Creating a clear plan makes starting mental health treatment feel less daunting. If you are curious about how TMS therapy in Georgetown works, our knowledgeable team at Cedar Park TMS can guide you through the process so you can make informed choices with confidence. We explain each part of TMS treatments in plain language and coordinate with any clinicians you already see to keep your care focused on your goals.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) delivers brief, focused magnetic pulses to specific mood-regulating networks in your brain. In many patients with depression, the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex – the region of the brain responsible for decision-making and emotional regulation – underacts while parts of the brain that control worry and self-critical thoughts are overactive. TMS aims to rebalance this activity so signals for motivation, attention, and emotional regulation activate more reliably.
Across multiple sessions, the targeted treatment area strengthens its connections with your brain’s broader network. Many people report clearer focus and steadier energy, and we typically see improvement on standardized mood scales. Sessions require no anesthesia. After a TMS treatment session, you can usually return to work and your other typical activities in Georgetown.
Our team personalizes every TMS treatment to an individual’s needs and goals.
Your first appointment focuses on you and how TMS therapy works. We review your medical history, current medications, prior treatments, and what you want to change. We also screen for safety considerations, such as unmanaged seizure history or incompatible metal implants, and answer questions about how we track progress. Together, we set practical goals and choose simple check-in points so you can easily see your improvements during your TMS treatment.
Before we begin your neurostimulation therapy in Georgetown, we identify the treatment target so that your sessions work effectively. For depression care, the target is commonly the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. We also determine your resting motor threshold to personalize the device’s intensity so you have an effective and comfortable session. When appropriate, we use clinic-specific methods to refine coil placement for consistency, and we make small adjustments across visits to maintain accuracy.
You will sit in a comfortable chair while the TMS treatment coil rests against your scalp. The device sends rapid pulses in short trains that often feel like tapping. Our clinician will stay with you, ask about your comfort, and pause your treatment to adjust the position of the coil or the machine’s intensity if needed. Sessions are brief, and you may read, listen to music, or practice breathing techniques during the appointment.
We will guide you through treatment so you are comfortable and informed at every stage.
Your care team will recommend a treatment schedule, and most plans require weekday visits over several weeks, with fewer sessions near the end. You may notice changes within days to weeks, but you might improve more gradually.
If you qualify, we can discuss a one-day accelerated treatment schedule. This option condenses 20 short, intermittent theta-burst sessions into a single full day with rest periods. It is a private-pay service that insurance does not cover. If this accelerated TMS treatment works for your needs in Georgetown, we can review the schedule, pricing, and follow-up plan in advance so you know exactly what to expect.
If you want a practical explanation of how TMS therapy in Georgetown works, schedule a consultation with our experienced team at Cedar Park TMS. We will review eligibility, timing, and coverage for care. Our team will help you choose a plan that fits your goals and your calendar, and we will support you throughout your treatment.
Dr. Denae Rickenbacker (CedarParkPsych) will be consolidating her practice with Cedar Park TMS. Her last day at her current office is December 3, 2025. Patients will continue receiving care through Cedar Park TMS after this transition.
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