TMS Treatment Centers Directory

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation has become one of the most widely studied and prescribed alternatives to medication for treatment-resistant depression. Sessions typically run 20 to 40 minutes, are administered five days a week for four to six weeks, and have a mild side-effect profile compared with traditional antidepressants — most patients report only minor scalp discomfort during the first few sessions.

TMS works by delivering precisely targeted magnetic pulses through a coil placed against the scalp. Those pulses generate small electrical currents in the underlying cortex, re-activating circuits that have become underactive in conditions like major depressive disorder. Newer protocols, including theta-burst stimulation and accelerated TMS, can shorten the overall course of treatment significantly.

Coverage varies by carrier, but most major insurers — including Medicare and many commercial plans — now reimburse TMS for qualifying patients. The clinics in this directory list the insurances they accept on each profile, so you can confirm coverage before scheduling a consultation.