Bulk Billed TMS treatment for major depression
What is Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)?
TMS is a non-invasive procedure that improves the symptoms of depression using magnetic fields that stimulate nerve cells. An electromagnetic coil placed against your head delivers a magnetic pulse into the area of the brain involved in mood control. This specific region (known as the prefontal cortex) is typically underactive in depressed patients.
It is particularly effective for people who have experienced little or no success with common treatments, e.g., medication, psychotherapy and has been used to successfully treat thousands of patients with depression worldwide. TMS is usually recommended when a patient has been unresponsive to two or more antidepressants.
The stimulation takes 10-30 minutes and is typically given over consecutive weekdays in our clinic. While receiving stimulation, the patient is fully awake. TMS is usually well tolerated, with minimal side effects. It is a relatively pain-free procedure that is drug-free and offers fewer side effects compared to the alternatives. There are no anaesthetic or adverse effects on memory. In fact, memory and thinking may improve with TMS treatment for depression.
Some people have a profound and life-changing response to TMS treatment after trying many antidepressants and not getting better. For others who do not like the side effects of antidepressants, it is a non-chemical solution.
Magnetic pulses stimulate the brain region involved with mood regulation.
SUCCESSFUL
Effective, scientifically proven, safe and TGA approved.
BULK BILLED
Treatments can be covered by Medicare. See eligibility criteria below.
LOCAL SUPPORT
Caring clinicians administer treatment and review response.
NON-CHEMICAL
TMS is a safe, drug-free, painless, non-invasive treatment.
TMS at The Sherpah Clinic
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The Sherpah Clinic is a mental health clinic located at 13/4 Ventnor Avenue, West Perth. At The Sherpah Clinic we are focused on providing TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) as an alternative treatment for depression. We also offer counselling, group therapy, and a novel nasal spray treatment course for those with treatment resistant depression, however this treatment is not covered by Medicare.
Most people have heard of antidepressants for depression treatment, but TMS might offer an alternative for some people – for example, to people with depression for whom antidepressants haven’t been fully effective or aren’t an option because of side effects, or for medical reasons.
The Sherpah Clinic was created to meet the growing needs of the local community for a painless and effective treatment, and we guide patients through every step of the process, which is drug-free, effective, scientifically proven and safe.
It’s important to remember that TMS therapy isn’t suitable for everyone and will depend on the individual. It is important that individuals have a thorough psychiatric and medical evaluation to determine if a certain neurostimulation treatment will be suitable for them. TMS will only be prescribed after detailed consultation with one of The Sherpah Clinic’s psychiatrist’s
Testimonial
“I had an incredibly positive experience with The Sherpah Clinic. After suffering from medication resistant depression for over 25 years, I had almost given up hope of finding an effective treatment. But the team at The Sherpah Clinic was incredibly supportive and knowledgeable, and they recommended transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as a non-pharmaceutical treatment option. I was skeptical at first, but after completing the treatment, I can confidently say that it has been life-changing. My depression symptoms have improved significantly, and I am now able to live a more fulfilling life. I highly recommend The Sherpah Clinic to anyone struggling with depression.”
— Tanya, Sherpah Clinic patient
Eligibility
Contact us.
Email: contact@sherpah.com.au
Mobile: 0484714419
Address: 13/4 Ventnor Avenue, West Perth 6005, Australia