At SeeBeyond Medicine, we offer innovative, evidence-based approaches to neurodevelopmental disorders that go beyond conventional treatments. Our physician-led team combines cutting-edge Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) with functional medicine to address the underlying brain circuit imbalances and biochemical factors that contribute to developmental challenges, providing hope for families seeking alternatives to medication-only approaches.
The Developmental Disorder Struggle: When You’ve Tried Everything
Have you watched your child struggle with social interactions, emotional regulation, or focus despite multiple interventions?
Are you concerned about the side effects or limited benefits of medications prescribed for your loved one’s ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, or learning disability?
Do you feel that conventional approaches are merely managing symptoms without addressing the root neurological causes of developmental challenges?
Has your family been told that certain limitations are permanent, with little hope for significant improvement?
For many families navigating developmental disorders, the journey is marked by frustration, conflicting advice, and treatments that offer only partial relief. You may have tried behavioral therapies, multiple medications, dietary changes, and educational interventions and yet still see your loved one struggling with executive function, emotional regulation, or social skills.
At SeeBeyond Medicine, we understand that neurodevelopmental conditions aren’t simply chemical imbalances. They involve specific brain circuit patterns and connectivity issues. This is why many conventional treatments fall short; chemical solutions (medications) can’t always fix electrical problems. The brain’s circuitry itself must be addressed to create lasting change in function and behavior.
What is TMS Therapy for Developmental Disorders?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive therapy that uses focused magnetic pulses to gently stimulate specific brain regions. Unlike medications that affect the entire body, TMS targets precise neural networks with remarkable accuracy.
Research shows that individuals with conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD often display atypical connectivity patterns between different brain regions. Three key networks are frequently involved:
- The Central Executive Network (CEN): This frontal brain region controls focus, planning, inhibition, and executive function. In ADHD and some autism presentations, the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (part of the CEN) shows decreased activity, contributing to attention difficulties, impulsivity, and challenges with organization and planning.
- The Default Mode Network (DMN): This network, which should deactivate during focused tasks, often remains inappropriately active in developmental disorders. This creates competing neural activity that manifests as distractibility, mind-wandering, and difficulty staying on task.
- The Salience Network (SN): This “switchboard” system helps the brain determine what’s important and regulate the balance between the CEN and DMN. In developmental disorders, this network may be dysfunctional, leading to sensory hypersensitivity, emotional dysregulation, and difficulty filtering stimuli.
TMS works by delivering gentle magnetic pulses that can either activate underperforming brain regions (like the CEN in ADHD) or calm overactive areas (like the DMN or sensory processing regions in autism). Over time, these sessions help strengthen healthy neural connections and improve communication between brain networks.
Importantly, TMS is painless, non-sedating, and requires no recovery time. The procedure has been studied extensively in pediatric and adolescent populations with neurodevelopmental conditions, showing promising results for improving attention, reducing impulsivity, enhancing social cognition, and decreasing repetitive behaviors.
Why Our Developmental Disorder Program is Different
Unlike standard approaches that might offer TMS as an isolated intervention, our Enhanced TMS Protocol provides a comprehensive, multifaceted program designed specifically for the unique needs of individuals with developmental disorders.
Our approach integrates cutting-edge neuroscience with functional medicine principles to address both the electrical and biochemical aspects of brain function. This comprehensive protocol includes four key components that work synergistically:
Neurotransmitter Testing (Pre & Post-Treatment)
We begin by measuring your actual neurotransmitter levels, including GABA, glutamate, dopamine, and serotonin which are all critical for brain development, attention, and mood regulation. This allows us to track real, measurable changes throughout treatment and tailor our approach to your specific neurochemical profile, not just visible symptoms.
Calm IV Therapy
During TMS sessions, we provide specialized intravenous nutrient therapy formulated with magnesium, B vitamins, and other nutrients clinically proven to support optimal neurotransmitter production and reduce neuroinflammation which are a factor increasingly linked to developmental disorders. This creates the ideal biochemical environment for neural growth and new connections to form.
Integrated Acupuncture Sessions
Our program incorporates acupuncture which can significantly enhance neuroplasticity by increasing levels of Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor (BDNF) – a protein essential for forming new neural connections. Acupuncture also helps reduce stress and anxiety that often accompany developmental disorders, creating a calmer physiological state conducive to learning and development.
Health Coach Brain Health Sessions
Your journey includes personalized guidance on evidence-based nutrition, sleep hygiene, stress management, and targeted supplementation. These are all tailored to address the specific metabolic and nutritional needs common in developmental disorders. Our coaches work closely with families to implement practical, sustainable lifestyle changes that support brain development and function.
This integrated approach recognizes that developmental disorders involve complex interactions between genetics, brain development, immune function, gut health, and environmental factors. By addressing these multiple dimensions simultaneously, we create the optimal conditions for neurological development and improved function.
Your Partners in Healing in NY and CT
Navigating developmental disorders requires specialized expertise and a truly personalized approach. At SeeBeyond Medicine, Dr. Joon Lee and our team of neuropsychiatry and functional medicine specialists provide compassionate, physician-led care that puts your family’s needs at the center of treatment.
We take the time to listen deeply to your story, understand your unique challenges, and develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses the root causes of developmental struggles and not just the visible symptoms. Our goal is to enhance quality of life, improve functional abilities, and expand the possibilities for individuals with developmental disorders.
Our comprehensive Enhanced TMS Protocol is available at both our Scarsdale, NY and Greenwich, CT locations, making this innovative care accessible to families throughout the tri-state area. Both clinics offer state-of-the-art facilities in serene, private settings designed to create a comfortable environment for children, adolescents, and adults with sensory sensitivities and developmental needs.
Is TMS for Developmental Disorders Right for You or Your Loved One?
Our Enhanced TMS Protocol may be particularly beneficial for those who:
- Have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ADHD, or learning disabilities
- Show limited response to traditional behavioral therapies or medications alone
- Experience significant challenges with attention, focus, impulse control, or social interaction
- Struggle with sensory processing issues or emotional regulation
- Have comorbid anxiety or depression alongside developmental disorders
- Are seeking a non-pharmacological approach to improve cognitive function and behavior
- Prefer a comprehensive, root-cause approach that addresses multiple aspects of brain health
At SeeBeyond Medicine, we follow evidence-based protocols developed specifically for neurodevelopmental disorders, and we closely monitor progress to ensure safety and effectiveness throughout the treatment course.
Begin Your Journey to Lasting Relief
Living with developmental disorders presents unique challenges, but there is hope for meaningful improvement. At SeeBeyond Medicine, we’ve witnessed remarkable transformations when the right approach addresses the root neurological patterns underlying developmental challenges.
Your journey to improved function, greater independence, and enhanced well-being begins with understanding the unique neurological factors influencing development.
Book your consultation today and discover how our innovative, comprehensive approach can help open new possibilities for growth and development.
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