Is Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
Right for Me?

Ketamine-assisted therapy is a structured, medically supervised process. It is not a quick fix. Ketamine-assisted therapy can be a powerful tool for certain mental health, insight and personal growth goals—but it isn’t for everyone. Here’s a guide to see if you might be a fit. There are no guaranteed outcomes, as every individual is unique.

This page is intended to help you decide whether requesting a consultation at Stillwater Wellness may be a good next step.

Who Can Benefit

This May Be a Good Fit If You:

  • Are seeking a therapeutic process, not a one-time experience

  • Are willing to engage in preparation and integration sessions

  • Feel emotionally stuck, constrained, or disconnected despite prior treatment. Evidence suggests Ketamine Assisted therapy is helpful for Chronic, treatment-resistant depression (unipolar or bipolar) and PTSD, and emerging evidence suggests it may be helpful in many more aspects of mental health.

  • Are curious about ketamine-assisted psychotherapy within a medical and therapeutic framework

  • Are psychologically stable and able to reflect on your inner experience

  • Want a careful, supported approach, rather than rapid or symptom-only treatment

You do not need prior psychedelic experience.

This May Not Be a Good Fit If You:

  • Are seeking emergency or crisis mental health care

  • Want ketamine without therapy, preparation, or follow-up

  • Are looking for guaranteed outcomes or rapid transformation

  • Have active substance use concerns that are not being addressed

  • Are experiencing acute psychiatric instability

  • Are not open to medical and psychological screening

Who Should Avoid Ketamine

Suitability is determined through a consultation and screening process. Ketamine is not recommended for individuals with the following concerns:

Medical Contraindications:

  • Unstable or untreated hypertension (BP >140/90)

  • Cardiovascular disease or arrhythmias (unless cleared by Cardiologist)

  • History of aneurysm or stroke (unless cleared by Cardiologist)

  • Acute angle-closure glaucoma

  • Uncontrolled thyroid disease

  • Severe liver disease

  • Pregnancy (breastfeeding ok)

  • Caution with sleep apnea, migraines, or seizure disorders

Psychiatric Contraindications:

  • Active psychosis or thought disorders (e.g., schizophrenia)

  • Active or recent mania/hypomania

  • Borderline personality disorder

  • Active or severe substance use disorder

  • Caution in individuals with a history of significant trauma, if not working with a therapist

Next Steps

Curious if ketamine therapy could help you?

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A medical screening is the first step. This  60-90 minute intake ensures your safety and helps you get the most from your sessions—whether you’re looking for relief, insight, or transformation.

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