Common behavioral health issues can influence thoughts, emotions, habits, and overall functioning. Below are some of the conditions I most commonly treat, along with the therapeutic approaches that guide care. Addictions such as alcohol, gambling, and stimulant...

Deep TMS uses a helmet-style coil that reaches broader, deeper cortical regions. The experience is similar to standard TMS, with firm scalp contact and rhythmic tapping. Session length and patterns depend on the device and specific indication. Stimulation Location and...

Yes. TMS is FDA-approved for major depressive disorder. Some devices have additional clearances that depend on the indication and coil type. Does Insurance Cover TMS Therapy? In my region, most plans cover TMS for depression when the criteria are met. Medicare and...

Depression behaves like other chronic medical conditions. TMS is an acute treatment that helps many people out of an episode more effectively than medication alone. After remission, I recommend continuing evidence-based medications and psychotherapy for at least one...

Common, Usually Short-Lived Side Effects Scalp tenderness or headache early in the course. Brief facial or jaw twitching during stimulation. Driving and returning to normal activities are allowed immediately. Is Anger a Side Effect of TMS? Not typically. In controlled...

What TMS Therapy Is, In Plain English   Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a form of neuromodulation. A magnetic coil sits on your scalp, quickly turning a magnetic field on and off. That changing field induces a gentle electrical current in the left...