What Are The Short Term Effects of Ketamine?

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Ketamine itself causes a number of short-term effects, including the desired effects for psychotherapy and ketamine therapy. It is important to familiarize yourself with the short term effects of ketamine if you are planning on undergoing ketamine therapy.

Does Aetna Cover Ketamine Therapy?

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Ketamine therapy can be very helpful in psychotherapy to deal with mental health and trauma issues linked to chronic depression. But, does Aetna cover ketamine therapy in Arizona? Aetna for Ketamine Therapy Yes, Aetna covers esketamine (Spravato) nasal spray as long as you have “pre-certification.” “…Aetna considers esketamine (Spravato) nasal spray medically necessary for treatment-resistant […]

Does Cigna Insurance Cover Ketamine Therapy?

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Does Cigna Insurance Cover Ketamine Therapy? Yes, Cigna Insurance covers “Spravato” (esketamine) as long as the use is covered by certain criteria. Criteria that is covered by licensed physicians like those associated with the Arizona Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy Institute (AZPAPTI). What Is Esketamine / Spravato? Spravato is the brand name for nasal-route esketamine — the […]

Is Ketamine Therapy Safe?

In-short, yes, ketamine therapy provided by a licensed physician — and used in combination with mental health therapy — is perfectly safe.

Why Do Psychedelics Help with Trauma and Depression Therapy?

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Those without any experience with psychedelic compounds may not easily see the connection between a psychedelic “trip” and therapy/counseling. However, those who have used psychedelics understand that the time during a “trip” (the time during which the psychedelics act on the mind and body) is a time when a person feels most connected to their […]

What is SPRAVATO® (esketamine)?

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What is SPRAVATO® (esketamine)? SPRAVATO® is the brand name for prescription esketamine produced by Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies. SPRAVATO® (esketamine) is a nasal spray form of ketamine that has an on-label use of treating “Adults with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) and/or Depressive symptoms in adults with major depressive disorder (MDD) with suicidal thoughts or actions. SPRAVATO® (esketamine) […]

Am I A Candidate for Psychedelic Assisted Psychotherapy?

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Before participating in psychedelic treatment, you will be carefully assessed to determine if you are eligible for ketamine therapy, including a medical history, a physical exam if deemed necessary, review of your medical/psychiatric records, a psychiatric history, and administration of brief psychological tests to assess your state of mind. The program requires a thorough history […]

Does Insurance Cover Ketamine Therapy?

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The Arizona Relationship Institute offers the therapy portion of the program and is contracted with Blue Cross Blue Shield and will be based on your individual plan. The individual sessions would be covered by insurance for the psychotherapy portion and the preparatory sessions prior to the infusions. We do our best to give our clients […]

How Much Does Ketamine Therapy Cost?

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Our Ketamine Out-Patient Program is very different from other clinics. We have created an all-encompassing healing process catered to the individual and their journey. The cost will vary depending on the client. We have an intake specialist who will walk you through the process and answer any question you may have.

Is Ketamine Legal In Arizona?

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The fact that the FDA now allows Ketamine Therapy in Arizona for medical purposes has caused a lot of confusion over whether or not ketamine is legal in Arizona. Is Ketamine Legal In Arizona? No, ketamine is not legal in Arizona. Ketamine is a Schedule III Drug, and is therefore an illegal drug to possess […]