What Is IV Ketamine Therapy?
IV ketamine therapy is a groundbreaking treatment for depression, anxiety, and PTSD, especially for people who haven’t found relief from traditional antidepressants. Unlike SSRIs, which target serotonin, ketamine works through the glutamate system, creating rapid improvements in mood and cognitive flexibility.
At Kloud Health, one of Los Angeles’s few physician-led ketamine clinics, all infusions are performed under the supervision of anesthesia-trained doctors for maximum safety and effectiveness.
The Science: Why Ketamine Works When Other Treatments Don’t
1. It Increases Neuroplasticity
Ketamine stimulates AMPA receptors and boosts BDNF, helping your brain form new neural pathways.
2. It Interrupts Depressive Thought Cycles
Patients frequently describe a “mental reset” or “break in rumination patterns” within 24 hours.
3. It Works Fast
Many patients feel improvement after the first or second infusion, not 6–8 weeks later like typical antidepressants.
4. It Helps Treatment-Resistant Depression
Research shows significant benefits for patients who have tried multiple medications without relief.
How IV Ketamine Infusions Work at Kloud Health
Our Los Angeles ketamine program blends evidence-based medicine with a calming, sensory-driven environment.
Step 1: Physician Evaluation
A doctor reviews your medical history, mental health background, and medications to ensure ketamine is a safe fit.
Step 2: Personalized Dosing
Unlike “one-size” wellness centers, Kloud uses anesthesia-level precision to customize dosing based on:
- weight
- cardiovascular status
- metabolic factors
- psychiatric history
- previous responses
Step 3: The Infusion
A typical infusion lasts 40 minutes, with continuous monitoring of:
- heart rate
- oxygen saturation
- blood pressure
- dissociation level
You relax in a sound-insulated private suite designed to lower the nervous system and support emotional clarity.
Step 4: Recovery & Integration
After your infusion, you’ll rest in your private room and talk through your experience with our team if you wish.
Patients often report feeling:
- calmer
- mentally lighter
- emotionally clearer
- more connected to themselves
Who Is a Good Candidate for Ketamine Infusions?
You may be a candidate if you struggle with:
- major depressive disorder
- treatment-resistant depression
- generalized anxiety
- PTSD
- chronic stress
- emotional burnout
- medication-resistant symptoms
A consultation with our physicians at Kloud Health determines eligibility and safety.
Why Patients Choose Kloud Health for Ketamine in Los Angeles
Kloud is one of the few clinics in LA offering true physician-led ketamine therapy with anesthesia-level monitoring. Our advantages include:
✔ Anesthesiologist-Supervised Infusions
Safety is non-negotiable.
Our doctors manage ketamine every day in the operating room — not all clinics can say that.
✔ Private, Sound-Insulated Infusion Suites
Designed for calm, clarity, and deep emotional rest.
✔ Beverly Grove Location
Central, accessible, with easy street parking.
✔ Evidence-Based Protocols
We follow research from Yale, Stanford, and the National Institute of Mental Health.
✔ A Luxury Wellness Experience
The environment matters — our clinic was built to feel serene, safe, and deeply restorative.
Research That Supports IV Ketamine Therapy
- Phillips, J. L. et al. (2019). Repeated ketamine infusions reduce symptom severity in treatment-resistant depression. Am J Psychiatry.
- Abdallah, C. G. et al. (2015). Ketamine and synaptic plasticity in mood disorders. Neuropsychopharmacology.
- McIntyre, R. S. et al. (2021). Ketamine for depression: 2021 practice guidelines. BJPsych Open.
How Many Ketamine Infusions Do You Need?
Most patients respond best to a 6-infusion series over 3–6 weeks.
Maintenance infusions may be recommended based on your long-term response.
Is Ketamine Therapy Safe?
Yes — when performed in a physician-led environment with proper monitoring.
This is why so many people searching for “ketamine infusion clinic near me” choose Kloud Health.
Book a Consultation at Kloud Health
If you’re ready to explore ketamine therapy in Los Angeles — safely, compassionately, and under physician supervision — we’re here to support you.
📍 Kloud Health – Beverly Grove, Los Angeles
🌐 www.kloud.health
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