Choosing Hero Brain Health for your care means choosing a treatment that is both scientifically advanced and deeply supportive of your wellbeing.
Simply put, eTMS works. Most of our patients experience significant improvements in their symptoms – often a night-and-day difference in mood, sleep, and overall outlook. In state programs similar to ours, over 85% of participants have reported positive results, with PTSD and depression symptoms dropping by more than half on average. Clinical trials have found eTMS can achieve up to a 63% reduction in PTSD severity, far outperforming typical medications or talk therapy. What does this mean for you? It means you have a very good chance of finally finding relief from the nightmares, anxiety, sadness, or cognitive cloud that have been weighing you down. Many describe the outcome as “life-changing” or “lifesaving”, as their daily functioning and relationships dramatically improve.
No two brains – and no two trauma histories – are exactly alike. That’s why personalization is at the heart of our approach. eTMS is guided by your own EEG biomarkers, ensuring we target the specific neural circuits that will benefit you most. This precision leads to a more potent and direct therapy than generic treatments. Patients often feel that the treatment “gets right to the source” of their issues. Because we customize frequency and location for each individual, we can address a wide range of challenges: calming an overactive fight-or-flight response, improving focus and memory, alleviating depression, stabilizing sleep patterns, and more. And our team continuously fine-tunes your care based on your feedback and results. This level of individualized attention means you’re not just a number – you’re receiving care designed uniquely for you.
eTMS can lead to noticeable improvements in a short time frame – weeks, not years. Many of our patients start to feel better after the first 1–2 weeks of daily sessions. That might mean sleeping through the night for the first time in ages, or waking up without that heavy feeling of dread, or realizing you went a whole day without a panic episode. Even deeper healing, such as resolution of flashbacks or major mood stabilization, often occurs by the end of the typical 4 week protocol. Importantly, these gains happen without adding any drug burden to your body. If you’ve been on medications (antidepressants, sedatives, etc.), you know they can come with side effects and often don’t fully solve the problem. eTMS is drug-free and can be used alongside your current therapy or medications (we’ll coordinate with your providers). In fact, patients who undergo eTMS frequently report that talk therapy becomes more effective afterward – once their brain is more regulated, they can engage with counseling on a deeper level. And for those who are tired of pills, some are able to reduce or eliminate certain medications under their doctor’s guidance as their brain function normalizes. The bottom line: eTMS offers a faster path to feeling like yourself again, naturally and holistically.
Hero Brain Health provides a treatment that is non-invasive and gentle, with an excellent safety profile. Unlike many medications, eTMS does not cause weight gain, sexual side effects, drowsiness, or risk of dependency. Unlike invasive procedures, there’s no anesthesia, no hospital stay, and no recovery downtime. The treatment is done in an outpatient setting – you come in, have a session, and go about your day. The most common side effect during sessions is a mild tapping sensation on the head; after sessions, a small percentage of patients may have a temporary headache or slight fatigue. These effects are generally mild and resolve quickly (a Tylenol and rest is usually enough, if needed). We monitor you closely during every session to ensure you’re comfortable. For those with concerns about electromagnetic fields: TMS has been used for decades and there is no evidence of any long-term negative effects on brain tissue or cognitive ability – in fact, quite the opposite, as it tends to enhance cognitive clarity. Our physician will review all safety information with you beforehand, but rest assured, eTMS is considered a very safe treatment. It’s even being explored for use in active-duty military settings because of its safety and portability (no need for a pharmacy or surgery). When you undergo eTMS at Hero Brain Health, you can feel confident that you’re in caring, capable hands and that your well-being is protected at all times.
The benefits of our program extend beyond the technology itself. We truly take a whole-person approach to your healing. From day one, you’ll be greeted by staff who understand the stresses and traumas you’ve been through. We offer resources like peer support groups, family education workshops, and adjunctive therapy referrals (for example, to trauma-focused therapists or sleep specialists) to complement your eTMS sessions. While the magnetic stimulation works on your brain networks, we’ll help you build the skills and support systems to maintain your gains – whether that’s teaching you relaxation techniques to reinforce the new calm in your nervous system, or connecting you with employment and social services if you’re struggling in those areas. Our clinic environment is designed to be soothing and welcoming for those who may feel anxious: private treatment rooms, comfortable seating, and the freedom for you to bring a friend or service dog if that eases your experience. We consider family members part of the healing process too (with your permission), keeping them informed and involved as appropriate. Hero Brain Health is here to empower you on every level – mentally, physically, and emotionally. Many patients say they not only found relief from symptoms, but also rediscovered a sense of purpose and connection by engaging with our team and the fellow “heroes” they meet here. We are honored to walk alongside you in this journey.
We firmly believe that cost should never be a barrier to receiving life-saving care. Hero Brain Health is actively supported by public funding and private grants so that our services can be provided at no charge to veterans and first responders. In similar eTMS initiatives in other states, treatment is fully free for those who qualify, and we are committed to achieving the same here in Massachusetts. If you are a veteran or first responder struggling with the conditions we treat, please reach out – we will work with state agencies, charitable foundations, and insurance as needed to ensure you get this therapy without financial burden. Our vision is that you focus on healing, not on bills.
(If you are a policy-maker or potential funder reading this, we invite you to learn more about how you can support our mission to provide free treatment to our heroes.) In addition, because eTMS is an outpatient therapy, there are no hospital fees or lengthy appointments to worry about. We also offer flexible scheduling (including early morning and evening slots) to accommodate those who are working or in school. At Hero Brain Health, accessibility is a key benefit – we aim to make it as easy as possible for you to get the help you deserve.
Hero Brain Health offers a powerful blend of efficacy and empathy. You get a treatment that is at the forefront of neuroscience, proven to work, and you receive it in an environment filled with genuine care for you as a person. The benefits aren’t just in symptom reduction (though that is our primary goal); it’s also in the way you’ll feel treated and valued here. Our hope is that through eTMS you will not only find relief from what’s hurting you, but also gain new confidence that healing is possible and that your future can be brighter. You’ve given so much in your service – now it’s our turn to serve you. Let us help you reclaim a life of peace, purpose, and happiness.
Hero Brain
Health, LLC
22 Kent Street
Somerville, MA 02143