Looking for a Nue Life alternative?

Nue Life has closed its doors. If you were a Nue Life patient, or were considering them, here is a physician-led at-home ketamine option with the same convenience and a clear path to continue your care.

Physician-Led
Treatment Model
KetAI
Session Technology
Affordable
Pricing
FL & NJ
Local Expertise

If you were a Nue Life patient

Nue Life Health is no longer operating, which left many patients in the middle of treatment without a provider. If that is you, the most important thing is continuity: getting back on a safe, supervised ketamine protocol with a physician who can pick up where you left off. Tovani Health is a physician-led at-home ketamine practice serving Florida and New Jersey, and the model will feel familiar. A real medical evaluation, a prescription filled by a licensed US compounding pharmacy, and at-home sublingual sessions. The difference is who manages your care day to day.

  • Bring your history: prior doses, what worked, and any side effects help us resume safely
  • A board-certified physician (Dr. Ben Soffer, DO) personally evaluates and manages your treatment
  • At-home sublingual sessions, the same format most telehealth ketamine programs used
  • Licensed US compounding pharmacy, transparent pricing, no surprise program fees
  • Start with a five-minute eligibility check to see whether at-home treatment is right for you

Physician-Led Treatment vs Health Coaching Model

The most significant difference between Tovani Health and Nue Life is who manages your care. Tovani Health is physician-led: Dr. Ben Soffer, DO, a board-certified physician, personally evaluates, prescribes, and manages your treatment from start to finish. Nue Life has historically used a model that emphasizes health coaching alongside medical prescribing, where ongoing support may come primarily from coaches rather than physicians.

  • Tovani Health: direct, ongoing care from a board-certified physician who knows your case
  • Nue Life: used a health coaching model with medical prescribing, where day-to-day support often came from non-physician coaches
  • Physician-led care allows for more nuanced clinical decisions about dosing and medication interactions
  • A single physician relationship provides continuity that coaching rotations may not
  • Board-certified physicians are trained to identify and manage medical complications if they arise

AI-Guided Sessions vs Standard At-Home Protocols

How you are supported during your actual ketamine sessions is another key differentiator. Tovani Health provides KetAI, a proprietary AI session companion that monitors safety, guides breathing, and supports integration in real time. Nue Life offered its own session framework, with a different level of real-time AI-driven guidance during sessions.

  • KetAI provides real-time safety monitoring and guided breathing during every session
  • Post-session integration tools and journaling prompts help maximize therapeutic benefit
  • One-tap "I Need Help" emergency contact feature during sessions
  • Session data automatically shared with your physician for treatment optimization
  • AI-driven insights help identify patterns in your treatment response over time

Cost and Accessibility

Cost is a meaningful consideration for patients choosing an at-home ketamine practice. Nue Life programs have typically been priced at a premium, particularly when including their full program packages with coaching and group experiences. Tovani Health aims to provide high-quality physician-led care at a more accessible price point.

  • Tovani Health typically offers more affordable pricing while maintaining board-certified physician oversight
  • No hidden costs for follow-up visits or medication adjustments
  • Transparent pricing: consultations and support included; medication billed separately (~$5/tablet, typically $50–$100/month + shipping)
  • Nue Life programs included additional coaching and group experiences that affected total cost
  • Compare total treatment costs, not just per-session pricing, when evaluating practices

Local Medical Expertise in Florida and New Jersey

Tovani Health is built around the local medical expertise of Dr. Ben Soffer, DO, who is licensed and practices in both Florida and New Jersey. This local focus means patients receive care from a physician with deep knowledge of state regulations, local healthcare resources, and the specific needs of patients in these communities.

  • Licensed and practicing in both Florida and New Jersey
  • Familiarity with local healthcare systems and referral networks for comprehensive care
  • Understanding of state-specific regulations around ketamine prescribing and telehealth
  • Ability to coordinate with your existing local clinicians
  • Smaller patient panel allows for more attentive, responsive care

Research Supporting Physician-Supervised Ketamine Therapy

Randomized clinical trial of intranasal esketamine adjunctive to oral antidepressants in treatment-resistant depression showed significant antidepressant effects with favorable safety, supporting the importance of medical oversight in ketamine treatment protocols. (Daly et al., 2018 (JAMA Psychiatry))

A large prospective open-label trial found at-home sublingual ketamine delivered via telehealth was a safe and effective treatment for moderate-to-severe depression and anxiety, supporting the physician-led telehealth model. (Hull et al., 2022 (Journal of Affective Disorders))

Review of rapid-acting antidepressants including ketamine emphasized that physician supervision and structured treatment protocols are essential for optimal outcomes and patient safety. (McIntyre et al., 2021 (American Journal of Psychiatry))

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Tovani Health and Nue Life?

The primary difference is the care model. Tovani Health is fully physician-led: Dr. Ben Soffer, DO, personally manages your treatment including evaluation, prescribing, and ongoing follow-up. Nue Life uses a model that emphasizes health coaching alongside medical prescribing. Additionally, Tovani Health offers AI-guided sessions through KetAI, and typically at a more affordable price point.

Is Tovani Health cheaper than Nue Life?

Tovani Health generally offers more affordable pricing while maintaining board-certified physician oversight and AI-guided session technology. Nue Life programs, particularly those including coaching and group experiences, may carry a higher total cost. We recommend comparing current pricing directly from each practice for the most up-to-date information.

Does Nue Life use a physician or a coach for ongoing care?

Nue Life's model has historically emphasized health coaching for ongoing patient support, with physician involvement focused on the prescribing side. At Tovani Health, your board-certified physician provides both the prescribing and the ongoing clinical oversight, ensuring that medical decisions are made by the same doctor who knows your complete treatment history.

Which practice has better technology for at-home sessions?

Tovani Health offers KetAI, a proprietary AI session companion that provides real-time safety monitoring, guided breathing, integration prompts, and emergency contact features during every session. Session data is shared directly with your physician. Both practices offer digital tools, but KetAI represents a unique technology layer specifically designed for at-home ketamine session safety and optimization.

Can I switch from Nue Life to Tovani Health?

Yes, if you are in Florida or New Jersey. Our physician will review your Nue Life treatment history during your initial consultation to ensure a safe transition. Many patients find that switching to a physician-led model with AI-guided sessions provides a more personalized and clinically supported treatment experience.

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