South Coast TMS and Ketamine – Encinitas, California Ketamine Clinics, TMS Therapy Clinics

✓ Last verified: February 3, 2026 — Edited & verified by Angelica Bottaro for HealingMaps Editorial Staff

Known For: South Coast TMS and Ketamine in Encinitas is led by Dr. Drew Belnap, a board-certified anesthesiologist with over 8 years of experience administering IV ketamine. The clinic offers IV ketamine and Deep TMS therapy, with Dr. Belnap personally staying with each patient throughout the entire 2-hour appointment. They use hospital-grade monitoring equipment and offer competitive pricing compared to other clinics.

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

HealingMaps Take: South Coast TMS and Ketamine stands out for Dr. Belnap’s hands-on approach — he personally stays with each patient throughout the entire appointment, which is uncommon in the ketamine clinic space. His anesthesiology background provides an extra layer of safety expertise during infusions, and the hospital-grade monitoring gives patients peace of mind. The Encinitas location serves the North County coastal corridor beautifully, and their high Google ratings reflect consistent patient satisfaction.

Market Position: South Coast TMS and Ketamine 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 South Coast TMS and Ketamine

Industry pricing reference. South Coast TMS and Ketamine 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 Appointment

1. Initial intake call — Medical history review and clinical eligibility check. Call (760) 331-7735 to schedule.
2. Medical evaluation — in-person or telehealth psychiatric assessment, vitals check, and review of current medications with the South Coast TMS and Ketamine clinical team.
3. First treatment session — supervised ketamine therapy session in a private treatment room, lasting approximately 60–90 minutes. Sessions are held at 4405 Manchester Ave, Suite 102, Encinitas, CA 92024. 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 Consult Call

• How long has the South Coast TMS and Ketamine clinical team been delivering ketamine therapy, and what specialty training do your providers hold?
• What’s a typical 6-session total cost at South Coast TMS and Ketamine, and do you offer payment plans, HSA/FSA-eligible billing, or sliding-scale pricing?
• 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?
• Does South Coast TMS and Ketamine require a referral from a current treating psychiatrist, and how do you handle outside-prescriber medication-management coordination?
• What does South Coast TMS and Ketamine recommend for patients who don’t respond to the standard 6-session acute series?

Patient Questions

This 4-question summary is matched to the protocols and conditions South Coast TMS and Ketamine treats. Editorial responses are HealingMaps-authored, grounded in our 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report.

Is South Coast TMS and Ketamine suited for treatment-resistant depression?

South Coast TMS and Ketamine treats depression via IV ketamine (off-label, evidence-based). 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 South Coast TMS and Ketamine treat chronic pain conditions?

Yes — South Coast TMS and Ketamine 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.

Does South Coast TMS and Ketamine treat PTSD?

Yes — South Coast TMS and Ketamine 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.

Can South Coast TMS and Ketamine help with anxiety disorders?

Yes — South Coast TMS and Ketamine 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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Review (1)

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  Justin

  January 15, 2024 at 9:09 pm

  My experience with South Coast TMS and ketamine has left me completely dissatisfied and depressed, despite my high hopes. In my opinion, the treatment offered no benefit. When I expressed my concerns to Dr. Belnap, he got defensive, blamed it on me, and then started making completely unreasonable and negative accusations towards me. This made him seem even more fraudulent. He was completely fine with taking my money and having me walk away feeling worse than when I came in. It seems very evident to my family and me that this organization prioritizes profits over genuine care, taking advantage of vulnerable individuals desperate for help. In the end, I feel over $10,000 has been stolen from me, and I received nothing in return. Now I am unable to afford any authentic care.

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