Esketamine Clinic

Esketamine is a prescription-only drug that has been shown to be effective in treating depression that other forms of medication treatment haven’t helped. It is a nasal spray for depression—the first of its kind—and was FDA-approved for treatment-resistant depression in 2019. Esketamine is given in an outpatient clinic setting where you are closely monitored during your session by trained healthcare professionals.

If you’d like more information, you can read more on esketamine (Spravato) in this patient brochure.

Patients can experience a variety of feelings during an esketamine treatment. The most intense feelings/experiences happen soon after taking esketamine, and usually dissipate by 30-45 minutes. Patients may experience:

• Feelings of disorientation
• Feeling removed from your body/time/space
• Experiencing a greater sense of connection
• Feelings of anxiety or fear
• Sleepiness
• Feelings of peacefulness, spirituality, or relaxation
   

The idea of "leaning into the experience" means being open and accepting of the unique sensations and thoughts that may occur during and after your esketamine treatment. These experiences are temporary and part of the treatment process.

• Set a positive mindset for your treatment and stay in a calm state of mind as you begin your session
• Avoid alcohol for a day before/after treatment
• Let go of specific goals and expectations and be open to treatment
• Let go and don’t try to control or resist your response to treatment as this might increase stress, tension, and anxiety during your session
• Accept your experience, rather than try to avoid it

Remember: You are in a supportive environment with trained healthcare professionals. Our clinical rooms were specially designed to be comfortable, quiet, and with adjustable lighting. The rooms don’t feel clinical but are more like a living room for your comfort. You will be closely monitored and released when medically ready. You aren’t alone