The Advanced Experience

Advanced Depression Treatments in San Diego

Intramuscular Ketamine Therapy

Experience rapid relief from depression and anxiety — with personalized care that goes beyond the limitations of Spravato.

 
  • >70% response rate in clinical studies
  • Customized, weight-based dosing for more effective treatment
  • 90-minute office visits (vs 2 hours for Spravato)
  • Not limited to just 3 fixed FDA doses like Spravato
  • Ideal for patients with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, or PTSD
  • This is an off label treatment using the standard racemic ketamine solution.

Treatment Schedule

Most patients begin with an induction phase: 2–3 sessions per week for 2 weeks. Once symptoms improve, treatments shift to a maintenance phase every 1–4 weeks depending on your response.

All patients require a psychiatric evaluation with a provider prior to starting therapy.

 

What You Need to Know

  • Location: Available at our National City office
  • Monitoring: You’ll be observed by medical staff for at least 60–90 minutes post-injection
  • Transportation: A driver is required to take you home after each session
  • Side Effects: Nausea, dissociation, dizziness, increased blood pressure, fatigue (similar to Spravato)
  • Contraindications: Same as Spravato — uncontrolled hypertension, active substance use, psychosis, recent heart attack, pregnancy

In Network with the following insurance providers

Each insurance company will have its own eligibility requirements and coverage policies. Please check with your insurance provider to explain benefits and plan limitations.

Financing Options

We provide financing options for our treatments to make them more accessible. For Ketamine treatments, we offer financing through CareCredit, a healthcare credit card designed for health and wellness needs. For TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) therapy, financing is available through the Advanced Care Card. These financing options can help manage the cost of treatment, making it easier for you to access the care you need.

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