Beyond Symptom Suppression. Real Healing for Depression, Anxiety & Trauma.
Physician-led ketamine therapy combined with metabolic psychiatry and root-cause healing. Located in Cardiff, California.
🏥 Dual Board Certified Physician | 🧠 Harvard-Backed Metabolic Psychiatry | 🌊 Serving Cardiff, Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar & San Diego
You’re Not Weak. Your System Is Overloaded.
If you’ve tried medications, therapy, supplements, or “doing all the right things” and still don’t feel better, it’s not because you’re broken.
For many people, depression, anxiety, trauma, and chronic pain are driven by biology—not willpower.
Your brain doesn’t exist in isolation. It’s shaped by inflammation, metabolism, hormones, sleep, stress, and the nervous system. When those systems are out of balance, no amount of “pushing through” can fix it.
The good news? When we address the right systems, the brain can change—often faster than you’ve been told.
- Physician-Led Care
- 3500+ Successful Treatments
- Oceanfront Cardiff Location
- Most Insurance Accepted (Spravato)
Do Any of These Sound Like You?
Ketamine therapy can help rapidly shift entrenched mood and nervous-system patterns when traditional treatments fall short.
"I don't feel joy anymore."
You go through the motions, but nothing brings you real happiness. Depression has stolen your ability to feel alive.
"My anxiety is constant, even when life is fine."
Your nervous system is stuck in overdrive. You can't relax, can't think clearly, and feel on edge for no reason.
"I'm exhausted, inflamed, and irritable."
Your body aches, your energy is gone, and your mood is unpredictable. Traditional medicine says your labs are 'normal.'
"I've tried multiple meds, and still feel the same."
SSRIs, SNRIs, therapy, supplements—you've done everything right, but nothing has worked long-term."
"Pain or migraines ruin my life."
Chronic pain dominates your days. You've tried everything, but nothing provides lasting relief.
There Is A Solution: The Seaside Method
We combine rapid relief with deep healing—so progress actually lasts.
1. RAPID RELIEF
2. ROOT CAUSE
3. REWIRE
4. RESILIENCE
Meet Dr. Gillin, MD
Dual Board certified physician with extensive experience in ketamine therapy, procedural medicine, anesthesiology, and patient safety.
After years of practicing in traditional medical settings and helping hundreds of patients through ketamine infusions, Dr. Gillin recognized a recurring pattern:
Many people weren’t failing treatment. They were being treated too narrowly.
Mental health symptoms often reflected deeper biological stressors—metabolic dysfunction, inflammation, nervous system overload, hormonal imbalance, or unresolved trauma—none of which could be fully addressed with medication alone.
That insight led Dr. Gillin to create Seaside Ketamine: a clinic that combines medical-grade ketamine therapy with metabolic psychiatry, lifestyle medicine, and thoughtful integration, all delivered in a calm, coastal setting.
His approach isn’t about symptom suppression. It’s about helping you understand why you feel the way you do—and giving you a real path toward lasting change.
- MD, Dual Board Certified
- Trained in ketamine therapy
- 3500+ ketamine infusions administered
- Training in metabolic psychiatry
- Certified in The Gupta Program
What We Do at Seaside Ketamine
IV Ketamine Infusions
IM Ketamine Sessions
Spravato® (Esketamine) Program
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Group Ketamine + Group Meditation
The Gupta Program
Medication Management & Taper
Metabolic Psychiatry
What Makes Seaside Ketamine Different from Other Clinics?
We combine medical-grade ketamine therapy with metabolic psychiatry and lifestyle medicine. Our goal is not just symptom relief, but helping patients understand why they feel the way they do and supporting lasting change.
Our clinic resides in a calm, oceanfront environment, meaning you can look at the ocean while getting treated, and leave with a plan that supports your brain and body for the week ahead.
| Traditional Psychiatry | Other Ketamine Clinics | Seaside Ketamine |
|---|---|---|
| Symptom suppression with daily meds | Ketamine treatments without integration | Rapid relief + root-cause healing |
| No metabolic assessment | No lifestyle medicine | Comprehensive metabolic psychiatry |
| Trial-and-error medication | Isolated ketamine sessions | Personalized 4-phase method |
| Limited time with doctor | Minimal medical oversight | Physician-led, medically supervised |
| No long-term optimization | No medication taper support | Complete transformation support |
Your Path to Feeling Better
1. Free 15-minute Call
2. Medical Evaluation
3. Personalized Plan
4. Integration + Optimization
5. Progress Tracking
1. Free 15-minute Call
2. Medical Evaluation
3. Personalized Plan
4. Integration + Optimization
5. Progress Tracking
See if you’re a good fit. No pressure, just clarity.
Comprehensive history, goal-setting, and safety screening with Dr. Gillin.
Choose IV, IM, or Spravato. Add psychotherapy, metabolic optimization, or lifestyle medicine.
Weekly progress, lifestyle coaching, medication adjustments, and integration support.
Symptom tracking, relapse prevention, and maintenance protocols.
1. Free 15-minute Call
2. Medical Evaluation
3. Personal Plan
4. Intergration + Optimization
5. Progress Tracking
Understanding Is the First Step Toward Feeling Better
This video walks through why you may be feeling the way you do, and how addressing the body can change the mind.
Real People, Real Relief
These are the words of people who once felt stuck, overwhelmed, or hopeless—and found a different path forward.
FAQ
What is ketamine therapy?
Ketamine therapy uses low, controlled doses of ketamine in a medical setting to help interrupt entrenched patterns of depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. It works differently than daily medications and can produce changes more rapidly for some people.
How does ketamine work differently than antidepressants?
Traditional antidepressants primarily affect neurotransmitters over weeks to months. Ketamine works through different pathways involved in neuroplasticity and brain connectivity, which is why some people notice changes sooner—especially when other treatments haven’t helped.
Who is a good candidate for ketamine therapy?
Ketamine therapy may be appropriate for people with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, migraines, or persistent symptoms despite therapy or medication. A medical evaluation is required to determine safety and fit.
Is ketamine safe?
When administered in a controlled medical environment with proper screening and monitoring, ketamine has a strong safety profile. At Seaside Ketamine, all treatments are medically supervised with continuous monitoring.
What does a ketamine session feel like?
Experiences vary. Some people feel relaxed or detached, others have vivid imagery or emotional insights. Sessions are calm and monitored, and most effects resolve shortly after treatment.
How many sessions will I need?
Treatment plans are individualized. Many people start with a short series of sessions and adjust based on response, goals, and integration. We discuss expectations clearly during your evaluation.
Do you offer IV, IM, and Spravato?
Yes. We offer IV ketamine infusions, IM ketamine sessions, and Spravato® (esketamine), which may be covered by insurance for eligible patients.
Do you accept insurance?
IV and IM ketamine are typically cash-pay. Spravato® is often covered by insurance. Our team can help determine coverage and next steps.
Can you help me reduce or come off medications?
When appropriate, we offer thoughtful medication management and taper support. Any changes are made gradually and safely, in coordination with your care plan.
What conditions do you treat?
We commonly work with depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, migraines, adjustment disorders, and burnout-related symptoms.
How do I get started?
The first step is a free 15-minute call to see if you’re a good fit. If appropriate, we’ll schedule a medical evaluation and discuss next steps.
Is ketamine therapy right for everyone?
No. Ketamine isn’t appropriate for every person or every condition. That’s why careful screening and honest conversations are a core part of our process.
What is metabolic psychiatry?
Metabolic psychiatry recognizes that many mental health symptoms are rooted in metabolic dysfunction—insulin resistance, inflammation, mitochondrial problems, hormone imbalances, and nutrient deficiencies. At Seaside Ketamine, we test for and treat these root causes, not just the symptoms.
How is Seaside Ketamine different from other ketamine clinics?
Most ketamine clinics offer isolated treatments without integration or root-cause assessment. We combine ketamine therapy with metabolic psychiatry, lifestyle medicine, psychotherapy, and long-term optimization. You get rapid relief AND deep healing.
Do you work with my existing therapist or psychiatrist?
Yes. We’re happy to collaborate with your current providers. Integration works best when your care team is aligned.
What if I'm currently on psychiatric medications?
That’s completely fine. Many of our patients start ketamine therapy while on existing medications. When appropriate, we can help you safely taper—but that’s always your choice, done gradually and carefully.
Can ketamine therapy help with chronic pain or migraines?
Yes. Ketamine has strong evidence for treating chronic pain conditions, including CRPS, fibromyalgia, and migraines. Many patients experience significant relief.
Get in Touch
Our Location
1953 San Elijo Ave Ste 200
Cardiff, CA 92007
Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: By appointment
Sunday: Closed
Ready to Start Feeling Like Yourself Again?
The first step is a free 15-minute call. No pressure. Just clarity.