Intramuscular Ketamine Injections — a faster-acting option when antidepressants haven't worked.
Wellmind Health offers intramuscular (IM) ketamine injection therapy for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. Each 60–90 minute session is administered and monitored on-site by our clinical team, with many patients noticing a shift in symptoms within hours to days — not weeks.
IM ketamine is most often considered for
Treatment-resistant depression
You've tried multiple antidepressants at adequate doses without enough relief. Ketamine acts on a different pathway than standard SSRIs and SNRIs.
Anxiety & related symptoms
Used off-label, IM ketamine is sometimes considered as part of a broader treatment plan for anxiety symptoms that haven't responded to standard care.
Not sure which applies?
That's what the initial evaluation is for. Our clinical team reviews your history and treatment record before recommending anything.
A different pathway than the antidepressants you've already tried
Like esketamine, IM ketamine acts on the glutamate system — specifically NMDA receptors — rather than the serotonin pathway that SSRIs and SNRIs target. That different mechanism is part of why some patients respond even after other treatments haven't worked.
Inside an IM ketamine visit at Wellmind
Every dose is given and monitored in our office by trained clinical staff. Here's the real timeline, start to finish.
Check-in & vitals
Blood pressure and a quick symptom check before dosing.
IM injection given
A small intramuscular injection, administered by clinical staff.
Monitored observation
You rest in a comfortable room while we track vitals and how you're feeling throughout the session.
Final vitals check
Cleared once blood pressure and alertness are back to baseline.
Ride home arranged
You can't drive yourself the day of treatment — we help you plan for that in advance.
A dedicated psychiatry clinic, not a med-spa side offering
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LegitScript certified clinic
We've completed independent, third-party verification of our credentials and prescribing practices.
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$199 per treatment
Flat, transparent cash-pay pricing — among the most competitive rates for IM ketamine therapy in Utah.
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PMHNP-led care
Every treatment plan is overseen by a licensed psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, not a technician following a script.
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One Orem location, no chain hand-offs
The provider who evaluates you is the same team monitoring your sessions.
Before you call
How is IM ketamine different from Spravato?
Spravato (esketamine) is FDA-approved and typically insurance-covered for specific diagnoses. IM ketamine is used off-label, is cash-pay, and some patients respond differently to it than to esketamine. We offer both, and your evaluation will point you to the right one.
Is IM ketamine FDA-approved for depression or anxiety?
Ketamine itself is FDA-approved as an anesthetic. Its use for depression and anxiety is off-label — a common and well-documented practice in psychiatry, but one your provider will discuss with you as part of informed consent.
Does insurance cover this?
IM ketamine therapy is most often a cash-pay service, and our $199 self-pay rate applies regardless of insurance. That said, some Utah plans — including SelectHealth in certain cases — have covered IM ketamine administration for depression. Coverage depends on your specific plan and diagnosis, so ask us to check before you book if you'd like us to look into it.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required to schedule an evaluation. If you're already seeing a therapist or PCP, we're happy to coordinate care with them.
What does the first visit involve?
A full evaluation to confirm diagnosis and treatment history, review of any prior medications, and a conversation about whether IM ketamine is an appropriate next step for you.
We'll walk you through pricing and next steps.
Leave your info and our team will follow up with current pricing and answer any questions — usually the same business day.