Many patients who seek out traditional forms of care for mental illness such as talk therapy and prescription medications are not responsive to treatment. These patients are considered “treatment resistant” and may need alternative forms of treatment to reduce their symptoms. As a non-invasive and drug-free depression treatment, transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is oftentimes the preferred course of action to treat persistent depression.

TMS harnesses the power of magnetic fields to stimulate underperforming areas of the brain and overall improve brain activity. This process is not painful and occurs while the patient is fully awake. The great thing about TMS is that when patients complete a treatment session, there are no debilitating side effects that prevent them from going about their day as usual. TMS is extremely safe and non-systemic, meaning that no foreign objects or medications enter your body while undergoing this form of treatment. TMS may also be used in conjunction with your antidepressant medication if a mental health specialist recommends it.