TMS Therapy for Depression in Brea, CA
A non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment option for depression when medications haven't helped enough. No anesthesia, and you can drive yourself home.
In person at the Brea office only: 2812 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821
TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment for depression. A magnetic coil placed against the head sends short magnetic pulses to an area of the brain involved in mood. You stay awake, need no anesthesia, and can drive after each session. At Peaceful Presence, TMS is offered in person at the Brea office.
- FDA-cleared and non-invasive
- No anesthesia, and you can drive after
- A typical course is daily sessions over several weeks
- In person at the Brea office only
What TMS is
TMS uses magnetic pulses, similar to those used in an MRI, to stimulate nerve cells in a part of the brain that helps regulate mood. It is not electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). There is no seizure, no sedation, and no memory loss from the treatment itself.
During a session, you sit in a chair while a coil rests against your head. You hear clicking and feel a tapping on the scalp. Most people return to their normal day right after.
Who TMS may be right for
TMS is not the first step for everyone. It is one option we can talk through together.
Depression that hasn't improved enough with medication
If you've tried antidepressants and still struggle, or the side effects were hard to tolerate, TMS may be worth discussing.
People who want a non-medication option
TMS works differently from pills and can be used alone or alongside your current medication, depending on your plan.
People who can commit to the schedule
A typical course means sessions most weekdays for several weeks, so it helps to live or work near Brea.
How I approach TMS
Before TMS, I complete a full psychiatric evaluation and review your past treatments, your health, and any reasons TMS may not be safe for you, such as certain metal implants near the head or a history of seizures.
If TMS fits, I explain the schedule, what sessions feel like, and the common side effects, such as scalp discomfort or a headache. We track how you feel through the course and adjust your overall plan together.
If you are in crisis, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911.
What to expect
- 01
A free 15-minute call
No pressure and no commitment. Tell me what's going on, ask your questions, and we'll see together if this is the right next step.
- 02
An evaluation for TMS
A full review of your history, past treatments, and safety screening. Our office checks your insurance benefits for TMS.
- 03
Your first session
We find the right spot and strength for the coil. Later sessions are shorter.
- 04
Your course and follow-up
Sessions most weekdays for several weeks, with check-ins along the way and a plan for after the course ends.
Questions, answered.
Talk through whether TMS fits you.
It starts with a free 15-minute call. No pressure, no commitment.
Charles Scribner, PMHNP-BC · 2812 E Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821 · In person in Brea
This page is general education, not medical advice. Whether a treatment is right for you depends on a full evaluation.