

Ketamine & Mental Health: Dr. Karen DeCocker On Cutting-Edge Treatments
Mar 22, 2025
Dr. Karen DeCocker is the Director of Advanced Practice Providers at Stella Mental Health, specializing in innovative ketamine treatments. She discusses the transformative potential of ketamine for severe depression and PTSD, highlighting its history and rapid efficacy. Dr. DeCocker emphasizes the critical link between mental and physical health, advocating for personalized treatment approaches. She also addresses the evolving perception of mental health, focusing on brain health as a foundation for effective care and the importance of treating underlying causes.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Ketamine's Transformative Role in Mental Health
02:26 • 9min
Understanding Brain Health: The Impact of Depression and Innovate Treatments
10:57 • 3min
Understanding the Interplay of Mental and Physical Health
13:48 • 14min
Ketamine: A Breakthrough in Mental Health Treatment
28:07 • 10min
Understanding Ketamine as a Therapeutic Treatment
37:50 • 3min
Reframing Mental Health: A Focus on Brain Health
40:23 • 2min