challenges during the session will be transient, leaving you with newfound insights.

Let Go of Preconceived Notions: Release any fears or preconceived notions about the experience. Trust that the medicine will guide you toward the healing experience you need.

Be Open: Keep in mind the intentions you've set for the session and your treatment goals. Simultaneously, be open to observing aspects of yourself and your life that the medicine may reveal.


As you step into this transformative experience, remember that you are in capable hands, supported by a reputable medical team. Your journey with ketamine holds the potential for profound healing and self-discovery. Trust the process, let go of any apprehensions, and be open to the transformative power of this innovative treatment.

If you have any questions or need further guidance, our team at Innerwell is here to support you. Your well-being is our priority, and we look forward to assisting you on your path to mental health recovery.

What to know if you’re nervous about your first ketamine experience

What to know if you’re nervous about your first Ketamine experience

At Innerwell, your safety is our top priority. We want to reassure all our patients that we take the utmost care in ensuring your safety. The principles of the Hippocratic Oath guide us: First, Do No Harm. We have an extensive number of safeguards in place with ketamine treatment at Innerwell to ensure your well-being throughout your journey with us. 

Ketamine is a safe medication for patients who have undergone a thorough medical and psychiatric evaluation and do not have any contraindications to treatment. It is a remarkably effective medication for off-label treatment of several psychiatric conditions. In clinical practice, ketamine dependence and abuse are rare. Ketamine can be used safely for at-home treatment when the following guidelines are followed; 

All patients are screened for medical contraindications prior to initiating ketamine treatment. At the discretion of your prescriber, we may require specialist clearance from cardiologists, neurologists, and other physicians for patients who have any conditions that we determine can increase the risk of adverse events from ketamine (i.e., any history of significant heart, liver, lung, and kidney disease). Certain patients are not suitable for at-home ketamine treatment due to their medical or psychiatric history.

At Innerwell, your safety is our top priority. We want to reassure all our patients that we take the utmost care in ensuring your safety. The principles of the Hippocratic Oath guide us: First, Do No Harm. We have an extensive number of safeguards in place with ketamine treatment at Innerwell to ensure your well-being throughout your journey with us. Ketamine can be used safely for at-home treatment when the following guidelines are followed