NeuroStim - Bellingham

Nestled between the Salish Sea and the northern Cascade Mountains, NeuroStim TMS in Bellingham brings noninvasive transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy to adults seeking relief from depression and other mental health conditions, particularly those whose symptoms persist despite traditional treatment. Under medical director supervision, trained TMS specialists tailor care for adults with major depressive disorder (MDD), treatment-resistant depression (TRD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), anxiety, postpartum depression, and other mood disorders. The outpatient clinic uses FDA-approved TMS treatment for depression without requiring hospitalization or sedation. NeuroStim also discusses TMS for veterans, military families, and pregnant women who may qualify following a medical assessment.

A Different Approach to Depression Care

During treatment, patients receive targeted magnetic pulses that stimulate areas of the brain involved in mood and emotional regulation. Unlike medication, TMS is non-systemic, meaning it does not circulate through the bloodstream. Patients remain awake and alert throughout each session without needing anesthesia or sedation. NeuroStim's treatment guidance describes a typical course of 36 sessions over 6–9 weeks, with appointments lasting approximately 15–20 minutes. Throughout their care, patients can continue seeing their existing therapists or prescribing providers.

Making Treatment Part of Daily Life

Patients can begin with a free phone consultation or request an in-office meeting with a TMS coordinator to discuss their symptoms, treatment history, and eligibility. During treatment, patients remain awake and can typically return to their daily activities afterward without recovery time. Between appointments, they can explore the Bellingham Farmers Market, enjoy kayaking or paddleboarding on Bellingham Bay, or take a scenic drive along Chuckanut Drive. The nearby Mount Baker region also offers skiing and snowboarding during the winter months.