Deep TMS Therapy for OCD

Deep TMS Therapy for OCD
| University Place, WA

Break the cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors with FDA-cleared Deep TMS—an effective, non-invasive treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.

Understanding Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition characterized by unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or rituals (compulsions). These symptoms often become overwhelming, time-consuming, and disruptive to daily life.

While many people associate OCD with cleanliness or order, it can also manifest in other distressing ways, such as:

  • Fear of contamination or germs

  • Excessive checking or reassurance-seeking

  • Harm-related or taboo intrusive thoughts

  • Compulsive counting, tapping, or repetition

Why Traditional OCD Treatments Don’t Work for Everyone

OCD can be difficult to treat. While medications and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are commonly prescribed, many individuals do not experience full relief—or cannot tolerate side effects of medications such as SSRIs.

Patients with treatment-resistant OCD may spend years searching for a solution, often feeling discouraged by incomplete results. That’s where Deep TMS offers a powerful alternative.

What is Deep TMS?

Deep Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (Deep TMS) is an FDA-cleared treatment for OCD that targets the brain circuits involved in obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. At University Place TMS Clinic, we use BrainsWay’s advanced H7 coil to reach these areas safely and effectively.

Why Deep TMS is different:

  • Stimulates neural pathways related to OCD regulation

  • No medication required

  • Outpatient procedure with no recovery time

Shown to significantly reduce OCD symptoms—even in patients who haven’t responded to other treatments

  • Is Deep TMS Right for You?

    You may be a good candidate for TMS if you:

    Have been diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

    Struggle with persistent symptoms despite therapy or medication

    Are seeking a drug-free, evidence-based treatment

    Want an option with fewer side effects than traditional medications

    We’ll complete a detailed consultation to determine whether Deep TMS is right for your symptoms, lifestyle, and medical history.

  • What the TMS Process Looks Like

    What the TMS Process Looks Like

    OCD treatment with Deep TMS involves a brief, daily outpatient protocol that stimulates specific brain regions over a 6–8 week period.

    Treatment Overview:

    Typically 29–36 sessions over 6–8 weeks

    Each session lasts approximately 20 minutes

    You’ll wear a specialized helmet during treatment

    Most patients report a tapping sensation but no pain

    No need for sedation or recovery time

    You can return to your daily activities immediately after each session.

  • Proven Results, Backed by Research

    In a landmark study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry, Deep TMS was shown to significantly reduce OCD symptoms in patients who had failed to improve with prior treatment.

    Clinical highlights:

    38.1% response rate among patients using TMS (compared to 11.1% with placebo)

    54.7% of TMS patients achieved partial response

    52.4% reached sustained symptom relief over time

    Treatment effects were maintained long after sessions ended

    At our clinic, we’ve seen similar improvements in the lives of those who once felt stuck in an endless loop of obsession and compulsion.

  • Safe, Drug-Free Treatment for OCD

    Deep TMS is non-invasive, medication-free, and generally well-tolerated. It does not require anesthesia or hospitalization, and it poses none of the long-term risks associated with psychiatric medications.

    Mild side effects may include:

    Temporary discomfort at the treatment site

    Mild headache after early sessions

    We’ll make sure every session is as comfortable and effective as possible, with close monitoring by our trained staff.

What Our Patients Are Saying

Real stories from people who found hope and healing with TMS therapy in Greater Tacoma.

  • “I finally feel like myself again. After years of trying different meds, TMS gave me real relief.”

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    – Sarah M.

  • “Everyone at the clinic was so kind and knowledgeable. I felt supported the entire time.”

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    – Kevin T.

  • “My depression had taken over my life. TMS helped me get it back.”

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    – Linda R.

  • “Highly recommend this clinic. Professional, caring, and truly effective treatment.”

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    – Emily S.

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FAQs ( Frequently Asked Questions )

  • A non-invasive, FDA-cleared treatment that helps relieve symptoms of depression, anxiety, and OCD—without medication or side effects.

  • Deep transcranial magnetic stimulation (Deep TMS™), is a noninvasive treatment process that directly stimulates brain structures associated with mental health conditions. This is done utilizing electromagnetic fields generated by our patented H-coil to safely reach deeper brain structures and influence their neural activity.

  • Deep TMS is a noninvasive treatment course proven to offer symptom relief for various mental health conditions. Eligibility for Deep TMS treatment is determined by a person’s insurance provider. As Deep TMS is safe to combine with other forms of therapy, many insurance providers consider those currently undergoing medical treatment or psychotherapy, as well as treatment-resistant clients, to be eligible for Deep TMS treatment.

  • Numerous clinical studies in reputable peer-reviewed journals have found that BrainsWay’s Deep TMS therapy is successful in alleviating symptoms of mental health conditions and offering patients relief.

  • BrainsWay Deep TMS has been tested in over 60 clinical studies, for various clinical indications, in leading institutions worldwide. The FDA has cleared BrainsWay Deep TMS therapy for treatment-resistant depression and it is currently available in the U.S., Europe, South America, and Asia.

    Deep TMS is also indicated by the FDA as an intended adjunct treatment for adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) FDA De Novo, and for the treatment of short-term smoking cessation in adults, 510(k).

  • BrainsWay’s Deep TMS treatment is normally spread out over four-to-six weeks. During this time, patients come in for sessions five times per week and each of these sessions last about 20 minutes. Depending on the mental health condition being treated, there may be additional maintenance sessions after the initial course of treatment.

  • Deep TMS treatment utilizes BrainsWay’s patented H-Coil technology to regulate brain activity and improve patients’ mental health and well-being. During the procedure, a helmet holding the H-coil is fitted over the patient’s head before sending magnetic pulses to targeted areas of the brain. Deep TMS is a noninvasive procedure where patients can catch up on their reading or social media during sessions. Patients will experience a light tapping sensation on their scalp during the treatment. Each session takes about 20 minutes, after which patients can drive themselves and go about their daily routine.

  • Typically, patients hear a tapping sound and feel a tapping sensation in the head area during BrainsWay Deep TMS therapy session. To diminish the sound, the patient is provided with earplugs.

    Some patients experience temporary, mild pain or discomfort in the area of the treatment site, which occurs during the treatment session. This typically occurs only during the first week BrainsWay Deep TMS treatment. Other side effects may include muscle twitching and jaw pain.

  • Deep TMS treatment is safe to combine with any sort of medication or psychotherapy. Deep TMS is both noninvasive and found to be effective in treating a variety of mental health conditions, in combination with other forms of therapy or as a standalone treatment.

  • Deep TMS coverage depends on the treatment type, geographical location, and insurance plan. In the United States, BrainsWay’s Deep TMS therapy is covered by Medicare and nearly all major private insurers to treat major depressive disorder (MDD). BrainsWay is actively seeking coverage for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) treatment and smoking cessation, which, like MDD, are FDA-cleared.

    Outside of the United States, the cost to patients for TMS treatment is variable, depending on the specific country and health coverage structure. Speak to your mental health provider or health insurer to better understand the costs that you would incur.

  • BrainsWay Deep TMS has been cleared by the CE for a variety of disorders:

    • Alzheimer’s disease

    • Autism

    • Bipolar Disorder

    • Chronic pain

    • Major Depressive Disorder

    • Parkinson’s disease

    • Posttraumatic Stress

    • Disorder (PTSD)

    • Schizophrenia (negative symptoms)

    • Smoking cessation
      Stroke

    • Multiple Sclerosis

    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

    BrainsWay Deep TMS is cleared by the FDA for treatment resistant depression and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

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