FDA-cleared, non-invasive, drug-free TMS therapy in Manhattan. Sessions 20–30 min. Most patients feel improvement within 3–5 weeks. In-network with major insurance.
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Dr Fradkin helped me with treatment-resistant depression using TMS.
Valery Dinner Verified Google ReviewI had a great experience at the Village TMS Center for Autism and Depression. The staff is very kind, professional, and truly cares about their patients. They take the time to listen and explain the treatment process clearly.
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Yelena Haskin Verified Google ReviewVery professional and caring team. I enjoyed learning more about this solution and was pleased with the provided service!
Raul Ifraimov Verified Google ReviewTMS session with George went great. Even though I just started and it’s a new experience for me, a cautious supervision and guidance of the specialist helps to get through. I had all my questions being answered before the procedure. Will come again!
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Sofia Dro Verified Google ReviewDr Fradkin helped me with treatment-resistant depression using TMS.
Valery Dinner Verified Google ReviewTMS — Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation — is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive brain stimulation therapy used to treat major depressive disorder, OCD, anxious depression, and other conditions. Approved by the FDA for depression since 2008, TMS therapy has helped tens of thousands of patients across the United States, including many here in New York City, who did not respond adequately to antidepressant medications.
Each TMS session uses a small treatment coil placed gently against your scalp to deliver brief, precisely targeted magnetic pulses. These pulses stimulate underactive neurons in the prefrontal cortex — the region of the brain most consistently linked to depression and mood regulation. The process is the same physics principle used in MRI scanners, applied at lower frequency and in a highly targeted way.
TMS is fundamentally different from antidepressant medications. Medications work systemically, meaning they circulate throughout your entire body and can produce side effects such as weight gain, sexual dysfunction, fatigue, or nausea. TMS has no systemic effects whatsoever — no drug enters your bloodstream. It targets specific brain circuits directly, without touching the rest of your body.
TMS also differs meaningfully from electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). ECT requires general anaesthesia, induces a controlled seizure, and is associated with short-term memory loss. TMS requires no anaesthesia, produces no seizure, and has no known effects on memory. Patients remain fully awake during every TMS session, can drive themselves to and from the clinic, and return immediately to their normal day.
TMS has received FDA clearance for major depressive disorder, OCD, anxious depression, and smoking cessation. Decades of peer-reviewed clinical research support its safety and efficacy.
Anaesthesia
Systemic Side-Effects
Min per session
Yourself home
We offer IV, IM, and Spravato under one roof, so your psychiatrist can match the
right approach to your situation.
FDA-CLEARED
Repetitive TMS (rTMS) uses a figure-8 coil to deliver focused magnetic pulses to the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. This is the primary FDA-cleared protocol for major depressive disorder and the most extensively studied form of TMS therapy in clinical literature. It is the foundation of treatment for most patients with depression.
FDA-CLEARED OCD & MORE
Deep TMS uses an H-coil to reach deeper and broader brain circuits than standard rTMS. It holds FDA clearance for OCD, anxious depression, and smoking cessation, in addition to major depression. For patients whose primary challenge is OCD or treatment-resistant anxious depression, dTMS provides a more targeted therapeutic pathway.
IV INFUSION
Theta-burst stimulation (TBS) delivers the same therapeutic magnetic targeting in significantly shorter session times — sometimes under 10 minutes — while maintaining comparable efficacy to standard rTMS protocols. Accelerated TMS schedules allow multiple sessions per day, compressing the overall treatment course for patients who need a faster pathway to relief.
A clear look at how TMS therapy differs from antidepressant medication and
electroconvulsive therapy — helping you make an informed decision with your care
team.
| Treatment | How It Works | Common Side Effects | Anesthesia / Downtime | Best suited for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
TMS Therapy |
Targeted magnetic pulses stimulate underactive prefrontal brain circuits linked to mood regulation |
Mild scalp discomfort / headache at treatment site, typically fades after first sessions |
None. Drive yourself home. Return to normal activities immediately. 20–30 min per session |
Treatment-resistant depression, OCD, anxious depression, PTSD; patients seeking a drug-free path |
|
Antidepressant Medication |
Alters neurotransmitter levels (serotonin, norepinephrine, dopamine) systemically throughout the body |
Weight gain, sexual dysfunction, insomnia, fatigue, nausea; vary by drug class |
None, but systemic effects on the whole body; typically 4–8 weeks to evaluate effectiveness. Daily oral dosing |
First-line care for mild- to-moderate depression; may be combined with TMS |
|
ECT (Electroconvulsive Therapy) |
Electrical current passes through the brain under general anesthesia to induce a controlled seizure |
Short-term memory loss, confusion, headache, muscle aches; anesthesia risks |
General anaesthesia required every session; recovery period post-procedure Typically inpatient / day-hospital |
Severe, acute, or life- threatening treatment- resistant depression; immediate crisis situations |
No medication, no systemic side effects, no anaesthesia, no needles. TMS works directly on
the brain — your body stays entirely out of the equation.
Backed by decades of peer-reviewed research and FDA-cleared for multiple conditions. Our protocols are selected by board-certified psychiatrists with 15–25+ years of experience.
In-network with Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, United, Empire BCBS, Oxford, and Medicare. We verify coverage for free — most patients pay $0–$50 per session with insurance.
Sessions are 20–30 minutes. You drive yourself to and from the clinic. Read, listen to music, or rest during treatment. Your day continues exactly as planned.
We review your history, answer
your questions, and verify your
insurance coverage — at no
cost and no obligation.
A board-certified psychiatrist
designs your personalised
protocol based on your specific symptoms, history, and goals.
Sit comfortably in our Manhattan clinic. No anesthesia. Drive yourself home. Listen to music or simply relax during each session.
58% of patients see significant
improvement. 37% achieve full
remission.*
*Source: Carpenter et al., Depression and Anxiety, 2012; multi-site clinical trial of 307 patients with treatment-resistant
depression.
Starting TMS is straightforward. Here is a clear, honest account of
what your treatment course at Village TMS looks like from the first
session through completion.
Before your first treatment pulse is delivered, your clinician performs motor threshold determination — a brief, precise calibration process that identifies the optimal magnetic intensity for your individual brain anatomy. A small test pulse is used to locate your motor cortex, and settings are adjusted from there. This personalisation step ensures your protocol is tailored to you, not applied as a generic setting. It adds approximately 15–20 minutes to your first session only.
You sit in a comfortable, reclining treatment chair. The TMS coil is positioned against the left side of your scalp. You will feel a light tapping or clicking sensation at the treatment site — most patients describe it as a noticeable but manageable rhythm. Sessions last approximately 20 to 30 minutes, depending on the protocol. You are free to read, listen to music, use your phone, or simply rest. No sedation is required. When the session ends, you stand up, collect your belongings, and drive yourself home. Most patients schedule sessions in the morning and go directly to work afterward.
A standard course of TMS at Village TMS consists of approximately 36 sessions delivered over roughly six weeks — around five sessions per week. This schedule follows the evidence-based treatment protocol and can be adjusted based on your clinical response and schedule. Some patients begin to notice shifts in mood, energy, or sleep as early as weeks two or three; others experience the most meaningful changes in weeks four through six. Your psychiatrist tracks progress with validated clinical measures throughout and adjusts your protocol as needed.
When your initial treatment course ends, your psychiatrist will evaluate your response and discuss next steps. Some patients benefit from periodic maintenance sessions — scheduled as clinically indicated — particularly if symptoms begin to re-emerge over time. There is no dependency, no withdrawal, and no systemic medication to manage. Many patients remain in remission for an extended period after a single course, and return for a booster course if and when they feel it is needed.
TMS therapy has an excellent safety record built over more than 20 years of clinical use and extensive peer-reviewed research. Here is an honest account of what the evidence shows — including the rare risks and who TMS is not appropriate for.
The most commonly reported side effect is mild scalp discomfort or a localised headache at the treatment site. This typically occurs during the first few sessions as your scalp adjusts to the sensation, and tends to decrease significantly — or disappear entirely — within the first week of treatment. Over-the-counter pain relief is effective if needed.
Unlike many antidepressant medications, TMS produces no systemic effects. There is no weight gain, no sexual dysfunction, no fatigue, no nausea, and no sleep disruption associated with TMS itself. And unlike ECT, TMS carries no risk of anesthesia complications and no associated memory loss — one of the most important distinctions for many of our patients.
The risk of seizure during TMS is very low — lower than that associated with several widely prescribed antidepressant medications. Because TMS uses focused magnetic energy near the scalp, it is not appropriate for individuals with certain metallic implants in or near the head — such as cochlear implants, deep brain stimulators, or aneurysm clips. This is why we conduct a thorough clinical creening before every course of treatment begins. Your safety is always the first priority.
No weight gain, no sexual side effects, no fatigue — none of the systemic effects associated with antidepressant medication.
Unlike ECT, TMS does not affect memory. Patients consistently report no cognitive changes attributable to TMS.
The risk of seizure is very low. Thorough pre-treatment screening identifies and excludes any patients for whom TMS is not appropriate.
TMS is not appropriate for patients with certain metallic implants near the head. Our pre-treatment screening process ensures you are a safe candidate before any treatment begins.
TMS & Ketamine therapy and evidence-based care for:
Including treatment-resistant depression —
the primary FDA-approved use of TMS.
FDA-approved deep TMS protocol for OCD
when therapy alone hasn't worked.
FDA-approved for depression with co-
occurring anxiety symptoms.
FDA-approved deep TMS protocol for
nicotine addiction.
TMS is FDA-approved for treatment-resistant depression and
covered by most major insurance plans. We handle the verification
and paperwork, so you can focus on getting better.
Takes 2 minutes. No commitment.
Board-certified psychiatrists with decades of experience treating depression, OCD,
and anxiety.
I founded Village TMS because so many of my patients had been failed by
standard treatment paths. My approach is unhurried, evidence-driven, and centred on what each person actually needs to feel like themselves again.
I came to TMS after watching patients
cycle through medications that didn't fit them. My focus is precision, matching the right protocol to the right person, and adjusting as we go.
Everything you need to know before your free consultation.
TMS stands for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, an advanced therapy for mood disorders that uses a TMS machine to deliver safe magnetic pulses to the brain. This approach stimulates underactive areas of the brain linked to mood regulation, helping restore balance and improve emotional health. Many patients turn to TMS when traditional antidepressant medications have not provided relief.
A condition is labeled “treatment-resistant” if symptoms persist despite trying multiple evidence-based therapies. For example, depression is considered treatment-resistant after failing at least two antidepressant medications (at adequate doses and durations) combined with psychotherapy. This doesn’t mean you’re “out of options”—it simply guides us toward advanced therapies like TMS.
Yes, TMS is an outpatient procedure, performed at our Medical Center, allowing you to return to work or school immediately after your appointment. Each session lasts about 15–20 minutes, and no anesthesia is required. Because there is no recovery time, it fits easily into most daily routines.
Unlike antidepressant medications, TMS directly stimulates nerve cells in the prefrontal cortex. This targeted approach reduces the side-effects of TMS while addressing the root cause of mental health conditions. For patients with treatment-resistant depression, TMS can be an important next step when medications alone are not effective.
Yes! TMS can be safely combined with most medications. In fact, many patients use it alongside antidepressants or mood stabilizers. Never stop or adjust medications without consulting your prescribing provider first.
A full treatment course usually includes 20–36 sessions. Each course of treatment is customized to your unique needs. While some patients notice changes within just a few weeks, others may need the full series of treatments to experience maximum benefit.
If you’re searching for TMS Clinics Near or a TMS Clinic Near you, our conveniently located center in New York City is here to help patients across the five boroughs and the Tri-State area. We provide a welcoming, professional environment where you can receive expert Psychiatric Care close to home. Easy access to our location makes ongoing care more convenient and consistent.
We work with most major carriers, including United Healthcare, and serve as a network provider. Our team will coordinate with your insurance provider to ensure smooth access to care. While coverage varies, many patients are pleasantly surprised to learn that benefits are available for TMS treatment. Many patients find that their plan may include insurance coverage for TMS therapy. Our team can provide guidance and help you check directly with your insurance provider to confirm whether benefits are available for your course of treatment. Because every plan is different, verifying coverage is the first step toward determining your treatment pathway.
Some patients opt for periodic “booster” sessions to sustain results, similar to follow-up therapy or dental cleanings. We’ll create a personalized maintenance plan based on your progress and long-term goals.
Yes. In addition to Major Depressive Disorder, TMS Right has shown promise in reducing symptoms of chronic pain, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and Bipolar Disorder. Ongoing clinical trials continue to explore its benefits for a wide range of mental health conditions. This makes TMS one of the most exciting and versatile advances in modern Interventional Psychiatry.
Our Medical Center is committed to providing safe, effective care led by board-certified experts in Interventional Psychiatry. Patients choose us because:
Care is delivered by trusted specialists in Psychiatric Care and Primary Care
Our approach is supported by decades of published clinical trials in the United States
We are a trusted TMS Provider with a strong success rate in treating depression, anxiety, and Bipolar Disorder
Convenient location in New York City, serving patients across the five boroughs and the Tri-State area
A holistic model that integrates Psychiatric Care, Primary Care, and comprehensive Medical Center support
Choosing the right Treatment Center can make all the difference in recovery. Our team combines advanced technology, compassionate care, and personalized treatment planning to give every patient the best chance at lasting results.
Unlike ECT, TMS requires no anesthesia, doesn’t induce seizures, and has no risk of memory loss. It’s gentler, with minimal downtime, making it easier to integrate into daily life.
Avoid caffeine beforehand (it can heighten scalp sensitivity).
Remove magnetic-sensitive items (e.g., jewelry, credit cards).
Wear comfortable clothing—you’ll relax in a chair during treatment.
Contact our TMS coordinators at [email protected] for a free consultation. We’re here to help you make an informed, confident decision about your care!
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