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Depression is no respecter of person. Even busy professionals with thriving careers can struggle with symptoms of sadness, anxiety and even thoughts of death. If you’ve tried treatment only to find little success, we invite you to explore an innovative neurotherapeutic treatment — ketamine infusion therapy.

At Principium Psychiatry in New York City, we offer this transformative and effective treatment along with individualized therapeutic plans to patients struggling with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety and other mood disorders. Learn if ketamine therapy may be right for you.

The Role of Ketamine Therapy in Treatment-Resistant Depression

There is hope in the ongoing fight against treatment-resistant depression. Ketamine therapy is an intravenous (IV) treatment that can potentially transform the brain’s neural pathways and regrow neurons damaged by lengthy exposure to stress. This remarkable remedy for intractable mood disorders could lead to long-term depression remission.

How it works is not entirely understood, yet the results are remarkable — with research showing 70% of patients with pronounced improvement. Ketamine appears to bind to glutamate receptors, which are often dysfunctional in patients with depression. Rather than activating neuroreceptors such as dopamine and serotonin, like traditional antidepressants, ketamine seemingly rewires the brain to help patients break the cycle of depressive symptoms.

An estimated 7.3 million U.S., adults experienced as least one major depressive episode in 2017.

Who Can Benefit From Ketamine Therapy?

During your consultation at Principium Psychiatry, we will carefully review your medical history to ensure ketamine therapy is a safe and effective treatment option for you. Ketamine shows remarkable promise as a therapeutic option for:

  • Treatment-resistant depression
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Bipolar depression
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder
  • Obsessive-compulsive disorder

What to Expect During Ketamine Infusions at Principium in NYC

We provide intravenous ketamine therapy at our comfortable and private offices in NYC. Under the direct supervision of a friendly and competent medical professional, your treatment begins with two to three small infusions every week over a few weeks. After this initial plan, many patients require less frequent ketamine infusions, some cutting back to occasional booster treatments as needed.

While we do offer intranasal ketamine treatments, receiving this medication intravenously is the gold standard — allowing for a more effective, more precise and safer treatment experience.

The Benefits and Side Effects of Ketamine Therapy

Ketamine treatment offers incredible benefits to patients who have found little to no success with other medications like antidepressants, including:

  • Results in days
  • Lasting effects
  • No need for daily treatment

It’s also important to discuss the potential side effects of ketamine. We provide small infusions, so these risks are mild and rare, including potential nausea, blood pressure fluctuations and sedation.

Our Ketamine Therapy Locations

Midtown

Principium Psychiatry offers comprehensive psychiatry services to patients in Midtown Manhattan near Grand Central Station. The treatment providers at Principium utilize innovative approaches that will help you manage your mental health.

Wall Street

Principium’s newest office is located in the heart of Wall Street for convenient access and travel for Wall Street professionals and Lower Manhattan residents. The office is located in the beautiful Standard Oil Building which offers an exclusive, warm and friendly atmosphere for your treatment sessions.

Providing Safe and Effective Care

Experience and safety — the two most important factors when choosing a ketamine provider in NYC. At Principium, we are committed to providing a safe and compassionate environment of care where you can receive the information you need to make an informed decision about ketamine infusion therapy. Our founding psychiatrist, Dr. Cohen, and our experienced multidisciplinary medical team work tirelessly to ensure you have a treatment plan that addresses your symptoms and keeps you looking toward a bright future.

At our two New York City locations, you will find:

  • Convenient and flexible hours for busy professionals
  • Education and guidance about ketamine and other treatment options
  • Assistance contacting insurance providers to determine coverage
  • Expert care from our team of professionals

Schedule Your Ketamine Therapy Consultation in New York City

Contact us for a consultation to discuss ketamine therapy at Principium Psychiatry in NYC. We look forward to serving you at our locations in Midtown and Lower Manhattan.

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