TMS for Anxiety and PTSD

Understanding Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health conditions, affecting millions worldwide. They include generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) — all of which can deeply impact daily life, relationships, and overall well-being.

Traditional treatments such as medication and psychotherapy help many people, but some continue to struggle. For these patients, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a promising, non-invasive alternative backed by research. TMS is added to SSRI medication and CBT therapy for OCD

How TMS Works for Anxiety

TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) uses gentle magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain responsible for mood and emotional regulation.

Recent studies suggest that low-frequency rTMS (1 Hz) may effectively reduce fear and anxiety by calming overactive neural circuits involved in stress response.

By improving communication between brain regions like the prefrontal cortex and amygdala, TMS helps restore balance, leading to reduced anxiety and improved emotional control.

TMS for Anxiety & PTSD

Your brain has the ability to reorganize and heal — a process known as neuroplasticity. TMS uses this principle to restore normal communication between disrupted brain networks.

TMS: Uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain regions linked to anxiety or trauma.

These treatments are drug-free, non-sedative, and non-invasive, offering effective symptom relief without systemic side effects.

Benefits of TMS for Anxiety and PTSD

Non-invasive and medication-free
Safe, well-tolerated, and outpatient-based
No anesthesia or recovery time
Effective for treatment-resistant anxiety and PTSD
Improves mood, sleep, and cognitive balance
Minimal side effects — typically only mild scalp discomfort

Schedule a Detailed Evaluation

If anxiety, panic attacks, or trauma symptoms continue to disrupt your life despite therapy or medication, TMS and MeRT may offer the breakthrough you need.

Contact Dr. Gupta’s Sleep, TMS & Wellness Psychiatry in Great Neck, NY to schedule a detailed evaluation and learn how personalized brain stimulation therapies can help you achieve lasting relief and peace of mind.