Our services
Find your most grounded and joyful self with our thoughtful approach to psychiatry.
Founded by board-certified psychiatrist Peter Kass, M.D., Aspen Grove offers in-person and virtual psychiatry, talk therapy, ketamine-assisted therapy, and lifestyle support for adults and adolescents in San Diego.
Rooted in the philosophy that mental health is inseparable from your physical health and daily routines, our services are deeply collaborative and crafted for you and you alone.
Holistic psychiatry
Reach your mental health goals with a diverse range of holistic mental health services. From comprehensive assessments grounded in your experiences to tailored holistic practices, our approach to care is flexible, relational, and collaborative to support your individual needs.
- In-depth evaluation
- Collaborative treatment planning
- Medication support
- Talk therapy
- Lifestyle and habit support
- Mindfulness and somatic work
Talk therapy
Individual talk therapy provides a space for you to explore past experiences, change disruptive patterns of behavior, develop new coping methods, and better understand yourself.
For those experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, or relationship challenges, talk therapy can be highly supportive. We offer talk therapy for both patients interested in pursuing medications and those who aren’t.
- Psychodynamic therapy
- Parts work
- Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness
Ketamine-assisted therapy
Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic medication that, when paired with therapy, improves individuals’ emotional challenges.
Our ketamine-assisted talk therapy offers a guided, personalized approach for individuals interested in deepening their psychological understanding of themselves. Patients meet in advance of the session with Dr. Kass and then work together afterward to make meaning of the experience.
Please note: Not available for adolescents.
- Medical clearance and initial evaluation
- Preparation appointments
- Active medicine sessions
- Integration appointments
Collaboratively designed to help you make real progress.
While our services are flexible to support your growth and healing, we’re steadfast in how we show up for our patients each and every time.
Relational
Our relationship-centered approach meets you as a whole person — not just one symptom on a list — ensuring you feel heard and supported at every step.
Collaborative
Our patient-provider relationship is unwaveringly collaborative, helping you gather tools and strategies while recognizing you as the ultimate guide in your journey.
Holistic
We believe that mental health is inextricable from every other part of you. To us, holistic means considering and caring for every part of you — mind, body, and spirit.
We believe that effective, individualized treatment depends on collaborative conversations and a flexible model of care.
Because insurance companies hold psychiatrists to rigid, brief, and infrequent appointments, we’re intentionally out-of-network.
Phone
consultation
Complimentary
A brief, no-pressure call to get to know each other. We’ll learn more about what you’re looking for and help determine if our practice is a good fit.
If it’s not, we’ll guide you to other trusted providers.
Initial
evaluation
Adult evaluation
90 minutes
$825
Adolescent evaluation
90 minutes
$825
We’ll discuss your current symptoms, life experiences, mental health history, and medical history.
During adolescent evaluations, Dr. Kass will speak with both the patient and their parent/guardian.
Ketamine consultation
Adult evaluation
90 minutes
$750
We offer consultations for patients interested in ketamine-assisted therapy. We’ll discuss your current symptoms, mental health history, and medical history.
Dr. Kass will provide a report to you, your primary care doctor, therapist, and/or primary psychiatrist.
Ongoing care
Talk therapy +/-
medications
Adult talk therapy +/- medication
45 minutes
$325
Adolescent talk therapy +/- medication
45 minutes
$325
Through a range of different talk therapy modalities, work with Dr. Kass to address your mental health challenges. Talk therapy appointments will be weekly or biweekly.
Medication
management only
Adult evaluation
45 minutes
$425
25 minutes
$325
Adolescent medication management only
45 minutes
$425
25 minutes
$325
For individuals receiving talk therapy elsewhere, Dr. Kass provides medication management support.
Take your next step toward feeling whole, joyful, and fulfilled.
We’re here to support you on your journey. Book a 15-minute consultation with us to see if we’re a good fit for each other.
Frequently asked questions
No. Because Dr. Kass is licensed in California, patients must be physically located in California at the time of care.
No. Medication is one treatment option, but it’s never required. Some patients chose to incorporate it into their care, while others focus on therapy, lifestyle changes, and mindfulness. You are the leader of your own mental and emotional psyche. We’ll talk through what feels right for you.
Yes, absolutely. Many patients come specifically for therapy, deeper self-insight, and holistic support. Medication can be part of this work, but it doesn’t have to be.
Yes. For patients already working with a therapist, we offer medication-focused appointments and collaborate with your therapist as needed to make sure your care is aligned.
Yes, but not immediately. All patients begin with a comprehensive intake and several preparation sessions before moving into ketamine work. This is to ensure your safety during the session and create the best opportunity for you to gain valuable insight and healing.
Many ketamine clinics operate within a medical model, focused primarily on administering the medication. At Aspen Grove, we use ketamine as part of the broader therapeutic process. Our process includes: preparation sessions, a guided experience with your provider present, and integration sessions to help you process what emerges.
No. Ketamine is the only FDA-approved medicine for psychedelic therapy, so we do not offer therapy with other medicines. If a patient has had a psychedelic experience outside of our care and wants to make meaning of the journey, we’re happy to support the integration of psychedelic experiences during appointments.
No, we are an out-of-network practice. This allows us to offer longer, more personalized appointments and more flexible care. We’re happy to provide superbills for potential reimbursement.
Yes. We’re happy to discuss rate adjustments with you during your initial consultation call.