Adult TMS Therapy in Los Angeles, CA
Adult TMS therapy at Breakthrough TMS is FDA-cleared BrainsWay Deep TMS for adults across Los Angeles (depression, anxious depression, and OCD), delivered at our Glendale office. Sessions are brief, outpatient, and medication-free, scheduled on weekdays around work. If medication or therapy has not been enough, Deep TMS may be the next step.
Medically reviewed by Artur Saakyan, MD
Treatment That Fits an Adult Life
Adult mental health struggles are often invisible. You can be working, parenting, and showing up, while feeling numb, anxious, exhausted, or stuck inside your own head. TMS is designed to work around that reality: sessions are short. Most are about 20 minutes or less. There is no anesthesia and no recovery time, and most patients drive themselves and return to normal activities right after. Treatment happens on weekdays, on a schedule we plan with you up front.
Conditions We Treat
Breakthrough TMS offers FDA-cleared Deep TMS protocols for:
- Depression, for adults who have not improved enough with medication or therapy
- OCD, with a specialized coil and guided activation protocol
- Smoking addiction, FDA-cleared as an aid for short-term smoking cessation
- Anxious depression, FDA-cleared to reduce anxiety symptoms with depression
- Late-life depression, with FDA-cleared labeling that covers adults through age 86
Prefer a faster schedule? Ask about accelerated Deep TMS, an FDA-cleared protocol for major depression that condenses the core course into six treatment days instead of a six-week schedule.
Why Adults Choose Breakthrough TMS
- Outpatient care that fits a work schedule
- Non-invasive, non-drug approach
- A TMS-only clinic focused on precision and consistency
- BrainsWay Deep TMS technology with condition-specific protocols
Cost & Insurance
Many plans cover TMS for depression, and coverage for other indications varies. We verify benefits first, then review self-pay options if needed. You will know what treatment costs before you start. See the plans we work with.
What to Expect at Breakthrough TMS
Consultation
We review your symptoms, treatment history, medications, and safety factors to confirm whether TMS is appropriate.
Personalization
We identify the best coil position and stimulation level for you, then set your treatment plan for comfort, precision, and consistency.
Brief Sessions
You come in for short appointments on weekdays. You stay awake, there is no anesthesia, and most patients return to normal activities right after.
Progress Tracking
We monitor symptoms and your experience throughout the course, then make small adjustments to support comfort and results.
Want more detail on any step? How TMS works covers mapping, session length, and standard vs. accelerated schedules.
Adult TMS FAQs
Can I keep working during treatment?
Yes. That is one of the main reasons adults choose TMS. Sessions are brief, scheduled on weekdays, and there is no anesthesia or recovery time, so most patients return to work or normal activities right after each visit.
How long does a full course take?
Treatment length varies by condition and protocol. A full course runs about 8 weeks: sessions 5 days a week for 6 weeks, plus 2 weeks of taper sessions. Some protocols take significantly less time. Your first visit is longer because it includes mapping.
Do I need to stop my current medication?
Not necessarily. Many patients continue medications during TMS. We review your medication list during screening and coordinate with your prescribing clinician when appropriate.
Get Answers About TMS
Find Out if You Are a Candidate
In your consultation, we will review your symptoms and treatment history, confirm eligibility, explain the appropriate FDA-cleared protocol, and walk you through insurance and scheduling.
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