Two Breakthroughs, One Powerful Approach: TMS and Ketamine Therapy

Modern psychiatry is moving fast. If you're someone who's felt stuck in the cycle of traditional medication and therapy, this shift couldn't come at a better time. For people dealing with depression, PTSD, anxiety disorders, addiction, and chronic pain, two groundbreaking treatments are making all the difference: transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and ketamine therapy. On their own, each is a powerful tool. But together, they’re saving lives.

At Serenity Mental Health Centers, we watch our patients break free from years of emotional pain and take back control of their minds with these treatments. Where traditional treatment plans have fallen short, TMS therapy and ketamine infusion therapy offers a new, science-backed approach to mental wellness. If you've been wondering whether there's more that can be done… there is.

Why Traditional Treatments Often Fall Short

Antidepressants, talk therapy, and inpatient care at hospitals have been the standard of care for decades. But what happens when patients don’t get better? For many struggling with major depression, PTSD symptoms, or long-term addiction, these methods aren't enough. People are often left waiting for relief that never comes.

That’s where innovation in mental health care comes in. The combination of ketamine infusion therapy and TMS therapy is rapidly becoming the gold standard for treatment-resistant conditions, especially at Serenity. These options work by directly stimulating the brain in ways that traditional medication simply can’t.

TMS Therapy: Reshaping the Brain Without Medication

TMS therapy is a medication-free form of therapy that stimulates the brain by using magnetic pulses to activate underactive areas of the brain. TMS targets the prefrontal cortex, known to be the region responsible for mood regulation, decision-making, and impulse control. Unlike medications that impact the whole body, TMS is localized, precise, and has virtually no systemic side effects.

During TMS sessions, patients relax in a chair while one of our BrainWays devices delivers focused pulses to stimulate neural activity. Over time, this stimulation strengthens brain circuits associated with emotional balance, making it incredibly promising for PTSD, anxiety disorders, depression, and other conditions.

Patients often begin to notice changes within a few weeks. Our patients report having more energy, more clarity, and less emotional weight. For those battling chronic symptoms, this progress can feel like finally coming up for air. We’ve seen the results firsthand, and couldn’t be happy for those we’ve treated. You can check out their success stories here.

Ketamine Therapy: Rewiring Emotional Pathways

While TMS works on external brain stimulation, ketamine therapy works internally. Low-dose ketamine is delivered through IV in a controlled environment. Unlike traditional antidepressants that take weeks to act on serotonin, ketamine targets glutamate (the brain's most abundant neurotransmitter) and works within hours.

Ketamine for Depression has shown rapid relief, especially for those with suicidal thoughts. It’s also highly effective for patients suffering from PTSD, addiction, and anxiety disorders. Ketamine therapy helps our patients confront trauma, reduce compulsive behavior, and offer a new emotional perspective.

At Serenity’s local ketamine clinics, we tailor ketamine infusion therapy to each individual’s symptoms. The effects aren’t just chemical, they’re neurological, and promote new neural connections while restoring balance in brain networks that have been disrupted by years of suffering.

Why the Combination Works So Well

TMS and ketamine therapy might work differently, but they complement each other beautifully. TMS builds long-term structure and rhythm in the brain, while ketamine creates short-term breakthroughs and emotional resets. Together, they address both the architecture of mental illness and the emotional experiences that reinforce it.

Imagine a house in disrepair. Ketamine therapy clears the emotional clutter and gives you room to think and feel again. TMS therapy then rebuilds the framework, stabilizing your progress so you can stay grounded as you heal.

Patients dealing with depression symptoms, PTSD symptoms, chronic pain, or addiction often have deeply embedded neural patterns that require this dual approach. One therapy opens the door; the other helps you walk through it.

Real Relief for Depression, PTSD, Anxiety, Addiction, and Pain

TMS depression treatment has helped thousands regain motivation and lift the fog of hopelessness. Patients with PTSD report fewer nightmares and flashbacks, and people living with anxiety disorders say the racing thoughts finally slow down.

Addiction, often tied to trauma or untreated depression, can start as a coping mechanism but becomes a cycle of destruction. Ketamine infusion therapy helps break that loop, offering both immediate relief and space for change. When combined with TMS sessions, the likelihood of relapse drops, and emotional resilience improves. Even chronic pain responds well to this combination. Pain isn’t just physical; it’s emotional and neurological. These treatments help on all three levels.

What to Expect: Your First Steps Toward Healing

Our psychiatrists take the time to understand your symptoms, your history, and your goals. We develop a treatment plan that may involve one or both therapies, depending on what you need. We believe that no two patients are alike, so no treatment plan should be, either.

TMS sessions are typically scheduled five times a week for several weeks. Each appointment lasts around 30-40 minutes, and you can resume daily activities right after. Ketamine infusion therapy sessions are usually spaced out across a few weeks and are administered in a calm, supportive environment.

Most patients experience improvements early on. But the real magic is what happens after the treatments. Patients experience a renewed ability to connect, to engage, and to live without the constant weight of pain or fear.

A Better Alternative to Hospitals and Traditional Clinics

Too many people assume they need to check into hospitals or live with side effects from daily medication just to manage their mental health. This jump from tier 2 into tier 4 treatment has been a mainstay for far too long.

Serenity offers a different form of treatment: tier 3. We offer treatments like TMS and ketamine to provide a better path; one rooted in science, compassion, and flexibility that doesn’t jump from managing symptoms to an extreme like inpatient hospitalization.

At Serenity, our psychiatrists and behavioral health providers are experts in advanced treatments that don't just manage symptoms but change lives. Whether you’re dealing with depression, PTSD, addiction, or an anxiety disorder, our team is here to guide you toward real relief. You don’t need to be in crisis to deserve support!

A Message to Patients Who Feel Like Nothing Has Worked

We see you. We see those of you who have tried everything. Maybe you have visited hospitals, seen multiple psychiatrists, switched medications countless times, and still feel stuck. We also see what happens when those same people experience the breakthrough of TMS and ketamine together. They come back more energized, more hopeful, and more themselves.

For some, the transformation starts after the first ketamine infusion therapy session. For others, it takes a few weeks of TMS therapy to begin noticing the shift. But in nearly every case, the combination is a turning point; a moment when the impossible starts to feel possible again.

Book Your Consultation at Our Local Clinic Today

The decision to pursue treatment is never easy. But when you're working with a trusted psychiatrist and a care team that truly listens, it becomes a powerful step toward change.

Whether you’re curious about ketamine for depression, need support for PTSD or addiction, or want to know if TMS sessions are right for you, we’re here to help. Our clinics offer FDA-approved depression treatment, TMS provider consultations, and customized care plans rooted in the belief that you can get better.

You don’t have to go through this alone. Book your consultation today to get started with one of our board-certified psychiatrists. You’ll find that The path to healing may look different, but it starts with one powerful step. Let’s take that step together.