A Non-Drug, Non Invasive FDA-Approved Breakthrough for Depression Relief
12 months after receiving Neurostar TMS Therapy 83% patients reported continued relief from depression and 62% experienced complete remission of depression.
How Does TMS Work?
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate nerve cells in the brain. NeuroStar® TMS system delivers 3,000 magnetic pulses in 19 minutes to the left prefrontal cortex, an underactive area in individuals with depression. These pulses reawaken neural pathways that regulate emotions, cognition and motivation. This process improves brain function over time without medication, sedation, or surgery.
TMS is an FDA-approved non-drug option to treat major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults and adolescents 15 years and older, who haven’t responded well to antidepressants and psychotherapy. It’s also approved for treatment resistant anxious depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder.
If you’ve tried medications or therapy with limited success, transcranial magnetic stimulation therapy may offer the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for.
Is TMS Right for Me?
If you’re living with depression that just won’t lift despite trying therapy or medications, you’re not alone. TMS could be a fit for you if any of the following sound familiar:
- You’ve been diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- You have been struggling with severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- You are an adolescent 15 years or older who has not responded to the usual treatment
- You’re not currently experiencing seizures or psychosis
- You’ve tried 2-4 antidepressants with little or no relief
- You’ve experienced side effects from medications that make them hard to tolerate
- You want a treatment that allows you to stay awake and go back to your day afterward
- You have no metal in your head or neck area (stent, bullet fragments etc.)
- You want a solution that’s FDA-approved, safe, effective and proven and covered by insurance
- You’ve searched for transcranial magnetic stimulation near me and are ready for answers
Click the link below to fill out our Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-10). This helps us assess your level of depression and see if TMS therapy is right for you.
This questionnaire is not to be considered a medical diagnosis. After completing the questionnaire, a member of our staff will contact you if you are eligible for TMS treatment.
If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or are experiencing thoughts of self-harm, call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.
Why Choose Us for TMS in Kalamazoo?
15+ Years of Patient Care
15+ Years of Trusted Patient Care. Compassionate support backed by experience.
5000+ Pateints Treated
with over 5,000 lives transformed through expert care and innovative treatments.
7000+ and Counting
Over 7000 TMS sessions administered with care and precision.
Real Patient
Results
Up to 70% rapid improvement with infusion therapy, 60% response rate with TMS.
Proven Therapies
FDA-approved therapies, including TMS and Ketamine infusions.
Experienced
Specialists
Led by double Board-Certified psychiatrist Dr. Ruqiya Tareen, with 20+ years of expertise
Depression Consultant
Specialized care delivering hope where others couldn’t.
Personalized Care
Compassionate, customized mental health solutions tailored to you.
Why We Use NeuroStar® TMS
NeuroStar® was the first transcranial magnetic stimulation system to be FDA-approved in 2008. It is the most widely studied TMS platform with up to 12 months of post-TMS therapy data. Over 7.4 million NeuroStar® treatment sessions have been delivered nationwide. NeuroStar® is known for its precision, comfort, and track record of effectiveness in treating treatment-resistant depression.
Success Story with NeuroStar TMS Advanced Therapy
Hear the experiences with depression and the journey with other treatments before discovering NeuroStar’s Advanced TMS Therapy.
Care That’s Covered and Accessible
We accept major insurance providers, offer out-of-network support, and provide payment plans for uninsured patients.
Ready to See If TMS Is Right for You?
Whether you’re searching for transcranial magnetic stimulation near me, or you’ve been navigating depression for years with little relief, we’re here to help.
During a TMS session, you’ll sit back in a comfortable chair while a magnetic coil is placed against the side of your head. This coil delivers gentle, targeted magnetic pulses to specific areas of your brain that help regulate mood. You’ll hear a clicking sound and feel a tapping sensation on your scalp, but it’s not painful. The session lasts 20 minutes, and there’s no need for sedation or recovery time.
TMS isn’t painful, though some people do feel a bit of discomfort on the scalp where the coil is placed. That sensation usually fades after the first few sessions as your body adjusts. Most patients say the tapping feels strange at first but not uncomfortable enough to stop treatment.
TMS has no side effects like what you experience with antidepressant medications. The most common side effects are transient like mild scalp discomfort or a light headache, especially in the beginning. Some people report twitching around the eyes or face, but these effects are temporary and usually go away quickly. There are no effects on memory, cognition, sleep, or alertness.
TMS sessions are always overseen by a trained and certified technician. At Kalamazoo TMS, our team has been professionally trained and certified by NeuroStar®, the leader in TMS technology. A staff member monitors you throughout the session to make sure you’re safe and comfortable.
Many insurance providers cover TMS if you’ve tried other treatments first, like antidepressants or therapy, and haven’t had success. We work with most major insurers including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Priority Health, Aetna, and others. Our TMS coordinator will check your benefits, handle the paperwork, and keep you updated every step of the way. If you don’t have coverage, we offer self-pay plans to help make treatment more affordable.
Each TMS session takes about 20 to 40 minutes. You’ll come in five days a week for six weeks, followed by a few tapering sessions over week 31st to 36th weeks. The full course includes around 36 treatments in total.
Most patients relax and watch TV or listen to music. You can bring your own shows or playlists too. Some people read, some just rest quietly and enjoys the beautiful view of Portage Creek from panoramic windows in every room. It’s your time to take a break while the treatment does its work.
Yes, you can. TMS doesn’t affect your memory, alertness, or ability to function. You can drive, go to work, run errands, or do whatever’s next on your schedule.
Many people feel lasting improvement after just one round of TMS. But if symptoms come back months or years later, most insurances pay for it again if you had good outcome after first TMS course. Some patients who responded well choose to do occasional booster sessions. These are usually spaced out, like once a month, and they’re designed to help maintain the progress you made. Booster sessions aren’t covered by insurance, so we’ll walk you through the options if you need them.
