My biggest worry was that I would get my hopes up and it wouldn’t help. But, I was so tired of feeling awful about myself that I decided to give it a try!
Holly, TMS patient
We’re proud of the technology, team, and process we offer our patients seeking Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) treatment.
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And as we witness each patient experience the benefits for themselves, we’re right there celebrating alongside them!
This week, we’re talking with Holly about her experience with TMS:
Thanks for taking the time to chat with us, Holly! Can you share a bit about what life felt like prior to beginning TMS treatment?
I have been struggling with on-and-off, crippling depression for 44 years. There were days when I couldn’t even get out of bed.
What had you tried (before TMS) to address these challenges?
I have been on three different antidepressants, therapy about five times, and hospitalized twice.
Any hesitations about exploring TMS for yourself? What made you decide to give it a try?
My husband did research on depression treatment methods and thought this would be a worthwhile option.
My biggest worry was that I would get my hopes up and it wouldn’t help. Also, it was a huge time and money investment in myself.
But, I was so TIRED of feeling awful about myself that I decided to give it a try!
What was the experience like for you?
I was nervous, yet hopeful! I could tell a difference pretty quickly.
I used the treatment time to tune into my spirituality. Lisa made me feel completely comfortable and had great empathy!
What were some of the first changes you noticed after beginning treatment?
The best way I can explain it is that my brain felt like the tight, dysfunctional knots inside were loosening.
I started to feel an emotion that was strange and, after analyzing it, I realized it was happiness!
How does life feel different now, after TMS treatment?
I feel so much better and hopeful!
Things that used to trigger me into a downfall, I am handling totally different now. I’m not nearly as hard on myself, and actually put myself on my priority list.
Any advice or encouragement you’d like to share with someone considering TMS?
Allow yourself to know this can work for you! After years of battling depression, you can give up. TMS can really start on down a different, positive path!
I appreciate the support I was given, and I feel proud of myself for once!
Thank you, Holly! We’re honored to have worked with you.
Inspired by what Holly shared?
Here’s what some of our other patients had to say about their TMS experience at Sonder:
“I think what REALLY made me see that things were changing were the comments I received from the coworkers and managers at my job. They’d make comments on my drive, my focus, my attitude. When I heard it from other people, it was like the changes I’d started seeing became an actuality.”
“I am definitely enjoying life more. I no longer worry as much about the present and the future. I cope more easier with life’s challenges which do happen for everyone.”
“One day I realized that I was smiling more, felt positive and was not turning to food to drown my sorrows. After treatment I felt like a new and much better me.”
“Life feels very different than before. I can laugh and feel the joy of it again. I look forward to all sorts of things.”
“The hope I have for my future since completing TMS has increased exponentially. I have made leaps forward in my personal life and in my career.”
Interested in learning more about TMS?
Enjoy this post? Check out these other posts about TMS:
TMS Patient Experience: Whytnee
TMS Patient Experience: Amy
TMS: The Promising Depression Treatment You’ve Never Heard Of
Preparing for Your TMS Evaluation
5 Reasons to Choose Sonder Psychiatry