TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) is a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for treatment-resistant depression and OCD that uses targeted magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain involved in mood regulation. A typical TMS course is 5 days per week for 4-6 weeks, with each session lasting about 20-40 minutes. TMS does not involve anesthesia or sedation — you're awake and alert throughout, and you drive yourself home afterward. Approximately 50-60% of patients with treatment-resistant depression achieve clinically significant response with TMS. At Positive Reset Eatontown, TMS is delivered in our Eatontown office (TMS requires in-person visits). We accept NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid), Medicare, and most major commercial insurance for TMS, with prior authorization handled by our team before treatment begins.
Conditions we treat with tms therapy
TMS Therapy is one of several evidence-based approaches we use. Specific conditions and presentations where this modality is commonly indicated:
Insurance and cost
TMS Therapy is covered by NJ FamilyCare (Medicaid) — all 5 MCOs at $0 out-of-pocket for most members, and by most major commercial plans under the federal Mental Health Parity Act. We verify benefits in writing before your first visit.
Clinicians who provide tms therapy
Common questions about tms therapy
Do you offer TMS therapy?
Yes. We offer Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for adults with treatment-resistant depression — meaning depression that hasn't responded to at least two adequate trials of antidepressant medication. A typical TMS course is 5 days a week for 4–6 weeks. Most insurance plans cover TMS for treatment-resistant depression with prior authorization; we handle that paperwork.Do I need therapy, medication, or both?
It depends on the condition and your preferences. Mild-to-moderate anxiety and depression often respond well to therapy alone. Severe depression, bipolar disorder, severe OCD, and ADHD typically require medication, sometimes alone but more often combined with therapy. Treatment-resistant depression may benefit from TMS. We make this recommendation after the first 1–2 sessions, and you always have the final say.How long does treatment usually take?
For most outpatient mental health concerns, therapy runs 8–20 sessions over 3–6 months. Some people stay longer for ongoing support; others finish in fewer sessions. Medication is more variable — some people take an antidepressant for 6–12 months, others longer. We re-evaluate the plan every 90 days so you're not paying for sessions you don't need.What therapy modalities do your clinicians use?
We use evidence-based modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Behavioral Activation, and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. Each clinician has primary modalities they're trained in — we match you to a clinician based on your concern and preferences.How long until I can be seen?
Most new patients are seen within 7–14 days of their first call. Telehealth visits often have shorter wait times than in-person. If you're in crisis, call us — we triage same-week appointments for active safety concerns where appropriate, or refer you to crisis resources if our outpatient setting isn't the right level of care.How do I book my first appointment?
Call (732) 724-1234, or use the booking form on this site. The first call takes 10–15 minutes — we verify insurance, ask about your concern, and match you with the right clinician. We confirm your first appointment by phone or email within 24 business hours.
References
- Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is FDA-approved for treatment-resistant depression. FDA (opens in new tab).
- TMS achieves clinically significant response in approximately 50-60% of patients with treatment-resistant depression. APA (opens in new tab).
- TMS is FDA-approved for treatment-resistant OCD as of 2018 and for major depression as of 2008. NIMH (opens in new tab).