About TMS
FDA-approved transcranial magnetic stimulation for treatment-resistant depression. Non-invasive, medication-free breakthrough treatment with proven results.
How TMS works
1. Initial Consultation
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation with Dr. Je Ko to determine if TMS is right for you.
2. Mapping Session
Precise brain mapping to identify optimal treatment locations for maximum effectiveness.
3. Treatment Series
Daily 37-minute sessions over 6-9 weeks. Relax while magnetic pulses stimulate healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about TMS therapy
Transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, is a non-invasive procedure covered by your health insurance. It's proven to effectively treat Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and other severe mental health conditions.
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy TMS treatment requires no drugs, needles, surgery, or pain. Unlike antidepressants, which circulate through your bloodstream and can cause side effects throughout your body, NeuroStar Advanced Therapy TMS directly targets your brain. It's a low-risk treatment that only takes a little time out of your day.
At Westwood Minds in LA, we start each patient's treatment with a comprehensive medical exam to determine any potential risks of NeuroStar Advanced Therapy TMS and ensure your safety. We see patients from communities of Beverly Hills, Culver City, LA, surrounding areas, and even out of state.
Real results from real patients
Discover how TMS therapy has transformed lives and provided lasting relief from depression.
"Life-changing treatment"
After 20 years of depression and failed medications, TMS gave me my life back. I feel like myself again.
"No more side effects"
TMS worked where antidepressants failed. No weight gain, no sexual side effects - just relief from depression.
"Back to being mom"
Postpartum depression kept me from bonding with my baby. TMS helped me become the mother I wanted to be.
"Hope restored"
I had given up hope until Dr. Ko recommended TMS. Now I wake up excited about life again.
Ready to explore TMS therapy?
Contact us to schedule a consultation with Dr. Je Ko and find out if TMS is the right treatment for you.