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✓ Edited by Angelica Bottaro for HealingMaps Editorial Staff
Known For: Pittsburgh interventional-psychiatry group offering REMS-certified Spravato (esketamine) and TMS alongside psychiatry and medication management, with two Pittsburgh-proper offices (Squirrel Hill and Robinson) and telepsychiatry across Pennsylvania. Note: The Nexus Group does not offer IV ketamine or ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
| Location | Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| Address | 5725 Forward Ave, Suite 401, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Squirrel Hill) |
| Phone | (412) 214-0042 |
| Website | thenexusgrouppc.com |
| Treatments | Spravato (Esketamine, REMS-certified) + TMS + Psychiatry & Medication Management + Telepsychiatry |
| Conditions | Treatment-resistant depression, depression, and anxiety |
| Cost | N/A (contact for pricing) |
| Insurance | Spravato typically insurance-billed across most major plans |
| KAP Available | No |
| Clinical Lead | Dr. Gregory Thorkelson, MD (Psychiatry & Neurology) and Dr. Abigail Wang, MD, with a team of PMHNPs and PA-Cs |
HealingMaps Take: The Nexus Group is a strong insurance-first option for Pittsburgh patients with treatment-resistant depression — Spravato and TMS are both insurance-billable, and pairing them with in-house psychiatry and medication management means a coordinated plan rather than a standalone infusion. Two city offices (Squirrel Hill and Robinson) plus telepsychiatry give it broad reach. It is a medical-model, esketamine-and-TMS practice — patients specifically seeking IV ketamine or ketamine-assisted psychotherapy should look elsewhere.
Market Position: The Nexus Group occupies the insurance-covered Spravato + TMS + psychiatry slot in the Pittsburgh market — distinct from IV-infusion clinics. Dual city offices, telepsychiatry, and integrated medication management are the differentiators. Affiliated with Beacon Behavioral Health Partners (group affiliation).
Is The Nexus Group Right for You?
✓ Choose The Nexus Group if:
- You want insurance-billable Spravato (esketamine) for treatment-resistant depression
- You’d benefit from TMS and psychiatric medication management coordinated in one practice
- You’re in Squirrel Hill, Robinson, or anywhere in the Pittsburgh metro (telepsychiatry available statewide)
- You have Aetna, Blue Cross, Cigna, or Optum/United — or prefer self-pay
- You want a physician-led, medical-model program
✗ Look elsewhere if:
- You specifically want IV ketamine infusions — The Nexus Group does not offer them
- You’re seeking ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) with an embedded therapist
- You want at-home or IM ketamine
The Nexus Group 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
$416–$714
Range: $357–$1,190/session
Estimated total program
$2,499–$4,283
Range: $2,142–$7,139/6-session series
Select a treatment type to see pricing context.
Ketamine Protocols Compared — What’s Offered at The Nexus Group
Industry pricing reference. The Nexus Group 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.
| Protocol | Typical Industry Cost | Offered Here |
|---|---|---|
| IV Ketamine | $350–$650/session | — |
| Spravato (esketamine) | $0–$250 copay (insured) | ✓ Yes |
| IM Ketamine | $250–$400/injection | — |
| KAP (with therapist) | $400–$1,200/session | — |
| At-home troches | $150–$300/month | — |
What to Expect at Your First The Nexus Group Appointment
- Initial intake call — Insurance verification, Spravato prior authorization workflow if applicable, and clinical eligibility check. Call (412) 214-0042 to schedule.
- Medical evaluation — psychiatric assessment, vitals check, and review of current medications and prior treatment history with the The Nexus Group clinical team.
- First treatment session — supervised ketamine session in a monitored treatment room at 5725 Forward Ave, Suite 401, Pittsburgh, PA 15217 (Squirrel Hill).
- Recovery and follow-up — observation period after dosing, mood check-in with the clinical team, and scheduling your next session.
What to Ask on Your The Nexus Group Consult Call
- How long has the The Nexus Group clinical team been delivering ketamine therapy, and what specialty training do your providers hold?
- Walk me through your Spravato prior authorization process — what does my insurance need to document, and what is the typical approval timeline?
- What is your specific ketamine protocol (dose, sessions, monitoring), and how do you decide when to recommend booster sessions?
- How do you handle patients who don’t respond to the standard induction series?
Pittsburgh Ketamine Market Snapshot
Sources: CDC PLACES 2023 (Allegheny County (Pittsburgh metro / Squirrel Hill), crude prevalence) · U.S. Census ACS 5 Year · HealingMaps proprietary patient inquiry data.
- Adult depression in Allegheny County (Pittsburgh metro / Squirrel Hill): 16.7%
- Frequent mental distress (14+ days per month): 13.4%
- Adults lacking health insurance: 8.7%
- Allegheny County (Pittsburgh metro / Squirrel Hill) population: 2,370,930 · median household income $68,286
- Recent Pittsburgh-area inquiries to HealingMaps: A growing stream of Pittsburgh-area residents have recently contacted us seeking ketamine care
Behind this data: HealingMaps has analyzed 23,496 patient inquiries (Oct 2022 – Mar 2026), mapped 1,800 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
44.9% of patients cite access as the #1 barrier to treatment — the largest single obstacle to ketamine therapy in the HealingMaps corpus, outranking cost, stigma, and side-effect concerns. Source: HealingMaps 2026 Ketamine Clinic Intelligence Report — drawn from 23,496 patient inquiries and 132 clinic website analyses.
Patient Review
“Getting Spravato covered through my insurance at a real psychiatry practice — instead of paying cash for infusions — is what finally made treatment possible for me. Having TMS and my medications managed in the same office made it simple.”
About The Nexus Group
The Nexus Group is a Pittsburgh interventional-psychiatry practice with two city offices — 5725 Forward Ave, Suite 401 in Squirrel Hill (15217) and 100 Hightower Blvd, Suite 200 in Robinson (15205) — plus telepsychiatry available across Pennsylvania. The practice is led by Dr. Gregory Thorkelson, MD (board-certified in Psychiatry & Neurology) and Dr. Abigail Wang, MD, supported by a team of psychiatric nurse practitioners and physician assistants, and is affiliated with Beacon Behavioral Health Partners.
The Nexus Group offers Spravato (esketamine) under FDA REMS certification — with the required in-office monitoring after each dose — as well as TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation), psychiatry, and medication management. It does not provide IV ketamine infusions or ketamine-assisted psychotherapy; its ketamine-class offering is Spravato specifically.
Both Spravato and TMS are billable to insurance, and the practice works with Aetna, Blue Cross, Cigna, and Optum/United, with self-pay available. That insurance pathway makes it an accessible option for Pittsburgh patients with treatment-resistant depression who cannot pay out of pocket for off-label ketamine.
Conditions treated include treatment-resistant depression, depression, and anxiety. To schedule, call (412) 214-0042 or visit thenexusgrouppc.com.
Patient Questions about The Nexus Group
This 5-question summary is matched to the protocols and conditions The Nexus Group treats. Editorial responses are HealingMaps-authored.
What ketamine protocols does The Nexus Group offer?
The Nexus Group offers Spravato (Esketamine, REMS-certified) + TMS + Psychiatry & Medication Management + Telepsychiatry. Confirm specific dosing schedules during your consult.
Does The Nexus Group offer Spravato (esketamine)?
Yes — The Nexus Group offers Spravato, which means they’re FDA REMS-certified and maintain the required two-hour in-office monitoring window after each dose.
Does The Nexus Group offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP)?
The Nexus Group operates a medical-model program. Patients seeking explicit KAP with a licensed integration therapist should evaluate practices that pair the dosing experience with structured therapy.
Is The Nexus Group suited for treatment-resistant depression?
The Nexus Group treats treatment-resistant depression. TRD is typically defined as two or more prior antidepressant trials without sufficient response — patients meeting that bar are best candidates.
Can The Nexus Group help with anxiety disorders?
Yes — The Nexus Group treats anxiety disorders. 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.
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