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First Ketamine Therapy Session in Mission Viejo – What to Expect

Starting your journey with ketamine therapy in Mission Viejo can be both exciting and a bit nerve-wracking. Whether you’re seeking relief from depression, anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain, taking the first step toward healing is a significant milestone. At Renew Ketamine Infusion Clinic & Wellness Center, we understand that you may have many questions about what to expect during your initial visit.

Here’s what you can anticipate during your first ketamine therapy in Mission Viejo with us.

1. A Comprehensive Pre-Session Assessment

Before starting your treatment, we take the time to understand your unique medical and mental health history. Your initial visit will include a thorough evaluation with one of our board-certified physicians, who will assess your current symptoms, past treatments, and overall health. This comprehensive assessment allows us to create a personalized treatment plan tailored specifically to your needs.

Our goal is to ensure that ketamine therapy in Mission Viejo is the right option for you. We take into account any underlying conditions, medication interactions, and personal preferences to develop the most effective treatment course. This patient-centered approach means that you receive care that is both safe and effective.

2. A Welcoming and Tranquil Environment

The setting in which you receive your treatment plays a crucial role in your overall experience. We have carefully designed our clinic to provide a peaceful, spa-like ambiance that promotes relaxation and healing. From the moment you step through our doors, you will be greeted by a warm and supportive team dedicated to making you feel comfortable.

We believe that a calm, stress-free environment enhances ketamine’s therapeutic benefits. Our private treatment rooms are designed to create a sense of serenity, allowing you to fully focus on your healing journey. You can expect soft lighting, comfortable seating, and a soothing atmosphere to help you feel at ease throughout your session.

3. The Ketamine Therapy Process

Once we have finalized your personalized treatment plan, your first ketamine session will begin. The process involves receiving a carefully controlled dose of ketamine intravenously, allowing the medication to be absorbed quickly into your system. This session typically lasts between 40 minutes and an hour, depending on your specific treatment plan.

As the treatment begins, you may experience a deep sense of relaxation or mild dissociation. Some patients describe feeling as if they are floating or entering a dream-like state. These effects are completely normal and are part of the therapeutic process. Throughout the session, our experienced medical team will closely monitor you to ensure your safety and comfort.

After the treatment is complete, you will spend a short period in our recovery area, where we will continue to monitor you as the effects gradually wear off. Many patients report feeling calm, refreshed, and mentally lighter after their first session.

4. Integration with Psychotherapy

At Renew, we recognize that the effectiveness of ketamine therapy is significantly enhanced when combined with psychotherapy. That’s why we offer integration sessions with licensed clinical psychotherapists to help you process your experiences and emotions after treatment.

Ketamine can create a unique window of neuroplasticity in the brain, allowing for greater mental flexibility and emotional breakthroughs. Working with a therapist during this period can help you explore new perspectives, reframe negative thought patterns, and make meaningful progress toward healing.

Our integration approach ensures that you get the most out of your ketamine therapy in Mission Viejo, helping you achieve lasting improvements in mental health and overall well-being.

5. Personalized Care and Attention

From your first consultation to each treatment session, our team is committed to providing compassionate, individualized care. We take the time to listen to your concerns, answer any questions, and guide you through each step of the process.

We understand that seeking treatment for mental health conditions or chronic pain can be a deeply personal journey. That’s why we emphasize building a strong patient-provider relationship based on trust, respect, and open communication. We want you to feel empowered and informed about your treatment, ensuring that you leave each session feeling supported and confident in your progress.

Our dedicated team is here to offer guidance, encouragement, and expert care tailored to your specific needs.

6. Follow-Up and Continuous Support

Healing is not just about the treatment itself—it’s about the ongoing support and care you receive throughout your journey. After your first ketamine therapy in Mission Viejo, we will schedule follow-up appointments to assess your progress and make any necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.

Some patients experience noticeable improvements after just one session, while others may require multiple therapies to achieve the best results. Our team will work closely with you to ensure that your treatment plan evolves based on your responses and unique needs.

Your Journey Starts Here

Taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming, but you are not alone. We are here to support you every step of the way. Our compassionate, evidence-based approach sets us apart, and we believe in the transformative power of ketamine therapy when combined with expert care and psychotherapy.

If you’re ready to explore this innovative treatment option, we invite you to schedule a free consultation with our team. Together, we can help you reclaim your mental wellness and find relief from chronic pain.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is ketamine therapy, and how does it work?

Ketamine therapy is an innovative treatment used to help individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. It works by targeting NMDA receptors in the brain, promoting neuroplasticity, and helping to rewire negative thought patterns. Unlike traditional antidepressants, ketamine can provide rapid relief, often within hours or days.

2. Is ketamine therapy safe?

Yes, ketamine therapy is safe when administered by medical professionals in a controlled clinical setting. Our board-certified physicians closely monitor every session to ensure your safety and comfort throughout the treatment.

3. How should I prepare for my first ketamine therapy session?

Before your session, we recommend:

  • Eat a light meal a few hours beforehand.

  • Avoid alcohol or recreational drugs at least 24 hours prior.

  • Arrange for someone to drive you home after the session.

  • Wear comfortable clothing to help you relax during treatment.

4. What does the first ketamine therapy session involve?

Your first session includes:

  • A comprehensive pre-session assessment with our medical team.

  • A calming, spa-like environment designed for relaxation.

  • Ketamine therapy, lasting around 40–60 minutes.

  • Post-treatment monitoring to ensure smooth recovery.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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