Defeat your depression to remission with TMS
Non-Invasive, FDA- Approved
Safe & Effective
Covered by Most Major Health Insurances
Available NOW at Bright Horizons Psychiatry
What is TMS Therapy?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a safe, non-invasive treatment that uses gentle magnetic pulses to activate the areas of the brain involved in mood. There’s no medication, no anesthesia, and no downtime — you sit comfortably in a chair while the treatment works.
Most people describe it as a light tapping on the scalp, and many begin feeling improvement in mood, energy, and clarity over a series of sessions. TMS is FDA-approved and often covered by insurance for depression that hasn’t improved enough with medication.
THE PROCESS
How Does It Work?
No Cost Consult
Mental Health Evaluation With An Expert Member Of Our Care Team
Pre-Assessment
Licensed Depression Specialist
Designs A Personalized Treatment Plan
Treatment
Begin Treatment & Feel Improvement Within The First Two Days
TRUSTED BY
Word-class universities & educational institutes
and many more
How TMS Therapy at Bright Horizons Psychiatry Works
COVERED BY INSURANCE
Over 300 million lives are covered for TMS therapy
and many more
Safe & FDA Cleared
TMS Therapy is FDA Cleared and highly effective in treating depression.
Covered by Insurance
Almost all major insurance plans cover TMS therapy.
No Systemic Side Effects
Most patients experience relief within a few
hours.
Dr. Amir Etesam, MD
Dr. Amir Etesam, MD, is a Johns Hopkins–trained, Board-Certified, psychiatrist and the founder of Bright Horizons Psychiatry in North Bethesda, Maryland. He is a distinguished member of Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA), the nation’s most respected medical honor society, recognizing excellence in scholarship and integrity in medicine.
Dr. Etesam’s clinical work is exclusively focused on patients with treatment-resistant major depressive disorder (TRD)—those who have not improved despite multiple trials of medication and therapy. His practice centers on advanced neuromodulation therapies, including Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) provided in a private, state-of-the-art setting designed for comfort and healing.
He no longer accepts new patients for other psychiatric conditions such as anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD. For patients seeking care for other psychiatric conditions—such as anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and general mood or behavioral concerns—a highly trained team of psychiatric nurse practitioners works side-by-side with, and under the close supervision of Dr. Etesam. This collaborative model ensures that every patient receives the same standard of thoughtful, evidence-based care that defines Bright Horizons Psychiatry.
TESTIMONIALS
What people say about us
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Therapy for depression?
Transcranial magnetic stimulation, often referred to as TMS is a noninvasive procedure that uses magnetic fields to stimulate nerve cells in the brain to improve symptoms of depression. TMS is typically used when antidepressant medications haven’t been effective, have ceased working, or as an alternative to medication.
Q2. How does TMS Therapy Treatments differ from traditional antidepressants?
TMS does not circulate in the blood throughout the body, so it does not have side effects like weight gain, sexual dysfunction, nausea, dry mouth, sedation, etc. The most common side effects reported during clinical trials were headache and scalp discomfort —generally mild to moderate—occurring less frequently after the first week of treatment.
Q3. Who is a good candidate for TMS Therapy?
It's typically recommended for individuals with treatment-resistant depression, specifically those who have not responded to traditional mental health treatment.
Q4. How long does it take to see results from TMS Therapy Treatment?
People will normally see results within the first two weeks. A typical initial course of treatment is about 15-30 minutes daily over 6-9 weeks.
Q5. Is TMS Therapy safe?
When administered under professional supervision, TMS is considered safe and effective with little to no side effects
Q6. How long do the effects of TMS Therapy Treatment last?
The duration of relief from depression symptoms varies. Some patients may experience benefits for weeks to months. Regular follow-up treatments may be necessary to maintain the effects.
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