Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Empower your path to a brighter tomorrow with TMS, forging fresh pathways to mental wellbeing.
We are here to understand and support you. Our specialist TMS team believe in the power of personalised care, tailoring each session to your unique needs and journey.
We're here to walk alongside you, offering support, understanding, and hope, and provide extensive education and information about the proposed treatment.
A full explanation including risks and benefits ensures you have a thorough understanding of the treatment and related procedures. Prior to each TMS treatment a safety screen occurs to make sure it is safe for you to have treatment. Treatment appointments can be arranged to suit your commitments and you are able to resume your normal activities after TMS treatment.
Support is provided in a holistic fashion. We know that poor mental health is associated with poor physical health, which is why our Specialist GP clinic is integral to our holistic and comprehensive service mix. Our GP clinic supports the recovery journey by maximising physical health and wellbeing through lifestyle and functional medicine treatment approaches.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive treatment for various mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Using magnetic pulses, TMS stimulates small areas of the brain responsible for mood regulation, without the need for surgery or medication. It's a safe and effective option for those who haven't found relief through traditional therapies such as medication and talk therapy.
Guided by the expertise of our dedicated TMS specialist team, we cultivate a safe and nurturing environment to support your journey towards healing.
- Treatment-resistant depression
- ADHD
- Addiction disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Post-traumatic stress disorder
TMS treatment is available for people over 18 years old. Your eligibility is determined by your medical practitioner or Psychiatrist, and you will require a referral prior to attending BaMH SC for TMS treatment.
TMS is FDA approved and covered by Medicare for people with treatment-resistant depression. This means if you have tried and not responded to antidepressants or other traditional therapies for depression, TMS could be an option for you.
TMS is also an effective therapeutic intervention for several other mental health conditions including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), ADHD, anxiety disorders and addiction disorders.
Get in touch to see whether this treatment option could be helpful for you
Your TMS treatment journey
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Connect with our services
We understand that seeking help is the first courageous step towards a brighter tomorrow. Our support team are here to help.
To make an initial appointment, complete the enquiry form below and one of our friendly staff will be in touch with you shortly.
Please note: You will require a referral from your Medical Practitioner prior to booking an appointment with one of our psychiatrists. If you would like to speak with our team first, please call us on (07) 5220 8793.
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Screening call
Once we receive your intake form, our specialist support team will give you a call to discuss your next steps and connect you with an experienced TMS clinician that can meet your individual needs.
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Consent and dosage (Resting Motor Threshold)
At the start of your TMS treatment journey, you will have an in-depth assessment with one of our TMS Specialist Psychiatrists to determine your individual TMS protocol for your condition.
Your treatment dose or Resting Motor Threshold (RMT) will be determined during your initial consultation. To establish your Resting Motor Threshold, you'll undergo isolated TMS pulses administered to your motor cortex located in your frontal lobe. This process identifies the optimal stimulation intensity needed to elicit a response in your brain. This determined dosage serves as the basis for calibrating the treatment protocol tailored specifically to your needs.
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TMS treatment
Once your RMT is determined and you have been deemed eligible for treatment, your acute TMS course will begin.
An initial course of TMS usually consists of up to 35 sessions. Sessions are provided up to 5 times per week for approximately 20 to 45 minutes per appointment. You can resume your normal activities immediately afterward.
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Maintenance TMS treatment
Some people might also receive additional maintenance TMS treatment, 3 to 6 months post the acute TMS course. For patients eligible for Medicare rebates, 15 maintenance session rebates will become available after 4 months.