What Is TMS Therapy?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive treatment for mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and OCD, utilized without medication for over 40 years. TMS uses electromagnetic pulses, similar to an MRI, to target and stimulate brain regions underactive in these conditions, offering safe and effective brain healing. This stimulation encourages the development of new neural pathways, helping patients overcome symptoms associated with their mental health disorders. At Serenity Mental Health Centers, we prioritize patient-first care, ensuring personalized treatment plans. Understanding the challenges of depression, anxiety, OCD, and PTSD, we consider TMS therapy as a potential treatment option after discussing your unique needs. Contact our practice in Lakewood, CO to learn more.
How Is TMS Therapy Administered?
Dedicated to breaking down barriers in patient care, we strive to make healing more accessible and stress-free. In line with our mission, we create a serene and uplifting environment for TMS therapy sessions. Patients can relax in a comfortable chair throughout the procedure, during which we target specific brain regions associated with mood regulation and emotional health using the TMS device. This noninvasive approach requires no surgery, anesthesia, or sedation, ensuring a straightforward and gentle treatment experience.
What Can I Expect After TMS Therapy Treatment?
Experiencing TMS therapy has led many individuals to observe a notable ease of symptoms associated with depression and anxiety. The benefits of this treatment often start to manifest within weeks of starting — some patients may notice improvements even sooner. The positive effects reported typically include a boost in mood, improved focus, heightened energy, and a better quality of everyday life. However, it's essential to recognize that the extent of relief can differ from person to person; some might find profound relief while others may have more gradual changes. To sustain these improvements, ongoing sessions might be needed, and our team is committed to meticulously tracking your progress to fine-tune your treatment plan as necessary.
What Are the Benefits of TMS Therapy?
- Noninvasive and Comfortable: TMS therapy is a nonsurgical, anesthesia-free outpatient procedure, enabling patients to feel at ease during treatment and promptly return to their daily routines or work.
- Backed by Research: A wealth of studies supports TMS's efficacy in treating mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, and more.
- Low Risk with Few Side Effects: The majority of patients undergoing TMS therapy at our centers report minimal to no side effects. Any side effects, like occasional mild headaches, are typically manageable with common pain relievers.
- Personalized Care: We prioritize a customized treatment approach, ensuring that every treatment plan and TMS session is finely tuned to meet each patient's unique needs.
TMS Therapy Reviews
Dr. Jennifer French is first provider I have fully been able to trust with my mental health. She is caring, attentive, compassionate, and she listens! She possesses all qualities that are an absolute necessity for providing mental healthcare. She is my top recommendation to my friends and family. I truly enjoy our appointments together. She is honest, validating, and non-judgmental. If you are looking for an incredible place, that is relaxing, but encompasses kindness and integrity - Serenity is your place!
Serenity is only place that Honestly helped me I have seen many therapist and all they do is change or add more and more medication Serenity offers TMS which has been the Best thing it completely changed my Life my thoughts it maded a big difference of my PTSD for the BEST I am so Thankful for them
This is one of the most fantastic places for Mental Health! From all the amazing front office Girls to the Nurses that make you feel like you're family. Best of all Dr . Froehlich helped me so much I feel like a Different person Mentally and Emotionally! There's also Rob who helped me with payments for Ketamine and TMS treatments not just a manger he's a Friend! Thank you to Serenity for giving me my Life back I will always be Grateful !
Serenity offers a wide variety of therapies for mental health. The staff is warm and welcoming, and Dr. Gower is empathetic, open, and very comfortable to talk to. He believes in trying the path of least invasive treatment which I believe is the healthiest way to approach mental health in the beginning. My appointment relieved a lot of my anxiety.
In the time where people should be considering their mental health options, Serenity Mental Health Centers has been a great option for me and I will continue to go there for mental health support
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Who Is A Candidate for TMS Therapy?
Individuals who haven't found success with standard drug treatments for depression, anxiety, or other mood-related disorders often turn to TMS therapy. This approach is especially advantageous for those whose conditions are resistant to traditional methods, having not seen substantial outcomes with typical therapies. To be considered for TMS, one must have a professionally confirmed mood disorder diagnosis and should not have any magnetic therapy contraindications, like cranial metal implants or specific medical devices. TMS therapy stands out as a noninvasive method that sidesteps the adverse effects often linked to medications, offering a new avenue for those pursuing alternative strategies in mental health care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there side effects to TMS therapy?
While TMS therapy is highly safe and effective, like any treatment, it may come with some side effects. These can include slight headaches, discomfort at the treatment site, and muscle twitching following the session. Typically, these symptoms are short-lived and resolve naturally. Rest assured, TMS therapy is recognized for its safety and efficacy in treating various conditions.
How effective is TMS therapy?
The effectiveness of TMS treatment is evident in the outcomes: 75% of patients who undergo TMS therapy report a significant reduction in their symptoms, with 51% achieving complete symptom remission. These figures underscore the remarkable success rate of TMS therapy.
How does TMS therapy work?
When dealing with depression, it's common to feel a decrease in energy levels. Similarly, the brain cells responsible for distributing serotonin and dopamine, which are crucial for mood regulation, also experience fatigue. TMS therapy aims to rejuvenate these cells, enhancing their ability to efficiently deliver serotonin and dopamine. Recognized as the most researched mental health treatment globally, we take pride in making TMS therapy available to our patients.
TMS: A Simple Solution
Facing depression is a tough journey, but you're not alone. Our team stands ready to support you every step of the way. Serenity Mental Health Centers specializes in delivering premier TMS treatment for depression, grounded in a patient-first approach. Our commitment to our Lakewood, CO patients is to make your path to recovery as smooth as possible, providing cutting-edge, individualized care designed around your specific needs.