Ketamine for Substance Abuse & Addiction Recovery

At Shasta Meadows Wellness Center, we offer ketamine therapy as a transformative tool in the treatment of substance use disorders. While not a cure on its own, ketamine can provide powerful momentum in the recovery process by addressing the root causes of addiction—such as depression, trauma, and emotional dysregulation—at the neurological level.

Ketamine works by modulating the brain's glutamate system, rapidly enhancing neuroplasticity and allowing individuals to access new perspectives, insights, and emotional flexibility. This window of healing supports the interruption of deeply ingrained patterns of compulsive behavior, emotional avoidance, and self-destructive cycles.

Interrupts Cravings and Compulsions: Many patients report a significant reduction in cravings for substances, often within hours or days after treatment.

• Treats Co-Occurring Depression, Anxiety, and PTSD: These conditions frequently underlie addiction and can fuel relapse if left unaddressed. Ketamine targets these at the source.
• Increases Motivation and Clarity: By lifting the weight of emotional numbness or despair, ketamine often restores hope and motivation—key ingredients for long-term recovery.
• Facilitates Insight and Integration: When combined with psychotherapy or structured integration support, ketamine can help individuals process trauma and begin building healthier coping strategies.

Ketamine may be especially helpful for:

• Individuals who have not responded to traditional treatments or who are early in recovery
• Those seeking to understand and resolve the emotional pain driving their substance use
• People struggling with co-occurring mental health conditions, such as depression or
  PTSD