What is TMS Therapy for Depression?
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS therapy) is a non-invasive, evidence-based treatment for depression that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. It is often used for individuals whose depression has not improved with antidepressant medications or who experience side effects from medications. TMS therapy works by delivering targeted magnetic […]
Why Choose Accelerated TMS Therapy?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS, is an effective, safe, non-pharmacological approach to treat depression, anxiety, OCD, and smoking cessation by stimulating nerve cells in your brain. There are several different ways a mental health provider can administer TMS therapy, including deep TMS, accelerated TMS, repetitive TMS, theta burst stimulation, and many more. At A Better […]
FDA Approves TMS Therapy for Treating Depression in Adolescents
TMS Therapy, or transcranial magnetic stimulation, is a safe and innovative approach to treat mental health conditions by stimulating targeted areas of the brain. TMS is considered an especially effective treatment for patients that struggle with depression and anxiety. While TMS therapy was originally developed in the 1980s, there have been significant improvements in the […]
Can a Therapist Prescribe Medication?
Are you trying to better your mental health and well-being but unsure who to see? You might wonder, can a therapist prescribe medication? Or what’s the difference between a therapist, psychologist, and psychiatrist? It can be confusing! It’s important to know who to see for what so you get the best possible care. So, today, […]
What is a Sleep Psychiatrist?
Sleep struggles are the mother of all problems. Tossing and turning. Waking up in the middle of the night. Feeling tired all day. Whether you sleep too little or too much, it affects everything. Not getting quality sleep is more than frustrating; it’s vital for our physical and mental well-being. We all experience sleep problems […]
Collaborative Care Model
The Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) is a proven, team-based approach that integrates mental health services into primary care, making psychiatric care more accessible and effective. In this model, primary care providers, behavioral health care managers, and consulting psychiatrists work together to deliver evidence-based treatment for common mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. By leveraging […]
How Effective is TMS Therapy?
Learn about TMS therapy, a non-invasive treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, and more, with high success rates and minimal side effects. What is TMS Therapy? TMS, or transcranial magnetic stimulation, is a non-invasive treatment method that includes the delivery of electromagnetic pulses to targeted areas of the brain to improve symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, […]
Types of Child Behavioral Problems
Children can have a number of reasons for behavioral issues and they can manifest in very different ways. At the root of most of these disorders, the child is likely experiencing some level of fear, insecurity, sadness, or anger and the resulting behaviors have a large impact on the child themselves as well as the […]
Pros and Cons of Therapy for College Students
College students across the country are experiencing a mental health crisis. The pressures of academic achievement and financial stress, coupled with the pervasive influence of technology and social media, has reshaped the college experience. In the wake of the pandemic, keeping aspects of the college experience virtual has been great for accessibility, but many students […]
Social Anxiety Treatment Options
Social anxiety is a common struggle that can affect various aspects of life, making everyday interactions feel overwhelming. Fortunately, effective treatment options are available to help manage social anxiety and improve quality of life. These treatment options generally fall into two categories: self-managed approaches, including at-home and natural techniques, and professional treatments, such as therapy […]