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Moving Beyond Trauma: IV Ketamine Treatment for PTSD near Toronto

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can leave you feeling as though your nervous system is stuck in survival mode. Flashbacks, nightmares, and intrusive memories may keep you reliving the past, while hypervigilance, irritability, and emotional numbness interfere with daily life. For many, PTSD is not just about what happened. It’s about the ongoing impact trauma has on the brain and body.

At KetaMind Health in Markham, serving Toronto and the GTA, we specialize in customized, compassionate care tailored to help people overcome their PTSD symptoms even when other options have fallen short. We provide intravenous (IV) ketamine therapy in a safe, supportive environment for people living with PTSD, including those who haven’t found relief through traditional treatments. Our team delivers personalized, medically supervised care that helps patients reconnect with themselves and move toward recovery.

Understanding PTSD and its Effects on the Brain

  • PTSD can affect anyone, from Canadian Armed Forces Veterans and emergency responders, to those who’ve suffered from abuse or any type of trauma. It develops when the brain and nervous system remain “stuck” in a trauma response. Key brain regions involved in memory, fear, and emotional regulation, such as the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex, may become overactive or underactive.
  • This imbalance can lead to:
  • Persistent intrusive memories or nightmares
  • Avoidance of reminders of trauma
  • Heightened startle response and hypervigilance
  • Feelings of detachment or emotional numbness
  • Difficulty regulating mood or relationships
  • Over time, chronic stress and trauma can weaken synaptic connections in the brain, making it harder to adapt, heal, or regain a sense of safety.
  • If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Many of our Toronto-area PTSD patients , including veterans and first responders, have shared that they felt stuck for years before finding relief through ketamine therapy.

How IV Ketamine for PTSD works?

  • Research shows that IV ketamine for PTSD can be highly effective even when traditional treatments for PTSD haven’t achieved the desired results. According to a recent Mount Sinai study, people can achieve significant relief from PTSD symptoms after a series of six Ketamine Infusions over 2 to 3 weeks.
  • Ketamine works differently from standard PTSD treatments such as antidepressants or talk therapy. Instead of targeting serotonin, it increases glutamate, which is the brain’s most abundant neurotransmitter. This activates NMDA receptors and triggers neuroplasticity, the brain’s ability to form and strengthen new neural connections. For people with PTSD, these changes may interrupt traumatic memory loops, calm overactive fear responses, and create the flexibility needed to reprocess difficult experiences in healthier ways.
  • The scientific changes happening in the brain often translate into real-life benefits. Many people report fewer intrusive memories, flashbacks, and nightmares. They often notice a calmer emotional baseline with less reactivity to triggers. Some describe a renewed ability to connect with loved ones. Others experience a shift in perspective that loosens the grip of trauma and creates space for healing and growth.

IV Ketamine Treatment: What to Expect at KetaMind Health

  • At KetaMind Health, we provide intravenous (IV) ketamine therapy, the only delivery method proven effective by decades of clinical research. For patients with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), treatment typically involves six infusions 3 to 6 weeks, with each session lasting about 60 minutes.
  • Every infusion is carefully supervised by our multidisciplinary team, led by Dr. Darren Ezer, a Royal College anesthesiologist with more than 20 years of experience in ketamine administration. Our team also includes a psychiatrist, registered therapists, and experienced nursing staff. Together, they ensure your treatment is delivered safely, effectively, and with compassion at every stage.

Are ketamine Infusions for PTSD safe?

  • Before treatment, you’ll begin with a full consultation and psychiatric assessment. We’ll review your medical history, medications, and mental health background to ensure that ketamine is a appropriate and safe for you.
  • Throughout your treatment, our expert anesthesiologist, compassionate nursing team and experienced therapists will ensure that you are emotionally supported. During the treatment, your vital signs are continuously monitored in our accredited, level 2, out of hospital premise facility. Our care team will be by your side the entire time to support you, and make adjustments to your treatment, dosage and comfort as needed.
  • While short-term side effects are possible, they are usually mild and temporary. The most common include:
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Fatigue
  • Most side effects subside within a few hours and are gone after a full night of rest. If needed, our team can provide medication during the infusion to ease these effects.

Why Choose KetaMind Health for PTSD Treatment?

  • Choosing the right environment for healing is just as important as choosing the right treatment. At KetaMind Health & Wellness, we take a trauma-informed approach to care, with a focus on safety, compassion, and long-term support, not just short-term symptom relief.
  • Your treatment is overseen by Dr. Darren Ezer, a Royal College anesthesiologist with extensive expertise and advanced training in anesthesia and ketamine administration. Our multidisciplinary team includes professionals in psychiatry, nursing, and psychedelic therapy who work together to support every stage of your care.
  • We’ve designed our clinic to feel calm, private, and restorative. Our spa-like environment is intended to reduce anxiety and help you feel grounded before, during, and after each infusion experience.
  • Our emphasis is on meaningful recovery. That means supporting not only the immediate effects of ketamine therapy, but also helping you integrate insights and emotional shifts into your everyday life.
  • We understand the unique needs of people living with PTSD, including military veterans, RCMP, survivors of abuse, and others whose past traumatic experiences continue to affect their present.
  • KetaMind Health & Wellness is conveniently located in Markham and proudly serves the Greater Toronto Area, including Toronto, Vaughan, Richmond Hill, Scarborough, Pickering, and surrounding communities.

Is IV Ketamine Right for Your PTSD symptoms?

  • Ketamine therapy may be worth considering if you’re living with PTSD symptoms that continue to affect your quality of life, even after trying other approaches. It may be appropriate if you:
  • Have not experienced meaningful relief from previous treatments
  • Struggle with ongoing intrusive memories, hypervigilance, or emotional numbness
  • Are looking for a safe, medically supervised alternative that supports emotional healing
  • Are a veteran, first responder, or trauma survivor in Toronto or the GTA seeking a safe, medically supervised treatment
  • Our clinical team will take the time to understand your history, symptoms, and treatment goals. Every case is carefully evaluated to ensure that IV ketamine is appropriate, safe, and aligned with your needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Side effects are usually mild and short-lived, including dizziness, nausea, blurred vision, or temporary dissociation. Most resolve within an hour after treatment.
Some patients report relief from symptoms within the first few infusions, sometimes as early as the first session.
In most cases, antidepressants or anti-anxiety medications can be continued. Our medical team will review your medications to ensure safety.

Most patients begin with a series of six ketamine infusions over the course of two to three weeks. After this initial phase, we’ll assess your progress together to determine the best next steps.

For some people, maintaining the benefits of ketamine may involve additional support over time. This can include lifestyle changes, integration therapy, and in some cases, periodic follow-up infusions to help sustain progress.

These follow-up or “booster” infusions are guided by your individual response and goals. Our team will work closely with you to build a plan that supports long-term relief and emotional well-being.

Your Path Forward

PTSD doesn’t have to define your life. With the right care, healing is possible. At KetaMind Health, we’re committed to offering evidence-based, compassionate treatment that helps you move beyond survival and into recovery.

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