Ketamine Infusion Therapy
An Innovative Intravenous Treatment for DepressionWhat is Ketamine Infusion Therapy?
Ketamine infusion therapy for depression and anxiety is a cutting-edge intravenous treatment designed to provide fast relief for people experiencing treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, and certain chronic pain conditions. Originally developed as an anesthetic, ketamine has been widely researched for its significant effects on mood regulation and brain function.
When administered in low doses through a carefully monitored IV infusion, ketamine targets the brain’s glutamate system, helping to strengthen neural connections and support healthier brain activity. Unlike many traditional medications that may take weeks to show results, ketamine therapy can often lead to noticeable improvements within hours or just a few days.
If you are experiencing the below conditions, Ketamine may be right for you:
- Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD)
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Bipolar Depression
- Chronic Pain Conditions
- Anxiety Disorders
- Suicidal thoughts
Benefits of Ketamine Therapy
Patients report meaningful improvements after their first few treatments.
Rapid symptom relief compared to other treatments
Potential reduction in suicidal thoughts
Improved mood and emotional resilience
Enhanced brain plasticity and neural repair
Schedule Your Consultation to Learn if Ketamine Therapy is Right for You
Our experienced team helps you explore safe and effective treatment options.
During the treatment, ketamine is delivered through a slow intravenous (IV) infusion that typically lasts between 40 and 60 minutes. Patients rest in a calm, comfortable treatment room while our medical team closely monitors their vital signs throughout the entire session to ensure safety and support.
A typical treatment plan may include:
- Initial series: 6 infusions over 2–3 weeks
- Maintenance sessions: periodic infusions as needed to sustain results
Every treatment plan at the Ketamine infusion clinic is tailor-made based on the patient’s goals and response to the treatment.
Ketamine infusion therapy may be appropriate if you:
- Need fast relief from chronic depression
- Have not responded to multiple antidepressants
- Experience chronic pain and not felt better by other treatments
- Are cleared by a provider as medically stable
A consultation at Torii ketamine infusion center can determine your eligibility.
Is Ketamine Therapy Safe?
When administered by trained ketamine therapists at Torii, ketamine infusion therapy is safe and generally well tolerated. Our clinic follows strict medical protocols to ensure patient safety, including continuous monitoring of vital signs, direct physician supervision, individualized dosing tailored to each patient, and careful observation after treatment. Most side effects are mild and temporary, and may include dizziness, nausea, or brief feelings of dissociation.