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✓ Last verified: March 13, 2026 — Edited & verified by Angelica Bottaro for HealingMaps Editorial Staff

Huntsman Mental Health Institute in Salt Lake City, Utah logo

Known For: Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI) at the University of Utah offers ketamine therapy within one of the nation’s top academic medical centers. Their research-backed approach to ketamine treatment benefits from the university’s clinical expertise and cutting-edge mental health research programs.

Google Reviews⭐ Academic medical center
LocationSalt Lake City, Utah
Address501 Chipeta Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Phone(801) 583-2500
Websitehealthcare.utah.edu/hmhi
TreatmentsKetamine Therapy, Comprehensive Psychiatry, Research
Conditions TreatedDepression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar, Suicidal Ideation
CostContact clinic for pricing
InsuranceUniversity Health Plans accepted; contact for details
KAP AvailableResearch-integrated psychiatric care
Clinical LeadUniversity of Utah academic team

HealingMaps Take: HMHI represents the gold standard for academic ketamine care in Utah. As part of the University of Utah Health system, patients benefit from research-driven protocols and access to the latest advances in ketamine therapy. The top choice for patients who prioritize evidence-based, academic-level care.

Market Position: Huntsman Mental Health Institute treats both depression and PTSD — the two most common ketamine therapy indications, accounting for 34% of HealingMaps patient inquiries.

Is Huntsman Mental Health Institute Right for You?

✓ Choose Huntsman Mental Health Institute if:

  • You want academic-medical-center protocols and clinical-trial-grade oversight
  • You’re treating co-occurring depression and PTSD

✗ Look elsewhere if:

  • You want ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) with integrated talk therapy
  • You’re seeking ketamine for chronic pain (this clinic focuses on mental health)

Huntsman Mental Health Institute Ketamine Cost Calculator

How Much Will Ketamine Therapy Cost?

Estimate your out-of-pocket range based on patient-reported pricing and HealingMaps proprietary clinic data.
Estimated per session
$381–$654
Range: $327–$1,090/session
Estimated total program
$2,289–$3,923
Range: $1,962–$6,539/6-session series
Your estimate vs. national patient-reported median Based on national tracking, adjusted for Salt Lake City, UT market
Select a treatment type to see pricing context.

What to Expect at Your First Huntsman Mental Health Institute Appointment

  1. Initial intake call — Medical history review and clinical eligibility check. Call (801) 583-2500 to schedule.
  2. Medical evaluation — in-person or telehealth psychiatric assessment, vitals check, and review of current medications with the Huntsman Mental Health Institute clinical team.
  3. First treatment session — supervised ketamine therapy session in a private treatment room, lasting approximately 60–90 minutes. Sessions are held at 501 Chipeta Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108. 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 ketamine session.

What to Ask on Your Huntsman Mental Health Institute Consult Call

  • How long has the Huntsman Mental Health Institute clinical team been delivering ketamine therapy, and what specialty training do your providers hold?
  • What’s a typical 6-session total cost at Huntsman Mental Health Institute, and do you offer payment plans, HSA/FSA-eligible billing, or sliding-scale pricing?
  • Have you handled Regence BCBS Utah, SelectHealth, or UnitedHealthcare Spravato prior authorizations — and what does the typical timeline look like?
  • Does Huntsman Mental Health Institute require a referral from a current treating psychiatrist, and how do you handle outside-prescriber medication-management coordination?
  • What does Huntsman Mental Health Institute recommend for patients who don’t respond to the standard 6-session acute series?

Patient Questions about Huntsman Mental Health Institute

This question is matched to the conditions Huntsman Mental Health Institute treats. Editorial responses are HealingMaps-authored, grounded in our 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report.

Does Huntsman Mental Health Institute treat PTSD?

Yes — Huntsman Mental Health Institute treats PTSD. Ketamine for trauma differs from depression treatment: dosing is often lower per session, and pairing the protocol with trauma-focused therapy between sessions is common. A reasonable consult question: whether PTSD patients here typically use ketamine alone or alongside an outside therapist.

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