August Innerbloom Newsletter
Aug 20, 2024 12:00 pm
Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy
August 2024
This month, Innerbloom celebrates its two-year anniversary! It’s incredible to reflect on the many patients we’ve treated and the truly remarkable transformations we’ve witnessed. I’m continually inspired by the ever-evolving field of psychedelic medicine, which motivates me to keep learning and enhancing my practice every day. Although the industry has faced some setbacks—most recently, the FDA’s decision to block approval for MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD—I’m confident that psychedelic therapy is here to stay. It has been a privilege to collaborate with so many dedicated individuals in our community as we work together to build a brighter future for mental health care and awareness.
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👉 LEARN THE HISTORY of how San Luis Obispo’s ketamine clinic, Innerbloom, came to life. Get to know what inspired me to leave my surgical practice and transition to a full-time career in ketamine therapy. I'm still a trauma doctor at heart—just with a shift from saving lives on the operating table to healing minds through a new kind of trauma care.
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🎉 EVENTS
Group Integration at Innerbloom: Monday, September 9th: 5:30 - 7pm
This month, we held our first group integration session, and the feedback was overwhelmingly positive. Both our therapist and patients found it to be an immensely valuable experience and have encouraged us to offer it regularly. With that in mind, we’re excited to announce our next session in September!
Join us for our second small-group integration session, led by certified ketamine-assisted psychotherapists Cindy Nelson and Alisa Piette. These sessions are designed to provide a safe, inclusive space where participants can share their personal journeys and progress with ketamine therapy. Reserve your spot now - limited tickets available.
Follow us on Instagram @innerbloomkt to stay up to date on upcoming events!
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🗞️ NEWS
FDA Denies Approval of MDMA-Assisted Therapy—But There's Still Hope
Despite two Phase 3 trials showing promising results for the treatment of PTSD with MDMA-assisted therapy, the FDA remains unconvinced, citing that the current data does not sufficiently demonstrate efficacy and safety. As a result, the FDA has requested additional clinical trials, which will likely delay any potential approval by several years.
While I share in the disappointment of this news, I urge anyone struggling with PTSD not to wait for MDMA approval. Why? Because ketamine therapy is already available, legal, and a much safer option. We have seen countless patients experience remarkable relief and breakthroughs from their PTSD, especially when ketamine is combined with ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. If you’re interested in learning more about ketamine therapy for PTSD, consider reaching out to us to discuss it further.
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🧑💻 ON THE BLOG
What is Self-Care? Creating A Path To Improved Mental Health:Self-care is a term that has gained popularity in recent years, especially among younger generations. However, for many, particularly older adults and men, the concept can be unfamiliar or misunderstood. Self-care is a key part of mental wellness for everyone, especially when undergoing transformative treatments like IV ketamine therapy. This blog post aims to demystify self-care and provide practical tips to help improve your mental health.
Neuropathic Pain Treatment: Exploring The Benefits Of Ketamine Therapy
One of the most rewarding aspects of ketamine therapy is treating patients with pain! When effective, it can dramatically improve their quality of life, often restoring significant function and mobility they once thought lost. Ketamine offers a fast and safe alternative for managing neuropathic pain. Explore the causes, symptoms, and current treatment options for managing neuropathic and chronic pain.
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📕 BOOK RECOMMENDATION
Tuesdays with Morrie is a book I revisit every few years when I find myself getting caught up in the rat race of life and need a reminder of what’s truly important. The story follows the author’s reconnection with his former college professor, Morrie Schwartz, who is dying from ALS. They meet every Tuesday, where Morrie shares life lessons on love, work, family, and facing death. Through their conversations, Mitch gains insights into what it means to live a meaningful life, emphasizing the value of human connection and prioritizing what truly matters.
Thank You!
...for your continued support and for taking the time to read! If you have any questions, or topics you'd like to see explored or introduced in future discussions, please feel free to reply to this email.
🌟 To stay up-to-date on news, research, and blog posts related to ketamine and Innerbloom, be sure to check the Blog tab on our Website and follow us on Instagram to get a glimpse into our daily practice of safe and effective practice of ketamine therapy. Thank you for reading!
Sincerely,
Ray Rivas, MD
Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy, PC
San Luis Obispo, CA
(805) 321-8471
