At Village TMS in New York, we specialize in innovative mental health solutions, offering Ketamine Therapy: a revolutionary approach for those who’ve found little relief in traditional treatments. Whether you’re battling treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, or chronic anxiety, our personalized ketamine protocols are designed to deliver rapid, lasting relief.
1. IV Ketamine Infusions
Direct delivery into the bloodstream offers fast-acting relief for bipolar patients experiencing severe depressive episodes. Each 40-minute intravenous infusion is continuously monitored for vital signs.
2. SPRAVATO® (Esketamine) Nasal Spray
This FDA-approved ketamine treatment is ideal for those with treatment-resistant depression and bipolar. Sessions are safe, supervised by an experienced provider, and follow strict guidelines from the FDA.
3. Intramuscular (IM) Injections
A practical and effective option for patients seeking sustained relief. Our IM approach supports mood stability and helps reduce bipolar depression between visits without the need for IV infusions.
Rapid Relief:
Unlike traditional antidepressants, Ketamine works within hours to reduce depressive symptoms and restore calm after manic episodes or emotional lows.
Science-Backed Results:
Ketamine Infusion Therapy has shown consistent success in improving bipolar and treatment-resistant depression. Studies highlight significant improvement in mood regulation and symptom relief.
Comprehensive Care:
Our treatment protocols combine medication with therapy services, mindfulness, and integration work to help each bipolar patient maintain long-term mood stabilization.
Safe & Monitored:
Every ketamine treatment is supervised by board-certified psychiatrists. Low doses are used to avoid adverse effects, ensuring a safe, professional, and comfortable environment.
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Ketamine’s versatility addresses:
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Postpartum Depression
PTSD & Anxiety Disorders
Chronic Pain & Fibromyalgia
OCD & Bipolar Disorder
Addiction Recovery Support
Research shows that Ketamine Infusion Therapy rapidly enhances activity in the prefrontal cortex, improving cognitive function and emotional control. By targeting the NMDA receptor and AMPA receptors, ketamine restores normal signaling in the brain’s neural circuits, helping manage bipolar disorder symptoms and break cycles of depression.
Our protocols prioritize safety above all. During every infusion of ketamine, clinicians monitor your blood pressure, respiratory rate, and overall comfort. Low-dose methods minimize adverse effects like dizziness or mild dissociation.
Unlike Traditional mood stabilizers, ketamine does not require daily use and poses no risk of substance abuse. Sessions are guided by experts in psychiatric disorders to ensure long-term safety and positive outcomes.
Consultation: Begin with a full review of your treatment history, Family History, and goals. Together, we’ll design a tailored bipolar disorder treatment plan.
Personalized Care: Every approach is tailored to your individual treatment resistance and monitored for safety and response.
Integration Therapy: We provide supportive therapy services to reinforce insights, encourage mood stability, and apply healing strategies to daily life.
As a psychiatric professional with over 25 years of experience, I am dedicated to providing top-quality care to my patients in New York City and Montclair, New Jersey. I have had the privilege of serving at some of the nation’s leading medical institutions, including Beth Israel Hospital in New York, Tufts Medical Center in Boston, and Yale Medical School in Connecticut.
In addition to my clinical work, I am also an assistant professor at Rutgers University, where I have the opportunity to share my knowledge and experiences with the next generation of healthcare professionals. I believe in the importance of continuing education and professional development, and I am committed to staying current on the latest advances in the field of psychiatry.
I am passionate about helping individuals and their loved ones on their journey towards mental wellness. Whether you are seeking support for yourself or a loved one, I am here to help. Thank you for considering my practice, and I look forward to working with you.
I have been practicing psychiatry for nearly twenty years, first in Vienna, Austria, where I had the honor of studying medicine, then here, in New York City.
I did a year of Geriatric Psychiatry fellowship which allows me to work comfortably with elderly patients.
I also did a year of fellowship at the New York Psychoanalytic Institute and published in the fields of psychotherapy research, dementia, and Seasonal Affective Disorder .
As a psychiatrist and medical doctor, I can provide both medication management and psychotherapy, as well as non-medication treatments such as supplements and life style advice.
I offer psychopharmacology and psychotherapy services as well as holistic treatments based on scientific studies to significantly improve my patients’ well-being.
Having lived in Moscow, Vienna and New York for many years, I appreciate the beauty and relativity of all things human, and can provide treatment in these three languages.
Ketamine Infusion Therapy helps restore balance in brain regions responsible for mood regulation by targeting the NMDA receptor. This leads to rapid improvement in bipolar depression, even when other treatment options have failed. Studies show patients often feel better within hours of treatment.
Yes. In a clinical setting, ketamine therapy is safe and well-tolerated. Each session monitors vital signs, including heart rate and blood pressure, to ensure stability. Unlike Traditional treatments, low-dose infusions have minimal adverse effects and no risk of substance use dependency.
Ketamine for Bipolar is effective for both Bipolar I and bipolar depression. It helps balance mood instability, reduce suicidal ideation, and support long-term mood stabilization under a psychiatrist’s supervision.
Unlike traditional antidepressants, which can take weeks, ketamine treatment produces immediate effects. It activates AMPA receptors and enhances communication in the prefrontal cortex, creating faster and longer-lasting relief for treatment-resistant depression and resistant depression.
Both ECT and Ketamine Infusion Therapy are proven methods for severe depressive states, but ketamine provides faster results with fewer adverse effects. Many patients prefer it as a more comfortable bipolar treatment alternative.
The main benefits of ketamine include reduced depressive symptoms, improved mood stability, and decreased suicidal thoughts. For many, it’s the first step toward lasting mood regulation and emotional recovery.
Yes. Regular maintenance treatment can help sustain mood stabilization and minimize the risk of recurring manic episodes or severe depressive episodes. These sessions are part of a comprehensive approach to long-term recovery.
Mild adverse effects such as lightheadedness or temporary dissociation may occur but fade quickly. Our clinicians track your vital signs to prevent complications and ensure every infusion of ketamine is safe and controlled.
Those with bipolar depression, treatment-resistant depression, or a Family History of mood disorders may benefit most. A consultation helps determine if you are a bipolar patient suitable for treatment at our ketamine infusion clinics.
Ketamine’s effects involve the use of ketamine to block the NMDA receptor, which helps repair damaged neural circuits. This improves mood, reduces suicidal ideation, and supports long-term recovery from psychiatric disorders and other mental illnesses.
While primarily used for bipolar treatment, research shows it may also assist individuals managing personality disorder or substance use problems. By enhancing cognitive function and resilience, ketamine supports broader mental health conditions.
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