Patient Testimonials

“I had been struggling with severe depression for over ten years. I had tried every single medication on the market and was faced with tremendous side effects with only minimal relief from my depression. The year before I started TMS therapy I went through twenty-three ECT (electric convulsive therapy) treatments and it also had horrific side effects with only minimal relief from my suffering. I decided to meet with Dr. Bermudes for a consultation and the following week I started the TMS therapy. It has been over a year now and I can confidently say that TMS therapy has drastically changed my life. Before TMS therapy I woke up every day feeling like my life was not worth living. Now, I wake up each day feeling grateful and so happy to be alive.” (Katie F.)
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“I have suffered from depression and anxiety for almost ten years.  I too have tried every type of mood stabilizer and/or anti-depressant in the market.  I was even misdiagnosed as being Bi-Polar until Dr. Bermudes properly diagnosed my problem.   My depression took a major toll on my family especially my children.  The psychiatrist I was seeing prior to Dr. Bermudes  recommended TMS due to my resistance to just about every medication for major depression/Bi-Polar. I was excited when I was approved only a few months later.  It took about 7 to 8 weeks of treatment, but I noticed my constant crying episodes had almost diminished.  TMS along with cognitive therapy with Dr. Bermudes has made my life worth living again.  Additionally, the staff was so caring and enthusiastic about my recovery that I looked forward to each treatment.  I would definitely recommend TMS to others suffering from this horrible and debilitating disease.” (Christine H.)

 

“Seeking treatment with Dr. Bermudes has made the biggest impact on my life in regards to my mental health. Prior to receiving TMS I was unable to live my life at a functioning level. Because my depression had become so bad I was unable to work and my relationships were slipping away. In the past 18 years of trying to find help I went through many psychiatrists, most of which said, they no longer knew what to do and I was off to find a new one. My search has finally stopped! Dr. Bermudes has gone above and beyond to help me and has committed to me more than once that he “will not give up” and he hasn’t. Part of that has been to treat me with TMS. Wonderful things have come about: I feel the best I have in years, I am going back to work, and my friends get to have me back. He has an exceptional staff! They have always worked with me to find appointments that fit my schedule, they are very supportive and kind, and they have always greeted me with a smile, and are great listeners when I talk throughout my treatment. I highly recommend Sacramento TMS!” (Michelle)

 

“I have suffered from major depression for years. I have tried almost every antidepressant available without much improvement in my symptoms.  TMS has allowed me to experience periods where I don’t feel so depressed. It used to take a great deal of effort just to get out of bed each day.  Now I am able to go to work without much effort at all. As a side benefit, I also suffered from chronic headaches, and I feel that my TMS treatments help decrease the severity and frequency of those. I would recommend TMS treatment to anyone suffering from depression, and I would, without hesitation, recommend Sacramento TMS and Dr. Bermudes. Since treating with Dr. Bermudes I feel more hopeful than ever before. He and his staff are the most caring and knowledgeable professionals I have ever worked with.” (Christina)

 

“I struggled with treatment resistant depression for 5 years. When I first sought treatment for my depression I tried medication and talk therapy. I tried almost every medication out there and stuck with therapy but no medication or amount of therapy has ever given me the results TMS has.   When I first came to Sacramento TMS I had lost all hope of successfully treating my depression. I was in the midst of the worst depressive episode I had ever experienced. I had lost all joy in my life. Everything was such a chore, even simply taking a shower seemed impossible. I had become paralyzed by my mood and negative thoughts. My depression had wreaked havoc on all areas of my life: my relationships, education, family and my health.  Receiving TMS treatment has given me the ability to fully live my life. I knew the treatment was beginning to have an impact when I felt as though a huge burden had been lifted from me. I no longer isolated myself and became more social than I have been in years. I have also regained my motivation and sense of purpose. Before receiving TMS I perceived my world and all my experiences with intense negativity. My mind was filled with negative thoughts about myself which I believed to be absolute truths. I no longer have these thoughts and have a greater peace of mind. I now find joy in life and know there is hope.  I have had such significant and sustained results with TMS that I know recovery from depression is possible for me. If I ever experience depression again I am confident TMS will be an effective treatment.” (E.H.)

 

“Throughout my treatment with Sacramento TMS Dr. Bermudes has been a great support to me. He always made it clear to me that there is hope for treating my depression and that he would do whatever he could in order to help me.  Sacramento TMS staff have always been very friendly, helpful and professional. When I was receiving TMS daily it was always a pleasure to see them.” (E.H.)