Ketogenic Therapy Assessment
The Ketogenic Therapy Assessment is the starting point for individuals interested in exploring ketogenic therapy as a treatment for mental health conditions. This comprehensive evaluation is designed to determine whether ketogenic therapy is appropriate, safe, and likely to benefit you based on your medical history, psychiatric symptoms, current treatments, and metabolic health.
Rather than assuming ketogenic therapy is the right approach for everyone, our interdisciplinary team carefully evaluates each person to ensure recommendations are evidence-informed and individualized.
What to Expect During Your Assessment
During your assessment, you will complete detailed health and nutrition questionnaires and meet with both a psychiatric provider and a ketogenic therapy dietitian for comprehensive 60-minute evaluations. Together, they will review your mental health history, medical conditions, medications, nutrition, lifestyle, and treatment goals.
To better understand your metabolic health and nutritional status, the assessment also includes approximately $600 worth of specialized laboratory testing, including metabolic, cardiovascular, glycemic, and micronutrient markers.
You’ll also receive a comprehensive body composition and bone density (DXA) scan, valued at approximately $400, along with baseline measurements including height, weight, and blood pressure.
Your Personalized Report
Following your assessment, our clinical team reviews all findings together and prepares a personalized report summarizing:
- Your clinical assessment and metabolic profile
- Whether ketogenic therapy is recommended for you
- Any preparation needed before starting treatment
- Alternative metabolic interventions if ketogenic therapy is not the best fit
- Our recommended MH² treatment pathway and level of support
Our goal is to ensure that every patient begins treatment with a clear understanding of both the potential benefits and the considerations unique to their situation, allowing us to develop the safest and most effective plan for long-term success.