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Auckland, Auckland
Technology TMS (Theta Burst Stimulation Protocol)
Insurance accepted Self-Pay
"Patients highlight comfortable treatment environment and thorough consultations."
Parnell, Auckland
Technology rTMS, iTBS (Intermittent Theta Burst Stimulation), cTBS (Continuous Theta Burst Stimulation)
Insurance accepted Self-Pay
"Patients praise the personalized treatment plans and professional care team."
Milford, Auckland
Technology TMS Therapy System
Insurance accepted Self-Pay
"Patients highlight comfortable treatment environment and thorough consultations."
From how TMS works to insurance coverage, costs, and what to expect — here's a comprehensive guide to finding TMS therapy in Auckland.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-invasive, FDA/NICE/Health Canada/TGA-cleared treatment that uses focused magnetic pulses to stimulate underactive regions of the brain linked to depression and other mental health conditions. Unlike electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), TMS requires no anaesthesia, no surgery, and causes no memory impairment.
In Auckland, there are 4 verified TMS clinics offering this treatment. A full course typically consists of 20–40 sessions, delivered 5 days a week over 6–8 weeks. Each session lasts approximately 20–40 minutes, and patients typically resume normal activities immediately afterward.
TMS is primarily used for treatment-resistant depression but has expanding clinical applications. In Auckland, clinics offer TMS for:
clinically proven and approved by relevant regulatory bodies. major insurance providers typically cover TMS when pre-authorised and when standard medication and psychotherapy have not provided adequate relief.
The three main TMS devices are FDA/NICE/Health Canada/TGA-cleared and available at clinics in Auckland. Each uses a different coil design and stimulation protocol:
The most widely used TMS system. Targets the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC) for depression. Standard protocol: 37.5 min sessions, 5x/week for 6 weeks.
Uses an H-shaped coil that penetrates deeper and broader brain regions. Cleared for depression and OCD. May be effective for patients who did not respond to standard rTMS.
Offers both standard and accelerated Theta Burst protocols. TBS can reduce session time to 3–6 minutes with comparable efficacy to standard 37.5-minute sessions.