Meeting with our psychiatrist: Your first appointment with us will involve a consultation with our experienced psychiatrist. During this meeting, you’ll have the opportunity to discuss your symptoms, treatment history, and goals. Our psychiatrist will evaluate your condition and determine if Spravato is an appropriate treatment option for you. Additionally, they will address any questions or concerns you may have, and provide you with the support and guidance you need to make informed decisions about your health.

Spravato treatment involves having a series of sessions at South Bay Behavioral Health. The number of Spravato sessions you need can vary but typically involves three treatments a week for four to six weeks. The treatment simply involves spraying the dose of Spravato into your nasal passages under your provider’s supervision.

You stay for a while afterward to ensure you don’t have any adverse reactions, then you can go home. You need to arrange transport because you might feel drowsy and have slowed responses after your Spravato treatment.

On the day of the Spravato treatment session, the patient can administer the Spravato nasal spray themselves in the office. This is done under the supervision of the healthcare provider. Before doing so, the healthcare provider takes the patient’s blood pressure. A blood pressure reading is also taken after the nasal spray. There is an observation after each treatment session for at least two hours to monitor how the patient is feeling and any side effects.

Although Spravato is safe to use for most patients with depression, there are some potential side effects to be mindful of before beginning treatment. These side effects include but are not limited to dizziness, nausea, vomiting, disorientation, and a lack of energy. Some patients, however, experience very few or no side effects.

Throughout the course of your Spravato treatment, you may start noticing positive changes in your symptoms and overall well-being. While individual responses may vary, it is important to remember that Spravato is a cumulative treatment. The benefits often accumulate over time, and optimal results are often achieved with consistent and continued treatment.

As you progress through your Spravato treatment, our experienced team will closely monitor your response and make any necessary adjustments to ensure the therapy remains tailored to your evolving needs. We are committed to your success, with your Spravato Specialist checking in with you routinely during treatments, and your psychiatrist providing weekly check-ins and reviewing your daily treatment progress notes. Together, we strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for your mental health and well-being.

As you near the completion of your successful treatment, we will engage in a comprehensive discussion with you, your loved ones, and any involved external healthcare providers to provide our recommendations for your ongoing care beyond the acute treatment phase. If necessary, we can schedule a separate office appointment with our psychiatrist to ensure ample time for detailed consultation.