TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) for Anxiety
202 vetted providers offer TMS for anxiety. They are sorted by city below, and every other option is one click away.
The FDA has cleared TMS for OCD and for anxiety symptoms in adults with depression. For generalized anxiety it is used as an add-on, often when depression is present too. Ask each clinic which protocol it uses.
TMS sends focused magnetic pulses to the parts of the brain that handle mood and anxiety. You stay awake the whole time. There is no anesthesia and no recovery period. Many people read or listen to music during a session, then drive themselves home.
TMS is a Progressive option. It suits people who want relief without another medication, or who could not tolerate one. The best clinics pair it with ongoing therapy so the progress holds.
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TMS in Seattle, WA
7 listed for this city.
TMS in Orlando, FL
6 listed for this city.
TMS in New York, NY
5 listed for this city.
TMS in Los Angeles, CA
5 listed for this city.
TMS in San Diego, CA
5 listed for this city.
TMS in Raleigh, NC
4 listed for this city.
TMS in Houston, TX
4 listed for this city.
TMS in Huntington Beach, CA
4 listed for this city.
TMS in Newport Beach, CA
4 listed for this city.
TMS in Brandon, FL
3 listed for this city.
TMS in Wilmington, NC
3 listed for this city.
TMS for anxiety: questions people ask
Is TMS approved for anxiety?
The FDA has cleared it for OCD and for anxiety that comes with depression. For general anxiety, clinics use it as an add-on, most often when depression is also part of the picture. Ask which protocol a clinic runs before you book.
Does TMS hurt?
Most people feel a tapping on the scalp. It usually fades as you get used to it. There are no needles, no surgery and no sedation.
How long does treatment take?
A standard course is a short session each weekday for about six weeks. Newer accelerated schedules fit the work into less time. Each clinic will explain its own plan.
Will insurance pay for TMS?
Insurance often covers it for depression that has not improved with medication. Coverage for other uses differs, so check with the clinic when you call.
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