Sunnyvale Psychiatry – Sunnyvale, California Ketamine Clinics

✓ Last verified: January 22, 2026 — Edited & verified by Angelica Bottaro for HealingMaps Editorial Staff

Known For: Sunnyvale Psychiatry is a private psychiatric practice led by Dr. Rachel R. Goldstein, a Stanford-trained psychiatrist who offers ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) using intramuscular and sublingual ketamine. Dr. Goldstein takes a solution-focused approach, combining psychiatric evaluation, psychotherapy, and psychopharmacology to create individualized treatment plans. Her KAP approach is distinctive in that the therapist remains present throughout the ketamine experience, facilitating real-time therapeutic work during the altered state. The practice serves Sunnyvale and the broader South Bay Area.

HealingMaps Take: Dr. Goldstein’s Stanford training and KAP-focused approach make Sunnyvale Psychiatry a strong option for South Bay patients who want deep therapeutic work alongside ketamine rather than infusions alone. The IM and sublingual delivery methods differ from IV infusions — they’re generally quicker and less invasive while still providing therapeutic benefit. Having the therapist present throughout the ketamine experience is the gold standard for KAP, as it allows real-time processing of emotions and insights. The free 15-minute consultation is a low-risk way for prospective patients to assess whether this approach is right for them.

Market Position: Sunnyvale Psychiatry is a verified ketamine provider in the Sunnyvale metro on HealingMaps — one of 1,473 clinics we have mapped and tracked across 3,142 U.S. counties.

Sunnyvale Psychiatry Ketamine Cost Calculator

Ketamine Protocols Compared — What’s Offered at Sunnyvale Psychiatry

Industry pricing reference. Sunnyvale Psychiatry 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 Sunnyvale Psychiatry Appointment

1. Initial intake call — Medical history review and clinical eligibility check. Call (650) 380-3823 or visit sunnyvalepsychiatry.com to schedule.
2. Medical evaluation — in-person or telehealth psychiatric assessment, vitals check, and review of current medications with the Sunnyvale Psychiatry clinical team.
3. First treatment session — supervised ketamine therapy session in a private treatment room, lasting approximately 60–90 minutes. Sessions are held at 505 W. Olive Ave, Sunnyvale, CA. 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 Sunnyvale Psychiatry Consult Call

• How long has the Sunnyvale Psychiatry clinical team been delivering ketamine therapy, and what specialty training do your providers hold?
• What’s Sunnyvale Psychiatry’s typical full-program cost for the integration-therapy bundle, and do you accept HSA/FSA payments?
• 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 Sunnyvale Psychiatry recommend for patients who don’t respond to the standard 6-session acute series?

Patient Questions about Sunnyvale Psychiatry

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

Does Sunnyvale Psychiatry offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP)?

Yes — Sunnyvale Psychiatry 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 Sunnyvale Psychiatry suited for treatment-resistant depression?

Sunnyvale Psychiatry 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 Sunnyvale Psychiatry help with anxiety disorders?

Yes — Sunnyvale Psychiatry 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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