Traveling for treatment

Accelerated One-Day TMS in Steamboat Springs

Designed for out-of-town patients
Full course in one visit, not six weeks
Pairs with a mountain getaway

THE SHORT VERSION

The trip, in brief

Why travel

Complete your full TMS treatment course in a single day (or split across two consecutive days) instead of relocating for six to eight weeks.

Clinic location

Rising Psychiatry, 1205 Hilltop Parkway, Suite 202, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487.

How to get here

Fly directly into Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN), a 30-minute drive to town, or take a scenic 3-hour drive (157 miles) from Denver International Airport (DEN).

Rest & recreation

Pair your care with a trip to the mountains, skiing, hiking, biking, or relaxing at the local hot springs and spas before or after your session.

Follow-up

We partner directly with your existing healthcare providers back home to ensure a seamless transition and continuity of care.

Clinical transparency

Standard TMS devices are FDA-cleared for depression and anxiety. Delivering a full course in an accelerated, single-day protocol is an off-label delivery model grounded in recent neuroplasticity research.

Why travel

One day, not six weeks

Standard TMS protocols require patients to visit a clinic five days a week for 6 to 8 consecutive weeks. Uprooting your work, family life, or daily routine for a month and a half is simply not realistic for those living outside a major metro area.


Accelerated One-Day TMS condenses that timeline into a single, highly structured day. You plan one short trip, complete your protocol in a comfortable private setting, and return home to resume your life, saving significant time and life disruption.

The only clinic of its kind in the region

Rising Psychiatry is the only clinic in Colorado outside Denver offering One-Day TMS, and the only outpatient TMS provider in the mountain region.

Make a mountain getaway of it

Treatment built around recreation & rest

Because treatment takes just one day, it can fit into a broader trip to the Yampa Valley. Steamboat Springs offers a world-class mountain environment, giving you the space to recharge mentally and physically before or after your care.

  • Outdoor recreation

    Ski or snowboard at Steamboat Ski Resort, mountain bike, or hike the alpine trails.

  • Rest & recovery

    Unwind after treatment at Strawberry Park Hot Springs or a local spa.

  • Bring a companion

    Friends and family can explore town, hit the slopes, or dine while you're in session.

Getting to Steamboat Springs

Travel options & local transit

BY AIR · HDN

Yampa Valley Regional Airport (Hayden, CO)

30 min to clinic
  • Direct flights from major US hubs

TIP

Arrange airport shuttles or rental cars in advance, as local ride-shares can be limited.

Private aviation

Bob Adams Field (Steamboat Springs, CO)

10 min to clinic
  • Handles private & chartered aircraft directly in town

TIP

The closest option, you land minutes from the clinic.

By road · DEN

Denver Airport to Steamboat Springs

157 mi - 2.5–3 hr
  • Scenic drive via I-70 W & US-40 W over Rabbit Ears Pass

TIP

Year-round shuttles run directly between DEN and Steamboat if you'd rather not drive.

Plan your visit

What your trip looks like

Settle in
Day 1 - Arrive & explore

Settle in

Arrive in Steamboat, enjoy local dining, and settle in so you begin treatment well-rested.

Settle in
Day 1 - Arrive & explore

Settle in

Arrive in Steamboat, enjoy local dining, and settle in so you begin treatment well-rested.

Full-day protocol
Day 2 - Treatment day

Full-day protocol

Your One-Day TMS protocol runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, with structured rest intervals between sessions.

Full-day protocol
Day 2 - Treatment day

Full-day protocol

Your One-Day TMS protocol runs 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM, with structured rest intervals between sessions.

Recover, then home
Day 3+ - Rest & recreation

Recover, then home

Hit the slopes, visit the spa, or head home once you feel fully refreshed.

Recover, then home
Day 3+ - Rest & recreation

Recover, then home

Hit the slopes, visit the spa, or head home once you feel fully refreshed.

Good to know before your visit

  • Arrive the day before

    We strongly recommend arriving in Steamboat Springs the afternoon or evening before your appointment so you begin treatment well-rested.

  • Treatment day expectations

    You will receive 20 brief stimulation sessions spaced by 30-minute rest intervals. By the end of the day, you will likely feel mentally tired - similar to how you feel after an intense day of studying or problem-solving.

  • Overnight recovery

    Plan to stay in town the night of your treatment day rather than driving long distances or flying home immediately that evening.

How we assist with logistics

We help you plan your trip

When you schedule your free 15-minute consultation, we do more than review your clinical candidacy- we help you structure your visit:

Timing & scheduling

Aligning your treatment day with optimal travel and recreation windows.

Lodging recommendations

Pointing you toward quiet hotels, condos, or resorts near our Hilltop Parkway office.

Local ground transport

Helping you identify reliable shuttle services from Denver (DEN) or Hayden (HDN).

Continuity of care back home

Collaborative follow-up with your local team

You don't need to navigate your recovery alone once you leave Steamboat. Post-treatment check-ins occur at 2, 4, and 6 weeks, which can easily be conducted via remote telehealth visits.


More importantly, we believe in collaborative care. With your permission, we communicate directly with your primary care physician, psychiatrist, or therapist back home - sharing treatment summaries and aligning on long-term goals so your local team is fully equipped to support your ongoing progress.

Still deciding?

Let's talk it through

A free 15-minute call with Michael - no charge, no pressure, and a straight answer about the right treatment for you.