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Ketamine for Anxiety in Jacksonville, FL
When anxiety feels overwhelming and persistent
Ketamine for anxiety in Jacksonville is an option when persistent anxiety, panic, or nervous-system activation has not improved enough with standard care. Monitored IV infusions at The Practice in Jacksonville are personalized after a free psychiatric consultation.
Conditions we treat
About this treatment
Ketamine for anxiety symptom support in Jacksonville
Research suggests ketamine may provide relatively rapid relief for certain anxiety disorders when other treatments have been insufficient. Anxiety-focused protocols at The Practice are designed around your symptoms and history, with continuous monitoring during every infusion and clear next steps after your consultation.
Why patients choose us
What makes our care different
Research suggests ketamine may provide relatively rapid relief for certain anxiety disorders when other treatments have been insufficient. Anxiety-focused protocols at The Practice are designed around your symptoms and history, with continuous monitoring during every infusion and clear next steps after your consultation.
Personalized Approach
Every treatment plan is tailored to your unique needs, goals, and clinical profile.
A Provider Who Knows You
The same clinician evaluates you, builds your plan, and follows it — no handoffs, no re-explaining your history.
Comprehensive Evaluation
Thorough assessment to understand your complete health picture.
Ongoing Support
We provide continuous care and monitoring throughout your treatment journey.
Integrated Services
Access to multiple specialties under one roof for coordinated care.
Comfortable Environment
Our San Marco clinic is designed to be welcoming, calm, and supportive.
What to expect
Your path, step by step
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Book Your Consult
Choose the service that matches your goals and schedule a consultation.
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Meet Your Provider
Discuss your symptoms, history, and treatment options with the clinician who will actually direct your care.
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Receive a Personalized Plan
Your care path is tailored to your needs, eligibility, and clinical recommendations.
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Begin Care With Support
Move forward with a clear plan and ongoing support from the same provider who built it.
This may be a fit if you…
- Adults seeking personalized, evidence-based care
- Those looking for a comprehensive, whole-person approach
- Patients willing to engage in an initial consultation
- Individuals seeking compassionate, professional healthcare
It may not be right if you…
- Those seeking emergency or acute crisis care (please call 911)
- Individuals unable to participate in the consultation process
- Certain medical conditions may require clearance from your primary physician
What the research shows
IV infusions vs. Spravato
Systematic reviews of separate controlled trials have reported larger pooled short-term effects for IV ketamine on several measures. These are indirect comparisons — direct head-to-head evidence remains limited.
Key — how to read the numbers
- Hedges’ g
- The research score behind our “small / large improvement” labels — it measures how big the improvement was, not just whether it happened. Rough guide: ~0.2 = small, ~0.5 = medium, ~0.8 or higher = large. Higher is better.
- NNT
- Number Needed to Treat — how many people need this treatment for one extra person to improve compared with placebo. Example: NNT 3 means treat 3 people for one additional good outcome. Lower is better.
Response compared with placebo
Pooled relative likelihood of a clinically meaningful reduction in depression symptoms
3× more likely
Larger pooled relative effect
1.4× more likely
Remission compared with placebo
Pooled relative likelihood of reaching few or no remaining depression symptoms
3.7× more likely
Larger pooled relative effect
1.5× more likely
Pooled symptom improvement
How much symptoms improved on average across separate controlled trials (Hedges’ g 1.52 vs. 0.31); study designs and populations varied.
Large improvement
Larger pooled effect size
Small improvement
Number needed to treat (NNT)
Lower NNT means fewer people need treatment for one additional person to respond compared with placebo.
✓ NNT 3 from day 1 to week 1; NNT 9 at 4 weeks
— NNT 2 at day 1; NNT 11 at 4 weeks
Sources: Bahji et al. (2021) Seshadri et al. (2024) Calder et al. (2024) . Figures are relative effects versus placebo or pooled effect sizes from systematic reviews and meta-analyses of depression trials.
Individual results vary. Ketamine therapy is not appropriate for everyone — candidacy is determined during a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation.
Common questions
What patients ask about Ketamine for Anxiety
Can ketamine help with anxiety disorders in Jacksonville?
Research suggests ketamine may provide relatively rapid relief for certain anxiety disorders when other treatments have not been enough. Our San Marco clinic personalizes protocols after a psychiatric consultation.
How quickly might I feel less anxious?
Some patients report reduced anxiety within hours to days after their first infusion. This is one of the potential advantages of ketamine over traditional medications. Individual results vary.
Is ketamine for anxiety the same as for depression?
The protocol is similar, but your treatment plan is tailored to your specific symptoms and diagnosis. Because your provider holds your whole history, every aspect of the plan is personalized to it.
Can I take ketamine if I am on anxiety medication?
In most cases, yes. Your provider reviews all your current medications personally — the same person prescribing and monitoring — so nothing interacts unnoticed.
What if I feel anxious during the infusion?
Your provider is experienced in managing anxiety during sessions and already knows your history going in. The setting is designed to be calming, and we can adjust the experience to support your comfort.
How does ketamine compare to anti-anxiety medications?
Unlike daily medications, ketamine is administered in a clinical setting and may provide longer-lasting relief between sessions. We discuss all options during your consultation.
Will ketamine help my panic attacks?
Some patients report reduced frequency and intensity of panic symptoms. Individual results vary, which we discuss during your consultation.
How is IV ketamine paid for?
Patients generally self-pay for IV ketamine because it is used off-label. We can provide a superbill if you would like to submit it to your insurance company for possible reimbursement.
Where do I learn about full ketamine therapy options?
Start with our ketamine infusions hub for conditions and booking, or book a consultation at The Practice in Jacksonville.
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Find out if ketamine for anxiety is right for you
Start with a consultation — in person at our San Marco clinic or via Zoom. The psychiatric provider who will direct your care reviews your history and goals himself and gives you an honest recommendation.