Blue Sky Ketamine — Ketamine Clinic in Santa Fe, NM

After my diagnosis of stage IV cancer, my lifelong depression brought me to an all time low. My therapist suggested I try Ketamine and referred me to Dr. Rosen. Up to that point I had tried at least a dozen medications, so I had some reservations, but after just a few of treatments I was amazed at the turn my mental state took. It's like I'm a better version of myself, my relationships with family and friends are growing stronger by the day and I am far more resilient when facing even the most challenging of problems. While Ketamine is a big part of the solution, the folks at Blue Sky Ketamine are a big part too. Dr. Rosen has not only built an excellent treatment plan for my depression, he has also taken time to make sure my physical health is being addressed as well. Dr. Rosen's assistant and nurse Jeremy is super attentive and makes the treatment experience as comfortable as possible, and his cheery disposition is infectious. Behind the scenes Dr. Rosen's wife Yiwen expertly handles the logistics of appointments, prescriptions, etc. in a responsive and caring way. There's a reason folks travel from across the state and country to seek treatment at Blue Sky Ketamine, the team there provide kind, compassionate and attentive care. Edit: I had said that it was like I was a "different person" when in fact I did not feel like a different person, I just felt like a better version of myself, which is why Ketamine was so much better than any other drug I've tried in the past.

I have been receiving ketamine treatments for two years, and it has completely changed my life. I first began infusions to treat the intense pain from idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH). After traveling all the way to the Mayo Clinic and being told there was nothing more they could do, I felt hopeless. On top of that, I had long battled treatment-resistant depression. The constant pain only deepened that darkness. Within weeks of starting IV ketamine, the unrelenting pain eased and my depression began to lift. But the most profound difference came when I met Dr. Rosen. His deep knowledge, compassion, and understanding of both my IIH and my mental health made all the difference. For the first time, I truly experienced joy and happiness—feelings I didn’t even realize my depression had stolen from me. Ketamine therapy and Dr. Rosen’s care have given me my life back. If you are considering ketamine treatment, please don’t be afraid to take that step toward healing. I only wish I had started sooner. We are incredibly fortunate to have Dr. Rosen and Blue Sky Ketamine here in Santa Fe.

My experience with the people here and Ketamine has been transformative. Dr. Rosen, his wife Yiwen, and nurse practitioner Jeremy provide a warm, professional, humane and supportive atmosphere and complete dedication to each person. They answer any question any time. Stay as long as you need. Blue Sky has performed sessions for over 8 years and is one of the most experienced in the US. I met people coming from all over the country. Starting mid-June this year 2025, I completed the initial 6 infusions in clinic over 3 weeks, followed once a week infusion for six weeks, then lozenges 3x/week for three weeks, and now once a week for as long as needed. I should note that throughout I’ve continued with my regular therapist. The infusion experiences were pleasantly intense and achieved the clinically desirable dissociation. Though dissociation is different than hallucinogens, my experience with those in college (1970s, I’m 69) prepared me for being Out There. Someone described Ketamine as psychedelics without the fear. I agree. I found Ketamine to be very positive, with love around every corner. Infusions were about 0.5 mg/kg of weight (therefore 95) and lozenges around 350 (because less bioavailable than infusions, 15%-25% equivalent, which will depend on you), so 52.5 to 87.5. I felt as out there as I would ever want to be without a doctor available. Sleep eyemask and I chose solfegg or binaural music on headphones. Search spotify for music for ketamine. I did not begin to feel lasting effects until the lozenges. The infusions didn’t “last.” After acid trips in college (which were intense and often difficult), I would feel peace for a week. 24/7. Not after my infusions. But the neurological effects take time. During the lozenges, now about a month so three months total, I’ve seen the most profound results. If I had stopped after the six infusions in 2-3 weeks, I don’t know. But today, my lifelong fight or flight reaction to almost any interaction outside of my spouse (and even then) is 99% gone (I don’t say 100% anything). It’s neither a magic bullet nor lotus land, but the results of childhood conditioning from random psychological abuse multiple times a week for 18-20 years, leading to treatment resistant anxiety and depression are no longer my felt bodily experience. Therapy changed my mind, Ketamine has changed my storage in the body (limbic system). I am in remission. My husband is amazed. I never thought this was possible. Hope came in first infusion sessions. Then glimpses of peace. Then much more during lozenges. I’ll continue the lozenges weekly and see how it goes. I knew when to go from 3x to 1x intuitively and discussed with Dr. Rosen. We will monitor and plan going forward. It’s like when our first dog got old and ill. When do we know when his time comes? Dog owners said “you will know.” We did. Same for when I knew to reduce from 3x/week. I will know what to do. These are quality people who care. Dr. Rosen did 5 years of refugee work in West Africa before medical school. There is also subsidized lower cost for those who need it. This is my experience. I know data show it doesn’t help everyone. But at 69, I didn’t believe this was possible. It’s never too late. And these are the people I would recommend to anyone.

Dr. Rosen has offered a pathway back to working with my hands through Ketamine regimen…gracious blessing beyond compare. Professional and safe.

I was apprehensive for weeks about starting ketamine treatment. I have struggled with a handful of mental disorders for more than 15yrs. Day by day, month by month and year by year was always an up or down and all around. I had no motivation. I wanted to live a life worth living but I just couldn’t see the sunshine of life. This treatment has changed the way I see life each day. It’s like I can actually breathe. 🧘 The treatment has improved my mindset in so many ways. I know life will always have hard punches but I feel that I can roll with them positively. The staff was so welcoming and treated me like family. They were compassionate and listened. It’s hard to find medical staff these days that will just listen. Dr. R showed such kindness and empathy to my struggles. This treatment has helped me in a way that I can’t explain. I will definitely shout from the top of the mountains about his treatment. I hope it will change each day, each month and each year for many more who have struggled with mental illnesses. I am now living it in peace and happiness. We all deserve that.

I have had a very successful outcome from my Ketamine treatment. My experience with Dr Rosen was complete trust. Dr Rosen took time to educate me and answer every question. Dr Rosen, Yiwen and Jeromy took great care of my every step. Very caring and safe.

This place helped me turn my life around for the better. If you or a family member is struggling with Depression, PTSD, anxiety disorder, or suicidal ideation Dr. Rozen and his team can help. I highly recommend Blue Sky Ketamine.

After having a nerve block to repair an Achilles tendon injury, I experienced unending excruciating nerve pain. I have ultimately been diagnosed with CRPS. Pain management kept suggesting a back stimulator. After doing extensive research all roads led me to ketamine therapy and Dr. Rosen. I was contacted right away with no waiting. I spent time talking before coming into therapy with Dr. Rosen over Zoom. I was met with kindness and understanding from the start. Jeremy was a wonderful nurse and did everything to make me feel comfortable and at ease. Dr. Rosen was happy to talk me through any questions I had. I felt relief after the second treatment. I felt amazing after the 4th! I am able to walk almost normal now and can continue to improve in my PT. After suffering for 7 months with no answers but just wait…I feel like I am coming back to myself again. I am a doer and I have a lot of life to live! Thanks to Blue Sky Ketamine and everyone there, I am hopeful for a very full vital life!

I cannot say enough great things about the Blue Sky Ketamine team and Dr. Rosen. For over three years, I struggled with depression, anxiety and traditional antidepressants combined with therapy just weren’t working for me. I tried numerous medications, with the goal of using them short-term, but that unfortunately wasn’t the case. My therapist and PCP eventually recommended I explore ketamine infusions as a treatment option. After researching facilities offering this service in Northern New Mexico, I came across Blue Sky Ketamine. From the moment I reached out, Dr. Rosen responded immediately and scheduled a one-on-one consultation to develop a treatment plan tailored to my needs. The biggest standout for me was how quickly they were able to accommodate me, understanding that long wait times for care are not an option when you’re in a difficult place. After my first treatment, I had some difficulty processing the experience, and Dr. Rosen put me in touch with Carla Kleefeld, PhD, LPCC, who has been instrumental in helping me integrate the therapy into my life. This is truly a wraparound mental health service facility, with a team that works together seamlessly to ensure every aspect of care is covered. I couldn’t be happier with the progress I’ve made and the compassionate, proactive approach of the entire team at Blue Sky Ketamine. If you’re considering ketamine therapy, I highly recommend Blue Sky Ketamine, you’ll be in excellent hands.

2024 Update: I continue to rate Dr. Rosen and his colleagues at BSK with 5 stars, perhaps even more emphatically than in 2023. Having been a patient of BSK for over a year now, and being someone who is quite reticent to publish reviews, I feel it's worth sharing my ongoing experience. Ketamine is not a "silver bullet" for anyone who (like me) has suffered from Treatment Resistant Depression. I continue to pursue multiple avenues for my own healing, including meditation, acupuncture, journaling, and talk therapy. Yet the K treatments Dr. Rosen administers have been an essential part of my treatment plan. Dr. Rosen takes the time to understand the patient's unique issues, and then develops a customized protocol to support, not replace, the patient's other therapies. For me, the K treatments I've received have given me the experience of seeing myself and others from the standpoint of the Witness - that part of my consciousness that can observe my roller coaster of feelings and emotions, without getting entangled in those. I had, of course, read about or listened to various individuals from a variety of traditions, who described this important shift in consciousness; but prior to my K treatments at BSK, and even despite hours of meditation, I was never able to understand this in anything other than an intellectual manner. The K treatments under Dr. Rosen's supervision have allowed me to experience this type of consciousness. Even better, I have been able to integrate these K experiences into my daily life - I do not need to be in a K session to see and feel reality from this "noticer" perspective. Not that I do that all day every day - far from it! But from the safe environment provided by the BSK team, I have moved much farther (and much faster) down the path of peaceful contentedness that I perceive we all seek. I continue to return periodically to BSK (they do NOT pressure you in any way, shape or form!) because I find their care and their medical expertise in administering K to be an invaluable part of my ongoing healing journey. I hope this long review provides some useful perspective for those of you considering K treatment. I can think of no better place than BSK, and no better doctor for this treatment option than Dr. Rosen. 2023 Review: I cannot recommend Dr. Rosen and the entire team at Blue Sky Ketamine highly enough! Their primary (actually, exclusive) concern is with the patient's well-being. They are exceptionally kind and attentive; they have made it a point to understand my specific needs, fears, and desired outcomes; they have answered each of my (many) questions candidly and thoroughly; they treat me with dignity and respect; and they have implemented a protocol tailored to my unique situation. I have felt at all times that they are true partners on my healing journey. If you are considering ketamine as part of your overall treatment plan, you owe it to yourself to speak with Dr. Rosen and his staff. I'd give more stars if I could!