TMS Therapy for Depression

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a serious medical condition marked by prolonged sadness, a lack of interest in life, and physical symptoms such as fatigue.  Depression weakens the neural pathways that regulate emotional well-being, particularly in the prefrontal cortex and limbic system. This results in chemical and structural imbalances that exacerbate feelings of hopelessness and despair.

Deep TMS therapy uses targeted magnetic pulses to stimulate these weakened neural pathways, encouraging the brain to restore its natural ability to regulate mood. This non-invasive treatment provides relief by reactivating dormant neurons and rebuilding healthy neural connections.

Anxious Depression

Anxious depression is a subtype of MDD characterized by heightened anxiety alongside depressive symptoms. People with anxious depression often experience:

• Restlessness and excessive worry.
• Tension and physical discomfort, such as headaches or rapid heartbeat.
• Co-occurring symptoms of depression, including sadness and lack of motivation.

Deep TMS (dTMS) is FDA-cleared to address both the emotional and physical components of anxious depression. By targeting deeper brain regions, dTMS effectively alleviates symptoms of depression while reducing anxiety, providing a comprehensive approach to healing.

Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD)

If medications or therapy haven’t worked, you may have Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD). dTMS can stimulate new neural pathways and offer hope for recovery even when traditional approaches fall short.