By Christopher Manson
Almost two years ago, childhood friends Diane Cooke and Melanie Yost brought Be Well Solutions and Complete Ketamine Solutions to the Destin community, and their partnership has been nothing short of amazing.
Combining Melanie’s extensive experience as a licensed clinical social worker with Diane’s business expertise, they have created a unique healing space dedicated to improving brain health and overall wellness.
Melanie, with more than 30 years of mental health experience in Virginia, first became aware of Ketamine treatments after a deeply personal tragedy. Six years ago, Diane’s 20-year-old son died from suicide, shattering her world. She was struggling to function.
After doing some research, she discovered Ketamine IV infusion therapy and its innovative use in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD and chronic pain. This therapy proved transformative for Diane, helping her re-engage in life and begin to work through her grief.
Two years later, Diane moved to Northwest Florida full time and discovered that the quality Ketamine treatments she was used to receiving weren’t readily available. She reached out to Melanie about the idea of combining their expertise and starting a clinic together.
They eventually purchased a Complete Ketamine Solutions franchise because of their superior protocols, the amazing clinical director, Clint Fletcher, CRNA, and Medical Director, Dr. Farago, as well as the ability to be a part of larger network with clinics located in Atlanta, Phoenix, Detroit, Nashville, Connecticut and other parts of Florida.
“Ketamine is an anesthesia that has been around for over 60 years. In the last 10-15 years, researchers began investigating its effectiveness in treating depression, anxiety, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and chronic inflammatory pain.
With more than 2000 research papers published, the success rate is 80-85%. That’s really exciting! We have many clients who have struggled with treatment resistant anxiety and depression for years and are now feeling better and getting their life back,” Melanie explains. “It’s so rewarding!”
Melanie’s dedicated team at Complete Ketamine Solutions includes three Nurse Practitioners and a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, all working closely to ensure the highest quality of care for clients.
One special member of the team is Marmaduke, a mixed-breed, rescue dog who provides comfort to clients. “Our clients love him. If I don’t bring him to work, people ask where he is. I even have people request that he be there on their treatment day,” says Melanie.
In addition to Ketamine infusion therapy, the clinic offers other innovative therapies geared to improving brain health and overall well-being, including mild Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, BEMER Therapy, NAD infusions and injections, and a medical weight loss program.
Melanie is deeply grateful for the support of the Destin community and other local businesses, and she remains committed to giving back. The clinic offers significant discounts for active and retired military personnel, first responders and even larger discounts for disabled veterans. “Our goal is to partner with our clients on their journey to healing and growth,” Melanie says.
“One thing that makes us unique is the consistent feedback from our clients that they feel listened to and cared for by our staff.”
As Melanie and Diane continue their mission, they are determined to help as many people as possible, offering a lifeline to those in need of healing through the transformative power of Ketamine and compassionate care.
Be Well Solutions/Complete Ketamine Solutions of Destin is located at 4641 Gulfstarr Dr., Suite 105 in Destin. Office hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; Saturdays by appointment only. Call 850.786.2051 or visit CompleteKetamineSolutions.com for additional information.
