Medical evaluation
Janet Starck, MD
Physician oversight
Your treatment starts with medical review, symptom history, and a clear conversation about whether TMS is the right next step.
FDA-Cleared Depression Relief
A new path forward when medication isn't enough.
When medications and therapy fall short, or daily routine becomes increasingly difficult to manage, R Hope offers a compassionate, easy-to-understand TMS treatment approach. Experience real progress without the wait.
Medical oversight
Insurance guidance
Care that fits real life
Reported outcomes
83%
report significant symptom relief
62%
experience remission
Why people reach out
Medical and psychiatric oversight throughout the process.
Insurance guidance before you commit to treatment.
EEG-informed tracking to help personalize care.
Sessions designed to fit around normal daily life.
You do not need to arrive with everything
figured out. The first step can simply be a
calm conversation.
You do not have to figure this out alone
Reaching out should feel relieving, not overwhelming.
Depression can affect sleep, focus, motivation, relationships, and the ability to get through everyday responsibilities. The treatment path should feel clearer, not heavier.
At R Hope, the goal is to help you understand your options, ask honest questions, and move forward only when the next step feels right.
No-pressure first conversation
Your first call is meant to answer questions and reduce uncertainty, not push you into a decision.
Clear next steps
We explain intake, insurance, evaluation, and timing in plain language so the process feels understandable.
Care built around daily life
Treatment is designed to fit around work, family, and normal responsibilities as much as possible.
Free depression e-book
Want something clear you can read before taking the next step?
Download the depression e-book for a calmer overview you can read at your own pace before deciding whether to reach out.
Included in the guide
A simple explanation of depression-related treatment questions, what TMS can look like in practice, and how to think about next steps without pressure.
Why patients choose TMS
A treatment option that can feel more manageable.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is FDA approved for depression and is often considered when medications or talk therapy alone have not brought enough relief.
The goal is not to overwhelm you with more complexity. The goal is to offer a treatment path that is measured, personalized, and manageable.
Beyond Medication
For many patients, TMS is the next step when medication side effects or limited results have made progress harder.
Insurance-Friendly
The clinic helps verify coverage and explain what approval can look like before you commit.
EEG-Guided Care
Assessment, EEG, and regular check-ins help keep the treatment process more tailored and more accountable.
Your care team
You deserve a team that feels steady and human.
Patients are not just booking sessions. They are stepping into a treatment relationship with medical review, psychiatric oversight, and consistent day-to-day support.
Psychiatric leadership
Dr. Rahim
Chief Psychiatrist and Co-Partner
Psychiatric guidance helps keep care grounded in diagnosis, safety, and long-term treatment planning.
Treatment consistency
Jelena Zivkovic
TMS technician
From onboarding through ongoing sessions, your day-to-day treatment experience stays consistent, supportive, and easy to follow.
When people start looking for another option
There is usually a reason someone starts searching for something different.
This is often the point where people want both better information and a place that feels safe enough to ask for help.
01
Medication has not helped enough
Many people reach out when they still feel stuck after medication, therapy, or both.
02
Daily life feels smaller
When sleep, focus, motivation, work, or relationships keep shrinking under depression, it may be time to look at another path.
03
You want a clearer next step
People often need more than hope. They need a treatment path that feels explained, practical, and emotionally manageable.
What happens when you reach out
The first step is a conversation, not a commitment.
You do not need to figure everything out alone before reaching out. We can help you understand fit, insurance, and what the first stage of treatment would involve.
We listen to what has and has not worked so far.
We help review insurance questions and practical eligibility.
We explain what the first phase of treatment would realistically look like.
How it works
What the treatment path usually looks like.
From intake to ongoing progress review, the process is designed to stay clear, paced, and easy to understand.
01
Phase
Intake & insurance review
Complete patient intake and let the clinic help review practical eligibility and insurance steps.
02
Phase
Assessment visit
Your care team reviews medical history, symptoms, EEG findings, surveys, and motor threshold before sessions begin.
03
Phase
Treatment Sessions
TMS therapy at R Hope Treatment is a step-by-step approach designed to stay practical, personalized, and easy to follow.
04
Phase
Weekly EEG Tracking
EEG is repeated weekly to help track improvement and synchronization of brainwaves while treatment progresses.
8-week journey
How progress often unfolds during treatment
Every patient moves at a different pace, but this gives a clearer picture of how the first eight weeks often feel in real life.
1
Week 1
Orientation & comfort
Get familiar with the R Hope team, technology, and your first rTMS sessions. EEG review follows every 5 sessions.
2
Week 2
A steady rhythm
Sessions start feeling routine while surveys and EEG help us assess early progress.
3
Week 3
More at ease
Patients often begin feeling more relaxed and more familiar with the therapy process.
4
Week 4
Calmer nights
Anxiety often starts dropping and sleep can begin to improve.
5
Week 5
Energy returns
Motivation rises and depression symptoms often begin to soften.
6
Week 6
Others notice too
Friends and family often begin noticing changes in behavior and socialization.
7
Week 7
Daily life feels lighter
Work, routines, and overall happiness often start feeling easier to manage.
8
Week 8
Momentum builds
Patients are often more eager to spend time outside, feel more creative, and have more energy.
Voices from the wider TMS community
How people often describe the change
These stories are shared from the broader TMS network and reflect the kinds of changes patients often describe as treatment progresses.
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"This treatment gave me a new lease on life. I am grateful for what I have in front of me now."
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Nicole B., Brain Health Hawaii
Patient
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"It feels like my brain is 20 years younger. Brain alertness and stamina have increased greatly. I would highly recommend it."
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Mike J., Brain Health Nebraska
Patient
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"I sleep through the whole night, and I feel completely rested. This treatment created a whole new outlook for me."
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Daniel S., Mindset San Diego
Patient
Video testimonials
Patient Story 01
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Watch on YouTubeClinical perspective
Harold M. Koenig, MD has described TMS as one of the most significant advances he has seen in medicine.
Harold M. Koenig, MD
Vice-Admiral & Former U.S. Navy Surgeon General
Call Us
+1 (847) 868-9369Speak directly with the clinic about scheduling, insurance, and whether TMS is a fit.
Email Us
office@rhopetreatment.comSend your questions and the R Hope team will help you understand next steps.
Common questions
TMS for depression
What side effects should I expect?
They are minimal, but light headaches are the most common. Patients can continue daily routines without interruptions.
How does TMS feel during a session?
The most common sensation during TMS therapy is a tapping or knocking feeling on the scalp under the treatment coil. Some patients may also feel mild discomfort or a tingling sensation in the scalp area.
What do insurers usually require?
It depends on the insurance company, but most require a depression diagnosis, two medication trials, and failed psychotherapy. R Hope can help in this process.
Why do you repeat EEG during treatment?
This is our unique method of tracking improvement and synchronization of brainwaves. It takes only 4-5 minutes to have tangible results and follow the progress of TMS therapy.
Is TMS FDA approved?
Yes, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is FDA approved for the treatment of depression in individuals who have not responded adequately to antidepressant medications.
What is TMS?
Non-invasive, drug-free treatment tailored to your brain.
When do patients usually notice results?
Improvements are often seen within a few weeks.