Ketamine therapy cost is scaring me – how do people afford this long term?
I've been researching ketamine for depression and anxiety for a few weeks now, and honestly the effectiveness sounds promising but the cost is making me hesitate. My insurance won't cover any of it because it's still considered off label for depression. The clinic I looked at charges $400 per infusion and recommends six initial sessions, plus boosters every few weeks after that. That adds up so fast. I found https://harmonyvillepsych.com/ketamine-therapy/ and their pricing seems similar to others. For those of you who've done ketamine treatment, how are you managing the cost? Are there cheaper options like the nasal spray or at home lozenges that actually work? Do clinics offer payment plans or sliding scale fees? I'm not rich, I'm just someone who's been struggling for years and is desperate to feel better. But I also can't go into debt for this. I'd love to hear how real people are affording ketamine therapy long term, or if most people just do the initial series and then stop. Does the effect last if you stop treatment? Any honest advice about the financial side of this would really help me decide whether to take the leap or not. Thanks.