Most patients experience a tapping sensation on the scalp during treatment. It is not painful for the majority, though some report mild discomfort in the first few sessions that resolves quickly.

How soon will I notice results?

Many patients begin noticing improvement in mood, sleep, or energy between weeks 2 and 4. The full effect often continues to build after the treatment course is complete.

Is TMS covered by insurance?

Yes — most major commercial insurers cover TMS for major depressive disorder when criteria are met. We verify benefits before starting and handle all prior authorization paperwork.

TMS Therapy in Summerville, SC

Academic-level expertise. Community-based care. FDA-cleared treatment for depression & OCD.

TMS therapy equipment at Dr. James Fox's clinic in Summerville, SC

What Is TMS?

Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation for Depression & OCD

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment for major depressive disorder and OCD. A magnetic coil placed gently against the scalp delivers targeted pulses to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex — the brain region most associated with mood regulation.

Sessions are brief, require no anesthesia, and patients return to normal activities immediately afterward. There are no systemic side effects associated with antidepressant medications, and TMS does not impair cognition or memory.

FDA-ClearedNo anesthesiaNo downtimeNon-invasiveInsurance coveredNo systemic side effects

We work with most major insurance plans

Aetna insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

ChampVA insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Cigna insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Humana insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Magellan insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Medicare insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Optum insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Tricare insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

United Healthcare insurance accepted at Dr. James Fox TMS clinic Summerville SC

Plus most other major carriers — we handle all prior authorization paperwork

Who Is a Good Candidate?

TMS is most appropriate for adults with major depressive disorder who have not achieved adequate relief from at least one antidepressant medication. It is also FDA-cleared for OCD and commonly used for anxiety and PTSD.

A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation is required before starting treatment.

Adults with treatment-resistant depression
OCD (FDA-cleared indication)
Anxiety and PTSD (off-label, commonly used)
Patients seeking medication-free options
Those who cannot tolerate antidepressants

What to Expect at Our Clinic

We use the MagVenture MagVita system with Theta Burst Stimulation (TBS) — a protocol that delivers a full treatment in under 5 minutes, compared to 37 minutes for traditional TMS.

Most patients complete 36 sessions over 9 weeks. Treatment is typically covered by insurance; our team handles all prior authorizations.

MagVenture MagVita system — advanced TBS protocol
~5-minute sessions with Theta Burst Stimulation
36 sessions over 9 weeks (standard course)
Insurance accepted — full prior auth support
Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation included

Frequently Asked Questions

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