I started struggling with depression about 10 years ago. I tried medications and talk therapy, but none of them were working for me. About three years ago my psychiatrist recommended TMS therapy.

The first two times I tried TMS I was going through a period of transition—my mom had a stroke the first time, and the second time she passed away. After she passed I went into a deep depression and struggled with substance abuse issues. Once I had dealt with those issues, I decided to try TMS again.

Now I find myself doing things that are good for me without even thinking about it. I see my doctor about health issues, and before TMS I wouldn’t care enough about myself to do that. I go to depression support groups. I used to just lie in bed and think about how bad I felt—now on my bad days I’m able to be productive, at least watch TV or go for a walk. That’s something I never used to do.

I feel better, and I would credit that to the treatment itself but also to interacting with the staff at Greenbrook TMS. When I voice a negative thought they help me talk through it, and I’m able to remind myself that things are actually better than they used to be. I look back on how I used to act and can’t understand my behavior. I would lie in bed all day, I wouldn’t eat anything, I wouldn’t shower. I can’t believe that was me.