For the estimated 30% of people with depression who don't respond adequately to traditional antidepressants and therapy, the search for relief can feel endless and demoralizing. In Utah County and across the state, ketamine-assisted therapy is offering new hope to individuals who had nearly given up.
What Is Ketamine-Assisted Therapy?
Ketamine is an FDA-approved anesthetic that, at sub-anesthetic doses, has shown remarkable efficacy for treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and anxiety. Unlike traditional antidepressants that can take weeks to work, ketamine often produces noticeable relief within hours to days.
At Addo Therapy in Lindon, UT, ketamine is never administered in isolation. Every ketamine session is paired with professional psychotherapy — before, during, and after — to help clients process insights, integrate experiences, and create lasting psychological change. This is what distinguishes ketamine-assisted therapy from ketamine infusion clinics.
The Science: How Does Ketamine Work?
Ketamine works primarily by blocking NMDA receptors and triggering a rapid increase in glutamate — a neurotransmitter involved in neural plasticity. This creates a window of neuroplasticity during which the brain is more receptive to new patterns of thinking and feeling. Research from Yale, Harvard, and other leading institutions has consistently demonstrated ketamine's effectiveness for treatment-resistant depression.
Is Ketamine Therapy Right for You?
Ketamine-assisted therapy may be appropriate if you:
- Have tried two or more antidepressants without adequate relief
- Are experiencing treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, or severe anxiety
- Are medically cleared for ketamine administration
- Are committed to the full therapeutic process including integration sessions
A thorough evaluation is required before beginning ketamine therapy. Not everyone is a candidate, and our team at Addo Therapy will work with you to determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
Ketamine Therapy in Lindon, Utah County
Addo Therapy offers ketamine-assisted therapy in Lindon, UT, serving Provo, Orem, American Fork, and all of Utah County. Call to schedule a consultation and learn if this treatment is right for you.