5 Consecutive Years
Ketamine Treatment in St. George, Utah — For the Life You Deserve to Get Back
If you're living with depression, PTSD, anxiety, or chronic pain that hasn't responded to other treatments — you're not out of options. IV ketamine therapy helps approximately 70% of patients find relief, often within hours of their first infusion. You've tried everything else. This is different.
Your Free Consultation
No pressure. No obligation. Just honest answers about whether ketamine could help you.
Your information is private and HIPAA-protected. Shannon personally responds to every inquiry.
one more time — you're not alone.
You've sat in waiting rooms. You've filled prescriptions that took weeks to work — or didn't work at all. You've dealt with side effects that made you feel worse, not better. And through all of it, you've kept going. That takes incredible strength. Ketamine therapy works differently than anything you've tried before. It doesn't take weeks. It doesn't numb you. And for approximately 70% of patients, it provides the relief that other treatments couldn't.
See if Ketamine Is Right for YouIf This Sounds Like Your Life,
Ketamine May Help
You don't have to keep suffering through treatments that aren't working. Ketamine is effective for up to 70% of patients with these conditions — often when nothing else has helped.
Treatment-Resistant Depression
You've tried antidepressants — maybe two, maybe five — and you still wake up feeling the same. Ketamine targets a completely different system in your brain, and relief can come within hours, not weeks.
Learn More →PTSD
The flashbacks. The hypervigilance. The feeling that your nervous system never turns off. If you're living with PTSD that hasn't responded to therapy or medication, ketamine can help quiet the noise — often within your first infusion.
Learn More →Clinical Anxiety
When the tightness in your chest never fully goes away, and the constant worry makes it hard to be present with the people you love — you deserve more than "managing symptoms." You deserve relief.
Learn More →CRPS (Complex Regional Pain)
If you're living with CRPS, you know that most people — even some doctors — don't fully understand your pain. Ketamine is one of the most effective treatments for CRPS, with some patients experiencing relief lasting months.
Learn More →Chronic Migraines
You've canceled plans. You've missed work. You've spent days in dark rooms waiting for it to pass. If preventive medications and triptans aren't giving you your life back, it's time to consider something different.
Learn More →Postpartum Depression
This was supposed to be the happiest time of your life — and instead, you're struggling. You're not a bad mother. You're not broken. Ketamine's rapid relief means you don't have to wait weeks to start feeling like yourself again.
Learn More →Your Brain Can Heal.
Ketamine Helps It Get There Faster.
Unlike traditional antidepressants that take weeks to work and target serotonin, ketamine works on the glutamate system — your brain's most abundant neurotransmitter — to rapidly repair the neural connections that depression, trauma, and chronic pain have damaged.
A Different Pathway Than Anything You've Tried
If antidepressants haven't worked for you, it doesn't mean you can't be helped. It means those medications were targeting the wrong system. Ketamine works on the glutamate system — a completely different mechanism — which is why it helps people who've failed other treatments.
Your Brain Starts Rebuilding Itself
Ketamine promotes neuroplasticity — it helps your brain repair damaged neural connections and form new, healthy pathways. This is why so many patients describe feeling like a fog has lifted. Your brain isn't broken. It just needs the right help.
You'll Feel It Working — Not Side Effects
Side effects are mild and temporary, wearing off within two hours. No weight gain. No sexual dysfunction. No emotional numbing. Just a gentle treatment administered by a physician who has used ketamine safely for over 25 years.
See How Ketamine Is Helping People
Just Like You
These videos explain how ketamine therapy works and why it's changing the way we treat depression, PTSD, and chronic pain. Understanding the science can help you make an informed decision about your care.
You Deserve to Feel Like Yourself Again
Your free consultation is a conversation — not a commitment. Ask questions, share your story, and find out if ketamine therapy could be the turning point you've been looking for.
When You Walk Through Our Door,
You're Not a Number
You've probably had medical experiences where you felt rushed, unheard, or like just another patient on the schedule. That's not what happens here. At Desert Sands, your care is personal, your treatment is customized, and you'll know your doctor by name.
Your Doctor Is in the Room
Every single infusion is supervised by Dr. Eric Evans — a board-certified anesthesiologist who has used ketamine in medical practice for 25+ years. You won't be handed off to a nurse practitioner or a PA. You'll have a physician who knows your name, your history, and your goals.
Your Privacy Is Protected
You'll never share a treatment space with another patient. Your infusion happens in a completely private room with a zero-gravity recliner, warm lighting, and your choice of music or 4K visual experiences. This is your time.
Your Treatment Is Customized
Dr. Evans personally calibrates every infusion protocol based on your weight, your medical history, and your real-time response. There is no cookie-cutter dosing here — because you're not a cookie-cutter patient.
Your Comfort Comes First
Shannon Evans — our Clinical Nursing Director with 28 years of experience — designed every detail of the patient experience. From your first phone call to your post-treatment follow-up, you'll feel genuinely cared for.
Your Community Trusts Us
Five consecutive Best of Southern Utah awards don't happen by accident. They happen because real patients — people just like you — had experiences worth telling others about. Their trust is our greatest accomplishment.
Your Budget Matters to Us
At $375 per infusion, your treatment costs significantly less than the Utah average of $500–$800. Because the cost of feeling better shouldn't be a barrier. CareCredit financing is available to help make treatment accessible for you.
You'll Know Your Doctor by Name.
And They'll Know Yours.
Eric and Shannon Evans aren't just medical professionals — they're a husband-and-wife team who built Desert Sands because they believe you deserve better care than what's currently available. They live here. Their family is here. And your wellbeing is personal to them.
When you're in the treatment room, Dr. Evans is the physician supervising your care. He graduated from the University of Utah School of Medicine, completed his residency at Wake Forest University — where his peers elected him Chief Resident — and has spent 25 years as a board-certified anesthesiologist. He's administered ketamine safely in operating rooms, trauma bays, and pain clinics throughout his career. His expertise with this medication is unmatched in the region, and he brings all of it to your treatment.
Shannon is the first voice you'll hear when you call, and the person who'll check on you after every treatment. With 28 years of nursing experience — from ICU and bone marrow transplant units at Wake Forest to acute pain management at Dixie Regional — she understands what you need to feel safe: genuine warmth, clear answers, and a space that doesn't feel clinical. Shannon designed every detail of the patient experience because she believes you deserve to feel cared for, not processed.
"I was desperate for help with my depression, anxiety, PTSD and hemiplegic migraines. The staff are unbelievably gentle, empathetic, and kind. They exude compassion. The treatments have changed my life. I truly encourage anyone dealing with depression and suicidal ideation to give this a try. You will be surprised how quickly you will heal. Thank you, Desert Sands, for giving me my life back."
Read More Patient Stories →The Cost of Feeling Like Yourself Again
Should Be Within Reach
You shouldn't have to choose between your wellbeing and your budget. Our pricing is among the lowest in Utah — significantly below the state average of $500–$800 per infusion — because access to effective treatment shouldn't depend on your bank account.
Includes your comprehensive evaluation with Dr. Evans and a treatment plan personalized to your specific needs.
Among the most affordable ketamine infusions in the entire state of Utah. Every session includes private room, physician supervision, and full monitoring.
Flexible financing so you can start treatment now. We'll also provide insurance documentation for potential reimbursement — at no extra charge.
What You
Need to Know
Have a question not listed here? Call (435) 522-5190 — Shannon personally responds to every call.
How do I know if ketamine is right for me?
If you've tried at least one antidepressant or pain medication without adequate relief, you may be a candidate. Your free consultation is exactly for this — a no-pressure conversation where Dr. Evans reviews your history and helps you understand your options. There's no commitment required.
How quickly will I feel a difference?
Many patients notice improvement within hours of their first infusion. This is dramatically faster than traditional antidepressants, which can take 4–8 weeks. A typical initial series involves six infusions over 2–3 weeks, with ongoing maintenance as needed.
Is it safe? What will the experience feel like?
Yes. Ketamine has been used safely in medicine for over 50 years, and every infusion at Desert Sands is supervised by a board-certified anesthesiologist. During your infusion, you'll be in a private room in a zero-gravity recliner. Most patients describe the experience as deeply relaxing. Side effects are mild and typically resolve within two hours.
How much does it cost, and can I afford it?
Your first infusion is $425, and each subsequent session is $375 — significantly below Utah's average of $500–$800. We accept cash, credit cards, and HSA, and we offer CareCredit financing. We also provide all documentation for insurance reimbursement at no additional charge.
What if I'm nervous or scared about trying this?
That's completely normal — and you're not alone. Most of our patients felt the same way before their first visit. Shannon will walk you through every step, answer every question, and make sure you feel completely comfortable before, during, and after treatment. You're in the safest hands possible.
Where are you located and what are your hours?
We're at 965 E 700 S, Suite 201, St. George, UT 84790 — with free parking and ADA accessible entrance. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM. We serve patients from across Southern Utah, Las Vegas, Cedar City, and surrounding communities.