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Celebrating 7 Years of Meaningful Journeys
Seven years ago, our founder, John M. Thurston, MD , had his first ketamine journey. That single infusion in 2019 didn’t just change how he felt – it changed the entire direction of his career and, eventually, the lives of many of our patients. After his own treatment, Dr. Thurston felt called to understand how to get the most out of ketamine therapy, not just as a medication, but as a deeply meaningful experience. He began offering ketamine treatments in his private clinic a
Shania Rupinski
Dec 31, 20253 min read
Step-by-Step Guide to a Safe Ketamine Therapy Visit in Coeur d’Alene
Starting a new treatment can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to ketamine infusion therapy . At North Idaho Ketamine & TMS ,...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 8, 20253 min read
CTK Therapy: Combining Ketamine and TMS for Better Results in Coeur d’Alene
Mental health care is entering a new era of innovation, and for patients who have struggled to find lasting relief, CTK therapy is...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 6, 20253 min read
Mental Health Innovation in North Idaho: Combining Treatments for Better Results
Mental health care is advancing rapidly, and patients in Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho now have access to innovative treatments that...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 6, 20253 min read
Ketamine vs. Traditional Antidepressants: Effectiveness and Speed
For decades, antidepressant medications have been the first line of treatment for depression and related mood disorders. While these...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 6, 20253 min read
Everything You Need to Know About How Ketamine Therapy Works
Ketamine therapy is transforming the way we approach mental health and chronic pain treatment. Once known primarily as an anesthetic,...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 6, 20253 min read
How Advanced Treatments Like TMS and Ketamine Are Changing Mental Health Care in North Idaho
Mental health care is evolving, and residents of Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho now have access to treatments that were once considered...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 6, 20253 min read
Suicidal Ideation: Emerging Hope Through Ketamine or TMS Therapy
Experiencing thoughts of hopelessness or suicidal ideation can be overwhelming, but it is important to know that help and hope are...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 6, 20253 min read
Fibromyalgia and Ketamine: How It’s Helping Patients in North Idaho
Fibromyalgia can make even simple daily tasks feel overwhelming. From widespread pain and fatigue to sleep disturbances and brain fog,...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 6, 20253 min read
Anxiety Treatment That Works: TMS Options in Coeur d’Alene
Anxiety disorders can feel overwhelming, interfering with work, relationships, and everyday life. For many Coeur d’Alene residents,...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 5, 20253 min read
Managing Chronic Pain in North Idaho: How Ketamine Therapy Helps
Living with chronic pain can make even simple daily activities feel overwhelming. For many residents of Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho,...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 5, 20253 min read
TMS Therapy for OCD: Local Treatment Insights
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be incredibly disruptive, affecting daily routines, relationships, and overall quality of life....
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 5, 20253 min read
Ketamine for PTSD: What Coeur d’Alene Patients Are Reporting
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can deeply impact quality of life, relationships, and overall well-being. Traditional treatments...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 5, 20253 min read
Combined TMS and Ketamine (CTK) Therapy for Veterans and First Responders in Coeur d’Alene
For veterans and first responders living in Coeur d’Alene and across North Idaho, conditions like PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI),...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 5, 20253 min read
Why Coeur d’Alene Residents Prefer TMS for Anxiety and Depression
For many residents of Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho, living with anxiety or depression can feel overwhelming, especially when traditional...
John M. Thurston, MD
Oct 5, 20253 min read
Top Clinics in Coeur d’Alene Offering Ketamine and TMS: A Patient Guide
For residents of Coeur d’Alene and North Idaho, finding the right clinic for ketamine therapy or Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)...
John M. Thurston, MD
Sep 25, 20253 min read
Your Insurance and Ketamine + TMS in Idaho: What You Need to Know
Understanding insurance coverage for mental health treatments can feel complicated, especially when you are considering innovative...
John M. Thurston, MD
Sep 24, 20253 min read
Ketamine vs. TMS vs. Medication for Depression in North Idaho
For many people living with depression, finding the right treatment can be challenging. Medications may help some patients, but others...
John M. Thurston, MD
Sep 24, 20253 min read
Ketamine Infusion Therapy Near Me: What to Expect at North Idaho Ketamine & TMS
If you have been searching for ketamine infusion therapy near you, you are not alone. For many people living with depression, anxiety,...
John M. Thurston, MD
Sep 22, 20253 min read
TMS Therapy in North Idaho: How It’s Helping Residents Find Relief
For many people living with depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD, traditional treatments like medication and talk therapy don’t always...
John M. Thurston, MD
Sep 22, 20253 min read
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