Daydream MD - Ketamine Therapy San Diego

“My time at Daydream MD was one of the most meaningful experiences of both my clinical training and personal growth journey. As a PMHNP student, I came into this practicum hoping to strengthen my psychotherapy skills, but I left with so much more. Daydream MD offers a rare combination of clinical excellence, integrative healing, authenticity, and genuine human connection. The providers and mentors create an environment where patients are treated with deep compassion and respect, while students are encouraged to grow not only as clinicians, but as whole human beings. During my training, I gained invaluable experience in ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, trauma-informed care, grounding techniques, breathwork, emotional integration, and therapeutic presence. But beyond the clinical education, I experienced what it truly means to “hold space” for others in a safe, healing, and compassionate way. The atmosphere at Daydream MD is unlike any clinical environment I’ve experienced in my nearly 30 years in healthcare. There is intention behind everything they do, from the way patients are welcomed, to the mindfulness woven into treatment, to the genuine support offered to students. I will forever be grateful for the mentorship, wisdom, encouragement, and kindness I received here. What began as a preceptorship evolved into meaningful lifelong connections and deep personal inspiration. If you are a future NP student looking for a practicum site that values both evidence-based psychiatric care and holistic healing, Daydream MD is truly something special. Thank you, Daydream MD, for helping shape not only the future of mental health care, but the hearts of those privileged enough to train beside you.”

“I had a wonderful experience with Daydream! From the moment I first contacted them, I experienced exceptional service and care. First, I went through an intake process to determine whether I was a good candidate or not. I appreciated that they took the time to thoroughly research the answer to that question. I felt cared for in a way I have never felt with any other health professional in my over 40 years of life. Next, once discovering I was a good candidate, Daydream paired me with an incredible therapist. I had five virtual sessions where I was prepared for experiencing the medicine, was aided in setting intentions for healing, and was guided through my past with careful precision. I never knew therapy could be so incredible until Daydream! My therapist met me at the office for my first IV session. It was a nice clean room for a single patient. My vitals were checked, and I was ready to go. The medicine itself was an out of body experience unlike anything I’d ever experienced before. When I finished my journey, I noticed some changes immediately. The first change was that I could breathe easier than before the medicine. The second was that my mind was quiet in a way it has NEVER been. The third was that my physical pain, which was consistent and substantial before the medicine, was entirely eliminated. The best I can explain is that I got separation from the consequences of the traumas I experienced with this medicine. I got to experience what life would be like had I not experienced my traumas. My therapist guided me through reflections of my experience and encouraged me to engage in integration activities like yoga and breath work after the medicine treatment. I’ve been able to maintain this new way of being that was activated via the medicine, and I am thrilled with the results. If you are interested in thoughtful care by experts who understand the healing work they’re doing, Daydream is for you. If you’re someone who has tried other therapies that haven’t worked, this is a good option to check out. Their doctors and staff are excellent, and you won’t be disappointed!”

“I recently completed my psychotherapy clinicals with Daydream MD, and it was an incredibly valuable and enriching experience as a PMHNP student. My main preceptor, Lisa, was extremely supportive throughout my entire clinical rotation. I learned a great deal from observing her psychotherapy sessions, and I truly appreciated the guidance and encouragement she always offered. I also gained a much deeper understanding of ketamine-assisted psychotherapy from the engaging lectures and teachings by Sam and Lisa. The whole Daydream MD team created a welcoming learning environment. Therapists like Kelly, Christina, and Adriana were all supportive and approachable, always happy to share their knowledge and experiences. The nursing staff, Erica, Brooke, Sarah, and many others, were just as warm and friendly. I especially valued the chance to observe both IV individual ketamine therapy and group IM ketamine therapy, which gave me valuable clinical insights into this evolving area of psychiatric care. As an inpatient psychiatric nurse with a decade of experience, I'd say what really stood out most about Daydream MD was the perfect mix of professionalism and comfort. The environment is highly informative and educational, yet also calm, relaxing, and centered around patient care. A big thank you to Jammie for helping coordinate my clinical schedule and making everything run smoothly and efficiently. I’m also very grateful to Dr. Azam and the entire team at Daydream MD for encouraging students to attend events and networking opportunities that help support our professional growth. This experience has broadened my perspective on integrative psychiatric care and will definitely influence my future practice as a PMHNP. I’m so grateful for everything I learned during my time there. If you’re a mental health practitioner, student, or simply someone interested in ketamine therapy and integrative mental health treatments, I highly recommend Daydream MD for both learning and care.”

“I don’t have adequate words to describe my appreciation and gratitude towards Lisa McJunkin and the entire Daydream MD staff. Lisa’s entire process of executive coaching combined with assisted ketamine therapy is invaluable. Working with Lisa has been life-changing and one of the best decisions I have ever made. In fact, I relocated to the San Diego area for a few months specifically to work with her. Important to note - I kept rewriting this review because I wanted the perfect words to convey just how special working with Lisa has been. Hopefully I have done that. Do yourself a favor, invest in this life-changing therapy, and work with Lisa!”