Treating Depression and Other Illnesses Since 2011
Mental health and suicidal ideation Thoughts of suicide, also called suicidal ideation, are often linked to severe mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It has also been linked to personality disorders, psychoses, and certain life factors, including: Ongoing chronic pain, physical health problems and disability Loneliness and isolation Grief …
TMS brings new hope for people with depression and anxiety Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is emerging as one of the most promising new therapies for the treatment of anxiety and depression. Of all the mental health disorders, these two are the most common. Recent statistics (2023) show that in the United States alone, around 33% …
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, causes considerable anxiety and has also been implicated in depressive illness. People with OCD struggle with persistent unwanted thoughts. Alongside this, they often experience a compulsion to repeatedly carry out behaviors to reduce the amount of anxiety they feel around their obsessions. Many people with OCD …
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How Specialized Transcranial Magnetic Resonance Therapy can help The number of people receiving a diagnosis of Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is increasing rapidly. This increase has led to a renewed interest in therapies that may help individuals manage their symptoms. ASD is a developmental condition that is often discovered in childhood with the most common …
Since the FDA first licensed TMS for use in depressive illness back in 2008, there has been a growth in its wider use as a treatment for many different mental health conditions. TMS shows promising results in people who are suffering from brain fog, a condition that causes a wide variety of cognitive problems. Many …
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Depression is a well-known, widespread mental health disorder. Traditionally, treatment has consisted of medications or talking therapies, but these are not fully effective for everyone. A significant number of people continue to suffer daily from the impact of depressive illness. This increase in the prevalence of major depressive disorder has driven a movement towards exploring …
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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and Anxiety Disorders Anxiety is one of the most common mental health problems in the US and affects around 30% of adults at some point in their lives. Anxiety disorders may occur at any age, but as people move into adulthood, the likelihood of developing a problem with anxiety increases. Women …
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TMS Treatment for Depression in Teenagers Depression is a serious and widespread issue that affects people across the lifespan. However, it can have an even greater impact on teenagers. The teenage years are already filled with physical and emotional changes that can be hard to navigate. Adding a depressive illness into the mix produces enormous …
Transcranial Magenetic Stimulation (TMS) treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a relatively common mental health condition. In the United States, around 2-3 million adults have OCD. OCD also affects children and teenagers; recent studies suggest that approximately 1 in 200 children have OCD. The condition can have a significant and negative …
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) An individual is said to have TBI when their brain is injured by a blow or bump to the head or, in some cases, due to penetration of the skull, e.g., by gunshot or accident. TBIs vary in severity – some people experience mild and temporary …
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Treating Depression and Other Illnesses Since 2011
Southern Colorado TMS Center 3630 Sinton Rd , Colorado Springs, CO 80907
John L Fleming, MD, DLFAPA
Medical Director
Joe Hammock, PhD, MA
Clinical Director
Melissa Hammock, MA, MEd, LMFT
Services Director
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