What Dana Point Patients Can Expect During Their PTSD Treatment Path

The moment you decide to seek help for PTSD, everything can feel like a whirlwind. What’s next? Who do I talk to? How long will it take to feel better? We’ve walked this path with so many patients in Dana Point, and we want to make sure you know you’re not walking it alone.

Starting treatment is a brave step. And if you’ve made it this far, you’ve already shown incredible strength. Today, we want to walk you through exactly what you can expect during your treatment journey with us. No guesswork. Just real answers and compassionate care.

It Starts with Listening, Not Labeling

When you first reach out, the most important thing we do is listen. Not just to your symptoms, but to your story. We want to understand how PTSD has impacted your life: your relationships, your work, your sleep, your peace of mind.

There’s no rushing, no pressure. We create a space where you can be fully heard. That’s the foundation of everything we do.

Understanding Your Symptoms

PTSD isn’t just about one type of experience. It shows up differently in every person. You might be dealing with nightmares, flashbacks, or feeling constantly on edge. Or maybe it’s more subtle: avoiding certain places, struggling to connect with others, or feeling numb inside.

We’ve seen all of this and more, and we know it can feel overwhelming. That’s why we take the time to talk through everything you’re experiencing. You don’t have to “prove” anything to us. If it matters to you, it matters to us.

Crafting a Personalized Treatment Plan

Once we have a clear picture of what you’re going through, we’ll create a PTSD treatment in Dana Point that’s built around your needs. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach. Your path will look different from anyone else’s, and that’s how it should be.

If you’re a good fit for Ketamine therapy, we’ll walk you through what that looks like, what to expect before, during, and after your sessions, and how it fits into the bigger picture of your healing.

We also recognize that you might already be working with a therapist or mental health provider. If so, we’re happy to collaborate with them so your care stays cohesive and focused.

What Happens During Treatment?

Let’s talk about the experience itself. Once your plan is in place, you’ll come in for a series of sessions in a calm, supportive environment. You’ll never be alone. We’re always here to guide you through each visit.

Many people find that Ketamine helps them gain a new perspective on past trauma. Instead of feeling trapped in the same loop of thoughts or memories, they begin to notice space. Room to breathe, room to process, and room to heal.

We’ve had patients tell us it felt like someone opened a window inside their mind. Others have described a feeling of calm they hadn’t experienced in years. These are powerful moments, and we’re honored to witness them every day.

Monitoring Progress and Making Adjustments

Healing doesn’t happen on a schedule. It unfolds in layers. That’s why we keep checking in, adjusting your care plan if needed, and making sure everything we do is working toward your goals.

You won’t have to figure things out on your own. We’ll talk about how you’re feeling, how you’re sleeping, how your daily life is changing. These check-ins are a vital part of your recovery, and we treat them with the care and attention they deserve.

A Journey, Not a Quick Fix

We’re always honest with our patients. This isn’t about flipping a switch or pretending things are fine after a few sessions. PTSD can be complex, and the path to healing isn’t always linear.

But what we can tell you is this: change is possible. We’ve seen it in so many Dana Point patients who once felt stuck, exhausted, or unsure where to turn. With the right care and support, they found new clarity, peace, and hope.

That’s what we want for you too.

Why Dana Point Patients Trust Us

Living in Dana Point gives you access to amazing views, ocean breezes, and a peaceful environment. But even the most beautiful surroundings can’t take away emotional pain. That’s why we’ve created a space that matches the calm outside with compassion on the inside.

We believe your healing deserves more than surface-level care. It deserves time, attention, and a team that’s in your corner every step of the way.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re dealing with PTSD and don’t know what to do next, I invite you to take the first step with us. Let’s have a conversation. No pressure, just honesty and support. I’ll be here to walk you through every part of your treatment path and make sure you feel seen, heard, and respected.

You don’t have to keep carrying this weight alone. At Renew Ketamine Infusion, we’re here to help you begin again with hope, clarity, and care that truly understands where you’re coming from.

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OCD

Obsessive Compulsive disorder (OCD) is unfortunately resistant to many forms of medical treatment including both medication and therapy.

Ketamine has been shown to be an effective, fast acting, safe option for patients with OCD. Over the course of the Ketamine infusions (2-4 weeks) neuroplasticity can lead to a change or abatement in the intrusive, repetitive thoughts and behaviors that typify OCD.

When combined with our unique post infusion integration process, patients with severe OCD can see profound relief of their symptoms.

Start here for a free physician consultation to see if Ketamine assisted psychotherapy can help renew you.

Chronic Pain

“There is extensive research currently being done on this topic. I can say from personal experience as a practicing Board Certified Pain Medicine Physician, I have had patients with chronic pain, including fibromyalgia, who have had significant relief of their symptoms with Ketamine assisted therapy. With that said, Ketamine assisted therapy will definitely not work for everyone with chronic pain, and each patient will require a thorough evaluation to ensure they are an adequate candidate for a trial of Ketamine assisted therapy for relief of their chronic pain” -Dr. Justin Yanuck.

The current evidence of Ketamine assisted therapy for chronic pain is fairly mixed. The majority of studies only looked at ketamine infusion without any assisted psychotherapy.

Ketamine has the ability to lead to relief on its own (and the mechanisms for this have been well studied). We feel quite strongly that the real potential for Ketamine to provide relief, especially for chronic pain patients, is when combined with psychotherapy. Psychotherapy allows the individual to process their experience and build off this experience to lead to new psychological frameworks for processing both internal and external stimuli.

Pain is complex, and Ketamine assisted psychotherapy is not one-size-fits-all. Our treatment plan gives patients with treatment-resistant chronic pain and even opiate dependance a chance to try a different and effective treatment. Start here (button) for a free physician consultation to see if Ketamine assisted psychotherapy can help renew you.

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PTSD

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a major public health concern, affecting up to 7% of Americans.

As many as half of all Americans with PTSD get inadequate relief from traditional treatments which include antidepressants, antipsychotics, and cognitive behavioral therapy.

Ketamine combined with psychotherapy has been shown to be very effective at reducing the symptoms of PTSD. These effects last well beyond its near immediate relief.

Many mechanistic actions for how Ketamine works in PTSD have been proposed.

Ketamine allows people to reacquaint themselves with their past inciting trauma from an emotionally neutral perspective. Ketamine will not make you forget about the trauma. It can allow you to acknowledge its occurrence in a neutral way in order to not be continually re-traumatized by thinking about it.

Depending on the patient, outcomes can be noticed almost immediately with a sense of lightness and joy. Ketamine followed by psychotherapy has been shown to lead to significant relief of the burdens of PTSD.

Start here for a free physician consultation to see if Ketamine assisted psychotherapy can help renew you.

Anxiety

Traditional treatments for anxiety will often either work poorly, have addictive properties, or severe side effects including brain fog and drowsiness. Furthermore, these treatments tend to have reduced efficacy over time, and lead to only transient relief of symptoms.

Ketamine, when combined with our novel integrative psychotherapy, can lead to significant relief of anxiety.

During the ketamine infusion and integration process, patients will often get a better understanding of their anxiety, and are able to reframe many of the triggers that often provoke their anxiety.

Ketamine has properties that allow for rewiring of the brain (new synapse formation and repair of existing synapses). Ketamine allows people to effect changes into their own lives. It shows people that they have the power to heal from within and take control of their relationship with anxiety.

Start here for a free physician consultation to see if Ketamine assisted psychotherapy can help renew you.

Depression

Ketamine has been shown to be extremely effective and safe for patients with depression and treatment resistant depression (those who fail to get relief from two or more antidepressants).

Ketamine is highly effective at rapidly (within 2-8 hours) reducing depressive symptoms. Traditional antidepressants often take weeks to months to work.

Many traditional antidepressants have side effects including reduced libido, weight gain, GI upset, mood disturbances, and unfortunately require daily use for months to years.

Many antidepressants, even if they do work, require you to be on them for years, if not for the rest of your life.

Ketamine treatment has been shown in most patients to lead to resolution of symptoms without the need for any further medications.

Ketamine is not a medication meant to be taken for the rest of your life. The goal is to provide sustained relief after the completion of a set treatment plan. This is accomplished by combining the actions of Ketamine in the brain with psychotherapy. Additional enhancement sessions available as needed.

Unfortunately, there is a significant subset of patients that do not get significant relief from traditional cognitive behavioral therapy. Ketamine acts as a catalyst to stimulate a patient’s innate capacity for psychological healing. This allows patients to overcome past experiences and learned behavior to truly heal. Ketamine, combined with therapists who are specifically trained to work with psychedelic therapies, can lead to profound breakthroughs and deep psychological healing.

Start here for a free physician consultation to see if Ketamine assisted psychotherapy can help renew you.

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