BLOGS: Anxiety & Depression

The single most reassuring fact about ketamine therapy is one most people don’t hear until they ask: the intensity of what you feel during a session does not predict how well it works. Some people have vivid, dreamlike experiences. Others feel a mild floaty calm, and a few mostly drift off. All of those are […]

Ketamine can open a window in the brain where new patterns of thought and emotion become easier to form. The question ketamine-assisted psychotherapy asks is a simple one: what if you had a trained therapist right there with you while that window is open, helping you make use of it? That’s the core idea behind […]

A single ketamine treatment can lift depression within hours, which is remarkable next to the four to six weeks traditional antidepressants take. But that first question, how fast it works, is quickly followed by a more important one: how long does the relief actually last? The honest answer is that a single treatment doesn’t last […]

Most antidepressants take four to seven weeks to make a real difference, which is a long time to wait when you’re struggling. Ketamine nasal spray works on a completely different timeline and a completely different system in the brain, and some people notice a shift within hours or days. That speed is the whole reason […]

The most talked-about side effect of Spravato is one that would be alarming with almost any other medication: a temporary sense of feeling disconnected from your body, thoughts, or surroundings. With Spravato, that dissociation is expected, closely monitored, and usually fades within a couple of hours. Understanding which side effects are normal, which are temporary, […]

The holiday season often brings indulgence, irregular schedules, and increased stress. While celebrating with family and friends is rewarding, it can disrupt healthy routines, including sleep, exercise, nutrition, and mental wellness habits. As the holidays wind down, it is essential to reset and rebuild routines that support physical and emotional health.  Assess and Reflect on […]

As winter sets in across Ohio, shorter days and reduced sunlight can take a toll on mental health. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs during specific times of the year, most commonly in late fall and winter. Individuals experiencing symptoms of SAD are encouraged to talk to a professional. Complete […]

Gabapentin is an anticonvulsant medication that has several FDA-approved uses from treat epilepsy, postherpetic neuralgia (nerve pain post-shingles), and restless leg syndrome. It works by altering the transmission of electrical signals in the brain, which can reduce the intensity of seizures or relieve pain for other disorders. Outside of it’s FDA-approved purposes, many psychiatrists have found […]

Adderall is a stimulant. Anxiety, at its core, is the body in a stimulated state. That overlap is exactly why so many people who take Adderall, whether prescribed for ADHD or used without a prescription, end up wondering whether the medication is causing their racing heart, tight chest, or persistent edge. The short answer is […]