Addressing OCD with Ketamine Therapy: A New Hope for Patients

Ketamine therapy for OCD

We’ve all experienced moments when our thoughts seem to spiral, or we feel the need to double-check something just one more time. But for those living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), these thoughts and actions aren’t just fleeting; they’re constant, exhausting, and often isolating.

If you’re here because you’re exploring new options or searching for something that might finally offer relief, you’re in the right place. We’ve had the privilege of walking alongside people in Orange County who’ve tried countless approaches, only to feel like nothing really works. That’s why we’re excited to share something that has brought real change for many of our patients: Ketamine therapy for OCD.

Understanding OCD From Our Perspective

We’ve seen how OCD doesn’t always show up the same way in everyone. Some people feel stuck in repetitive behaviors like handwashing or checking, while others are caught in mental loops of thoughts they can’t escape, no matter how hard they try.

What makes OCD especially challenging is how it slowly takes over everyday life. It can affect work, relationships, and even simple daily routines. And for many, the hardest part is how invisible it all looks to the outside world.

We understand this deeply. And that’s why we believe in a more compassionate, science-backed approach to helping people reclaim control over their minds and lives.

The Limits of Traditional Treatments

Most people who come to us have already tried the usual treatments. They’ve seen therapists, tried different medications, and stuck to routines, even when it felt impossible. While these treatments can be helpful for some, they don’t always provide the lasting relief people need.

In many cases, the medications either lose their effect or come with side effects that are hard to manage. We’ve heard it time and time again: “I’m doing everything I’m supposed to, but I still feel stuck.”

This is where Ketamine therapy for OCD has emerged as a promising alternative, especially for individuals who haven’t responded well to traditional methods.

What Makes Ketamine Therapy Different?

We’re often asked how Ketamine is different from what people have already tried, and it’s a great question. Ketamine works on a completely different system in the brain than most antidepressants or anxiety medications. Instead of focusing on serotonin, Ketamine targets the glutamate system, which plays a key role in learning, memory, and behavior regulation.

What this means for our patients is that Ketamine may help break the repetitive thought cycles that drive OCD behaviors. Some of the people we work with describe it as finally getting a “pause” from their racing thoughts, something they haven’t felt in years.

Of course, results vary for each individual. But we’ve seen enough transformations to feel confident that Ketamine can open the door to new possibilities, especially when other treatments haven’t worked.

What You Can Expect

We take our time with each person who walks through our doors. Our approach is personalized, thoughtful, and designed with comfort in mind. We’re here to listen, not judge, and help guide you through every step.

During your sessions, you’ll be in a calming, controlled setting where you can feel safe. We’re by your side throughout the entire process, and we work closely with your other care providers if needed to ensure everything fits into your broader wellness plan.

We believe that healing is not a one-size-fits-all experience. And that’s exactly why Ketamine has been such a meaningful option, it gives us the flexibility to meet your needs where you are.

A New Path Forward for OCD

We want to be honest with you, Ketamine therapy isn’t a cure, and it isn’t magic. But it is a powerful tool that’s helping many people make progress when other paths have led to dead ends.

One of our patients told us that, for the first time in a decade, she was able to go through her morning routine without obsessing over it. Another shared how his intrusive thoughts started to quiet down after just a few sessions. These are the kinds of stories that inspire us every single day.

OCD can feel like a never-ending loop, but you don’t have to stay stuck in it. There is another way, and we’d love to help you explore it.

You Don’t Have to Navigate This Alone

If you’re living with OCD and nothing has seemed to work, it’s okay to look for something new. It doesn’t mean you’ve failed; it means you’re still fighting, still hoping, still pushing forward.

We’re here for you.

Let’s have a conversation about what you’re going through and how Ketamine might fit into your journey. You deserve to know all your options and to be supported every step of the way.

At Renew Ketamine Infusion, we’re honored to be part of the change that so many people in Orange County are searching for. Let’s talk, and let’s take that next step together.

 

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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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