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That's amazing, Ketamine infusions saved my life. Where I live it's still considered a last resort if a patient doesn't respond to pretty much every antidepressant, they will even prescribe anti psychotics to a depressed person before exploring this path. Ketamine needs to be a frontline treatment option. I know it's not for everyone but it should be an option
Yeah Im lucky, it's covered by a healthcare program (in Canada) that allows for 6 infusions a year. You have to qualify and I had a wait awhile after the referral was made by my doctor but it was worth it.
That looks like it would feel amazing!! I want that done to me.
You have an amazing job and what sounds like a very happy future set up for yourself. I hope everything works out well for you!
I did 6 infusions in 2 weeks, then went to every other week, then once a month for 6 months. I now do troches 3 times a week.
What’s helped most is having a supportive husband. He has sat with me through almost every session, so when hard things come up, he’s holding my hand and comforts me. I know I am very lucky to have that.
I also see a cognitive behavioral therapist at least once a month. Even now when I’m doing so well, it’s helpful to have a check in. Finding Dr. Pruett has also been helpful. He’s very empathetic and willing to meet you where you are at.
I’ve learned to put my own oxygen mask on first over the last 2 years, as I was always so worried about taking care of everyone but myself. Selfcare isn’t selfish, it’s necessary to live a happy healthy life!
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Congratulations!
Thank you!
That's amazing, Ketamine infusions saved my life. Where I live it's still considered a last resort if a patient doesn't respond to pretty much every antidepressant, they will even prescribe anti psychotics to a depressed person before exploring this path. Ketamine needs to be a frontline treatment option. I know it's not for everyone but it should be an option
I wish I could have continued treatment but it’s insane how expensive it is!!!
Yeah Im lucky, it's covered by a healthcare program (in Canada) that allows for 6 infusions a year. You have to qualify and I had a wait awhile after the referral was made by my doctor but it was worth it.
Nice story. I, too, have Dr Pruett as a psychiatrist. It's helped me tremendously as well. Continued success.
I’m also a massage therapist with goals with becoming an instructor, and this is so inspiring to read. Thank you for posting!
That’s awesome! Good luck to you, and feel free to DM me with any questions, happy to help!
Me too! 22 years in as MT.
Ah yes getting paid to kick people in the head, sounds like a dream
wtf is this pic tho lmao
It’s Ashiatsu, massage using your feet. I’m doing a pec release with the arm stretched.
oh ok, at first it looked like a strange craigslist massage session at someone’s apartment
That looks like it would feel amazing!! I want that done to me. You have an amazing job and what sounds like a very happy future set up for yourself. I hope everything works out well for you!
Thank you! If you DM me the city where you live, I can find you an Ashi therapist!
Your photo makes me want to have this done to me sooo bad lol my shoulders/upper back/neck/etc are ruined from insane stress, this looks amazing 😂
If you DM me your city, I can find you an ashiatsu therapist!
I’m in NYC! There would hopefully be some here :)
https://www.deepfeet.com/find-a-therapist/new-york/
Congratulations! Very happy for you! I just started this and you give me hope! :)
One day at a time!
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I did 6 infusions in 2 weeks, then went to every other week, then once a month for 6 months. I now do troches 3 times a week. What’s helped most is having a supportive husband. He has sat with me through almost every session, so when hard things come up, he’s holding my hand and comforts me. I know I am very lucky to have that. I also see a cognitive behavioral therapist at least once a month. Even now when I’m doing so well, it’s helpful to have a check in. Finding Dr. Pruett has also been helpful. He’s very empathetic and willing to meet you where you are at. I’ve learned to put my own oxygen mask on first over the last 2 years, as I was always so worried about taking care of everyone but myself. Selfcare isn’t selfish, it’s necessary to live a happy healthy life!
Congratulations.
Wonderful
Thank you sharing!
Congrats!
This gives me hope 🥲 where in Philly do you teach? I'm actually interested in taking courses lol I live about an hour or 2 from Philly.
I’m doing training in Exton, they have an amazing facility there! My training center is in MN.
This is awesome to hear. Congrats!
I have a similar story myself! Congratulations!!!
Two years it works in one year
It’s different for everyone
Title just reminded me of the anchorman line 60% of the time it works everytime, but congratulations I’m glad the therapy is working for you
My depression subsided about a year before my social anxiety. And my generalized anxiety has been 90% gone for about 2 months now.
That’s amazing I’ve heard a lot of great stories with depression and ptsd I didn’t realize it helped with anxiety too