Condition guide
Ketamine Therapy and PTSD
Education about ketamine treatment for qualifying patients with PTSD in Clearwater and Tampa Bay.
What patients should know
Research has explored ketamine as a potential treatment for PTSD symptoms. It is generally considered within a broader trauma-informed treatment plan rather than as a replacement for psychotherapy or ongoing psychiatric care.
Why screening matters
A clinician should review trauma history, current symptoms, medications, substance-use history, cardiovascular risk, and other factors before treatment.
What a consultation covers
- Your diagnosis and symptom history
- Prior treatments and response
- Current medications and relevant interactions
- Medical and psychiatric risk factors
- Expected benefits, uncertainties, and alternatives
- Transportation and post-treatment safety instructions
No guarantees: Response to ketamine varies. This page does not claim that ketamine will work for every patient or that it is the best treatment for a particular condition.