If you're considering Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) in Quincy, you may be wondering: "Do I have to switch psychiatrists to receive TMS therapy?"

The good news is no—in fact we require that patients continue to work with their current treatment team.

At SEPA TMS Center, we believe TMS should complement your existing mental healthcare whenever possible. We work collaboratively with your psychiatrist, primary care provider, therapist, or other healthcare professionals to help ensure continuity of care throughout your treatment.

TMS Is Designed to Work Alongside Your Existing Care

Many patients who come to SEPA TMS Center already have an established relationship with a psychiatrist or therapist.

Rather than replacing your current provider, TMS is integrated into your existing treatment plan. Our clinical team communicates with your referring provider when appropriate, keeping them informed about your progress and treatment course.

Our goal is to provide specialized TMS treatment while allowing you to continue receiving ongoing psychiatric care from the provider you know and trust.

What If I Don't Have a Psychiatrist?

That's okay too. Some patients are referred by their primary care physician, while others contact SEPA TMS Center directly to learn whether they're candidates for treatment.

If you don't currently have a psychiatrist, our team can guide you through the evaluation process and help determine the most appropriate next steps based on your individual needs.

How Does the Evaluation Process Work?

Before beginning TMS therapy, you'll meet with one of our experienced providers for a comprehensive evaluation.

During your consultation, we'll review:

• Your history of depression
• Previous medications and treatments
• Current symptoms
• Medical history
• Insurance eligibility
• Whether TMS may be an appropriate treatment option

If you're already working with a psychiatrist, we'll coordinate with them whenever appropriate throughout your care.

Why Collaboration Matters

Depression treatment often involves more than one healthcare professional.

By communicating with your psychiatrist or referring provider, we help ensure that everyone involved in your care understands your treatment plan and progress.

This collaborative approach allows patients to receive specialized TMS therapy while maintaining continuity with the providers who know their history best.

TMS Treatment Options at SEPA TMS Center

Because every patient is different, SEPA TMS Center offers multiple FDA-cleared treatment protocols.

Standard TMS

Our Traditional FDA-cleared protocol includes:

• Sessions typically lasting about 15 minutes or less
• 36 daily treatments over approximately 9 weeks
• Delivers repetitive magnetic stimulation to targeted mood-regulating brain circuits
• Backed by extensive long-term research data

Standard TMS remains the most established treatment protocol and is covered by almost all insurance providers for eligible patients.

Theta Burst TMS (iTBS)

We also offer Theta Burst TMS (iTBS), an FDA-cleared form of TMS designed to provide a shorter treatment session.

Features include:

• FDA-cleared protocol
• Approximately 3-minute sessions
• 36 daily treatments over approximately 9 weeks
• Uses patterned, high-frequency bursts that mimic natural brain rhythms (theta waves)
• Designed to deliver comparable therapeutic stimulation in a shorter timeframe

Many patients appreciate the convenience of the shorter appointment length while receiving an FDA-cleared treatment option.

Accelerated Protocol

For eligible patients, SEPA TMS Center also offers an FDA-cleared Accelerated Protocol.

This treatment includes:

• Approximately 9-minute sessions
• 50 Theta Burst treatments delivered over 5 days
• Uses patterned, high-frequency bursts that mimic natural brain rhythms (theta waves)

The Accelerated Protocol condenses treatment into a much shorter overall schedule for eligible patients. Insurance coverage varies by individual insurance plan.

Will My Medications Change?

Preferably not while undergoing TMS. Changing medications while starting TMS makes it hard to tell what caused the improvemet. Every patient's treatment plan is individualized. Some patients continue their current medications throughout TMS treatment, while others may discuss medication adjustments with their psychiatrist over time.

Any decisions regarding psychiatric medications should be made in collaboration with your prescribing provider.

Why Patients Near Quincy Choose SEPA TMS Center

Patients from Quincy, Braintree, Randolph, Milton, Canton, Holbrook, Weymouth, Avon, Brockton, Norwood, Dedham, Stoughton, Taunton, and surrounding Massachusetts communities choose SEPA TMS Center because we provide:

• Multiple FDA-cleared TMS treatment options
• Collaboration with existing psychiatrists and healthcare providers
• Personalized treatment recommendations
• Insurance verification assistance
• Compassionate, experienced clinical care
• Convenient treatment scheduling

Continue Your Care With Confidence

If you're interested in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Quincy, you typically do not need to change psychiatrists to begin treatment.

At SEPA TMS Center, we work closely with patients and their healthcare providers to make the process as seamless as possible. Whether you're referred by a psychiatrist, a primary care provider, or you contact us directly, our team is here to answer your questions and determine whether TMS is right for you.

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