A step-by-step primer on Klarity’s intake evaluation, infusion environment, integration rituals, and the side effects patients most often report.
Before your first infusion
Every Klarity journey begins with a comprehensive evaluation that blends psychiatry, anesthesia, and integrative medicine. We review medical history, lab work, and medication interactions, then map out goals and outcome measures. Patients receive a preparation guide that covers nutrition, sleep hygiene, journaling prompts, and how to structure post-infusion downtime.
Plan for support
Arrange transportation to and from the clinic, block off at least 24 hours of recovery time after each infusion, and let your integration partner or therapist know when treatments begin so they can reinforce insights between sessions.
What happens on infusion day
- Arrival & grounding – Concierge staff welcomes you, checks vitals, and leads a short breathwork or mindfulness exercise to align intentions.
- Medical briefing – An anesthesia provider confirms dosages, reviews potential side effects, and answers last-minute questions.
- The infusion – Ketamine is delivered intravenously over 40–60 minutes in a private suite with curated lighting, sound, and monitoring equipment. Nurses remain bedside while anesthesiologists observe telemetry and adjust dosing as needed.
- Re-entry – After the infusion concludes, we allow 20–30 minutes for re-orientation, hydration, and a guided reflection before releasing you to a support person.
Common experiences & side effects
Patients often report a floating sensation, altered perception of time, or vivid imagery. Short-term side effects can include mild nausea, dizziness, or headache; we proactively manage these with antiemetics, hydration, and nutrition. Blood pressure may rise temporarily, so we monitor vitals continuously and extend observation if needed.
Integration between sessions
A typical induction series includes six infusions across two to three weeks. Between visits we schedule virtual check-ins, deliver integration prompts via Klarity’s digital platform, and coordinate with your existing therapist or psychiatrist. We recommend light movement, journaling, somatic grounding, and dedicated sleep routines to stabilize the nervous system.
Maintaining momentum
Once the induction series concludes, patients and clinicians collaborate on a maintenance plan. Options range from at-home sublingual ketamine, booster infusions, neurofeedback, or IV nutrient therapy. We also leverage measurement-based dashboards to track PHQ-9, GAD-7, sleep metrics, and functional milestones so any regression triggers swift adjustments.
Final reminders
- Expect a full care team—medical, integrative, and hospitality—to support you before, during, and after each infusion.
- Side effects are typically mild and transient, but continuous monitoring ensures rapid intervention if anything unexpected occurs.
- Integration is as important as the infusion itself; staying engaged with assigned practices will maximize neuroplastic gains and long-term resilience.