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Are TMS Side Effects Something to Worry About? (Spoiler: Usually Not)

By Dr Kiira Tietjen | November 19, 2025
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Wondering whether TMS has side effects? You’re not alone. The truth is that most people experience only mild, short-term sensations like tapping or brief headaches — and serious side effects are extremely rare. Here’s a clear, reassuring look at what to expect and why TMS is one of the safest treatments available for depression and anxiety.

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When Medications Stop Working: Is It Time for TMS?

By Dr Kiira Tietjen | October 29, 2025
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New Connections, New Hope — #YourNewChapter If you’ve tried antidepressants and still don’t feel like yourself, you’re not alone. Many people find that the first—or even second—medication doesn’t bring the relief they hoped for. When that happens, it’s natural to wonder: what’s next? How Do You Know When Medications Aren’t Working? Clinicians look at a…

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TMS for Teen Depression

By Dr Kiira Tietjen | October 3, 2025
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the FDA approved TMS for teens as a first-line adjunct treatment.

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Antidepressants and Teens: Understanding the FDA Black Box Warning

By Dr Kiira Tietjen | September 16, 2025
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What parents and teens need to know When a teen is struggling with depression, one of the treatment options may include an antidepressant, such as an SSRI (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor). These medicines can be very effective, but many families have heard about the FDA “black box” warning related to suicide risk and feel understandably…

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TMS & Suicide Awareness: Grounded Hope This Month

By Dr Kiira Tietjen | September 4, 2025
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September is Suicide Awareness Month—a time not only to honor the lives we’ve lost, but to reflect on prevention, healing, and evidence-based treatments that can make a difference. These conversations can be hard. They can also be life-saving. The Current Reality: Suicide in the U.S. and Washington The most recent data paint a sobering picture:…

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Is TMS the Same as Shock Therapy? (No, Here’s Why)

By Dr Kiira Tietjen | August 19, 2025
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If you’ve ever heard of “shock therapy,” you might wonder if Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is the same thing. The short answer: no, not at all. This confusion is common — even among healthcare providers. But understanding the difference matters, because mixing them up keeps people from accessing safe and effective treatment for depression. What…

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The TMS Knowledge Gap

By Dr Kiira Tietjen | August 15, 2025
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Last month alone: A therapist who’d never heard of TMS asking “What’s that?” when I mentioned it. A primary care provider who thought TMS was “some kind of shock therapy.” A psychiatrist who knew the name but believed it was “experimental.” A school counselor who said “We have kids failing everything after trying medications –…

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