Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation-TMS
A Whole-Person Perspective
Mood disorders and treatment-resistant depression can impact every area of life — energy, motivation, relationships, and overall functioning. When symptoms persist despite medication or therapy, exploring advanced, evidence-based options becomes essential to finding relief and restoring balance.
At Integrative Psychiatric Services (IPS), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a safe, non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment that directly targets the brain regions involved in mood regulation and executive function. TMS provides an opportunity to improve symptoms without medication side effects, supporting healing through gentle, focused magnetic stimulation.
TMS in America: Fast Facts
- FDA-cleared, non-invasive neuromodulation therapy for major depressive disorder, OCD, and anxious depression
- Particularly effective for treatment-resistant depression
- Medication-free with minimal side effects
- Sessions last 20–40 minutes, typically completed 5 days per week for 4–6 weeks
- Used to treat MDD, OCD (adjunctively), anxious depression
- Safe for adolescents and adults (age eligibility varies by clinical need)
How TMS Works
TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for mood, motivation, and cognitive control. For individuals whose depressive symptoms are linked to underactive neural pathways, TMS helps “wake up” these brain circuits and improve communication
During the session:
- You sit comfortably in a treatment chair
- A cushioned helmet with a magnetic coil is placed on your head
- Gentle pulses are delivered in a rhythmic pattern
- A trained technician monitors you for your safety and clinical support
- You remain awake, alert, and able to return to daily activities immediately afterward
- Improved mood regulation
- Enhanced energy and motivation
- Greater emotional resilience
- Reduction in persistent symptoms when other treatments haven’t been effective
Who Should Consider TMS -
TMS may be recommended for individuals who:
- Have persistent depressive symptoms despite trying multiple medications
- Experience side effects that make antidepressants difficult to tolerate
- Prefer a non-medication treatment option
- Have MDD, OCD, or anxious depression and need additional support
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Are exploring long-term, brain-based treatments that promote lasting change
TMS is especially helpful when traditional approaches haven't provided the relief you deserve.
The TMS Process at IPS
We deliver TMS in a calm, supportive, and personalized environment designed for comfort and success.
- Clinical Evaluation – A detailed assessment of symptoms, history, and treatment goals to ensure TMS is appropriate and safe.
- Brain Mapping & Calibration – Your clinician identifies the precise treatment location and magnetic pulse intensity best suited for your brain.
- Treatment Sessions– Daily sessions (Mon–Fri) for several weeks. Each visit is brief, supervised, and designed for comfort.
- Ongoing Monitoring & Feedback – We track your progress throughout treatment, adjusting the protocol as needed to support optimal improvement.
- Follow-Up & Integration – Results are reviewed in detail, and we work with you to create a long-term plan that may include therapy, medication support, lifestyle changes, or continued monitoring.
Why Choose IPS for TMS?
- Cutting Edge Technology: IPS utilizes BrainsWay’s Deep TMS machine, which stimulates broader and deeper areas of the brain for better clinical results
- Specialized Expertise: TMS administered and overseen by clinicians experienced in mood and brain-based disorders
- Whole-Person Approach: TMS is integrated into a comprehensive plan that considers biological, psychological, and lifestyle factors
- Compassionate Environment: Comfort-focused sessions with attentive monitoring
- Collaborative Care: We coordinate with your broader care team — therapists, primary care clinicians, and specialists
- Data-Driven Confidence: Progress is measured, tracked, and shared, ensuring clarity at every step
Moving Forward with Hope
When depression or persistent mood symptoms disrupt daily life, it can be hard to imagine feeling better. TMS offers a path forward — one grounded in neuroscience, compassion, and real possibility.
At IPS, we’re committed to helping you regain stability and resilience with care that reflects your unique mind and your unique journey.
Healing is possible, and we’re here to walk with you every step of the way.