Who We Are
Modern Mental Health Care
in University Place, WA
Reclaim your life with deep TMS therapy and personalized psychiatric care.
Restoring Hope with TMS
in Greater Tacoma
At University Place TMS Clinic, our mission is to walk beside every patient on their path to healing. With compassion, innovation, and individualized care, recovery is not only possible—it’s expected. We’re here to bring hope back into reach for those who’ve struggled for far too long with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, OCD, and late-life depression.
More Than a Clinic — A Partner in Your Mental Health Journey | TMS in Washington
Founded on compassion. Built on experience. Dedicated to your recovery.
University Place TMS Clinic and General Psychiatry was founded in 2022 with one clear goal: to offer life-changing mental health care to those who need it most. Led by Ayub Mwaura, a psychiatric provider with over 15 years of clinical experience using TMS in Washington, we’ve helped thousands of individuals find relief from depression, anxiety, OCD, and more.
We specialize in FDA-approved Deep TMS therapy for patients who have not responded to medication alone—and we offer full-spectrum psychiatric services including medication management and geriatric mental health support. Every member of our team shares a commitment to compassionate care, personalized treatment plans, and clinical excellence.
Why Choose University Place TMS Clinic?
We go beyond treatment—we walk with you through every step of recovery.
Deep TMS, Not Traditional TMS
We use BrainsWay’s H-Coil system, which reaches deeper brain regions than standard figure-8 coils—improving outcomes in treatment-resistant patients.
Specialized Care for Older Adults
We provide compassionate psychiatric support for seniors, including residents of adult family homes and assisted living facilities.
Founded by an Experienced Psychiatric Provider
Our founder, Ayub Mwaura, has over 15 years of experience and has treated more than 1,000 patients with thoughtful, effective care.
Insurance-Friendly, Access-Focused
Our treatments are covered by most insurance providers, and our team helps every patient navigate their options with ease.
Dual Approach to Mental Health
We offer both innovative Deep TMS therapy and traditional psychiatric services—meeting each patient where they are.
Community-Centered, Patient-First
We’re proud to be part of the University Place and Tacoma communities, providing judgment-free, respectful care to every individual we serve.
Backed by Credentials.
Driven by Care
Board Certification in Psychiatric Mental Health (PMHNP-BC)
Licensure to practice in the State of Washington
Membership in the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)
Our clinical team holds active credentials and memberships in nationally recognized organizations, including:
Membership in the Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses (AAPPN)
Member of The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation
Ongoing professional education to stay current with the latest clinical advancements
Our Team
Meet the Founder TMS Therapy
in Greater Tacoma
Ayub Mwaura – MSN, PMHNP-BC
Mr. Mwaura is a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) licensed to practice in Washington State. With over 16 years of experience in mental health care, he brings both clinical expertise and heartfelt dedication to every patient interaction.
He is an active member of:
The American Psychiatric Nurses Association
The Association of Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
The Brain & Behavior Research Foundation
His work spans inpatient and outpatient settings, giving him a deep understanding of the challenges patients face and the tools they need to heal. As the founder of University Place TMS Clinic, Mr. Mwaura leads a team of skilled professionals united by one goal: helping individuals reclaim their lives with compassion and innovation.
You couldn’t be in better hands.
Meet the team providing TMS therapy in University Place and Greater Tacoma. Here are just a few of the people dedicated to helping you feel better, think
Joy Kiongo
TMS Specialist
Cathy Mwangi BSN,RN
Clinical Manager