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Beyond Medication: Discover Our Enhanced TMS Protocol for OCD

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Break free from the cycle of obsessive thoughts and compulsions with advanced brain stimulation therapy. Discover a proven, FDA-approved, non-pharmacological path to lasting relief from OCD through our Enhanced TMS Protocol—available at our Scarsdale, NY, and Greenwich, CT, locations.

Struggling with intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors you can’t control, even though you know they’re irrational? Does OCD drain your energy, leave you feeling ashamed, and take up too much of your time? Have medications offered little relief or caused difficult side effects? Do compulsions dictate what you can and can’t do, making you avoid important parts of life?

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. This isn’t about willpower. OCD is a brain circuit disorder, an electrical issue in specific neural pathways. While medication can help some, it doesn’t always fix an electrical problem. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy offers a different approach.​

What is TMS Therapy for OCD?

TMS is an FDA-approved, non-invasive treatment for OCD. It uses magnetic pulses to adjust the overactive brain circuits causing obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Unlike medication, TMS targets the specific brain pathway that drives OCD’s repetitive thought-behavior loop.

The magnetic field painlessly reaches key brain areas, normalizing the electrical activity that fuels compulsions. Patients feel a gentle tapping on their head, remaining fully awake without sedation. Treatment over several weeks can significantly reduce obsessions and compulsions by restoring the brain’s natural regulation.

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Why Our OCD Program is Different

SeeBeyond Medicine optimizes your brain, not just treats it. Standard TMS clinics offer magnetic pulses. We know lasting OCD healing needs more. It requires looking at your whole self, not just circuits, but also the biochemistry, nutrition, and lifestyle choices that help or hinder recovery.

Our Enhanced TMS Protocol combines four synergistic parts for better results and lasting OCD relief.

Neurotransmitter Testing (Pre & Post-Treatment)

We measure your brain chemistry, not guess. We test your neurotransmitter levels like serotonin and dopamine before and after TMS. This data shows the exact chemical changes in your brain, personalizing your treatment for the best results.

Calm IV Therapy

We support your nervous system during TMS with our Calm IVs. They contain Magnesium and B vitamins, which help your brain make neurotransmitters. This reduces anxiety and hyperarousal common with OCD. Nourishing your brain this way creates the best environment for TMS to be effective.

Acupuncture Sessions

Acupuncture can support your OCD treatment by boosting brain healing and calming your nervous system. It helps create new neural pathways, reduces inflammation, and increases BDNF, a protein that aids brain repair. Acupuncture also soothes the fight-or-flight response linked to OCD symptoms.​

Health Coach Brain Health Sessions

Your health coach guides you on diet, sleep, stress, and supplements to boost your TMS results. OCD isn’t isolated. Gut health, inflammation, blood sugar, and sleep cycles all affect brain healing. We fix these root causes while TMS repairs your brain pathways.

This is the SeeBeyond difference: complete, root-cause care that treats you as a whole person, not just a diagnosis.

Your Partners in Healing in NY and CT

At SeeBeyond Medicine, we treat you as an individual, not a case. Dr. Joon Lee and our team listen to your story and understand your OCD symptoms to create a treatment plan suited for you. We believe in treating the root cause for healing.

Our Enhanced TMS Protocol for OCD is offered in Scarsdale, NY, and Greenwich, CT. We help individuals and families in Westchester, Fairfield, and the greater New York metro area. If you face contamination fears, checking, intrusive thoughts, or other OCD issues, you will get compassionate, evidence-based care at either clinic. We are your partners from consultation to lasting recovery.

Is TMS for OCD Right for You?

TMS therapy might help if you’ve struggled with OCD. It’s an option if SSRI medications didn’t work or caused side effects, or if you prefer a non-drug approach. Even if talk therapy like ERP felt insufficient because compulsions seemed too deeply ingrained, TMS could still be effective. It’s an FDA-approved treatment based on solid research, not an experiment. Lasting results require a multi-week commitment.

Approved in 2018 for adults with OCD unresponsive to standard treatments, TMS has shown strong results. Studies indicate 50-68% of patients see significant symptom improvement, with many achieving remission. It’s a safe, well-tolerated treatment offering hope.

Your Questions About TMS for OCD

What does TMS for OCD feel like?

Most patients describe TMS as a gentle tapping or knocking sensation on the scalp where the magnetic coil is positioned. You remain fully awake and alert during the session—no anesthesia or sedation is required. Some people experience mild scalp discomfort during the first few sessions as they adjust to the sensation, but this typically resolves quickly. You can return to your normal activities immediately after each session.​

How long is a TMS session for OCD?

Each TMS session typically lasts 30-45 minutes. The full treatment protocol for OCD often involves daily sessions (five days per week) for several weeks, with some protocols calling for up to 30 total sessions divided into phases. The exact duration and frequency will be personalized based on your response and symptom profile.

Why do you combine TMS with functional medicine?

Because brain circuit disorders like OCD don’t occur in isolation. Your neurotransmitter levels, nutritional status, inflammation levels, gut health, and stress response all influence how your brain functions and heals. By combining TMS (which directly resets the misfiring circuits) with neurotransmitter optimization, IV therapy, acupuncture, and health coaching, we create the ideal conditions for your brain to heal and stay healed. This is root-cause medicine, not just symptom management.​

Is TMS FDA-approved for OCD?

Yes, the FDA cleared TMS for the treatment of OCD in 2018, specifically for adults who have not adequately responded to traditional treatment approaches. This clearance was based on rigorous clinical trials demonstrating both safety and efficacy for reducing obsessive-compulsive symptoms.

What brain areas does TMS target for OCD?

TMS for OCD specifically targets the cortico-striato-thalamo-cortical (CSTC) circuit, including regions like the dorsomedial prefrontal cortex (dmPFC), pre-supplementary motor area (pre-SMA), and dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (dlPFC). These are the areas of the brain where dysregulated electrical activity drives the obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. By normalizing activity in these circuits, TMS helps break the OCD cycle.​

Will my OCD come back after TMS?

TMS creates lasting changes in brain circuitry by promoting neuroplasticity—your brain’s ability to form new, healthier neural pathways. Many patients maintain their results long-term, especially when combined with the nutritional, lifestyle, and stress management support we provide through our Enhanced Protocol. Some patients choose maintenance sessions periodically, but the goal is sustainable healing, not dependency on ongoing treatment.

Can TMS help if I’ve had OCD for years or decades?

Yes, TMS has been shown to be effective even in patients with chronic, long-standing OCD who have not responded to multiple medication trials. The duration of your OCD does not predict your response to TMS. What matters is the current state of your brain circuits and your commitment to the comprehensive treatment process.​

How do I get started at SeeBeyond Medicine?

Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation where we’ll review your complete medical history, discuss your specific OCD symptoms and triggers, and determine if TMS is the right fit for your unique situation. We’ll also discuss our Enhanced TMS Protocol and how the integrated components work together to optimize your outcomes. From there, we’ll create your personalized treatment plan and guide you through every step of the process.​

Begin Your Journey to Lasting Relief

You don’t have to live with obsessive thoughts and compulsions forever. SeeBeyond Medicine helps you find freedom, peace, and reclaim your life from OCD. We’ve seen patients told they were “treatment-resistant” and live medication-free.

OCD is a treatable brain circuit disorder, not a life sentence. We address the root cause with the right tools, support, and a physician who understands.

Start with a consultation. Understand your brain, neurotransmitters, and your path to lasting relief. Learn about our foundational TMS therapy program and how our evidence-based, integrative approach is freeing patients in New York and Connecticut from OCD.

Book Your Consultation today and see beyond the diagnosis—to the life of freedom waiting for you.

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