Business Details
10 Years
experience
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy & Addiction Psychiatry in Los Angeles
Founded in 2016, we are a specialized psychiatric practice dedicated to advancing mental health care through innovative treatments. Our team of board-certified psychiatrists and psychotherapists brings extensive expertise in addiction psychiatry, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP), and psychedelic psychiatry. With a focus on personalized care, we serve patients across the greater Westside of Los Angeles, offering both in-person and telehealth appointments. Our clinicians have contributed to peer-reviewed research, clinical trials, and national conferences, establishing a reputation for evidence-based, compassionate treatment.We prioritize creating a welcoming environment where patients receive tailored treatment plans addressing depression, PTSD, addiction, and other mental health conditions. Our commitment to clinical excellence is reflected in our published work, including outcomes studies on KAP efficacy and safety. By integrating traditional psychiatry with emerging therapies, we aim to meet patients where they are, fostering growth and long-term wellness through collaborative care.
Services
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Addiction Psychiatry
Psychedelic Psychiatry
Medication Management
Child Psychiatry
Clinical Trial Services
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Opioid Replacement Therapy
Psychotherapy
Telehealth Psychiatry
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with over 9 years of clinical experience since 2016.
- Our team includes board-certified psychiatrists in addiction, adult, and child/adolescent psychiatry.
- We provide both telehealth and in-person appointments for flexible access to care.
- Our clinicians have published peer-reviewed research on ketamine-assisted psychotherapy outcomes.
- We integrate evidence-based practices with personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs.
Services
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
Our ketamine-assisted psychotherapy combines intramuscular ketamine injections with structured psychotherapy sessions to address treatment-resistant depression, PTSD, and addiction. This evidence-based approach, supported by our 2024 peer-reviewed outcomes study, includes preparation and integration sessions to maximize therapeutic benefits. Patients receive personalized care in a controlled clinical setting, with 80% reporting significant symptom improvement.
Addiction Psychiatry
We specialize in comprehensive addiction psychiatry services including harm reduction, dual diagnosis treatment, and opioid replacement therapy. Our board-certified addiction psychiatrist develops individualized treatment plans integrating medication management and psychotherapy. Services address co-occurring mental health disorders and substance use through both in-person and telehealth consultations for adults and adolescents.
Psychedelic Psychiatry
Our psychedelic psychiatry consultations cover microdosing, HPPD management, and integration of psychedelic experiences. Clinicians with clinical trial expertise provide evidence-based guidance on psychedelic-assisted therapies. Services include preparation for psychedelic experiences and post-experience integration therapy to maximize therapeutic outcomes while prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Board-certified child psychiatrist Dr. Alan Hanft provides comprehensive psychiatric care for children and teens, including medication management and psychotherapy. Services address developmental disorders, mood disorders, and behavioral issues through family-inclusive treatment planning. We offer diagnostic evaluations and tailored interventions for patients aged 5-18 in a supportive clinical environment.
Telehealth Psychiatry
We offer secure telehealth appointments for psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy sessions. This service provides accessible mental health care for patients across California, maintaining the same clinical standards as in-person visits. Telehealth options ensure continuity of care for established patients and initial consultations for new clients seeking flexible treatment access.
People
Wesley Ryan, M.D.
Board-Certified Psychiatrist
Dr. Ryan specializes in addiction psychiatry and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, with over 9 years of clinical experience since 2016. He has authored peer-reviewed research on KAP outcomes and serves as an adherence rater for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy trials. His expertise includes psychedelic psychiatry consultations and clinical trial leadership.
Alan Hanft, M.D.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist
Dr. Hanft is a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist with additional certifications in general and consult liaison psychiatry. He provides comprehensive psychiatric care for all ages, specializing in medication management and treatment planning for developmental and mood disorders.
Questions
What is ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP)?
KAP combines intramuscular ketamine injections with psychotherapy to treat depression, PTSD, and addiction, showing effectiveness in 80% of patients.
Do you accept insurance?
We are out-of-network providers; check with your insurer for possible reimbursement details listed in our FAQs.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer telehealth psychiatry services alongside in-person appointments in Marina Del Rey.
What psychiatric specialties do you offer?
Our services include addiction psychiatry, child/adolescent psychiatry, psychedelic psychiatry, and medication management.
Can I access your research on KAP outcomes?
Yes, our peer-reviewed study on KAP efficacy and safety is available in the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs (2024).
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