Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) has become an increasingly valuable non-invasive treatment option for depression when therapy and medication are not enough. Today’s teens face enormous pressure, from academics and college planning to social challenges and constant comparison on social media. For many, these stressors contribute to Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), which impacts energy levels, sleep, mood, and daily functioning.
NeuroStar TMS therapy is an FDA-cleared, non-drug treatment for adolescents aged 15 and up who are living with depression that has not responded well to other therapies. Families are finding renewed hope in TMS for adolescent depression in Columbia, Towson, and Silver Spring.
NeuroStar TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain responsible for mood regulation. These areas are often underactive in people with depression. The provider delivers the treatment externally to the scalp, without the need for sedation or anesthesia.
Unlike antidepressants, NeuroStar TMS therapy does not produce systemic side effects such as weight gain, fatigue, or stomach upset. This makes TMS a suitable option for treating depression in teens living in Columbia who are in school and want to avoid disruptions to their daily lives.
Benefits for adolescents include:
NeuroStar TMS treatment for depression may be right for teens who:
In most cases, providers offer NeuroStar TMS treatment alongside counseling or other support services. One of our qualified providers in Columbia will evaluate your teen’s depression diagnosis, mental health history, and treatment response before recommending TMS.
Some helpful questions to ask providers include:
Columbia, Towson, and Silver Spring families now have access to providers who specialize in NeuroStar TMS for treating depression in teens. Our clinic is equipped to support your teen in a welcoming, age-appropriate environment. We often work with schools and therapists to ensure coordinated care.
Selecting a provider with experience treating adolescents increases the likelihood that your teen will feel heard, understood, and comfortable. This supportive atmosphere leads to higher treatment engagement and improved outcomes.
When depression is left untreated in teens, it can negatively affect academic success, social relationships, self-esteem, and long-term emotional growth. NeuroStar TMS offers an option for teens living with depression in Columbia who have not found relief through traditional therapies.
Most patients begin noticing improvements in mood, energy, and motivation around four to six weeks. The standard treatment schedule includes five sessions per week for about seven weeks. Each session lasts approximately 20 minutes and requires no downtime, allowing teens to resume normal activities immediately after.
A real-world retrospective study using CGI-S and a sample size of 615 patients showed that 83 percent of patients treated with NeuroStar TMS experienced significant symptom relief (Sackeim HA, et al., 2020, J Affect Disord, 277:65 74). While every teen responds differently, families frequently report greater emotional balance, confidence, and participation in daily life.
If your teen is living with treatment-resistant depression, NeuroStar TMS for adolescent depression in Columbia could be the next step. Our compassionate care team at Synergy Strive is here to answer your questions, walk your family through the consultation process, and help you determine whether NeuroStar is a good fit for your teen’s needs. We offer flexible scheduling, personalized support, and a calm treatment environment built with teens in mind.
Reach out today to take the first step toward hope, healing, and emotional well-being for your child by scheduling a free consultation. We are here to support your family every step of the way.
