From Party Drug to Mental Health Breakthrough — Here's What Ketamine Therapy Is Actually Doing for Depression and Anxiety

Ketamine has one of the most unusual origin stories in psychiatric medicine — a drug best known for decades as a party drug and anesthetic that has emerged as one of the most promising and fast-acting treatments available for treatment-resistant depression and anxiety. Annalise Oatman joins Stacey Chillemi to examine the ketamine revolution with clinical honesty — the specific science behind how ketamine produces its therapeutic effects at the neurological level, what the research actually shows about its benefits for people who have not responded to conventional antidepressants, the real risks and considerations every patient and mental health professional needs to understand, and what this development means for the future of mental health care. What she shares will give you the most balanced and scientifically grounded ketamine therapy education you have encountered. Mental health treatment is changing faster than most people realize. This episode helps you understand one of the most significant shifts currently underway. Visit Deeper Well Therapy's website to explore Annalise Oatman's unique blend of therapeutic approaches and services: For more insightful content and updates from Annalise Oatman, follow her on Instagram at @annalise_oatman. Become a supporter of this podcast: . Follow The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi for weekly episodes on mindset, wellness, spirituality, and business growth—without burnout. Newsletter & resources: https://substack.com/@staceychillemi Watch & connect: • • Be a guest/sponsor: [email protected] • or Disclaimer: Educational only; not medical, mental-health, or legal advice. © The Advisor with Stacey Chillemi. All rights reserved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices