Milwaukee Ketamine Therapy at VIVA Wellness
If you’ve been searching for an innovative approach to mental health treatment, ketamine therapy in Brookfield at VIVA Wellness offers a powerful option. Our clinic provides this transformative service to help individuals in the greater Milwaukee area break free from depression, anxiety, PTSD, and trauma. At VIVA Wellness, we focus on guiding you through a personalized healing journey that goes beyond traditional treatments.
Welcome to Your Healing Journey
We are so happy you're here – and congratulations! You are about to embark on a profound journey of self-discovery, healing, and connection. This path is unique to you, and we're honored to be part of it.
This journey may be complex, as life often is. There may be moments of darkness and sadness, and you may already be carrying these feelings. That’s why you’ve taken this brave step forward. Choosing this path means you are strong, you matter, and you are reclaiming your power—even if that inner knowing has felt distant lately. We’re here to remind you of that.
Although this journey may challenge you, evoke fears, or cause you to question yourself, there is joy, beauty, and a life worth living on the other side. We want to help you see that beauty again and remind you that your journey—your whole journey—is beautiful. There is nothing wrong with you. Whatever brought you here is part of your story. All parts of you deserve love, acknowledgment, and understanding.
Healing is rarely easy, but you’re not alone. We are your guides, but you are in the driver’s seat. We are here to listen, support, and walk beside you with compassion and deep gratitude for your courage. You are amazing, and you deserve to witness that truth within yourself.
We are so excited to help you uncover, create, and love all parts of yourself. Every version of you matters, and this journey will remind you of that truth. There is, and always has been, immense worth and beauty in you. Now, let’s begin our journey together—with love and compassion, away we go!
What is Ketamine Therapy?
Ketamine treatments involve a series of IV infusions designed to help individuals break free from patterns of negative thoughts that contribute to mental health struggles. Originally FDA-approved in 1970 as an anesthetic, ketamine has since been found to be a powerful antidepressant at lower, sub-anesthetic doses. This treatment works by targeting the brain’s glutamate system, unlike traditional antidepressants that typically affect serotonin or dopamine. Ketamine acts as an NMDA receptor antagonist, increasing the release of growth factors like BDNF, which helps regenerate weakened synaptic connections caused by chronic stress and depression.
The unique way ketamine enhances brain networking promotes neuroplasticity, allowing for new connections between neurons. This structural change can result in faster improvements in mood, making it an especially valuable option for individuals struggling with treatment-resistant depression or suicidal thoughts. Patients often experience relief much sooner with IV ketamine than with traditional oral antidepressants.
Our approach to ketamine therapy emphasizes creating a safe, comfortable, and personalized environment. While ketamine may sometimes carry a negative reputation due to its misuse, it’s important to note that the doses used in a medical setting for mental health are significantly lower than those used in anesthesia or recreationally. We follow a precise dosing protocol to ensure the best possible antidepressant response while prioritizing your safety. From selecting music to optimizing the ambiance, we are committed to making your experience both soothing and medically secure.
Personalized Ketamine Therapy for You
Our ketamine therapy is customized to fit your personal needs. Whether you are dealing with ongoing trauma, PTSD, or chronic anxiety and depression, ketamine may provide the relief you’ve been seeking. Our patients report feeling calmer, more connected, and more self-reflective following treatment. While some experience immediate benefits, the full effects of ketamine therapy often continue to unfold over time.
At VIVA Wellness, we integrate other holistic services into your mental health journey. Alongside ketamine therapy, we offer services like IV hydration, NAD+ infusions, and Functional Medicine, which can enhance your overall wellness.
What to Expect from Ketamine Therapy at VIVA Wellness
Your journey begins with an in-depth consultation with one of our nurse practitioners, Jodi Dreier NP or Denise Kuhaupt NP. During this hour-long consultation, we will review your medical and mental health history, discuss your goals, and assess whether ketamine therapy is right for you. Once cleared for treatment, you’ll embark on a series of six infusions spread over three weeks.
On the day of each ketamine infusion, you’ll arrive at our clinic for a brief physical exam, followed by the treatment. The infusion process itself takes about 40 minutes, with your vital signs monitored throughout. Afterward, you’ll have time to reflect and recover in our relaxing recovery space. Some patients may opt for additional IV hydration, NAD+ for enhanced and synergistic cognitive benefits, or one of VIVA’s other signature IV vitamin drips health drip to complement their session.
A Message from Our Ketamine NPs
We are excited to bring our expertise and compassion for giving IV ketamine infusions to VIVA! We know firsthand that many of our weight loss patients also suffer from depression and unresolved childhood trauma. Mental health struggles can hinder one’s ability to achieve successful weight loss goals. Some people develop poor eating habits as a means to cope and soothe their depressed mood. Weight gain, obesity, and other health problems can soon follow, all of which can worsen depression. At VIVA Wellness, we believe in holistic patient care, and by treating the mind, body, and soul, we can help you achieve the best long-term outcomes.
Meet Our Medical Director for Ketamine and Mental Wellness
Dr. Alex Beugelsdijk is the Medical Director of Ketamine and Mental Wellness here at VIVA Wellness. His journey started at the University of Illinois, where he earned a degree in Civil Engineering. However, he quickly realized that he wanted to work more closely with people and turned his focus toward medicine, studying biology alongside his engineering courses.
He went on to attend the University of Kansas School of Medicine, where he fell in love with psychiatry during his very first rotation. Psychiatry allowed him to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives by addressing their mental health, and it became his passion. Dr. Beugelsdijk completed his psychiatry residency at the University of Kansas, where he received extensive training in the use of ketamine for treating treatment-resistant depression.
During his residency, he saw firsthand how ketamine could provide fast relief to patients who hadn’t found success with traditional antidepressants. This experience reinforced his commitment to finding new, effective ways to help people struggling with severe depression. Now, as part of the VIVA team, serving as Medical Director of Ketamine and Mental Wellness, Dr. Beugelsdijk is dedicated to bringing that same patient-centered care to our mental wellness services.
At VIVA Wellness, we focus on creating a safe, welcoming environment where innovative treatments like ketamine therapy are delivered with the utmost care and attention to your well-being.
Enhance Your Wellness Between Ketamine Treatments
While ketamine can be an amazing tool for mental health, it’s also important to practice self-care and find ways to relax and recharge between infusions. We offer a variety of wellness services that complement your ketamine therapy and can enhance both your mental and physical well-being. Here are some of our top recommendations:
Colonics: Gut health is crucial to mental health because many neurotransmitters linked to mood are found in the gut. Colonics can help improve gastrointestinal function, which may positively impact your mood.
Lymphatic Drainage: This gentle massage-like treatment helps detoxify, reduces swelling and inflammation, and even boosts mental clarity—perfect for recharging your mind and body.
Infrared Sauna: Relaxing in our infrared sauna offers multiple health benefits, including easing anxiety, improving circulation and skin tone, detoxifying the body, supporting weight loss, promoting better sleep, aiding muscle recovery, reducing pain, and boosting your immune function.
IV Vitamin Infusions & Supplements: Uplift your energy and mood with our IV vitamin infusions. Magnesium threonate, for example, has been shown to help reduce suicidal thoughts. We also recommend supplements like probiotics for gut health, vitamin D, and methylated B vitamins for mood support. We carry pharmaceutical-grade vitamins that ensure optimal absorption.
Functional Medicine Testing & Treatment: For those interested in digging deeper into their overall wellness, our functional medicine testing can help uncover the root cause of health issues. Our Gut Health DNP will order personalized tests to help you better understand your unique microbiome. Improving your gut health can have a powerful effect on both your mental and physical well-being.
Ketamine Therapy Pricing and Packages
We offer several pricing options to make ketamine therapy accessible and customizable:
($485 per infusion must be used within 1 year)
We also offer special pricing for NAD+ infusions when paired with ketamine therapy:
(or $225 per infusion when purchased with the ketamine package of 6)
(or $399 per infusion when purchased with the ketamine package of 6)
Additionally, we provide a post-ketamine hydration special for $50 (regularly $99) to further support your wellness after each treatment.
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