Fast & Efficient PTSD Treatment in Redmond, Oregon

"About 6 out of every 100 people (or 6% of the population) will have PTSD at some point in their lives. About 12 million adults in the U.S. have PTSD during a given year. This is only a small portion of those who have gone through a trauma." – National Center for PTSD

Understanding PTSD Symptoms and How Ketamine Therapy Can Help

What Are the Symptoms of PTSD?

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) affects each person differently, and symptoms can vary widely. Some of the most common signs include:

Avoidance of places, people, or situations that trigger memories
Changes in behavior and daily routines
Mood swings and feelings of sadness or numbness
Irritability or sudden angry outbursts

How Does Ketamine Therapy Help With PTSD?

At Cascade Mind & Body Clinic, we offer ketamine infusion therapy as an innovative treatment for PTSD. Ketamine works by rapidly increasing the activity of glutamate, a key neurotransmitter in the brain’s frontal cortex, which helps form new neural pathways.

This mechanism differs from traditional treatments that focus on boosting serotonin levels and can take weeks or months to provide relief. Ketamine infusions can offer faster symptom improvement, often after just a few treatments.

What to Expect During Your Ketamine Infusion?

Your comfort and safety are our top priorities. Ketamine infusions typically last between 45 to 60 minutes in a private, calming environment. Some patients experience a mild “dissociative” or dream-like sensation during the infusion, which many find helpful in processing their symptoms.

Our medical team monitors you closely throughout the procedure to ensure a safe and supportive experience.

Possible Side Effects of Ketamine Therapy?

While ketamine is generally well tolerated, some patients may experience temporary side effects such as:

Dream-like sensations
Blurred or altered vision
Lightheadedness
Nausea
Mild anxiety following treatment

Ketamine is an FDA-approved medication used “off-label” for infusion therapy in PTSD and other mood disorders. This means that although the FDA originally approved ketamine for anesthesia, clinical experience supports its effective use in mental health treatments.

Additionally, ketamine can cause slight increases in heart rate and blood pressure, which we carefully monitor during your sessions.