What Conditions Does Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) Typically Help Treat?

For many individuals in Beverly Hills and surrounding communities, the search for effective, non-invasive mental health treatment can feel endless—especially when traditional therapies and medications haven’t offered the relief they’d hoped for. At Renaissance Behavioral Medicine, we believe in offering solutions that are both scientifically backed and truly life-changing. One such treatment that’s gained increasing attention in recent years is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or TMS.

What Is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)?

TMS is a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment that uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate specific areas of the brain associated with mood regulation. It’s a well-tolerated procedure that doesn’t require anesthesia, and patients can return to their regular activities immediately afterward. At our Beverly Hills office, TMS is administered in a calm, private setting—because healing should feel comfortable, not clinical.

How Does TMS Work?

Think of TMS as a way to “reboot” the parts of the brain that have gone quiet due to conditions like depression. Using a specialized magnetic coil placed gently against the scalp, TMS delivers focused pulses to the prefrontal cortex—an area often underactive in those struggling with mood disorders.

Unlike medications, which affect the whole body and often come with a laundry list of side effects, TMS targets only the brain region involved in emotional regulation. Over a series of sessions, these pulses help reawaken neural pathways, improving communication in the brain and gradually lifting symptoms.

What Does TMS Help Treat?

TMS is most commonly known for treating major depressive disorder (MDD)—especially in individuals who haven’t responded to traditional antidepressants. If you’ve tried multiple medications or therapy and still find yourself stuck in a cycle of low mood, fatigue, or hopelessness, TMS may be worth considering.

But depression isn’t the only condition TMS can support. Patients in Beverly Hills and surrounding areas have found relief through TMS for:

• Anxiety disorders – including generalized anxiety and panic attacks

• Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) – by targeting circuits involved in repetitive thoughts and behaviors

• Bipolar depression – for some individuals, TMS can be a helpful addition to mood stabilizers

• PTSD – TMS may assist in regulating the fight-or-flight response and calming the nervous system

• Postpartum depression – a safe, drug-free option for new mothers looking to reclaim their emotional balance

Dr. Etefia carefully evaluates each individual’s symptoms and history to determine if TMS is the right fit. No two patients are alike—and your treatment shouldn’t be either.

A Local Approach to Advanced Mental Health Care

Living in Beverly Hills comes with a fast-paced lifestyle and high expectations, but mental health doesn’t always follow that same rhythm. Many of our patients are professionals, creatives, and parents—people who are high-functioning in many areas of life but still silently battling inner struggles. TMS provides a discreet, time-efficient, and highly effective path forward.

If you or someone you love is dealing with depression or struggling with a mood disorder, schedule a consultation with Renaissance Behavioral Medicine. Dr. Etefia is here to help guide you through your mental health journey with compassion, expertise, and innovative solutions like TMS therapy. Visit our office in Beverly Hills, California, or call (213) 262-0888 to book an appointment today.