Ketamine Infusions of Idaho Counseling and Integrative Therapy — Ketamine Clinic in Idaho Falls, ID

This review is regarding a ketamine infusion I had with Ketamine Infusions of Idaho on July 24, 2024. What occurred during that infusion has been the most destabilizing and medically traumatic experience of my life. During the tail end of that infusion, I experienced acute distress. Immediately, I began experiencing extreme neurological hypersensitivity to light, sound, smell, touch, and visual motion. I could not tolerate music. I could not tolerate being touched. Even subtle movement across my skin or within my visual field caused intense distress. Within three hours of the infusion, I had to go to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. Over the following year, I would seek care at five hospitals across Idaho, Utah, and Arizona, in addition to multiple clinics and consultations with clinicians in Washington and Colorado. I would spend a month without hardly any sleep, screaming a writhing. It has taken more than a year to understand what occurred. Two neurologists have since confirmed that my symptoms are consistent with a migraine disorder triggered by acute neurological distress. Individuals who develop daily persistent migraines often know the exact moment the condition begins. I do as well. It began during the ketamine infusion. I am not claiming ketamine alone caused this. I was already under psychological stress, which is why I sought treatment. However, ketamine was the final and immediate catalyst. Without that infusion, this migraine likely would not have been triggered at that time, or perhaps at all. For over 18 months, I lived in a state of extreme sensory hypersensitivity. I could not cook due to smell sensitivity. I could not watch television due to visual motion. I could not listen to music. I could not tolerate affectionate touch from my partner. How isolating! Only recently have these symptoms begun to lift, allowing me to experience music again (just two weeks ago) for the first time since July 2024. I don't know how long this reprieve will last. When I reached out to Christina seeking guidance, I did not receive informed neurological support. The condition was initially suggested to be allodynia. Later, it was suggested that it may have been related to a COVID vaccine. Two neurologists have confirmed that this is not vaccine-related. The symptoms are consistent with migraine physiology triggered by distress. Most concerning to me was that during our conversation, ketamine was repeatedly suggested as the solution... at least five times. There was no acknowledgment that ketamine itself may have contributed as a stressor or catalyst. At no point was there a discussion about the possibility that further ketamine could worsen neurological distress. Ketamine is not a cure-all. It is not without significant neurological risk. Psychedelic experiences can be psychologically and physiologically demanding. While they can be beneficial, they can also overwhelm an already stressed nervous system. Had I been informed that a severely negative neurological response was even a remote possibility, I would not have proceeded with treatment... even if the risk were small. My concern is not ideological. It is about informed consent, risk disclosure, and appropriate aftercare. When adverse neurological events occur, patients deserve recognition, investigation, and referral--- not reflexive recommendation of more of the same intervention. My hope is that someday Ketamine Infusions of Idaho might: Acknowledge that ketamine can act as a detrimental neurological stressor in vulnerable individuals. Improve informed consent to clearly include this risk. Develop a protocol for neurological referral when patients report severe negative reactions following treatment. Avoid defaulting to additional ketamine treatments when a patient presents with possible adverse neurological effects. This experience continues to tax me... every day. I am only now beginning to recover basic sensory tolerances. I am sharing this so that future patients can be informed and better protected.

This is the best mental health care you can get in East Idaho. These people *care* in a way that's human-to-human genuine compassion. Modern psychiatry has become so over medicalized and too focused on fitting people into neat little diagnostic boxes. Christina and Cory and the whole team here don't do that. They give you the tools to feel better in your own skin and to really explore your mind. You have a space here that is all about you and your well-being. There's never any need to feel sorry or embarrassed or ashamed here. It's genuinely fun, though obviously difficult sometimes as tough bridges need to be crossed. But you're in the best hands you could ever wish for. I'm beyond grateful I found them.

Ketamine Infusions of Idaho were very professional but also fun to work with. Unlike most of my experiences in doctor's offices, these pros were all too happy to answer questions without judgement. If you are on the fence about trying KAT or KT Therapy, do it! Do it now! I was concerned about what my family & friends might think but surprisingly, they mostly just have questions. Even some of the older folks that I know want to know what the fuss is all about. KT Assisted Therapy is one of the best things I have ever done for myself. Since trying my luck with Ketamine at Ketamine Infusions of Idaho, I have enrolled in a Spravato (Esketmine - Ketamine Nasal Spray) treatment program. My life has meaning again & I could not be more grateful! Thank you for being there at the beginning of my journey!

Christina and Cory were awesome people. I had 1.5 amazing sessions at this organization. Prior to my second session, which was without a counselor, I was instructed to use my own phone to find music- i expressed reluctance to do this-Christina referred me to a Spotify station. Again, this was a solo session, (Cory found my music for me when I worked with him.)Thirty minutes into an extremely expensive session, radio ads came on and absolutely ruined the experience. I have since gone to oral ketamine treatment, which is less than one quarter of the price. I love to support local business, and I highly recommend a guided experience with Cory-if your insurance will help and/or if you have the approximately $700 it will take for your initial treatment. I would not recommend a session without a guide. Ethan Smith

Great, kind, caring people along with a journey that has you look inward to get to the roots of issues and trauma. It brought me closer to the person I was and have now spent months in a better state of mind. I appreciate this experience so much

I was TERRIFIED to embark on a Ketamine journey. But as I did research for relief from PTSD and Complex Trauma symptoms, talked with people that had already done these treatments and discussed this with my therapist, I began to relaxed enough to give it a chance. SO GRATEFUL I DID THEM! Christina is compassionate, wise, intuitive and has assembled an entire team to help support your needs. She creates a safe environment for you to come and do your own personal work. Coupled with the therapeutic side of your work, she truly has a Dream Team with Cory supporting your needs with the integration necessary to complete these ketamine experiences. Rounding out the team (family) is Rylee and Jamyn. 💕 these women help and support their patients/client's needs in such a way to make you feel like a part of their family. 🩷 I have never felt as safe and cared for as I did at Ketamine Infusions of Idaho. I also know ketamine treatments have helped me to take YEARS off of psychotherapy by allowing me to walk through VERY difficult life experiences with my therapist, as I am willing to do the hard. I would COMPLETELY recommend Ketamine treatments with Christina and her staff!

Ketamine treatments really have been life changing. Everyone there is so nice and very helpful through such a tough process. I mostly worked with Christina and Rylee and they are the best. Very kind and caring always making sure I was ok. It was such a a comforting process to have them there. If you have any mental health issues and traditional therapy hasn't helped go to Ketamine Infusion of Idaho it will change your life.

The kindness of Christina, Cory and all the staff is unmatched. Ketamine gave me life saving information. It changed my life and it is the best thing I have done for myself. You will be well taken care of. I’m forever grateful for this opportunity.

Christina, Cory and their team are so amazing, kind, friendly and so patient..they feel like family! Ketamine gave me my daughter back! She went from an anxious wreck to being able to focus, attend school again and is very pleasant to be around!! I would highly recommend Ketamine to anyone with anxiety! Thank you all so much!