FDA-Cleared BrainsWay Deep TMS™ Therapy in Decatur & Metro Atlanta
Break free from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Anxious Depression, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) without systemic medication side effects. Attuned Psychiatry offers BrainsWay Deep TMS™ (H1 & H7 Coils) in our sunlit Decatur suite—giving you tailored neuromodulation backed by the highest clinical remission rates.
Most Major Insurance Plans Accepted • Dedicated Prior Authorization Team
Targeted H-Coil Precision: BrainsWay H1-Coil & H7-Coil Deep TMS™
Most clinics only offer a single standard figure-8 coil and treat every patient the same way. At Attuned Psychiatry, we offer BrainsWay Deep TMS™ with both the H1-Coil and H7-Coil so your treatment protocol is custom-matched to your brain.
BrainsWay Deep TMS™ (H1 & H7 Coils)
Utilizes patented cushioned H-Coil helmets that reach deeper and broader brain structures than traditional coils—FDA-cleared for Major Depressive Disorder, Anxious Depression, and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Accelerated & Customized Protocols
Beyond standard once-daily courses, Dr. Matzkin designs Accelerated Deep TMS™ (condensed multi-session daily theta-burst schedules for rapid relief) and Customized Protocols tailored to your neurobiology, symptom profile, and schedule.
Zero Systemic Side Effects
Unlike oral antidepressants, TMS does not circulate through your bloodstream—meaning no weight gain, sexual dysfunction, emotional blunting, gastrointestinal upset, or daytime sedation.
Real Change You Can See in Brain Activity
Depression and OCD aren't personal failings—they involve measurable changes in brain circuit activity and connectivity. Advanced interventional treatments like BrainsWay Deep TMS™ and SPRAVATO® work directly on underactive neural networks to restore healthy signaling and neuroplasticity.
Depressed Brain
Reduced metabolic & synaptic activity in mood-regulating regions.
Healthy Brain
Restored neural activation and healthy circuit communication.
Why Depth & Breadth Matter in BrainsWay Deep TMS™
Peer-reviewed electric field modeling and head-to-head randomized controlled trials demonstrate how BrainsWay's patented H-Coil architecture overcomes the depth decay limitations of standard figure-8 coils.
Deeper Cortical Penetration
Flexible geometric H-Coil windings minimize non-tangential electric field components and sum pulses synergistically—significantly slowing electric field decay at depth.
Superior Head-to-Head RCT Efficacy
In independent randomized controlled trials comparing H1-Coil Deep TMS vs. standard Figure-8 TMS, Deep TMS achieved higher clinical response rates (67% vs. 44%) and greater HAM-D score reductions.
Breaking the STAR*D Medication Cycle
The landmark NIMH STAR*D study showed that after 2 to 3 failed oral medications, remission rates drop below 14% while systemic side effects climb above 70%. Deep TMS bypasses this plateau.
Targeted Protocols for MDD, Anxious Depression & OCD
Explore the clinical trial results and treatment timelines for each FDA-cleared BrainsWay Deep TMS™ indication available at Attuned Psychiatry.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
BrainsWay Deep TMS™ stimulates bilateral prefrontal cortical networks with a focus on the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex (DLPFC). In real-world clinical settings spanning over 1,300 patients completing 30+ sessions:
- 81.7% Clinical Response Rate and 65.3% Remission Rate in real-world outcomes
- 63 days median time to remission (~20 sessions) with 86% sustained durability at 1-year follow-up
- Available in Standard 36-Session (20-min), 3-Minute Theta Burst (iTBS), and Accelerated & Customized Protocols
Anxious Depression
Between 50% and 75% of patients with Major Depressive Disorder also experience significant comorbid anxiety symptoms—making symptoms harder to treat with traditional medications. BrainsWay Deep TMS™ is FDA-cleared to reduce both depressive and anxiety symptoms simultaneously.
- 85.5% Anxiety Response Rate in real-world clinical settings after 30 sessions
- Large 0.89 Effect Size across pooled randomized controlled trials (far exceeding the 0.34 effect size of standard pharmacotherapy)
- Calms hyperactive worry circuits while restoring prefrontal mood regulation
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
BrainsWay was the first non-invasive medical device cleared by the FDA for OCD. Unlike depression coils that target the lateral prefrontal cortex, the specialized BrainsWay H7-Coil directly reaches deep into the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) and medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC)—the core neural hub driving intrusive obsessions and compulsions.
- 57.9% Clinical Response Rate and >70% achieve Landmark Milestone Improvement on the Y-BOCS scale
- 87% of responders maintain durability for ≥ 1 year after completing treatment
- 18-minute daily sessions over 6 weeks, paired with brief individualized symptom provocation
Neuroanatomy & Circuit-Based Psychiatry
Depression, anxiety, and OCD are circuit disorders involving communication between the prefrontal cortex, motor and sensory networks, and deep limbic structures. Explore our clinical neuroanatomy guides below.
The Limbic System & Emotional Circuits
How the anterior cingulate cortex, amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal networks interact to regulate mood, fear conditioning, and emotional resilience.
Neuronal Signaling & Synaptic Plasticity
Repetitive electromagnetic pulses depolarize cortical neurons, triggering neurotransmitter release and strengthening synaptic connections (long-term potentiation).
Cortical Mapping & Motor Threshold
During your first visit, Dr. Matzkin maps your primary motor cortex (homunculus) to calibrate your exact individualized stimulation dose and coil coordinates.
Download Official BrainsWay Deep TMS™ Guides
Review our co-branded Attuned Psychiatry & BrainsWay patient flyers, FAQ booklets, and peer-reviewed clinical white papers.
Deep TMS™ Patient Overview & FAQ
Learn how Deep TMS works, what a session feels like, and answers to common questions for patients and families.
MDD & Accelerated Protocol Guides
Explore clinical outcomes for Major Depressive Disorder, Anxious Depression, and FDA-cleared Accelerated & Customized Deep TMS protocols.
OCD Brochure & H-Coil White Paper
Read how the BrainsWay H7-Coil targets the anterior cingulate cortex for OCD and explore the physics of Deep TMS.
See Where Your Deep TMS™ Sessions Take Place
Every TMS session at Attuned Psychiatry takes place in a bright, peaceful, private treatment room overlooking lush Decatur greenery—equipped with our FDA-cleared BrainsWay Deep TMS™ systems.
Real Experiences From Attuned Psychiatry Patients
Discover what happens when compassionate, unhurried psychiatry meets cutting-edge interventional treatments.
“After years of feeling stuck, I finally feel like myself again.”
“I had tried so many medications that either didn't work or left me feeling numb. Starting Deep TMS at Attuned Psychiatry completely changed my outlook. The team made every single morning visit warm and encouraging.”
“From day one, I felt genuinely cared for.”
“Dr. Matzkin actually listens—he never rushed me or treated me like a checklist of symptoms. Between his thoughtful medication adjustments and the kindness of the entire Decatur office staff, I finally feel understood.”
“Spravato gave me hope when nothing else worked.”
“Walking into treatment-resistant depression care was intimidating at first, but Yolanda and the clinical team made the SPRAVATO® suite feel so safe, calm, and restorative. It lifted a weight I had carried for a decade.”
Clear Answers to Common Questions
Attuned Psychiatry is equipped with BrainsWay Deep TMS™ featuring both the H1-Coil (for Major Depressive Disorder and Anxious Depression) and the H7-Coil (for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder). Unlike traditional figure-8 rTMS coils that only stimulate a narrow focal point on the cortical surface, BrainsWay's patented H-Coil architecture stimulates deeper and broader prefrontal and anterior cingulate brain networks—minimizing targeting error and maximizing clinical remission rates.
No. TMS is completely non-invasive and requires no anesthesia, sedation, or recovery time. You remain awake and alert in a comfortable treatment chair while feeling a gentle tapping sensation on your scalp. You can drive yourself to and from every appointment and return immediately to work or daily activities.
A standard course of TMS consists of 36 sessions delivered 5 days a week (Monday through Friday) over approximately 6 to 7 weeks, followed by a brief taper. Each session lasts only 18 to 20 minutes. For patients seeking faster relief, we also offer our Accelerated & Customized Deep TMS Protocols protocol.
Yes! TMS therapy for Major Depressive Disorder, Anxious Depression, and BrainsWay Deep TMS for OCD is covered by Medicare and almost all major commercial insurance plans after prior antidepressant trials. Our prior authorization team handles the entire approval process for you.
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Whether you are seeking a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, exploring BrainsWay Deep TMS™ or SPRAVATO®, or looking for a collaborative second opinion, our Decatur team is here for you.
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