When depression continues despite medication, therapy or other treatments, it can feel exhausting to keep searching for what might help.
You may have tried different medications. You may have engaged in therapy. You may feel like you’ve run out of options.
You haven’t.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment option for people living with treatment-resistant depression.
At Avive Health, TMS is delivered as part of a broader treatment pathway that considers the whole person – including mood, sleep, movement, nutrition and ongoing psychiatric care.
TMS may be suitable if you:
Treatment type
Non-invasive brain stimulation
Suitable for
People living with treatment-resistant depression
Treatment approach
Can be delivered alongside medication and psychological therapy
Anaesthetic or sedation
Not required
Setting
Inpatient
Location
Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula
Care team
Psychiatrists, nurses
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment that uses targeted magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain involved in mood regulation.
Treatment is delivered while you are awake and seated comfortably. No surgery, anaesthetic or sedation is required.
TMS has become an established treatment option for people experiencing treatment-resistant depression and may be considered when other treatments have not provided sufficient relief.
During treatment, a specialised device delivers magnetic pulses to targeted areas of the brain associated with depression.
These pulses stimulate neural pathways involved in mood and emotional regulation.
Treatment typically occurs over a series of sessions, with your treating psychiatrist determining the most appropriate treatment plan for your circumstances.
At Avive, TMS is not viewed as a standalone treatment.
Our approach considers the broader factors that influence mental health and recovery, including sleep, physical health, nutrition, psychology and psychiatric care.
For some people, TMS forms one part of a comprehensive treatment plan designed to support lasting improvement and recovery.
Living with ongoing depression can affect every aspect of life – your relationships, work, confidence, motivation and sense of hope.
If previous treatments haven’t helped enough, it doesn’t mean recovery isn’t possible.
TMS may offer another pathway for people living with treatment-resistant depression.
Our team can help you understand whether TMS may be appropriate and what the next steps involve.
If you would like to learn more about TMS, speak with our team today.
We’ll help you understand the treatment, referral requirements and whether TMS may be suitable for your circumstances.
Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula
Call: 1800 284 830
Email: [email protected]
TMS stands for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. It is a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain involved in mood regulation.
TMS is commonly considered for people experiencing treatment-resistant depression, particularly when other treatments have not provided sufficient improvement.
In many cases, yes. TMS is often delivered alongside existing medications and psychological therapies. Your treating psychiatrist or doctor will determine the most appropriate treatment approach for your circumstances.
No. TMS is a non-invasive treatment that does not require anaesthetic, sedation or surgery.
Most people tolerate TMS well. Some people experience mild discomfort or a tapping sensation at the treatment site, particularly during early sessions.
Treatment schedules vary between individuals. Your psychiatrist will discuss the recommended number and frequency of sessions during assessment.
Response times vary from person to person. Your clinical team will monitor your progress throughout treatment and discuss expected outcomes based on your individual circumstances.
A referral is generally required to determine whether TMS is clinically appropriate. You can also contact our team directly to discuss the process and next steps.
TMS is available at Avive Clinic Mornington Peninsula, Mount Eliza.