BrainsWay TMS / Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Board-Certified in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry, General Psychiatrist, Board-Certified Psychiatrist & Psychiatry located in Spring, TX
A different path forward when depression hasn’t improved enough
Depression can affect your energy, relationships, sleep, and ability to enjoy everyday life. If antidepressant treatment hasn’t provided enough relief, another treatment option may help.
At Olayinka M. Ayeni, MD, PLLC, we offer BrainsWay Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or Deep TMS—a noninvasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate brain regions involved in mood regulation.
Contact our Spring, Texas, office to schedule a consultation and learn whether Deep TMS may be right for you.
BrainsWay Deep TMS uses a specialized treatment helmet containing a magnetic coil. The coil delivers magnetic pulses to targeted areas of the brain associated with depression.
Treatment does not require surgery, anesthesia, or sedation. You remain awake and alert during each session. BrainsWay Deep TMS is FDA-cleared for major depressive disorder under specific treatment indications.
Deep TMS may be an option for people with major depressive disorder who have not experienced sufficient improvement with antidepressant medication.
A consultation includes a review of your symptoms, previous treatments, medications, and medical history. Our psychiatric team will assess whether Deep TMS is appropriate and discuss how it may fit into your overall treatment plan.
Eligibility depends on your diagnosis, age, medical history, and the treatment protocol being considered. Insurance coverage requirements may differ from clinical eligibility.
Before treatment begins, your provider determines the appropriate stimulation settings and helmet placement.
During each session:
Deep TMS is delivered as a series of treatments. A conventional depression treatment course commonly involves appointments five days per week for approximately four to six weeks, with continuation sessions when appropriate.
Your provider will explain your recommended schedule, monitor your progress, and adjust the plan based on your needs and the prescribed protocol. Improvement varies, and results are not guaranteed.
Possible side effects include scalp discomfort, headache, and temporary facial or jaw muscle twitching. These effects often lessen as treatment progresses.
Seizures are a rare but serious risk. Tell your provider about any seizure history, brain injury, implanted medical devices, metal in or near your head, and all medications you take. Certain implants or metal objects can make treatment unsafe. Your provider will complete a safety screening before treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Deep TMS uses magnetic stimulation and does not require anesthesia or intentionally induce a seizure.
Do not stop or change any medication on your own. Your psychiatric provider will review your medications and explain which treatments should continue during your Deep TMS course.
Coverage depends on your insurance plan, diagnosis, previous treatment history, and authorization requirements. Contact our office to discuss the benefits-verification process and potential out-of-pocket costs.
Schedule a Deep TMS Consultation
If depression continues to affect your life despite treatment, contact Olayinka M. Ayeni, MD, PLLC in Spring, Texas. We’ll review your treatment history, answer your questions, and help you understand whether BrainsWay Deep TMS is an appropriate next step.
Request your consultation today.