Testimonials & Reviews

Robert M.

Submitted 01/19/20

I have suffered from OCD (pure "O" - obsession - variety) and anxiety my entire life. I am in my mid 60s. After decades of trying different medications and therapies, after months of research I finally decided to try ketamine. In short, it was the most profound experience of my life (full disclosure -- it has only been a week and a half at this point). For the first time in memory I am able to tolerate my obsessive/ intrusive thoughts and concomitant anxiety. I've had three treatments (I have no plans at this point to do more). The first two were completely positive, simply amazing. Immediately after the first infusion I had much more clarity and acceptance of myself (which I was never able to achieve in therapy, sadly). At the tail end of the 3rd infusion I got pretty agitated and paranoid, but thanks to the caring staff, that passed in a few minutes. It (so far!) has changed my life. I've been working with my own CBT therapist (outside PAMB); I believe this is helping to cement my new insights and acceptance.

Luz D.

Submitted 10/11/19

Changed my whole damn life.

Trisha M.

Submitted 10/07/19

If I could give ten stars I would. I suffer from debilitating CRPS type 2 (most painful chronic disease known to medicine) from a botched foot surgery and was literally writhing in pain in tears for days during a flare (almost no medication helps this as it is nerve pain and not well understood). I had tried pain (3 hour) ketamine infusions before and they hadn't worked at all, but Dr. G got me in two subsequent days last minute, once for a short one then for FIVE HOURS that kept him at the office until 8pm on a Friday. He's beyond a doctor, he's a compassionate and wonderful human being. His staff is superb, office lovely, and everyone a delight. I'm back to the best I've felt, there's no cure so I live with high amounts of pain, but getting dressed and having dinner with my husband tonight for first time in weeks. Your health is worth every penny.

Rachel M.

Submitted 07/24/19

There are no words for how thankful I am for Dr. G. He and his treatment staff have truly changed my life for the better. From his methodical yet extremely caring nature to his sweet smile, Dr. G. is everything I could ever ask for in a member of my treatment team. Noelle, his nurse, is funny and a perfect stick at my IV every time. She takes great care of me during my infusions and knows how to make me laugh when I'm feeling down. Linda holds down the fort perfectly and is always careful to get me in at a time that impacts my work schedule the least. As someone with multiple serious medical conditions, I wish all of my medical teams were as awesome as Dr. G. and his crew!

Anonymous ..

Submitted 06/24/19

"...I was referred to Dr. Ghorieshi by my psychiatrist when yet another medication wasn’t doing enough, and I was barely existing. I was suffering, and the last thing I wanted or needed was some far off sliver of hope that I may eventually start to feel better gradually someday after trying several more medications...I needed help right then and there. That’s what Dr. Ghorieshi did. He understood, and he helped me right then. I went home and could enjoy things again! Music sounded good again. My grey life had colors again. I didn’t leave with the hope I’d feel better. I actually felt better when I left. I’m not sure I’d be here writing this now, over a year after completing 7 treatments with him, if I had not worked with him..."

Virginia M.

Submitted 05/09/19

I've seen A LOT of doctors lately for an autoimmune issue. A LOT. Endocrinologists, neurologists, gastrointestinal doctors, physical therapists, functional medicine doctors and ob/gyn. At best they are clinical and collaborative, at worst sociopaths, narcissistic mansplainers. Dr Ghorieshi is so much better than the best of these. His staff is efficient, kind, and capable. His demeanor is empathetic and calm. This might be my favorite office ever. It's also decorated in a lovely way that is so far from clinical.

Jess L.

Submitted 05/03/19

I am incredibly thankful to have found Dr G at Palo Alto Mind Body. I have refractory (treatment resistant) depression that had lingered for over 3 years, ptsd and a chronic nerve pain condition- I had become despondent and thought my life would never improve. I have tried many meds and therapy combos over the last 20 years but this depression was sticky and tough. IV infusion therapy absolutely saved my life. I have had ZERO (!!) intrusive thoughts since the FIRST infusion. I am above the depression for the first time in years, feel capable and functioning. I’ve experienced a drastic reduction in pain which was an unexpected bonus. I didn’t trust the first six weeks of feeling better because it was so drastic - but I am a few months from initial treatment and still feeling great. I am terrified of needles so this was a big leap of faith for me. Dr. G is warm, kind and funny, Nurse Noelle is a gem of a human being. If you are on the fence about seeking IV treatment, don’t be. Call them. It absolutely changed my life for the better.

Lynn M.

Submitted 05/02/19

Dr. Ghorieshi and nurse Noelle, through their compassion and ketamine I.v. injection treatments transformed my life. The first day I began treatment, I was suicidal to the point of life threatening, and I'd been feeling that way consistently for a decade minimum. I hadn't even realized how ill I was, because I had normalized my condition. Nothing! nothing at all, in terms of medication (which I had been on for 22 years), ever improved my condition. The side effects were horrifying, and I believe they actually made me more inclined to take my own life. I could barely get out of my bed, my body and mind were shut down. With the help of Dr. Ghorieshi and Noelle, I regularly laugh & smile after many, endless years of profound grief. My sense of humor, wit, confidence, ability to socialize (as opposed to isolate & withdraw) has returned. Now I assert myself, rather than submit to others preferences that had often made me uncomfortable. My body is experiencing sensations, that I have not known since my youth. I'm not perpetually living in extreme fear & dread. My hair is healthier and more full than it's been in years. Bottom line: as one who suffered from treatment resistant depression for most of my life, ketamine has liberated me from the shackles of despair and the inevitability of suicide. Ketamine is a miracle. My heartfelt gratitude to Linda, Dr. Ghorieshi, and Noelle.

Nick P.

Submitted 05/02/19

PTSD has been a very significant part of my life and a lot of the time it feels hopeless going through doctor to doctor, for the first time ever I feel like I finally got a treatment that is working. The I.V. Ketamine infusions provided by Dr. Ghorieshi and nurse Noelle have made an incredible improvement on my life. I was skeptical at first considering this is a treatment, like most treatments, don't immediately give you the wanted results but it really works and for the first time it actually feels like I can live life without taking pills with side effects every morning. Not only have they provided me a service that has changed my life, all of the staff are incredibly cooperative, intelligent, and nice. For an experience like Ketamine infusions, they are the best people to have around. The room they provide gives you an isolated space from patients setting up the illusion that you are the only one in the facility which provides a really nice comfortable anxiety free experience. In fact, the way the facility is set up you don't even realize there are other patients involved because of how comfortable the atmosphere is. Their scheduling and phone service has probably the most cooperative appointment coordinating team of all time because they are the only doctor I can reach instantly via text message and schedule appointments within seconds. I was also able to see them for an evaluation very quickly (within the week) as apposed to other Ketamine clinics which takes weeks to months. Overall, I'm recommending them to any friend or family member or even stranger who has had issues with previous treatments in the past. This place has made a significant improvement on my mental illness more than any psychiatrist could in my entire life. Thank you again, Dr Ghorieshi & Nurse Noelle.

Maria H.

Submitted 03/06/19

I have been suffering from deep depression, anxiety and PTSD for years. I have been treated by many different antidepressants, SSRIs, Wellbutrin, and even over the counters, like 5HTP with vitamins. I also did rTMS 2 times (30 sessions each); none of them worked. As I got older, I couldn’t cope with pressures of life. I wanted to be alive, but not like this. So, I did a lot of research and found out about Ketamine. I called many places in our area, include Palo Alto Mind Body. They are the Best by far. I talked to Linda there. she is amazing!! Very compassionate, as if she was feeling my pain. She answered all my questions, explained the whole thing to me in detail, and helped me feel at ease about getting treatment. I felt so good after my first Ketamine infusion. Last night was my 6th session, and let me tell you honestly, it is as if a massive heavy load has been lifted off my shoulders. I feel so much better. I think so much better. I am so much better! All my darkness is gone. I am so thankful for this place. It’s as if God has put Dr. Ghorieshi, his nurse, Noel, and his staff here on earth himself to help people like me. They saved my life.

Max A.

Submitted 02/13/19

Dr. Ghorieshi really helped me work through some challenges in 2018. I highly recommend.

Erin D.

Submitted 02/13/19

Since I have seen Dr. Ghorieshi, my life is so much better. I am feeling happier and more optimistic. I am enjoying my life again. He is very kind, knowledgeable and caring. As a concierge patient, he answers my calls at anytime, even on holidays. I really like him and recommend him to everyone. He is a bit more expensive and others out there, but worth it!

Jennifer Y.

Submitted 02/06/19

I showed up to Dr. Ghorieshi as such a mental and physical wreck. What started with a bad reaction to steroids for a sinus infection led to other doctors layering anti-anxiety meds and anti-depressants that I rapidly became dependent upon. I had been told by other physicians that since I don't have "an addictive personality," I could just stop meds at anytime with no problems. Absolutely not true, and my world came crashing down when I stopped them. A true Godsend, Dr. G tailored a custom withdrawal schedule and compounded a diazepam solution to taper me off at the pace that my body could tolerate (which for me, was very slow). He also was the only doctor to think of testing my vitamin levels. When many micronutrient deficiencies were detected, I replenished and had an easier go coming off of the prescriptive meds. Finally, all of the therapy during the process led to a rebirth in my interest in life, new direction, and much greater sense of happiness. I can't recommend this practice enough!

Joel W.

Submitted 02/05/19

Doc. G is one of the most caring medical providers I have ever experienced. I would highly recommend the doctor and his staff for the care you need. It has changed my life. Thank you doc.

D C.

Submitted 01/16/19

Dr. Ghorieshi is a great psychiatrist, goes above and beyond. The nurses and coordinators are absolutely wonderful. I highly recommend him to any consider Ketamine treatment. It has helped me tremendously.