About Us
At Aether Psychiatric Consultants, PC, we are dedicated to making innovative mental health care accessible by accepting insurance for ketamine treatment. Founded by Caroline Lewis, MD, and Aimee Spencer, PA-C, our practice emerged from a commitment to expanding access to effective treatments for depression. 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.
Aether is located at 25 Orange Street within the sanctuary of Widening Circles, of which both Caroline Lewis and Aimee Spencer are co-owners and practitioners, where our shared mission of comprehensive, compassionate care connects us closely. While Aether and Widening Circles are distinct entities, our physical proximity and collaboration mean you may encounter our shared team and resources. Whether you connect with us through Widening Circles or directly through Aether, you’re in the right place and receiving dedicated support.
With extensive experience administering ketamine, we witness firsthand the hope, relief, and transformation it can offer. Every day, we’re honored to support individuals as they take steps on this powerful therapeutic journey, combining ketamine with therapy to create lasting change.
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 and The Pearl Psychedelic Institute. 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 a 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. She is also the co-owner and Operations Director of Widening Circles, PC.
Specializing in ketamine-assisted therapies, Aimee completed advanced training through The Pearl Psychedelic Institute and Polaris Insight Center. She has also served as an educator for The Pearl Psychedelic 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.
