Cassie's TMS Journey

"Since undergoing TMS therapy treatments, I still have stress because I’m still in school, but I feel like it’s helped a lot. My thoughts aren’t as negative. When treatment first started, I wasn’t as friendly or patient at work as I am now. I tell people who need depression treatment to start TMS therapy now. I know that the time commitment can be an issue, but it will help in the long run. I always made time for TMS because it’s helped me."

BEFORE TMS 

• Ineffective trial of fluoxetine

• Effective trial of escitalopram but caused unwanted side effects of headaches & weight gain

• Struggling to focus on pharmacy schoolwork

• Interested in a non-drug route

AFTER TMS 

• Reduced escitalopram prescription

• Able to handle school-related stress

• No longer struggling with negative self-talk & impatience with others

• Recommends TMS to others frequently

PHQ-9 Scale Improvement: 12 to 1