13 Nushama Practices for Safe Psychedelic Therapy

Nushama member sittingi in a chair receiving a ketamine infusion

As the field of psychedelic therapy continues to gain traction, it is becoming increasingly important for practitioners to ensure their treatments are safe and effective. Nushama is at the forefront of this conversation, constantly putting its members first and determining the best ways to care for them, from our treatment to year-round programming. Here are thirteen practices we’ve identified essential for providing our members the highest quality care.

The Neuroscience of Ketamine

illustration of a neural synapse releasing glutamate

The human brain is a complex organ that is responsible for our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is made up of billions of interconnected neurons that communicate with each other through synapses. Neurotransmitters, the chemical messengers of the brain, play a crucial role in this communication process…

Ketamine FDA Approval & Off-label Use

illustration of roads showing off label and on label use of ketamine

The use of ketamine is considered “on-label” when it is used for medical purposes that the FDA has approved it for. When it is used for other conditions that are not covered by the FDA designation, then the use is considered “off-label”.