Board-certified IV ketamine therapy just 10 minutes from Venice
MD-Supervised
2-Patient Maximum
Free Consultation
Venice residents looking for a new approach to treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, or chronic pain have a board-certified ketamine clinic just minutes away. Gateway Clinics is located at 1205 1/2 Montana Avenue in Santa Monica — a quick drive north from Venice along Main Street or Lincoln Boulevard.
Medical Director Dr. Adam Schenk, MD leads a care team that includes licensed therapists specializing in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Gateway Clinics maintains a two-patient maximum per session, ensuring the kind of one-on-one attention that makes a difference in treatment outcomes.
Ready to explore ketamine therapy?
Ketamine Therapy Services
Gateway Clinics provides comprehensive IV infusion services to Venice and all Westside neighborhoods:
- IV Ketamine Therapy — Targeted treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and chronic pain. Our 4-session, 2-week protocol achieves a 70-80% success rate based on clinical research.
- Vitamin IV Infusions — Choose from Immunity Booster, Beauty Booster, Hangover Recovery, and Multi-Vitamin formulations.
- NAD+ Therapy — Cellular repair and anti-aging infusions.
- Integration Therapy — Licensed therapists Ryan Brewer, LMFT and Beth Kadlec, LCSW help patients process their ketamine experiences and build lasting change.
Conditions We Treat
Venice patients come to Gateway Clinics for help with:
- Treatment-Resistant Depression — When standard antidepressants and therapy haven’t provided sufficient relief
- Anxiety Disorders — Generalized anxiety, panic attacks, social anxiety
- PTSD — Trauma-related stress, whether from a single event or chronic exposure
- Chronic Pain — Fibromyalgia, CRPS, nerve pain, and other persistent pain conditions
- Suicidal Ideation — Ketamine can rapidly reduce suicidal thoughts, often within the first session
Getting to Gateway Clinics from Venice
Our clinic is approximately 3 miles north of Venice. The most straightforward route is north on Main Street or Lincoln Boulevard, then west on Montana Avenue. Gateway Clinics is at 1205 1/2 Montana Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90403, in the heart of Montana Avenue’s shopping district.
The drive from Venice typically takes 10-15 minutes. Street parking is available along Montana Avenue, with additional lots nearby.
Why Venice Patients Choose Gateway Clinics
- MD-Supervised Care — Dr. Adam Schenk personally oversees every ketamine infusion
- Maximum Privacy — Only 2 patients treated at a time in a quiet, private setting
- High Success Rate — 70-80% of treatment-resistant depression patients see meaningful improvement
- Holistic Approach — Physician plus licensed therapists for mind-body integration
- Venice-Close — 10-minute drive up Main Street to Montana Avenue
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Gateway Clinics from Venice?
Gateway Clinics is about 3 miles north of Venice, approximately a 10-15 minute drive via Main Street or Lincoln Boulevard to Montana Avenue in Santa Monica.
What happens during a ketamine infusion session?
Each session begins with a vitals check and preparation with your care team. The IV ketamine infusion itself lasts 40-60 minutes, during which you relax in a comfortable setting while Dr. Schenk monitors your response. After the infusion, you’ll rest for 15-30 minutes before heading home. Plan for about 90 minutes total per visit, and arrange for someone to drive you home.
How soon will I feel results from ketamine therapy?
Many patients notice improvement in mood and reduction in symptoms within hours to days of their first infusion. Unlike traditional antidepressants that take 4-6 weeks to take effect, ketamine’s rapid action is one of its most significant advantages. The full 4-session protocol builds on these initial gains for lasting benefit.
How do I get started?
Call (424) 330-0000 to schedule a free consultation. During this visit, Dr. Schenk will review your history, answer your questions, and determine if ketamine therapy is a good fit. Most patients begin their first infusion within one week of the consultation.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Ready to explore whether ketamine therapy is right for you? Gateway Clinics offers free initial consultations for Venice residents and all Westside patients.
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Sun 11am-5pm