Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) at Live Well Psychiatry
At Live Well Psychiatry, TMS is more than just a treatment—it’s part of a larger plan to support your mental health and overall wellbeing. We combine compassionate care with advanced clinical tools to make your experience as effective and comfortable as possible. From precision targeting to ongoing progress monitoring, we focus on what works—so you can focus on becoming well.
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What Our Patients Say:
Frequently Asked TMS Questions
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for adults with Major Depressive Disorder who haven’t responded to traditional therapies like medication or talk therapy. It works by using magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. Treatments are brief, require no sedation, and patients can return to normal activities immediately afterward.
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Before starting treatment, we identify your motor threshold—the lowest stimulation level needed to activate your motor cortex. We then use a magnetic coil to deliver targeted pulses to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC), an area involved in mood regulation, using a method called neuro-cardio targeting to enhance accuracy, consistency, and clinical outcomes.
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Our clinic has an 89% success rate, defined by at least a 50% improvement in symptoms from pre to post treatment. Many of our patients go on to achieve full remission, with final depression scores of 5 or less by the end of treatment. We monitor your progress using standardized depression rating scales throughout the course of treatment. Nationally, TMS has a 70% success rate.
These results are possible because we focus on precision and personalization through the use of advanced targeting methods and research-informed protocols, which allow us to deliver individualized care beyond the limitations of one-size-fits-all approaches.
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TMS is safe and well tolerated for most people, but it may not be appropriate if you have:
Metallic implants in or near the head (excluding dental work)
A history of seizures or epilepsy
Certain neurological or medical conditions
We carefully screen every patient before starting treatment to ensure safety. If you’re a good candidate, we’ll guide you through the treatment plan that fits your needs best.
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At Live Well Psychiatry, we offer two distinct treatment options depending on your diagnosis and treatment goals:
Insurance-Covered TMS
TMS is FDA-approved for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adults who have not found relief from traditional treatments like medication or talk therapy. If you meet criteria based on your history and insurance plan requirements, we may be able to provide treatment that is covered under your mental health benefits. Our team will help guide you through the pre-authorization and eligibility process to determine if you qualify.Self-Pay TMS for Non-FDA or Non-Insured Conditions
For patients seeking support for other symptoms or conditions not currently covered by insurance, we offer self-pay off-label* treatment options based on research-supported protocols. These include:
Generalized anxiety
Obsessive-compulsive or neurotic tendencies
Chronic pain
While insurance does not cover these protocols, they are informed by current clinical research and are administered with care and attention to patient safety. These treatments provide more flexibility and individualized care for those looking for additional relief beyond traditional coverage.
*Off-label use refers to protocols not FDA-approved for specific conditions but supported by a substantial body of peer-reviewed research. These protocols are administered using FDA-approved equipment by technicians licensed through the Clinical TMS Society (NCTMSS) and trained in advanced, research-informed techniques.
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You’ll sit in a comfortable, reclining chair while the doctor and/or a trained technician places the TMS coil to your scalp.
You’ll feel a tapping sensation and hear clicking during the session.
Sessions last 3–10 minutes and require no recovery time.
Side effects are typically mild and short-lived. The most common are:
Scalp tenderness or sensitivity
Temporary headache
Minor facial muscle twitching during treatment
You’ll be fully alert and able to resume normal activities—like driving, working, or errands—right after each session.