Traditional TMS involves 36 separate visits over six weeks. Single-day accelerated TMS is a cutting-edge protocol built on recent neuroplasticity research. Because it is an advanced, out-of-network protocol, it offers unmatched time efficiency for patients with busy schedules.

Standard TMS devices are FDA-cleared for conditions like depression and anxiety. Delivering a full 20-session treatment course in a single accelerated day is an off-label clinical protocol based on recent neuroplasticity research.

By the end of the day, you will likely feel tired, like you took an exam or studied in the library all day. Plenty of people work, read, or listen to music between sessions. You will be able to drive yourself home after treatment. We just ask that you don't leave between sessions because being on schedule is important.

It varies, and we won't pretend to know.

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Then we'll say so. Medication management and psychotherapy are available here too, and for some people, that's the better place to start.

No. ECT induces a seizure under general anesthesia in a hospital setting. TMS is performed in a comfortable clinic chair without anesthesia or sedation, does not induce seizures, and has no adverse effects on memory. It is common to confuse the two, but TMS is entirely different.

TMS is not painful, though it produces a tapping sensation on the scalp accompanied by a clicking sound. Most patients adjust quickly within the first few minutes, and our primary focus is tailoring settings to keep you completely comfortable.

The most common side effects are temporary scalp tenderness or a mild headache, both of which are easily managed with over-the-counter pain relievers and fade quickly. Seizure risk is extremely rare (less than 0.1%)—comparable to or lower than the risk associated with many common daily antidepressant medications.

TMS is not suitable for individuals with non-removable magnetic metal implants in or near the head (such as aneurysm clips, deep brain stimulators, or metallic implants, excluding standard dental fillings and braces) or those with an uncontrolled seizure disorder.

Yes. Because TMS requires no sedation, anesthesia, or systemic medication that affects motor skills, you can safely drive yourself to and from the clinic and immediately return to your normal routine.

Response durability varies. Many patients experience lasting relief for months to years. For those who benefit from periodic maintenance, follow-up booster sessions are available and are typically shorter than the initial full-day protocol.

Response durability varies. Many patients experience lasting relief for months to years. For those who benefit from periodic maintenance, follow-up booster sessions are available and are typically shorter than the initial full-day protocol.

Please do not stop taking medications abruptly. You will continue taking your current medications throughout your TMS treatment. Once treatment is complete, your provider will work with you on your long-term medication goals, which may include safely tapering or reducing doses over time.

No. Rising Psychiatry does not bill to private insurance, medicaid, or medicare. We can provide itemized superbills for medication management visits, which many insurers reimburse at out-of-network rates.

Yes. Telehealth visits are available for residents located in Colorado. For patients seeking accelerated TMS who live outside of Colorado, we can conduct initial virtual consultations prior to your travel to our Colorado office for treatment.

Yes. We integrate specialized psychotherapy alongside medication management, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals, CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I), and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD.

Most psychiatric medications need four to six weeks at an optimal dose before you can judge their full effect. We will outline clear milestones and early signs of progress to watch for in the meantime.

In most cases, yes. Please bring your current medication list and recent medical records to your initial 60-minute evaluation so we can ensure a safe, seamless transition of care.

Then we will say so plainly. TMS and specialized psychotherapy are available here, and for many individuals, non-pharmacological interventions are a better place to start.