KETAMINE THERAPY · INTEGRATIVE WELLNESS · ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA

Feel More Like Yourself Again.

When something feels off, the effects can ripple through every part of life.

At Z&Z Wellness, we provide thoughtful, medically guided care for mental wellness, metabolic health, hormone balance, and overall wellbeing. Our goal is to help uncover the why behind symptoms and create a path forward that feels personalized, supportive, and grounded in evidence-based care.

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What Brings People to Us

Every health journey is different. Explore the areas where we most often help patients find support, clarity, and relief.

Depression

Persistent sadness, low motivation, and loss of interest in activities that once felt meaningful.

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Burnout & Stress

Ongoing stress, emotional exhaustion, and feeling overwhelmed by the demands of life.

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Anxiety

Persistent worry, overwhelm, racing thoughts, and difficulty relaxing or feeling at ease.

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Weight Management

Difficulty losing weight, low energy, persistent cravings, and metabolic health challenges.

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PTSD & Trauma

Lingering effects of trauma, including emotional distress and difficulty feeling safe.

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Hormone Health

Hormonal imbalances affecting energy, mood, sleep, weight, and overall wellbeing.

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How We Support Healing

  • Ketamine Therapy

    A medically guided treatment option that may help support
    individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD,
    and chronic stress.

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  • Medical Weight Loss

    Personalized support for sustainable weight management through clinical evaluation, nutrition guidance, and evidence-based treatment options.

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  • Hormone Optimization

    Addressing hormonal imbalances that may impact energy, mood, sleep, metabolism, and overall quality of life.

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  • IV & IM Nutrient Therapy

    Targeted nutrient support designed to help optimize hydration, recovery, energy, and overall wellness.

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Personalized Care Starts Here

Meet Zahida

Zahida Samat, MSN, AGPCNP-C, CCRN, is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with more than 16 years of experience in healthcare. Her background in critical care, pain management, metabolic health, and ketamine therapy has shaped an approach that is both medically grounded and deeply patient-centered.

She believes the best outcomes come from understanding the whole person—not just a diagnosis or symptom. Whether supporting mental wellness, weight management, hormone optimization, or overall wellbeing, Zahida takes the time to listen, evaluate thoughtfully, and create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs.

At Z&Z Wellness, every recommendation begins with a conversation, a comprehensive assessment, and a commitment to helping patients move toward greater health, balance, and vitality.

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Kind Words From Patients

  • “Zahida is an exceptional practitioner who truly goes above and beyond for her patients. Her depth of knowledge, combined with her genuine compassion, makes a meaningful difference in the care she provides. I had the privilege of working closely with her and learned so much from her expertise and dedication. She is not only highly skilled but also deeply caring an absolute standout in her field.”

    —Mehreen N.

  • “Zahida is amazing! Excellent experience! Professional, knowledgeable, and truly supportive throughout my weight loss and hormone optimization journey. Highly recommended.”

    —Margaret S.

  • “A great practitioner who has been an immense help to me as I am dealing with a new MS diagnosis. Zahida creates such a wonderful care experience. I wish all medical care would be this down to earth!”

    —Matt R.

  • “Zahida is such a positive force through my weight loss journey. Her encouragement and professionalism, with a bit of humor keeps me on track!”

    —Vicki V.

  • “Zahida brings both clinical expertise and deep compassion to her work. She is exceptionally skilled in creating anti-aging IV cocktails that leave clients feeling revitalized and radiant, and her knowledge of ketamine therapy is equally impressive.”

    —Danielle R.

  • “Z&Z Wellness is amazing! Friendly staff and clean space. Feel energized and refreshed after your infusion. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a boost to your health and wellness!”

    —Renard

  • “Zahida is by far has been phenomenal on a personal level with connecting with me as her patient. I actually changed my appointment dates just to do my weekly follow-ups with her. If your looking for a family like doctor who cares about your health and educating you on being a better version for you; I highly recommend you give her a chance. Some being are good at what they do and some are passionate about their work. She's passionate and I love that about her.
    Go check her out I promise you wont regret it.”

    —LoVon C.

  • “Zahida and Z&Z Wellness have been very good at explaining all of the options for weight loss, as well as on-going assisting with the overall plan. This will turn out to be a good thing!”

    —Jerry H.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Ketamine therapy is a medically supervised treatment that may help support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health challenges. It works differently than traditional antidepressants and may provide relief for some patients who have not responded to other treatments.

  • Ketamine interacts with pathways in the brain involved in mood, stress response, and neural connectivity. Treatment is provided under medical supervision and is tailored to each patient's individual needs and goals.

  • Individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic stress, or treatment-resistant symptoms may be candidates for ketamine therapy. A comprehensive medical evaluation is required to determine whether treatment is appropriate.

  • Ketamine therapy may help support individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic stress, and certain mood-related conditions. Recommendations are based on a thorough assessment of each patient's health history and treatment goals.

  • Medical weight loss is a personalized, evidence-based approach to weight management that may include lifestyle guidance, nutritional support, metabolic evaluation, and prescription medications such as GLP-1 therapies when appropriate.

  • Yes. We provide hormone optimization services for eligible patients experiencing symptoms related to hormonal imbalances. Treatment plans are developed through comprehensive evaluation, laboratory testing, and ongoing medical oversight.

  • Yes. We offer medically supervised GLP-1 weight loss programs that may include medications such as semaglutide when clinically appropriate. Treatment is combined with nutrition, lifestyle, and metabolic support to promote long-term success.

  • Complete the consultation request form, and Zahida will personally reach out to learn more about your needs, answer any questions, and help determine the best next steps for your care.

  • Z&Z Wellness serves patients throughout Alexandria, Northern Virginia, and surrounding communities through personalized, evidence-based wellness and ketamine therapy services.

  • Z&Z Wellness takes an integrative approach to care, recognizing the connection between mental health, hormones, metabolism, lifestyle, and overall wellbeing. Every treatment plan is personalized and guided by comprehensive medical evaluation.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you're seeking support for mental wellness, metabolic health, hormone balance, or overall wellbeing, we're here to help you better understand your options and create a path forward that feels right for you.

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