Testimonials

I knew next to nothing about "Ketamine", but a trusted friend strongly encouraged me to try it. I have suffered from PTSD, Chronic Pain, and Depression for many years. Regular Cognitive Behavioral Therapy simply could not get me over the "hump", past the negative thoughts that would play criticism in my head. I cannot recommend Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy enough. Dr Rivas, Libby, Cindy and Ellie, the therapy dog provided a safe, calm environment for me to undergo Ketamine Infusions. I strongly believe in them and this type of therapy. I now feel like a young, carefree person with so much to look forward to. That negative loop that once played in my head is gone. A Big, Heartfelt, Sincere Thank You to Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy.

I was given a second chance at life. Thank you Dr. Rivas, Libby, Cindy and Ehli for the wonderful experience. I can not say enough about how amazing my journey has been. I have been suffering every second of every day from severe anxiety and catastrophic thoughts for over 20 years. I have tried every medication possible with little to no success. Until I tried the I.V. Ketamine treatment with Dr. Rivas I’ve never truly felt at peace, safe or this happy. My anxiety has gone from being all consuming to almost non existent. On my worst days my anxiety is completely tolerable and I have the tools to calm myself down. Tools I’ve had for years but prior to treatment never worked. I am forever grateful for the environment and opportunity that Dr. Rivas has brought to SLO. I have felt supported and informed every step of the way. Dr. Rivas is brilliant, informative and gentle with wonderful bedside manners. Libby is such a warm, calming and supportive presence who is there for you every step of the way. Cindy is so knowledgeable and kind. Ehli is just a furball of perfection who is there with snuggles when you need her. Short story long, My journey has been so incredibly healing. There are no words to truly describe this journey, however, I know it’s the best decision I’ve ever made.

I started looking into ketamine treatment back in December when my seasonal depression seemed to be out of all-time high and I didn’t know what else to do. I immediately found inner bloom and talked to Libby. She was such a ray of sunshine and was super understanding and helpful with me getting started with the process to be approved and to even figure out how to apply for CareCredit. Once I started and I got to meet Dr. Ray and Libby and sweet Ellie (The golden retriever therapy dog there) I didn’t feel so alone. Every step of the way I was made to feel comfortable and asked about how I was feeling and processing through things and every step of the way I felt heard. I can’t recommend inner bloom enough for anybody who is interested in ketamine infusion therapy.

I have had severe depression my entire life. I tried every medication and therapy I could. Nothing helped... and I felt like I would spend the rest of my life, stuck and in pieces. I was about to try electroshock therapy, when my psychiatrist suggested Ketamine Therapy at Innerbloom. It took a few visits for me to see progress in myself, but I see it now... and it's been life changing!If you've tried everything under the moon...and still nothing. Please give this a chance. I was ready to give up and now I'm glad I didn't. Thank you so much for waking me up Dr. Rivas, Libby & Sweet Ellie. I am forever grateful. ❤️

Dr. Ray & Libby are a wonderful team with your best outcome as their goal. This is not my first SPRAVATO clinic. But I found that I have made better strides in addressing my major depression disorder with Dr. Ray. They offer comfortable rooms for the treatment. A tablet and headphones are available, I prefer my own music.If you’re on the fence about ketamine treatments I believe Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy is a great place to take your first step towards healing.

I am filled with gratitude for my experience at Innerbloom. Healing from past trauma has been a part of my life for decades. Traditional therapy, bodywork, energy work, life coaching, and many, many books helped me to keep my head above water for a long time. I reached a point where the overwhelm and the intrusive thoughts were paralyzing, and all of the tools I had gathered over the years seemed far out of reach. From the very first ketamine infusion I felt like I had been set free. The calm and quiet in my head was something I never thought was possible. The guilt, the regret, the painful ache of emptiness just wasn't there. Now the work begins. I can use all of the tools I have gathered over the years to create, to heal, to release, and to savor each and every day. The team at Innerbloom provides a safe and nurturing environment. There is a gentle quiet from the moment you walk into the office. It feels like the healing process has already begun. Each step of the way is clearly communicated with enthusiastic and warm support. If you're thinking about ketamine therapy at Innerbloom, my recommendation is not to wait.

It’s been several weeks since I had my 6 ketamine treatments at Innerbloom and I am here to tell you that it works. For me, it’s like I got my whole self back, how I was BEFORE the trauma and abuse. It was like an unfolding of my true self. That’s the shortest version of how I can best explain what I experienced. But it’s not a one and done, which is another reason you need to go to Innerbloom for your ketamine treatments. The staff will be with you every step of the way, answer whatever questions you have and explain everything necessary for the best, most successful outcome. Getting ketamine treatments is an important decision that you can make for yourself, and your well being. You can trust Innerbloom’s treatments and staff. You don’t have to take my word for it though, I just hope by sharing my results, it’ll encourage someone who needs it to give them a call, so they can see and decide for themselves, and also to give Innerbloom’s staff an opportunity to help more people.

In the professional and caring hands of the InnerBloom staff, I derived great benefit from my series of IV treatments for my post-shingles pain and accompanying depression, both on the physical and emotional levels. Accompanied by psychotherapy, Ketamine therapy helped me reduce my physical pain to a manageable level as well as develop a new non-adversarial relationship with my pain. It has significantly improved my quality of life and facilitated my re-engagement with life with a re-wired brain. I’m so grateful!

I came to Innerbloom because I knew I was stuck in a rut. I could understand cerebrally how I had wired my brain to crave alcohol for almost every imaginable scenario… Had a hard day? A couple drinks will help. Something went right?? Time to celebrate! Cheers! Spending time with friends? Break the ice. Feeling bored or sad or mad? Feeling anything at all? You get the idea. My life was a minefield of triggers to drink. It was how I bribed myself to do chores I didn’t want to do. And my reward for completing a tough project or goal. And it didn’t seem like it was hurting anything… Objectively I was achieving at a relatively high level. I was getting promotions at work, had remodeled and flipped a home, got engaged in the Swiss alps and a destination wedding in Mexico, had a healthy baby boy and was starting to pursue getting my private pilots license… my health had even held up pretty well over 15 years of increasing alcohol abuse and dependence. Until it wasn’t. At 37 years old my bloodwork started coming back… not good. Scans confirmed fatty liver. Next stop psoriasis. I wasn’t being the type of father I wanted to be. I had a big fight with my wife…police were called, later I got served divorce papers. It was time to make a list of everything I owned, so it could be fairly divided. I was angry and at odds with my coworkers. Everything I had bottled up had been shaken, the cork had gone through the window, and there was a mess spilling out over my fingers and onto the floor. I started therapy. I could see where I had gone wrong… pushed myself too hard. Didn’t set boundaries with myself or with others. And worst of all, I was falling into relationship patterns I learned from my parents, ones I always swore I would do differently. Alcohol had been my crutch, had helped push down the self-doubt. The feeling that I was “Not Good Enough”. Alcohol had been my friend, my shoulder to cry on. Now I couldn’t see over the walls of the rut I had carved for myself… and self-doubt and “Not Good Enough” were leering down at me from above. How the hell was I going to get out of this one? I had lost everything before, but I had never had this much to lose. I needed a miracle. After my first treatment I knew something significant had changed in me. That’s right, after one treatment! I couldn’t believe it either. It felt like a weight had been lifted off of me. Feelings of guilt were replaced by worthiness. Sadness and anger with hope. Most importantly I didn’t have to argue with the persuasive little voice that told me I needed a drink. That just this time was ok. That I deserved it and needed it. That tomorrow and next time is when I’d make the big changes. That voice was silenced and for the first time I could hear my own inner voice… and with that came clarity of purpose. Dr. Rivas, Cindy and Libby all told me ketamine was not a miracle cure, and I know what they mean. You don’t just take the medicine and all your problems go away. You have to want it, you have to choose it, and you have to work at it. But for me having a choice was the miracle. I feel like I was given a clean slate, it’s as if Dr. Rivas reached down a helping hand to pull me out of the well worn caverns of my rut. And instead of having to contend with the leering face of “Not Good Enough” at the top, Cindy was there to show me a better way… How to take a new path. It’s been 30 days with no alcohol and I’m pretty sure I’m not going to choose to jump back in the hole because I simply don’t feel the compulsion anymore. The team is collectively compassionate and professional and knowledgeable and wise. They’ve clearly paid attention to every detail to help their patients have the best experience possible. Also they are healers and everything they do unequivocally shows they do everything they do to help people. To give them a chance and a choice. They may have saved my life and my marriage and my gratitude is immense. If you can relate to anything I’ve said here I would whole heartedly recommend you start this journey with the Innerbloom team.

I have delt with depression all of my life. I tried medication and therapy and nothing worked. I heard about Ketamine treatment and decided to give it a try. It literally changed how I viewed life. I found the will to live life. I now have started my journey in finding what makes me happy. I have the energy and desire to exercise. I want to go out and have new experiences. I get to rediscover who I really am. If you are lost in depression and want to give up I highly recommend trying this therapy first. Thank you so much for my new lease on life!

I've been taking anti depression pills for over 20 years and multiple anti anxiety pills always switching from one to the other, So I'd be the first one to say this doesn't work but it's the exact opposite!! I would give this place 10 stars if I could! After me first infusion I could tell this was a major breakthrough! I had so much hope and calming feelings it was unbelievable. I could go on and on with this medicine but It would be pages and pages of positive healing experiences. The doctor and his wife are an amazing team along with an amazing therapist that I continue to use and they have the most loving therapy dog too! I'm feeling so much better in a completely different position way!! Thanks again innerBloom!

My experience with Innerbloom was life changing. Dr Rivas, Libby, and Cindy, combined with the treatment and atmosphere, were extremely effective in helping me work through some past traumas that were resulting in high anxiety and body pain issues. Libby and Dr Rivas were very compassionate and thoughtful during the treatments and Cindy provided exceptional therapy and wonderful insights to help me with healing after each session. Combined, their treatment program resulted in big changes for me. I’m so grateful I found the them. I highly recommend Innerbloom if you’re looking for healing and help.

Dr. Rivas, Libby and Cindy are amazing! This was a life changing experience and I am so thankful for everyone's kindness during my treatment.

The space is beautiful, and the services were incredibly professional. Ray and Libby (and Eli the golden retriever) made me feel comfortable every step of the way. As someone who was nervous going in for the first time, I really appreciated how the clinic is run—it completely eased my fears and turned what could’ve been a scary experience into something truly helpful and enjoyable. The infusions have left a lasting impact, and I’m excited to go back again in the future. I highly recommend anyone on the fence to give it a try. Cindy was also fantastic. Great experience all around.

6 visits complete and I'm compelled to write this review because they deserve all the stars lol.So good! Professional, compassionate, kind hearted and extremely effective. Highly recommend. The lounge was always perfectly clean and smelled wonderful. Elly the golden retriever was so friendly and calming. This whole experience was beyond amazing and I am so glad I found innerbloom.

I had an absolutely amazing experience with Innerbloom! Dr. Rivas, Cindy, and Libby were incredibly kind, professional, and informative. From start to finish, I felt completely comfortable and well taken care of during every visit. I felt noticeable relief after my very first infusion. It has truly made a difference, and I would wholeheartedly recommend Innerbloom to my family and friends. A wonderful team and a truly transformative experience!

I was fortunate to do a full 6 sessions 2 years ago and it helped with my rumination about the past. Felt like a refresher and it has also helped my joint pain.

The staff was AMAZING!! I had no idea how much my life would be changed by going to Innerbloom for ketamine therapy but here I am as a walking testimony to what is possible for those willing to make the decision to change from the inside out. Thank you Innerbloom!!!! 💗💗💗

The staff here is absolutely amazing! They are knowledgeable, compassionate and supportive. Being the spouse of the patient, I had a different experience. My wife had tried so many different treatments that ultimately did not work. We had been researching ketamine treatment for a while and decided to try it…best decision ever!

After 20+ years of depression and anxiety medications that were no longer working or never really had worked correctly, I was at the end of my rope. I decided to try ketamine and it was exactly what I needed to help start turning myself around. It’s been nearly 3 months since my first of six infusions, and I wake up every morning filled with hope instead of dread, a feeling that I had become so unfamiliar with that it surprises me every day. I could go on and on but for the sake of brevity I’ll put it like this: my results have been subtle yet profound. I am so very grateful to Dr Rivas for bringing this therapy to our community. I highly recommend this treatment

Having ketamine therapy at Innerbloom is the best thing I've ever done for myself. I had hit a wall in therapy for cptsd and was having horrible nightmares that left me triggered and hysterical every morning. After one treatment the dreams shifted and became much less intense. I understood why I was having the dreams and what I needed to do to overcome my fears. After 6 treatments I was able to start taking on more responsibilities and getting back into the world. Libby and Dr. Rivas were wonderful and I felt safe and comfortable the whole time. Ellie the therapy dog was there for every session and she was so sweet and calming. Cindy the therapist was great too, so compassionate and wise. I'm so grateful for the whole experience and would reccomend it to anyone who wants to get to know themselves better!

My experience at Innerbloom was great. I thoroughly appreciated the pre and post sessions with Cindy (therapist), the manner of preparing for the infusion and experience with Dr. Rivas, and the setting they have curated. My experience was grounding, deeply insightful, and profound. I would highly recommend reaching out to Innerbloom to inquire about their offerings!

I would recommend Innerbloom to anyone. I did the infusions during a difficult and overwhelming time in my life and Dr. Rivas, Libby and Cindy made me feel cared for and comfortable. The infusions have changed my life for the better. I hope to continue to do booster infusions with this wonderful team.

What I found with the help from the team at Innerbloom is the propulsion I needed to help me move to the next stage of my psychological and spiritual development. I've studied philosophy, eastern and western religions, history and literature, yoga and meditation for decades, but due to my early, traumatic neural programming, I was only able to get so far in my pursuit of a more balanced temperament and harmonic alignment of my highest intentions . Due to the treatments with Dr. Rivas, augmented by the sessions with Cindy Nelson, I was able to overcome the neurological blocks that were prohibiting me from accessing the neural plasticity I needed to gain the perspective necessary to calm my mind, disassociate from my body, and establish a new foundation from which to continue the work of furthering my spiritual, psychological, creative and professional development.Make no mistake; Innerbloom does not offer a magic bullet. Simply a major boost forward, akin to years of therapy and meditation practice. At one point, I felt as if I was cheating, seeing and feeling the world, and my places in it as it is seen only by those who have spent decades calming the chatter of the mind and reaching out with the heart. I now know that my experience with Innerbloom has provided me with a bridge across a divide I was born into, and the inspiration and motivation to want to build upon the advancement, live an example of what's possible, ,and share the gift with all those who are ready to hear it.I can't think of a person in the world that wouldn't benefit, on some level, from what Innerbloom has to offer.

The space felt welcoming and safe each step of the process. The people were inviting and professional and I think they were a big part of the reason my ketamine session felt so fruitful. Shut up and try it.

I had read about the benefits of the increased plasticity of the brain that can be gained from legal ketamine therapy, and decided to try it. I was not dealing with depression, anxiety, or other strong emotional issues, but I have read about how ketamine can have significant benefits for people dealing with such issues. Also I had a friend who had done treatments and he had found it positive.I did the 6 infusion treatment and the experience was like nothing I've experienced before. I conclude that the treatment is very beneficial. The treatment is helping me see things from wider perspectives and think more calmly about issues which tended to be stressful. Dr. Rivas operates a very professional and compassionate operation and is someone I would trust highly.

I really enjoyed and benefited from my experience at Innerbloom. Dr. Rivas, Libby, and Cindy were all exceptional; very kind and compassionate, knowledgeable, and always professional. The environment was welcoming, nurturing, and comfortable. The infusions provided me with a spatial consciousness and freeing experience from my usual feelings, judgments, and perceptions. These experiences made me aware of a healing space that I return to when my depression and anxiety are present. I am confident that by applying this newfound awareness and understanding, I will ultimately overcome any obstacles in my life. I deeply thank Dr. Rivas and his team at Innerbloom for providing me this opportunity and highly recommend their outstanding services.

I would like to let everyone know that the Innerbloom experience was one of the most amazing experiences I have ever had the pleasure of being a part ofIt has made many positive changes in my journey to sobrietyI can’t say enough about the positive attitude and professionalism and work ethic of Dr. Ray RivasAnd Libby and Eli are irreplaceable teammatesI also had a fantastic experience with Cyndy on the therapy side of things. She was absolutely amazing.I would highly recommend the Innerbloom experience to anyoneI will actually miss them, and I consider them friends

I recently had an incredibly powerful experience with Innerbloom. Dr.Ray and Libby were very welcoming and knowledgeable - I felt comfortable and supported going into treatment. During my journey I was in a comfortable chair with a cozy blanket and guided by beautiful music. They were both in the room with me and that felt really safe. I had been struggling with how much fear can take over the way I live my life and all the decisions that I make. I was able to dive so deep into my heart that I felt my heart energy in every cell of my body. I was shown that I have nothing to fear and that everything is unfolding just as it needs to. I left Innerbloom feeling deeply connected and heart centered. I am excited to continue integrating my experience and seeing how everything unfolds. I am so grateful for my experience with Dr. Ray and Libby - thank you!!!!!

My experience at innerbloom has been such a blessing. Dr. Ray and Cindy Nelson have created a space to look inward and heal emotionally, spiritual, and physically. The infusions are gentle yet incredibly moving and profound. Each infusion built upon the last. They gave me the chance to take apart my traumatic memories from a healthy and balanced mind. They transformed my inner dialogues and allowed a more positive outlook to grow. They gave me a restored faith in the benevolence of the universe and an understanding that my difficulties are an opportunity to develop more acceptance and wisdom. I feel confident that the beneficial changes are long lasting and will continue to unfold into the future.It takes a little courage to look inside ourselves and there are challenging moments, but at Innerbloom you are completely supported every step during the process. It truly is a healing journey and I can't think of a better place and group of professionals to go on it with.

I had a great experience at Innerbloom. The team there Dr. Rivas, Cindy, and Matt were all very responsive and flexible to accommodate scheduling needs. All questions and concerns were addressed prior to the first treatment. Everything was very organized and well set up. During the treatments I felt very comfortable and taken care of as Dr. Rivas is with you the entire session. I highly recommend Innerbloom!

This is something that I had spent a few years researching prior to giving it a shot. I have a background as both a Veteran and prior Paramedic. I have tried several different approaches to addressing mental health with varying success.After my treatment here I can say this was likely the most improvement I have experienced. This is only my experience, and everyone will respond differently. What I can say confidently is that Innerbloom has an excellent process with a great environment. I felt safe, comfortable, and well-educated prior to treatment with the correct expectations.If this is something you are considering, I'd highly recommend that you reach out and talk about your situation.

Professional, helpful, and profound. I reflect on those treatments with sincere gratitude for the insight and perspective they offered me. I continue to appreciate Inner Bloom, Ray, and Cindy, and so grateful for the quality of service they are offering our community.

Very healing space and loved working with Dr. Rivas and Cindy Nelson,LMFT. I was comfortable with the process and their skills and am so glad I was able to experience Ketamine this way. I believe in the healing of psychedelic assisted therapies and this was a great place to have this opportunity.

Life changing experience! Suffered with depression and stuck in life! Dr. Rivas and Cindy Nelson were amazing! They explained the process and were there every step! Also Eli’s presence was full of love! With the ketamine and therapy I feel great and I’m on a path of healing!

Aside from pleasant and enjoyable, my experience with Innerbloom was truly exceptional. Dr. Rivas is knowledgeable, professional, and inviting. His clinic is warm and welcoming and I felt comfortable throughout the entire infusion. If you have considered Ketamine therapy, but have felt any hesitation about how Ketamine can help, I would highly recommend Innerbloom and their staff. They will walk you through every step of the way.

I just finished my 6th infusion. It has been a life changing experience! I’ve suffered from depression and anxiety, but I really feel a difference since I started the infusions. I love Dr. Rivas so caring and knowledgeable about the process. I also love Cindy my therapist, amazing and again so knowledgeable, just so positive and so helpful with my after care! I highly recommend Innerbloom and Dr. Rivas! Life changing!

I am very fortunate to have found Innerbloom. I completed six infusions with psychotherapy and have had a highly positive experience. Dr. Rivas is a skilled guide, the environment down to the smallest detail is perfect and Cindy Nelson is a perceptive and helpful therapist. Overall Innerbloom is outstanding.

After struggling with Adrenal Fatigue for several years, my doctor suggested I try Ketamine therapy. Not knowing anything about it, I did my research and found Dr. Rivas and Innerbloom.What an amazing experience! Dr. Rivas’ compassion and skill helped to guide my recovery quickly and comfortably. Any initial hesitation was quickly put at ease by Dr. Rivas’ gentle caring manner. He clearly explained the process and let me know that he would be in the room with me through the entire journey.Through my work at Innerbloom, my healing has reached new levels and I am once again feeling happiness, joy, and calm energy.I would highly recommend Dr. Rivas and Innerbloom.

What an incredible experience! The doctor and counselor here are excellent facilitators, in whom you can place your trust. Everything will be taken care of. A transformative healing location, very grateful.

Since Ketamine Therapy, is difficult to do “out of town” the county is fortunate to have this local clinic. Innerbloom offers a professional safe place that is easy to access with parking within steps to the clinic.My treatment was to alleviate lifelong anxiety and depression. And to my surprise the my overall effect seems to have lifted my spirit and allowed me to “reconsider” my life choices. There is a highly accomplished therapist to work with to help discuss issues who is extremely helpful.The experience with this team is beyond pleasant, doesn’t fell like a doctors office. Dr Revis is with you the entire time of the infusion which is hugely comforting. He is gentle and a caring person.There is also a calm office and a comfortable area for your driver to wait during the procedure. I can’t imagine a better environment.

I would highly recommend Innerbloom to anyone on the Central Coast who is considering a ketamine experience. In addition to being professional and knowledgeable, Dr. Ray Rivas and Nina were both incredibly kind, reassuring, and soulful. For anyone who might have a bit of trepidation about trying something new and different, one couldn’t ask for better supportive companions. I would also recommend seeing Cindy Nelson, who I found to be insightful and deeply positive. All in all, I couldn’t rate Innerbloom any more highly, and it doesn’t surprise me that they get such consistent glowing reviews; the staff are competent professionals and lovely human beings.

Before coming into IKT for treatment I was suffering from extreme anxiety. My anxiety was interrupting my sleep, affecting my appetite and stoping me from being fully present to enjoy my life. I’ve tried multiple herbal formulas, CBD, prescriptions, exercise regularly, eat healthy and practice yoga/meditation but sometimes that doesn’t cut it and I need more support. . I have found ketamine to be extremely effective in the treatment of my anxiety the past couple years and I was over the moon when IKT opened their doors to the community.Dr Rivas and his staff were friendly, welcoming and fully explained the procedure. The clinic was clean yet not sterile and had wonderful touches that made me feel comfortable.The effects of the ketamine were felt immediately and carried me through the rest of the day with ease. I was able to gather some new insights during my treatment and apply the changes and adjustments I needed to make in my life the weeks following the treatment. As a Doctor of Chinese Medicine I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending IKT and Dr. Rivas to anyone considering treatment.

If this type of therapy is something you’re considering, I can assure you that it is 110% worth trying at Innerbloom.Ray, Nina and Ellie were professional, kind and understanding every step in the process. The facilities are clean, warm and comfortable. I did not know what to expect going into this, but I know they exceeded anything I could have imagined.I cannot recommend this facility and treatment enough to anyone who thinks this would benefit themselves. Thank you Innerbloom for a fantastic experience!!!

I am so thankful to the team at Innerbloom for bringing ketamine, a cutting-edge treatment option, to the Central Coast.The whole team at Innerbloom Ketamine Therapy went above and beyond to ensure that I had a positive experience. The atmosphere is inviting and everyone is genuine and patient.Ketamine was definitely uncharted territory so I was cautiously optimistic about how ketamine could help improve my daily life. Dr. Rivas' focus on a holistic approach including ketamine infusions, psychotherapy, and cultivation of healthy habits went a long way to allay my fears. Dr. Rivas is confident about how ketamine can help improve people's mental health while also acknowledging that it is only part of the process. Ketamine definitely provided that 'extra something' that helped me experience relief from debilitating anxiety.