Psychedelic Science Institute – Los Angeles, California Ketamine Clinics

Formerly known as California Center for Psychedelic Therapy.

✓ Last verified: January 30, 2026 — Edited & verified by Angelica Bottaro for HealingMaps Editorial Staff

Known For: Clinician-founded psychedelic therapy center combining ketamine-assisted psychotherapy with integration support, co-founded by a psychiatrist and licensed therapist

HealingMaps Take: The Psychedelic Science Institute (now operating as Psychedelic Science Institute) is a clinician-founded practice that pairs ketamine with structured psychotherapy rather than offering infusions alone. Co-founded by Dr. Cole Marta and therapist Brooke Balliett, the center emphasizes the therapeutic relationship as central to the healing process. Their KAP model follows a preparation-journey-integration framework similar to clinical trial protocols for psychedelics.

Market Position: Psychedelic Science Institute offers the full ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) protocol alongside medical-only ketamine dosing — one of the more integrated treatment menus in the Angeles metro.

Psychedelic Science Institute Ketamine Cost Calculator

Ketamine Protocols Compared — What’s Offered at Psychedelic Science Institute

Industry pricing reference. Psychedelic Science Institute’s posted price: $550 initial eval | $600/session KAP | $250/session integration. Contact the clinic for any package or sliding-scale options. The calculator above shows metro-level cost estimates across protocols.

What to Expect at Your First Psychedelic Science Institute Appointment

1. Initial intake call — Brief medical history review, depression and anxiety screening, and medical clearance for IV ketamine. Call (213) 444-5309 or visit psychedelicsci.com to schedule. Psychedelic Science Institute’s posted pricing: $550 initial eval | $600/session KAP | $250/session integration.
2. Medical evaluation — in-person or telehealth psychiatric assessment, vitals check, and review of current medications with the Psychedelic Science Institute clinical team.
3. First treatment session — supervised IV ketamine infusion in a private treatment room, lasting approximately 60–90 minutes (40-minute infusion + recovery). Sessions are held at 522 N Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004. You’ll have a comfortable chair or recliner, dim lighting, and direct medical monitoring throughout.
4. Recovery and follow-up — observation period after dosing, mood check-in with the clinical team, and scheduling your next session. Arrange for a ride home; do not drive for 24 hours after your IV session.

What to Ask on Your Psychedelic Science Institute Consult Call

• How long has the Psychedelic Science Institute clinical team been delivering ketamine therapy, and what specialty training do your providers hold?
• Does Psychedelic Science Institute provide a superbill for out-of-network insurance reimbursement, and what’s a typical 6-session total cost including any follow-up?
• California’s psychedelic-therapy regulatory landscape is evolving — do you stay current with state Department of Public Health and Medical Board guidance on ketamine prescribing?
• Is the therapist who guides KAP sessions independently licensed, and how long are integration sessions after the dosing portion?
• What does Psychedelic Science Institute recommend for patients who don’t respond to the standard 6-session acute series?

Patient Questions about Psychedelic Science Institute

This 5-question summary is matched to the protocols and conditions Psychedelic Science Institute treats. Editorial responses are HealingMaps-authored, grounded in our 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report.

What ketamine protocols does Psychedelic Science Institute offer?

Psychedelic Science Institute offers IV ketamine and KAP — a 2-protocol practice. Patients can switch between or combine modalities without changing providers. Confirm specific dosing schedules and which protocols are recommended for your condition during your consult.

Does Psychedelic Science Institute offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP)?

Yes — Psychedelic Science Institute offers KAP, which combines ketamine dosing with structured psychotherapy during the dissociative window. KAP sessions are longer than standalone infusions and priced accordingly. A reasonable consult question: whether KAP is delivered by a single integrated provider, or by a separate therapist working with the prescribing clinician.

Is Psychedelic Science Institute suited for treatment-resistant depression?

Psychedelic Science Institute treats depression via IV ketamine (off-label, evidence-based), and KAP for trauma-anchored depression. Insurance coverage is rare for IV/KAP — most patients pay out of pocket. TRD is typically defined as two or more prior antidepressant trials without sufficient response — patients meeting that bar are best candidates here.

Does Psychedelic Science Institute treat chronic pain conditions?

Yes — Psychedelic Science Institute treats chronic pain. They use IV ketamine for pain, which typically means longer infusion times and higher cumulative doses than mental-health protocols. Common indications include complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), fibromyalgia, and certain neuropathic pain syndromes. Pain pricing varies significantly by structure: per-infusion vs. multi-day inpatient packages — verify how this clinic structures their billing.

Can Psychedelic Science Institute help with anxiety disorders?

Yes — Psychedelic Science Institute treats anxiety, including generalized anxiety, social anxiety, and panic disorder. The evidence base for ketamine in anxiety is less robust than for depression, but it can be a meaningful option for patients who haven’t responded to SSRIs or benzodiazepines. Worth asking which of their protocols they typically recommend for anxiety-primary patients.

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