Psychiatry & Mental Health
TMS Therapy for Depression in Medical Lake
TMS Therapy is an FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment for major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant depression. If traditional medications haven’t helped or have caused unwanted side effects, TMS offers a proven, drug-free alternative — with real, lasting results and no downtime.
● VA & TriCare Accepted ● In-Person Treatments ● Medical Lake, WA
TMS is right for you if
✓ Antidepressants haven’t worked
✓ You want to avoid medication side effects
✓ Treatment-Resistant Depression
✓ MDD with Suicidal Ideation
✓ PTSD-Related Depression
✓ Veterans & First Responders
✓ Covered by VA, TriCare, Medicare & Medicaid
✓ No surgery, no sedation, no downtime
✓ You want to avoid medication side effects
✓ Treatment-Resistant Depression
✓ MDD with Suicidal Ideation
✓ PTSD-Related Depression
✓ Veterans & First Responders
✓ Covered by VA, TriCare, Medicare & Medicaid
✓ No surgery, no sedation, no downtime
Our approach
Drug-Free Depression Relief That Works
At Essential Psychiatry in Medical Lake, we provide Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy — the preferred and recommended treatment for patients who have not found relief with antidepressant medications. TMS uses gentle, repetitive magnetic pulses to stimulate the area of the brain that controls mood, activating depressed neural activity and lifting symptoms — without medication, surgery, or sedation.
FDA-Approved & Proven
TMS is FDA-approved for major depressive disorder and has an established track record of clinical effectiveness. It is the recommended next step after failed antidepressant therapy and is covered by most major insurance plans including VA, TriCare, TriWest, Medicare, Medicaid, and major medical.
Non-Invasive & Comfortable
No surgery. No anaesthesia. No electrodes. An electromagnetic coil is applied to the forehead close to the scalp and delivers a painless magnetic pulse — you remain awake and seated throughout. Side effects are minimal and most patients return to normal activities immediately after each session.
Short Treatment, Long Relief
TMS is typically administered 5 days a week for 6 weeks, with each session lasting just 20–30 minutes. Many patients begin noticing improvement within 2–3 weeks. For some, relief lasts months or even years after treatment ends — sometimes permanently.
Your questions answered
Everything You Need to Know About TMS
What is TMS Therapy?
TMS therapy delivers repetitive magnetic pulses to the brain — also known as rTMS (repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation). It is a non-invasive, outpatient procedure that requires no medication and no recovery time.
How does it work?
An electromagnetic coil is applied to the forehead close to the scalp and delivers a painless magnetic pulse. This stimulates the nerve cells in the area of the brain which controls mood and depression. The stimulation activates regions with depressed neural activity, which decreases symptoms of depression and promotes a more positive mood.
Is it safe?
TMS is non-invasive — no surgery, no electrodes, no sedation required. Side effects are minimal and may include mild headaches, scalp discomfort at the treatment site, or slight tingling and light-headedness. Rare side effects include seizures and hearing loss if ear protection is not used. Patients with bipolar disorder may experience mania — please discuss your full history with our team prior to treatment.
Who is TMS for?
TMS is designed for adults who have not found relief with antidepressant medications, want to avoid the side effects of prescription drugs, are living with treatment-resistant depression, or struggle with PTSD-related depression — including veterans and first responders. If you’ve tried multiple medications with little or no success, or depression is interfering with your daily life, TMS may be the right option for you.
What to expect during treatment
✓ Comprehensive evaluation to confirm TMS is right for you
✓ 5 sessions per week for approximately 6 weeks
✓ Each session lasts just 20–30 minutes
✓ Awake and seated — no recovery time needed
✓ Return to normal activities immediately after
✓ Most patients notice improvement within 2–3 weeks
✓ Relief can last months or years — sometimes permanently
✓ 5 sessions per week for approximately 6 weeks
✓ Each session lasts just 20–30 minutes
✓ Awake and seated — no recovery time needed
✓ Return to normal activities immediately after
✓ Most patients notice improvement within 2–3 weeks
✓ Relief can last months or years — sometimes permanently
Watch & learn
See TMS Therapy in action
Watch this short video to learn more about how TMS therapy works and what to expect during treatment.
Why choose us
Why Choose Essential Psychiatry for TMS Therapy?
Essential Psychiatry is part of Essential Health Group — a fully integrated clinic in Medical Lake where psychiatric and physical health care work together under one roof. Our psychiatric team is led by Dr. Candie Wellwood, DNP, PMHNP, a retired USAF veteran specialising in depression, PTSD, and complex mood disorders. We are a VA preferred provider — veterans simply need a referral to access TMS therapy. We accept most major insurance plans and will assist with insurance verification and prior authorisation.
Ready to Try a Better Way Forward?
We understand how difficult it is to seek help. Whether it’s for yourself or a loved one, we are here and we can help. If medications haven’t worked, TMS may be the breakthrough you’ve been looking for.
Medical Lake, WA · (509) 299-6900 · In-Person Treatments Available