TMS Therapy for Depression

When you struggle with depression and your medications aren’t working, TMS therapy can offer hope. With millions of treatments delivered, TMS is a FDA-cleared, non-drug, and safe treatment for depression.

Sunny Hills TMS is proud to offer Neurostar ® TMS Therapy at our office. Contact us today to learn about this new proven alternative depression treatment.

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What Is TMS Therapy?

Non Invasive

Transcranial Magnetic Therapy (TMS) is a non-invasive, non-drug therapy that treats depression at the source.

Magnetic Pulses

NeuroStar TMS uses a targeted magnetic pulses, similar to what is used in an MRI machine to activate parts of the brain, resulting in symptom improvement.

Safe and Effective

NeuroStar TMS is safe and easy to tolerate. Because it is not a depression drug, TMS Therapy does not have the same side effects that are associated depression medications.

No Side Effects

TMS therapy is not painful or disruptive, does not cause systemic side effects, and does not require hospitalization or anesthesia. TMS allows you to return to normal activities right away!

Is TMS Right for Me?

TMS may be right for you if you agree with two or more:

Depression symptoms have interfered with my daily life.
I am not satisfied with the results I get from depression medication.
I have had or worry about side effects from depression medications.
I have switched medications for depression due to side effects.
I am interested in a proven, non-drug therapy for depression.

While depression medications work for many people, some people still do not feel relief. For hard to treat depression where medication is not giving you adequate relief, TMS is a proven, safe depression treatment option.

NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy is indicated for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder in adult patients who have failed to receive satisfactory improvement from prior antidepressant medication in the current episode.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is NeuroStar TMS Therapy?

NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is an innovative, FDA-cleared therapy that can help people who struggle with MDD even after taking antidepressant medication. It helps activate the natural function of the brain’s neurotransmitters using a non-invasive magnetic field, and is not ECT (electroconvulsive therapy).

How does TMS Therapy work?

The NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy system uses short pulses of magnetic fields to stimulate the area of the brain that is thought to function abnormally in patients with depression. The magnetic field produces an electric current in the brain that stimulates the brain cells (neurons). This results in changes that are thought to be beneficial in the treatment of depression.

Is NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy covered by my insurance?

Due to its innovative treatment and proven efficacy, NeuroStar TMS Therapy may be covered by your insurance health plan. Many insurance companies have established medical coverage policies for NeuroStar TMS Therapy. Over 300 million patients have insurance policies that cover NeuroStar TMS Therapy through their health plans.

Is TMS Therapy a good alternative for patients who cannot tolerate the side effects associated with antidepressant medications?

NeuroStar® is non-systemic (does not circulate in the blood throughout the body), so it does not have side effects such as weight gain, sexual dysfunction, nausea, dry mouth, sedation, etc. The most common side effects reported during clinical trials were headache and scalp discomfort – generally mild to moderate – occurring less frequently after the first week of treatment.

Is TMS Therapy like other alternative therapies which use magnets to treat some illnesses?

No. TMS Therapy involves a unique method of using pulsed magnetic fields for therapeutic benefit. The intensity of the magnetic field is similar to that of the magnetic fields used in magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI. These techniques differ radically from the popular use of low intensity, static magnetic fields. These products deliver weak and undirected static fields that are not capable of activating brain cells.

Is TMS like ECT?

TMS is not ECT (electroconvulsive therapy). NeuroStar uses transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to target key areas of the brain that are underactive in people with depression. Unlike ECT, TMS does not require the use of anesthesia and person will remain awake during the treatment.

What Are NeuroStar TMS Treatments Like?

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) uses a targeted pulsed magnetic field, similar to what is used in an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) machine. While the patient is awake and alert, NeuroStar Advanced TMS Therapy stimulates areas of the brain that are underactive in depression.

You’ll recline comfortably in the treatment chair
A small, curved magnetic coil will be positioned lightly on your head
NeuroStar delivers focused magnetic stimulation directly to the target areas of the brain
In-office treatment with NeuroStar TMS Therapy takes 19-37 minutes.
You will be fully awake and alert. You can read or watch TV and return to work after your treatment with no restrictions.

Real People, Real Stories

I was thrilled to see that something so simple and non invasive without side effects could be very effective in helping with my depression which I am a life time sufferer of. I actually felt better the first day but did have some down days during the treatment. However, I felt even better long after the treatment ended. Part of what made it successful was seeing Joshua, the TMS technician on a daily basis. He was so upbeat, kind, non judgemental and so easy and fun to talk to. The room is very pleasant with a big TV you can watch during your treatment. I highly recommend Sunny Hills-even if it is a drive for you as it was for me. It is totally worth it and takes so little time each visit. Do yourself the best favor ever!

N.T. - Sunny Hills TMS Patient

About Us

Sunny Hills TMS was established in 2018 within Sunny Hills Behavioral Health. We have been committed to providing exceptional care of behavioral health and services for individual families since 2010.

With our passion for patient wellness and dedication to providing professional psychiatric care, Sunny Hills TMS is excited to be utilizing this revolutionary new technology in pursuit of mental health wellness.

TMS Therapy is widely reimbursed by most commercial and government health plans, including Medicare.

TMS Therapy Is Available at Our Fullerton Office