LIVE Ketamine Treatment Session | Depression

Ever wondered what a ketamine treatment for depression is actually like? Experience what it's like to do ketamine treatment for depression in this documentary featuring MedCircle host Kyle Kittleson and his producer Brigid McCuen.

Ketamine was approved by the FDA in the 1960s as a hospital anesthetic. It was then made popular as a street drug. Now this medication is gaining ground as a promising treatment for some cases of PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, and major depression, which is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Ketamine for depression is the focus of this video, but ketamine can be used for a wider range of mental health problems.

Kyle and Brigid both completed a thorough mental health questionnaire and examination, and consulted with their personal psychiatrists, before their ketamine infusion treatment.

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[katrinkasanfranciscobayare]

"The loneliest people are the kindest,
the saddest people smile the brightest,
and the most damaged people are the wisest.
All because they don't wish to see others suffer like they do"
~ anonymous ~

[danielkaiser]

I had ketamine therapy through my psychiatrist. It was nothing psychedelic, it was just numbing that wore off after a few hours. But my depression and anxiety were markedly improved for a few months. The only problem? Completely unaffordable, as are all expensive medications like my insulin, while on a fixed disability income. So, I guess you can get it only if you're rich. Meanwhile those who need it can't afford it -- if they also want to eat.

[simplyauthentic]

This treatment is life changing. It doesn't resolve your external problems but if you've been living in a horrible haze this medication almost helps you look at yourself in a third person perspective. It helps you to think about what truly matters. When done correctly with a doctor it can be life saving. It's a shame insurance won't cover it since it could save countless lives.

[Jennifer-bwku]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[susangoodell]

Gave me my life back! Didn’t realize I had lost the joy of life. Saved a friend from committing suicide. Love yourself enough and just do it!!!!

[kylieharris]

I’ve seen exactly what he’s talking about. I just started crying immediately. It feels beautiful but when it goes away you realize that humans in general are sad and mean. And it’s heartbreaking. I love you all. We are one 🌎

[InspiredByBobo-]

I have had 6 ketamine therapies and its life changing. I feel so happy now and people mistake me as a hyper. No anxiety, no worrying about life, no depressive state, no ptsd... Just a happy soul who was diagonised with major depression and generalized anxiety disorder 3 years ago!🧡

[stephanierauba]

I am an infusion patient in Missouri and this treatment has given me my life back. I am so thankful. Now it’s my turn… one year until Med school; I never thought I’d see a day even this close. I get a chance at life all thanks to the amazing physicians who never gave up on my case and who taught me how to care for myself and be kind to myself and others. This treatment is groundbreaking and I hope I get to spend some of my life’s work on this.

[thomasmaxime]

Psychedelic are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety...it saved my life

[JohnGeorge-pwxo]

Ketamine, lsd, dmt and psilocybin containing mushroom are amazing. I was severely traumatized years ago as a teenage. Got diagnosed with cptsd. Spent my whole life fighting cptsd. I suffered severe depression and mental disorder. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

[dongucciardo]

I'm a Vietnam vet and I have struggled with PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, suicidal ideations and every anxiety issue you could imagine, ranging from social anxiety to extreme rage and night terrors. These conditions have been a part of my life for nearly 50 years. I have also been prescribed every antidepressant and anxiety medication ever produced with limited to zero relief. I tried Ketamine infusions approx 3 years ago going for just one treatment. The results were near miraculous. I later followed up with a full 6 treatment regimen and I have never had such an extreme and sustained positive result in my entire life. I am providing this comment primarily for my veteran brothers and sisters out there who also suffer the devastating and life-altering effects of combat. I implore you give it a try. Unfortunately, the VA currently offers only extremely limited accessibility to a recently approved milder form of Ketamine known as Esketamine (Spravato) and only in certain geographic areas. I don't think anything could even come close to the effectiveness of the infusion treatment. Although it is a little costly and is not covered by the VA at this time, it was WELL WORTH the out-of-pocket expense. Understand, that as a disabled veteran I have access all the FREE pills I need, but I still choose to pay out-of-pocket because the results far exceed the cost. I am in the Sarasota Florida area and receive my treatments at the Reichbach Center. They are amazing and I feel as though I owe them my life because at least have one!

[drewesalan]

I'm a 69 year old man who has experienced Ketamine 13 times. I never did psychedelics before Ketamine, but I can definitely relate to your first experience. The impact on my life is nothing short of extraordinary. Objectively, I've stopped drinking and no longer experience a thirst for alcohol. Anxiety is no longer in my vocabulary. There are other less overt effects, but none-the-less profound. I've been on SSRI's for 30 years and they have never worked very well for my depression. Like yourself Kyle, I know that everyone would have an improvement in their lives as I have and others I have talked with. Medical Hallucinogens seem counter-intuitive, but the impact of Ketamine is remarkable.

[rkipphorn]

Watching you drift away into a chemically induced state of euphoria was equal parts chilling and harrowing for a grateful recovering addict such as myself. It reminded me of that "soaring through the stars, at one with the universe, where everyday is Christmas and every night New Years Eve" feeling I spent so many destructive years chasing during my time in active addiction. Ketamine may be for some, but not this one. I love who I am and what I'm becoming, even on the days when I'm fraught with anxiety or buckled by depression. Today I accept my feelings, even on the shitty days, because they are critical to building the relationships I need to stay healthy and connected. They are also central to my success in my roles as a friend, son, brother, and confidant. Because I'm real, people around me are free to be real...even on their shitty days. I maintain an open mind and heart when considering treatments for others. But for me, life on life's terms has proven most effective.

[AL-yqkr]

Ketamine treatments VASTLY improved my life!!! I knew my PTSD was bad, but only realized how severe it was once it was lifted.

[angelc]

Ketamine saved my life. Treatment resistant depression and ptsd brought me to my knees. I no longer had a will to live. Ketamine removed me from my ptsd so I could look at it from a different perspective. I had spiritual experiences. I found self love and acceptance. I discovered my voice and started drawing boundaries with people. I realized my worth. Once ketamine opens your eyes to things around you, you can never unsee them. It’s awful that it’s so expensive; it could save so many lives.

[xanderpander]

Hands down, Ketamine infusions saved my life. So many other medications hadn't worked for me, but after even 1 infusion I felt a HUGE difference. I truly hope this becomes more accessible to those struggling and that insurance starts covering it for people soon.

[leen]

I have been doing ketamine this past year about every 4 weeks. My infusions look a bit different. They are about 40 mins and looks like a higher dose, because during treatment I completely dissociate. I have headphones with classical music and a blindfold. One time even felt like I was on a ride at Disneyland. I could even feel cool air on my face as I “traveled” during my treatment.
Each time I do it I notice the pick me up it gives me. Not a cure all, but very helpful in my recovery.
First time I used it, I was amazed how much better I felt. I didn’t think I could handle another day, but with the ketamine I was able to keep putting one foot in front of the other.
I really hope more people can try it. It can be a life changer. Now if insurance would cover the cost, imagine how many more people could feel relief.

[RemedialRob]

Before I started IV Ketamine my scores were similar to yours (yours are a little worse) and frankly I'm shocked you were able to function well enough to set all this up and do a video about it. I'm still not "good" but before I was responding to the treatment about six weeks ago doing anything more than sleep, eat, and poop, was nearly impossible to even consider. Keep strong.

[zissydavis]

I'm shocked to see how relaxed they feel. I went through several Ketamine treatments and it was so frightening. I felt extremely dissossciated and had a panic attack from all weird sensations. I'm glad that they had a great experience. I ended up undergoing ECT which ultimately brought me out of a severe treatment resistant depression.

[maxxxt]

I had my first treatment yesterday. I wanted to see and compare what went I through to others. I have 5 more sessions planned. It was something I have never experienced before and I said to myself "you have been waiting your whole like for this" .