Frequently Asked Questions

We treat a wide range of mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, insomnia, and more. Our board-certified psychiatrists provide comprehensive evaluations to determine the best treatment approach for your specific needs.

Your first appointment is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation that typically lasts 60-90 minutes. During this time, your psychiatrist will review your medical history, current symptoms, past treatments, and goals. Together, you'll develop a personalized treatment plan that may include medication, therapy recommendations, or other interventions.

Ketamine works differently than traditional antidepressants. While SSRIs and other medications can take weeks to months to show effects, ketamine often provides relief within hours or days. It acts on NMDA receptors in the brain and promotes rapid neural connections, making it especially effective for treatment-resistant depression.

Yes, we accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicare, and others. Our staff will verify your benefits before your appointment and help you understand your coverage. We also offer self-pay options and accept CareCredit for financing.

Follow-up frequency depends on your individual treatment plan. Initially, appointments may be more frequent (every 2-4 weeks) to monitor medication effectiveness and adjust doses. Once stable, many patients have appointments every 1-3 months for medication management.

With in-network insurance, ketamine infusions can be as low as $150 per session. Self-pay rates vary, and we offer package deals for multiple sessions. We also accept CareCredit for those who need financing options. Contact us for specific pricing information.

Absolutely! We encourage collaborative care. Many of our patients continue working with their therapists while we manage their psychiatric medications. We're happy to coordinate with your therapy team to ensure comprehensive care.

Please bring your insurance card, photo ID, a list of current medications (including doses), any relevant medical records or previous psychiatric evaluations, and completed new patient forms. If you have questions about specific documents, our staff can help when you schedule.

Please contact our office to inquire about telemedicine options. We strive to provide flexible care options to meet our patients' needs while ensuring the highest quality of treatment.

We understand that life happens. Please contact us at least 24 hours before your scheduled appointment if you need to cancel or reschedule. This allows us to offer the time slot to another patient in need.

Yes, we offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy as a non-invasive treatment option for depression and other conditions. TMS uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain and is FDA-approved for treatment-resistant depression.

The best way to determine if you're a candidate for ketamine therapy is through a consultation with one of our psychiatrists. Generally, patients who have tried multiple traditional treatments without success, or those with severe symptoms needing rapid relief, may be good candidates.