How Ketamine Infusions Work: A Complete Guide

Are you feeling trapped in a cycle of depression, anxiety, or chronic pain? At Soft Reboot Wellness, we understand how overwhelming these feelings can be. That’s why we offer ketamine infusions in Menlo Park, CA, designed to help you break free from these debilitating conditions. Our innovative approach combines science with compassionate care, providing you with a transformative healing experience. Let’s explore how ketamine infusions work and what you can expect on your journey to wellness.

What Is IV Ketamine Therapy?

IV ketamine therapy uses low-dose intravenous ketamine to help treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, chronic pain, and more. Originally FDA-approved as an anesthetic in the 1970s, ketamine has been found to ‘reboot’ the brain by enhancing neuroplasticity and disrupting harmful thought patterns. At Soft Reboot Wellness in Menlo Park, CA, we deliver ketamine infusions as part of a personalized, transformative healing plan tailored to your unique needs.

How Ketamine Works in the Brain

Ketamine primarily targets glutamate, the brain’s most abundant neurotransmitter, to stimulate new synapse formation. This process is crucial for creating new neural connections and pathways. Additionally, ketamine boosts the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which helps repair and strengthen neural pathways affected by trauma and stress.

This neurochemical activity creates conditions for clarity, calm, and emotional reset—making it easier for you to move beyond depressive or anxious states. Many patients report vivid, introspective experiences that support emotional healing and personal insight, allowing for profound transformations in their mental health.

What to Expect from a Ketamine Infusion Session

Your journey with us begins with a comprehensive approach to ensure your comfort and safety:

Consultation and Customization

Your experience begins with an in-depth consultation and treatment planning session with Dr. Sara or Dr. Natasha. This is where we discuss your goals and tailor the treatment to meet your specific needs.

Setting and Safety

Infusions take place in a tranquil, monitored environment designed to support inner exploration. We curate sounds, scents, and visuals to create a calming atmosphere.

Therapeutic Support

During the infusion, you’ll wear noise canceling headphones and an eyeshade, allowing you to immerse yourself in the experience. Your vital signs will be continuously monitored to ensure your safety throughout the session.

Debriefing and Integration

The final portion of your infusion includes space for reflection and support from our team or your own therapist. This debriefing is essential for processing your experience and integrating insights gained during the session.

The Five Pillars of the Ketamine Journey

At Soft Reboot Wellness, we believe in a structured approach to your healing journey, which we call the Five Pillars:

1. Ready: Intake and intention-setting to align your goals with treatment.
2. Reflect: Breathwork, mindset priming, and preparation for inward exploration.
3. Reset: The infusion session, including curated music, safe monitoring, and tailored dosing by Dr. Sara or Dr. Natasha.
4. Transform: Post-treatment integration work to help you understand, apply, and embody the insights gained.
5. Enhance: A series of infusions scheduled 5–7 days apart, often totaling six sessions, to build and sustain therapeutic gains.

Integration and Ongoing Support

Your healing journey doesn’t end with the infusion. We use the Osmind app to track your mood, provide secure messaging, and monitor treatment outcomes between sessions. We encourage you to pair infusions with therapy, journaling, and healthy habits like sleep, movement, and nutrition.

Our team partners with specialists in bodywork, acupuncture, breathwork, and counseling to support your holistic healing. Maintenance infusions may be recommended to help sustain your results long-term, based on your personal response and feedback.

At Soft Reboot Wellness, ketamine is not a cure—it’s a catalyst. Your healing journey is powered by your intention, supported by science, and guided by compassionate care. We believe transformation happens when you’re seen, supported, and empowered—body, mind, and soul.

Final Thoughts

If you’re ready to explore the potential of ketamine infusions and take the first step toward healing, we invite you to contact us. Our dedicated team at Soft Reboot Wellness is here to support you on your journey to wellness.

This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.