Ketamine Consultation
At The Burlington Clinic, a Ketamine Consultation is the essential first step in exploring whether ketamine therapy is right for you. Led by Dr. Saal, this thorough assessment includes a review of your medical history, mental health needs, and treatment goals. We take time to listen to your concerns, answer your questions, and explain how ketamine therapy could support your well-being.
Whether you're seeking help for treatment-resistant depression or PTSD, this consultation helps us create a personalised treatment plan that aligns with your unique needs. Our approach ensures we only proceed with ketamine therapy when it is safe and appropriate, so you can feel confident that your care is being handled with the utmost care and compassion.
Consultation Structure:
Duration: 60 minutes
Format: Online video consultation with Dr. Saal, with blood pressure and ECG tests taken in person.
Includes:
Comprehensive mental health assessment
Blood pressure and ECG test to assess cardiovascular health
Discussion of ketamine therapy, benefits, and potential outcomes
Opportunity to ask any questions about ketamine therapy and the treatment process
Benefits:
Personalised Evaluation: A thorough review of your mental and physical health to determine if ketamine therapy is right for you.
Safety-First Approach: The inclusion of blood pressure and ECG tests ensures your safety, providing a complete health assessment before treatment.
Expert Guidance: Led by Dr. Saal, an experienced psychiatrist specialising in ketamine-assisted therapy.
Clear Next Steps: We’ll guide you through the next steps, whether that’s beginning ketamine therapy or exploring other treatment options.
To book your consultation:
Use the button below to schedule your consultation with Dr. Saal. This is the first step toward personalised, evidence-based ketamine therapy, supported by thorough medical evaluation.
FAQ
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Ketamine therapy is an evidence-based treatment that utilizes low doses of ketamine, administered in a controlled and medically supervised environment, to alleviate symptoms of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health conditions. Ketamine can rapidly affect brain pathways, promoting new neural connections and enhancing mood, often where other treatments have not been effective.
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Each ketamine session is conducted in our calming therapy room at 10 Harley Street, or at your own home, under the medical supervision of Saal and one of our nursing team. The experience can vary from person to person, but generally, clients may feel relaxed, have altered perceptions, or enter a meditative state. Our team will be there to support you throughout the process, ensuring you feel comfortable and secure.
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Common side effects may include dizziness, mild nausea, or slight dissociation during the session. These effects are usually temporary and subside shortly after the session. Our team will monitor you closely to ensure your safety and comfort.
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It depends on your current medications and health conditions. During your initial consultation, Dr. Saal will review your medical history and advise if any adjustments to your medication regimen are necessary.
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Many clients report feeling some improvement after just one or two sessions; however, the full benefits often emerge gradually over the course of the 6-session package.
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Yes, an initial consultation, including taking your mental health history, blood pressure and ECG, is required before beginning ketamine therapy. This ensures the treatment is safe and suitable for your specific health needs.
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Based on the results of the consultation and medical tests, Dr. Saal will provide a treatment recommendation. If ketamine therapy is appropriate, we will discuss the next steps, including scheduling your ketamine sessions.
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Coverage for ketamine therapy varies depending on your insurance provider. IV ketamine is generally not covered, but nasal spray (Spravato) sometimes is. Please check with your insurance company to determine if this treatment is eligible under your plan.
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We offer ketamine sessions at our 10 Harley Street location, or the comfort of your own home, if this is preferable to you.
