Get Depression Relief With
SPRAVATO®
FULLY COVERED BY INSURANCE
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Oxford Health • United Healthcare • Aetna • Blue Cross • Cigna •
Spravato® (Esketamine) is a next-generation treatment at Genesis Health for those who haven’t found lasting relief with traditional antidepressants. Works fast, often providing noticeable relief within 24 hours.
FDA Approved
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Trusted for safety & effectiveness
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Many experience results in as little as 2 weeks
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In person treatment available in NYC
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We accept most commercial insurances
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Esketamine Treatment in NYC -
Therapy for Depression & Anxiety
Personalized Care
Your treatment plan will be customized to your unique needs, guided by experts who understand your personal journey.
Collaborative Care
Your Genesis doctors, therapists, and assistants work as a team. Every treatment is closely monitored. We’re always available to answer questions or check in on your well-being.
Safe, Affordable Care
We accept most major insurance plans. Each session is administered in our calm, peaceful environment.
Meet the Team
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Dr. Nino Seviliano
Non-Prescribing Holistic Doctor
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Dr. Ruth Johnson
Founder and Lead Physician
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Briana Bennet
Medical Assistant
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Dorelle Gibson
Colon Hydro Therapist
Dr. Ruth Chambi Johnson, MD is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician with over 15 years of experience serving patients in Midtown East Manhattan.
She earned her undergraduate degree in Biochemistry from La Sierra University in California and began her medical training at the Autonomous University of Guadalajara. After completing the Fifth Pathway Program at New York Medical College, Dr. Johnson finished her residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in Manhattan.
At her practice, Genesis Health, located on the Midtown East clinic, Dr. Johnson combines her strong foundation in biochemistry and internal medicine to address both mental and physical well-being. She offers ketamine treatment as part of her comprehensive mental health services and takes a holistic, investigative approach to patient care—helping individuals identify and resolve underlying stressors, including possible vitamin deficiencies.
We understand that starting a new treatment can feel overwhelming. But know this: You don’t have to go through this alone. Our compassionate team will guide you, offering comfort and support through every step of the way.
We understand that starting a new treatment can feel overwhelming. But know this: You don’t have to go through this alone. Our compassionate team will guide you, offering comfort and support through every step of the way.
– Ruth Johnson MD
How SPRAVATO® Therapy works
At Genesis Health
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You’ll start with a consultation. We’ll talk about your symptoms, history, and goals, tailoring a treatment plan to fit your specific needs.
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Your first treatment begins with a demo to show you how the nasal spray works. Then, you’ll self-administer the treatment. We’ll monitor you closely over the next 2 hours and make sure you’re feeling okay through the process.
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Spravato® works fast. You may feel a shift after your first session. Typically, treatments are twice a week for the first month.
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After the induction phase, we’ll reassess your progress. If you need continued support, we can customize your treatment schedule to fit your needs.
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Nicole´s Story
SPRAVATO® helped Nicole’s treatment-resistant depression. Now, she’s resuming her education and sharing her story.
Allison´s Story
Allison’s son tried many oral antidepressants without relief. Now, because of SPRAVATO®, Allison’s son is starting to feel like himself again.
FAQs
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Spravato® is the brand name for esketamine (a version of ketamine) nasal spray, which is prescribed as a fast-acting treatment for treatment-resistant depression.
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Although the exact mechanism of action is not yet known, Spravato® is thought to create new connections in the brain by targeting the glutamate system, which is responsible for facilitating communication between nerve cells. This is referred to as neuroplasticity — the ability of the brain to change and adapt. By increasing neuroplasticity, Spravato® appears to help behavioral and cognitive changes occur more rapidly in patients with treatment-resistant depression.
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There are several differences between Spravato® and ketamine.
On a basic level, Spravato® is the brand name for the compound esketamine, which is derived from isolating one component of ketamine. Ketamine has a longer history, as well, though it’s not FDA-approved to treat depression. That brings us to a key difference in terms of access and cost: Spravato® is covered by insurance, while ketamine is not.
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The most common side effects of Spravato®, which can occur both during and after treatment, include: feelings of dissociation (disconnectedness from your body/thoughts/feelings); lack of energy or fatigue; dizziness; increased blood pressure; feeling drunk or excited; nausea or vomiting. Unlike the side effects associated with oral antidepressants, which are persistent and systemic, side effects from Spravato® typically go away within hours of treatment. To avoid nausea and vomiting, it’s recommended that you avoid eating two hours before your treatment.
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After your initial consultation, Spravato® sessions are typically scheduled twice a week for the first month. In the second month, sessions are reduced to once a week. After this two month period, you and your provider can discuss whether or not to continue Spravato® treatment (and at what frequency) based on your progress. Each session lasts about minimum 2 hours required for this treatment.
Unlock Healing with FDA-Approved Esketamine Therapy NYC
You don’t have to keep waiting to feel better, more connected, and more like YOU. Whether you’re feeling stuck or have been struggling with depression for months or years, Spravato® is here to help you break free.