About Us
Founded by Caroline Lewis, MD and Aimee Spencer, PA-C, Aether Psychiatric Consultants was born from a dedication to make ketamine for treatment resistant depression more accessible by accepting insurance.
“We have witnessed the profound impact that ketamine therapy can have, yet we recognize how challenging it can be for many to access this transformative care. Recognizing the potential of FDA-approved Spravato, we knew we’d found a practical solution to make this potentially life-changing treatment available to more people.”
-Aimee Spencer, PA-C (Founder, Co-owner- Aether Psychiatric Consultants
Our Location
We are located at 1 Hansel Street, Suite 02, in West Asheville’s One Main Financial building, just off Patton Avenue near Sam’s Club. Our ADA-accessible office provides a soothing and comfortable environment designed to support your healing journey.
Caroline Lewis, MD
Dr. Caroline Lewis, board-certified in Psychiatry since 2010, specializes in ketamine therapy for treatment-resistant depression. With over 15 years of experience across diverse clinical settings, Dr. Lewis brings a wealth of expertise to her role at Aether Psychiatric Consultants and as co-owner and Medical Director of Widening Circles, PC.
Dr. Lewis co-founded the Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy program at the Charles George VA Medical Center, where she worked closely with veterans under the therapeutic effects of ketamine. She has received advanced training in IV, intramuscular, oral, and intranasal ketamine administration from The Ketamine Training Center, The Pearl Institute, and The Academy for Treatment, Observation, and Management. Dr. Lewis also contributed to the creation of a groundbreaking psychedelic medicine elective for psychiatry residents at The Pearl Psychedelic Institute and Widening Circles, PC.
Dr. Lewis served as co-investigator and site physician for the FDA Expanded Access program for MDMA-Assisted Psychotherapy through Lykos PBC (formerly MAPS PBC), and she has continued to deepen her expertise in psychedelic-assisted therapies. She is an affiliate faculty member of the MAHEC Department of Psychiatry. She is passionate about combining her clinical expertise and commitment to patient-centered care with innovative therapeutic modalities to help individuals heal, grow, and embrace their authenticity.
Aimee Spencer, PA-C
Aimee Spencer is a board-certified Physician Assistant, functional neuro-wellness specialist, certified Brain Health Professional, and ketamine-assisted psychotherapy practitioner. With experience in family practice, emergency medicine, pediatrics, and gynecologic oncology, Aimee now focuses on mental health and wellness through functional medicine.
Specializing in ketamine-assisted therapies, Aimee completed advanced training through The Pearl Institute, Polaris Insight Center, and The Academy for Treatment, Observation, and Management. She has also served as an educator for The Pearl Institute, sharing her expertise with other practitioners.
As a functional neuro-wellness specialist, Aimee addresses the root causes of mental health issues, including inflammation, hormonal imbalances, gut health, and nutrition. She is a certified Integrative Medicine Provider in PTSD, Complex Trauma and Traumatic Brain Injuries, certified Women’s Functional and Integrative Medicine Provider, Brain Health Professional through Amen Clinics, is a certified Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, and has completed advanced training through Integrative Psychiatry Institute, the Kharrazian Institute and Walsh Research Institute.
Aimee combines her expertise in ketamine-assisted therapies and functional medicine to provide holistic, individualized care that empowers patients to achieve optimal well-being.
