Referrals
Do you want to refer someone to IKRT?
Research increasingly suggests that brain energy metabolism may play an important role in conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD, and binge eating disorder. As a result, ketogenic metabolic therapy has emerged as one of the fastest-growing areas of mental health research.
At IKRT, we help implement Ketogenic Metabolic Therapy (KMT) through structured education, personalised guidance, symptom monitoring, and ongoing support. Our programs are designed to complement, not replace, existing psychological, psychiatric, and medical care.
Why refer someone to IKRT?
Many people are interested in metabolic approaches but struggle with implementation, adherence, or conflicting information. IKRT bridges the gap between research and real-world practice by providing:
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Structured ketogenic metabolic therapy education
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Practical implementation support
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Symptom and outcome monitoring
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Behaviour change support
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Peer community and accountability
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Collaboration with healthcare professionals where appropriate
The focus is not simply on dietary change, but on helping patients apply metabolic interventions in a sustainable and clinically meaningful way.
Who may benefit?
You may wish to refer clients or patients who:
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Experience depression, anxiety, or treatment-resistant symptoms
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Have bipolar disorder or other complex mental health presentations
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Experience binge eating, food addiction, or metabolic health concerns
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Are interested in ketogenic metabolic therapy but require professional support
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Have previously attempted ketogenic diets without lasting success
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Are seeking adjunctive approaches alongside standard treatment
Research Informed
Recent publications involving Dr Bellamy have reported:
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Improvements in depressive symptoms and psychological wellbeing following ketogenic interventions. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2026.1751564
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Positive lived experiences among individuals using ketogenic metabolic therapy for depression. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2024.1397546
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Cases of remission in chronic treatment-resistant depression associated with ketogenic metabolic therapy. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2025.1549782
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Trans-diagnostic improvements across PTSD, ADHD, and binge eating disorder in clinical case work. DOI: https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2025.1600123
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Psychotic symptom remission for those with schizoaffective disorder. https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2025.1506304
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Examining evidence and implications for practice in clinical psychology https://doi.org/10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1468894
In addition, Dr Bellamy is currently leading a pilot trial investigating the implementation of ketogenic metabolic therapy for mental illness through a structured online psycho-educational and support program. https://doi.org/10.1186/ISRCTN96463686
