Episode 129: Ketamine-Assisted Therapy

Dr. Hudson Elmore explains how Ketamine is being used in psychotherapy. He unpacks how patients are prepared for its use, what it's really like inside a ketamine therapy session, and the profound ways in which it can unlock trauma,treat depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Beyond the inapropriate uses of Ketamine, we take a close look at its utility in the treatment process and the trepidation that folks may have.

Dr. Elmore is a Clinical Adult Psychiatrist, who serves as the medical director at Being Health, an integrated mental health practice in New York City. He has expertise in ketamine therapy and oversees interventional services at Being Health, where they offer IV and IM ketamine therapy as well as Spravato (intranasal esketamine). Dr. Elmore completed his training in Adult Psychiatry at New York University School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital Center in New York City. He holds a Medical Degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. www.beinghealth.co