Markus Ploesser MD – Aurora, Colorado Ketamine Clinics

✓ Last verified: January 24, 2026 — Edited & verified by Angelica Bottaro for HealingMaps Editorial Staff

Known For: Dr. Markus Ploesser is a board-certified psychiatrist and integrative medicine physician practicing through Open Mind Health in Aurora. With residency training at Columbia University, forensic psychiatry fellowship at the University of Washington, and integrative medicine training at the University of Arizona’s Andrew Weil Center, he brings an unusually deep academic foundation to ketamine-assisted psychotherapy and psychedelic-informed care.

💡 No clinic-specific pricing posted? See our ketamine therapy cost guide for typical pricing ranges by treatment type and insurance pathways.

HealingMaps Take: Dr. Ploesser is one of the most credentialed ketamine providers in the Denver metro area, with triple-board expertise spanning general psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, and integrative medicine. His Columbia and University of Arizona pedigree, combined with subspecialty training in integrative psychiatry from Boulder’s Integrative Psychiatry Institute, positions him well for patients seeking a deeply informed, psychedelic-aware clinician. As Chief Innovation Officer at Open Mind Health, he’s embedded in a forward-thinking practice model. Ideal for patients who want their ketamine journey guided by someone with serious academic and clinical depth.

Market Position: Markus Ploesser MD treats both depression and PTSD — the two most common ketamine therapy indications, accounting for 34% of HealingMaps patient inquiries.

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Ketamine Protocols Compared — What’s Offered at Markus Ploesser MD

Industry pricing reference. Markus Ploesser MD has not published specific per-session pricing — contact the clinic directly for a quote. The calculator above shows typical metro-level cost estimates across protocols, not this clinic’s specific prices.

What to Expect at Your First Markus Ploesser MD Appointment

1. Initial intake call — Medical history review and clinical eligibility check. Call 1-855-550-MIND or visit openmindhealth.com/dr-ploesser to schedule.
2. Medical evaluation — in-person or telehealth psychiatric assessment, vitals check, and review of current medications with the Markus Ploesser MD clinical team.
3. First treatment session — supervised ketamine therapy session in a private treatment room, lasting approximately 60–90 minutes. Sessions are held at 1440 S Potomac St, Aurora, CO 80012. 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 Markus Ploesser MD Consult Call

• How long has the Markus Ploesser MD clinical team been delivering ketamine therapy, and what specialty training do your providers hold?
• What’s Markus Ploesser MD’s typical full-program cost for the integration-therapy bundle, and do you accept HSA/FSA payments?
• Colorado’s Natural Medicine Health Act covers certain psychedelics — how does your ketamine practice integrate with broader psychedelic-therapy options patients may consider?
• Is the therapist who guides KAP sessions independently licensed, and how long are integration sessions after the dosing portion?
• What does Markus Ploesser MD recommend for patients who don’t respond to the standard 6-session acute series?

Aurora Ketamine Market Snapshot

Sources: CDC PLACES 2023 (Arapahoe County, CO, crude prevalence) · U.S. Census ACS 5 Year · HealingMaps proprietary patient inquiry data.

• Adult depression in Arapahoe County, CO: 21.8%
• Frequent mental distress (14+ days per month): 16.2%
• Adults lacking health insurance: 11.5%
• Arapahoe County population: 654,453 · median household income $92,292
• Recent Aurora-area inquiries to HealingMaps: A growing stream of Colorado residents have recently contacted us seeking ketamine care

Behind this data: HealingMaps has analyzed 23,496 patient inquiries (Oct 2022 – Mar 2026), mapped 1,473 verified clinics across 3,142 counties, scraped 132 clinic pricing pages, and collected 658 practitioner survey responses. This snapshot reflects our multi-source methodology.

From the 2026 Ketamine Industry Report

HSA and FSA funds can be applied to ketamine therapy when it is prescribed for a qualifying medical condition — a frequently overlooked option given that 75% of patients pay cash. Ask your provider for a Letter of Medical Necessity to confirm eligibility with your HSA or FSA administrator before your first session. Source: HealingMaps 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report — drawn from 23,496 patient inquiries and 132 clinic website analyses.

Patient Questions about Markus Ploesser MD

This 3-question summary is matched to the protocols and conditions Markus Ploesser MD treats. Editorial responses are HealingMaps-authored, grounded in our 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report.

Does Markus Ploesser MD offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP)?

Yes — Markus Ploesser MD 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 Markus Ploesser MD suited for treatment-resistant depression?

Markus Ploesser MD treats depression via 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.

Can Markus Ploesser MD help with anxiety disorders?

Yes — Markus Ploesser MD 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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  Lara Muhlberg

  September 28, 2022 at 2:51 am

  I’m interested in your services, please and thank you

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