Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation services offered in Encino and Pasadena, CA
If you are struggling with depression, anxious depression, or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) may be one treatment option to consider. TMS is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive, non-medication treatment that uses focused magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation.
It may be appropriate for patients whose symptoms have not improved enough with other treatments or for those who have experienced challenges with medication side effects.
At Adelpha Psychiatric Group, TMS is provided as part of a broader, coordinated psychiatric care model. Rather than offering TMS as a stand-alone service, our physicians consider how it fits into your overall treatment plan, goals, and clinical history.
If you would like to learn whether TMS may be appropriate for you, contact our team to discuss the next step.
We are proud to be recognized as a NeuroStar Better Me Provider (BMP), reflecting our commitment to responsive patient care, ongoing clinical training, and evidence-based treatment.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
TMS is a non-invasive treatment that uses focused magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. It is FDA-cleared for the treatment of depression, depression with anxiety symptoms, and OCD in adults. It is also FDA-cleared for adolescents ages 15 to 21 with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD).
Unlike medication, TMS does not circulate throughout the body. Treatments are performed in an outpatient setting, and patients can return to their normal daily activities afterward.
TMS uses focused magnetic pulses, similar in strength to those used during an MRI, to stimulate targeted areas of the brain associated with mood and emotional regulation.
Research suggests that certain brain regions may be less active in people experiencing depression. By stimulating these areas over a series of treatments, TMS may help improve symptoms and support long-term recovery for some patients.
Because every person is different, treatment recommendations are made after a thorough evaluation and discussion with your physician.
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is FDA-cleared for:
Your physician will help determine whether TMS may be clinically appropriate based on your symptoms, treatment history, and overall treatment goals.
Important Safety Information
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is available by prescription only.
The most common side effect is mild to moderate discomfort at or near the treatment site. These symptoms are usually temporary and often improve during the first week of treatment.
There is also a rare risk of seizure associated with TMS treatment (less than 0.1% per patient).
A physician can help determine whether TMS is appropriate for your individual situation. Patient results vary.
For complete safety and prescribing information, please visit neurostar.com.
A typical course of TMS treatment includes approximately 36 outpatient sessions.
Individual treatment sessions generally last between 19 and 37 minutes, depending on the treatment protocol being used. Your physician will recommend a schedule based on your clinical needs and treatment goals.
Completing the recommended course of treatment provides the best opportunity to achieve and maintain symptom improvement.
TMS is covered by many major insurance plans, including many plans accepted by Adelpha.
If you and your physician determine that TMS may be appropriate, our team will help review insurance requirements, obtain prior authorization when necessary, and guide you through the approval process.
We know insurance questions can feel overwhelming. Our goal is to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible before treatment begins.
For some patients, yes.
Because TMS is a non-medication treatment, it does not carry many of the systemic side effects associated with psychiatric medications. Some patients explore TMS after medications have not provided enough improvement, while others may pursue TMS because medication side effects have been difficult to tolerate.
The most appropriate treatment approach depends on the individual. During your evaluation, your physician will review your history and help determine whether TMS may be a reasonable option.
TMS uses precisely targeted magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain regions involved in mood regulation.
This approach differs from products that use low-intensity static magnets. TMS is an FDA-cleared medical treatment supported by clinical research and delivered under physician supervision as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
At Adelpha, TMS is integrated into a broader psychiatric care model that may also include medication management, psychotherapy, and ongoing physician oversight when clinically appropriate.
Insurance support is part of making care accessible
The first step is a consultation process.
Thoughtful care starts with a thorough evaluation.
At Adelpha, getting started does not mean rushing into treatment without context. The first few visits start with an initial consultation period. This process includes at least two visits for adults and three visits for children and adolescents within the first month. This gives your physician or marriage and family therapist time to understand your history, current concerns, goals, previous treatment, and what kind of care may be helpful.
When appropriate, your physician or marriage and family therapist may ask to coordinate with your prior or current mental health providers, your primary care physician, or family members involved in your care. At the end of the consultation phase, we will share our impressions and recommendations. We will work with you to determine whether ongoing care with Adelpha is clinically appropriate and develop a comprehensive treatment plan.
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Adelpha provides thoughtful, comprehensive psychiatric care for patients and families who want clear guidance, qualified support, and care that sees the whole person.
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