Feeling like you’ve tried everything—and still feel stuck? If traditional antidepressants, therapy sessions, or other treatments haven’t brought relief, ketamine therapy might be the answer you’ve been searching for. At Sage Health & Wellness, we believe in offering cutting-edge, evidence-based options—it's time to consider whether ketamine could be the key to your breakthrough.
1. Is ketamine safe?
In clinical settings, ketamine is generally safe. Common side effects—dissociation (feeling disconnected), dizziness, blurred vision—usually resolve within a few hours propeltherapeutics.com+5en.wikipedia.org+5en.wikipedia.org+5. Mild blood pressure increases and nausea can occur; that’s why medical monitoring is essential.
2. Is it addictive?
Used responsibly in clinics, ketamine is not addictive nyketamine.com+15propeltherapeutics.com+15michiganmedicine.org+15. Recreational misuse can pose risks, but under our careful protocol, dependency is rare .
3. How long do the effects last?
After an initial course of ~6 infusions over 2–3 weeks, many patients experience relief for 2–4 weeks. Some continue with maintenance infusions (weekly or biweekly) to sustain benefits verywellmind.com+1self.com+1.
4. Who is a good candidate?
Ketamine is particularly suited for those who have tried—and not responded to—at least two different antidepressants or other therapies like ECT or TMS en.wikipedia.org+3nyketamine.com+3nypost.com+3.
5. What about esketamine (Spravato)?
Esketamine is the S-enantiomer of ketamine, approved by the FDA in 2019 as a nasal spray for treatment-resistant depression—and suicidal ideation—used under strict supervision nypost.com+8en.wikipedia.org+8en.wikipedia.org+8.
6. Will insurance cover it?
Coverage varies. Esketamine (Spravato) may be covered under certain plans, while most IV or sublingual ketamine is paid out-of-pocket—still, many patients say it's worth the investment when nothing else helps.
If you’re struggling daily—despite antidepressants, therapy, even ECT or TMS—ketamine therapy offers a powerful, science-driven reset. Many of our clients describe it as the first real relief they’ve felt in years.
Curious to learn more? We’d love to talk with you. Schedule a free consultation with our compassionate clinical team to explore how ketamine therapy might help you reclaim control over your mood and your life.
Remember: ketamine isn’t a magic cure—but for many, it’s the turning point. And when that shift arrives, everything can change.
If you have other questions—like how to prepare for a session, cost estimates, or recovery expectations—just let us know. We’re here, ready to support your journey to wellness.
-- Written by Tin Le, Life Coach & Medical Assistant at Sage Health & Wellness