Struggling with depression in Harrisburg, PA and haven’t found relief with antidepressants? York TMS Clinic brings FDA-cleared Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy to residents across the greater Harrisburg area. Our non-invasive, drug-free approach uses targeted magnetic pulses to activate brain regions tied to mood. We specialize in treating major depressive disorder, treatment-resistant depression, anxious depression, and OCD. Most insurance plans are accepted, sessions fit easily into your day, and there’s no recovery time required.
Major Depressive Disorder
Treatment-Resistant Depression
OCD
Anxious Depression
Adolescent Depression (Ages 15+)
Most patients receive a decision within 24 hours.
We verify insurance for you before your first visit.
No obligation. Your information is 100% confidential.
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Accepted: Most major commercial insurance plans · Medicare · Self-pay · CareCredit · Advance Care Card
of patients experience meaningful improvement
per session, drive yourself home
FDA cleared, backed by clinical research
FDA-cleared NeuroStar TMS
Now accepting new patients in Harrisburg
Most major insurance plans accepted
Serving Harrisburg, York, Lancaster, and surrounding PA areas
Sessions from 19 to 37 minutes · no recovery time
People from Harrisburg, York, and Lancaster come to us after antidepressants didn’t give them the relief they needed. Here are their experiences, in their own words.
TMS therapy uses gentle magnetic fields – similar to what you’d experience with an MRI – to stimulate the brain regions that control mood. No medication, no anesthesia, no downtime.
Schedule a no-cost visit with our team. We’ll review your health history, verify your insurance coverage, and determine if TMS therapy is a good fit for you. Most patients receive a decision within 24 hours. The first session includes brain mapping and motor threshold calibration (60-90 minutes).
We map your brain to precisely target the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex – the area linked to depression. We use NeuroStar Advanced Therapy technology, and every plan is customized to your specific needs.
You’ll come in five days per week for about six to seven weeks. Each session lasts between 19 and 37 minutes depending on your individual treatment plan. You stay fully awake, can read or watch TV, and drive yourself home afterward – right back to your normal routine. Many patients start feeling better by weeks two or three.
TMS therapy is FDA-cleared for major depressive disorder and OCD. We also offer it for other mental health challenges. Many people from Harrisburg and across Central Pennsylvania choose us after two or more antidepressants failed to provide the relief they hoped for.
MDD is more than just feeling down. TMS is an FDA-cleared option that works directly on brain areas related to mood. If antidepressants left you with unwanted side effects or simply didn’t work well enough, TMS offers a different approach – without the weight gain, fatigue, or brain fog that some medications cause.
Doctors use the term “treatment-resistant” when depression remains strong even after trying two or more antidepressants. That situation is exactly what TMS was designed to address. Most insurance plans in the Harrisburg area specifically cover TMS for TRD.
For OCD, TMS received FDA clearance as an adjunct treatment. Many local patients who have tried medication and talk therapy without enough improvement find that TMS makes a real difference in their daily lives.
Sometimes depression and anxiety happen together. When they do, it’s called anxious depression. TMS targets the brain circuits involved in both low mood and worry – so patients often feel relief from both at the same time.
TMS is also indicated as an adjunct treatment for major depressive disorder in adolescents aged 15 to 21. Our team has experience working with teens and young adults who haven’t found success with antidepressants.
Our clinic was built around one goal: making effective treatment easy and stress-free for people throughout Central Pennsylvania.
We handle all prior authorization paperwork for most major commercial insurance plans and Medicare. You won’t get any surprise bills. If your plan doesn’t cover TMS therapy, we’ll let you know upfront – before you ever come to the office. Self-pay and financing options (CareCredit and Advance Care Card) are also available.
We use NeuroStar Advanced Therapy, one of the most trusted and well-studied TMS systems available. It received FDA clearance in 2008 and has been supported by hundreds of clinical studies and nearly 6 million treatments.
Each session lasts 19 to 37 minutes. You drive yourself to our York office, relax in a comfortable chair while the treatment works, and then drive back to your day. Most Harrisburg-area patients have no trouble fitting TMS into their lunch break or between daily errands.
Every TMS technician at York TMS Clinic is certified in NeuroStar TMS Therapy. You’ll work with the same caring technician at every visit – ensuring consistent, personal attention from your first session to your last.
Dr. Etienne serves as the Medical Director for York TMS Clinic, offering specialized TMS therapy to individuals across Lancaster, York, and Harrisburg. Under Dr. E’s leadership, the clinic provides a medication-free alternative for those living with Major Depressive Disorder, anxious depression, and OCD. The practice is dedicated to making interventional psychiatry accessible by focusing on patient comfort and streamlining the intake appointment process. Dr. Etienne guides the clinical team to ensure that every treatment plan is aligned with research-backed methods, helping patients regain control of their behavioral health.
Specialization :Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) · Treatment-Resistant Depression · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) · Anxious Depression
Practice Location : Harrisburg TMS Clinic – Harrisburg, PA
Oversees the clinical protocols and technical performance, ensuring that every session meets high standards for safety and effectiveness.
Coordinates the patient experience, from scheduling and insurance verification to ensuring a smooth outpatient basis for care.
Certified in NeuroStar TMS Therapy, providing attentive care during treatment sessions and ensuring proper device calibration.
Certified in NeuroStar TMS Therapy, working directly with patients to ensure comfort and continuity throughout the course of treatment.
Yes – TMS therapy is covered by most major insurance plans for treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder. York TMS Clinic accepts a vast majority of commercial and Medicare insurance plans. We handle all prior authorization paperwork for you at no charge. Just bring your insurance card to your first visit, and we’ll take care of the rest.
| Insurance Plan | Status | Insurance Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Permanente | Accepted | Aetna | Accepted |
| Cigna | Accepted | Blue Cross Blue Shield | Accepted |
| TRICARE | Accepted | Anthem | Accepted |
| Beacon Health Options | Accepted | Advanced Care | Accepted |
| Medicaid | Accepted | Meritain Health | Accepted |
| CareCredit | Accepted | UnitedHealthcare | Accepted |
| Humana | Accepted | Medicare | Accepted |
What insurance typically looks for : A diagnosis of major depressive disorder (MDD) or treatment-resistant depression (TRD), plus documentation that you’ve tried two or more antidepressants at the proper dose and duration. Our team will review your history and handle all the paperwork on your behalf.
Self-pay and financing options are also available upon request, including CareCredit and Advance Care Card.
We’re located at 1806 N George St, York, PA 17404 – easily accessible from I-83 and Route 30. The drive from Harrisburg takes approximately 25-30 minutes.
1806 N George St, York, PA 17404
Free parking is available on-site. Pull into the lot off N George Street and enter through the main entrance. Accessible entry is available. If you have trouble finding us, call (717) 699-7361 and a team member will guide you in.
Take I-83 South toward York
Take exit 22 for PA-462/Market Street
Turn left onto PA-462 East/Market Street
Turn right onto N George Street
Continue to 1806 N George St – the clinic will be on your right
From downtown Harrisburg:
~25 minutes
From Camp Hill:
~30 minutes
From Hershey:
~35 minutes
From Lancaster:
~30 minutes
We accept a vast majority of commercial and Medicare insurance plans. We’re in-network with many major carriers. We handle all prior authorization paperwork at no cost to you. Self-pay options and financing (CareCredit, Advance Care Card) are also available. Please bring your insurance card and photo ID to your first visit.
Your first visit takes 60-90 minutes. This includes a psychiatric evaluation and a brain mapping session to find your motor threshold and motor hotspot – ensuring precise targeting of the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. After that, daily treatment sessions last 19-37 minutes depending on your treatment plan.
No, not at all. TMS and ECT are completely different. TMS uses gentle magnetic pulses (similar to an MRI) to stimulate specific brain regions. There’s no anesthesia, no seizure, no implanted device, and no memory loss. Unlike ECT, TMS has no cognitive side effects. The only side effect is mild scalp discomfort during the first few sessions.
A full course of TMS is usually five sessions per week for 6-7 weeks – about 30-36 sessions total. Most people start noticing improvement between weeks 2 and 3. Full benefits typically appear by the end of the full treatment course. Studies show about 83% of people who complete TMS experience meaningful relief.
Yes. TMS has been FDA-cleared since 2008 and proven safe in over 100 clinical studies. The side effect is mild, temporary scalp discomfort or a headache during the first few sessions, which typically goes away on its own. Unlike antidepressants, TMS does not cause weight gain, sexual problems, fatigue, or brain fog. There is a rare risk of seizure (less than 0.1% of patients).
Yes, there’s free parking right at 1806 N George St, York, PA. Pull into the lot off N George Street and enter the main entrance. Accessible entry is available. If you have trouble finding us, just call (717) 699-7361.
We use NeuroStar Advanced Therapy. This technology is backed by extensive clinical research and has been used in nearly 6 million treatments.
Call us at (717) 699-7361 or fill out the form on this page. Our team will verify your insurance, schedule your free consultation, and walk you through the whole process. Most patients begin treatment within one to two weeks after their initial consultation.
Most patients get a decision within 24 hours. We verify your insurance before you come in, handle all prior authorization, and can usually start your treatment within one to two weeks. Your consultation is free and there’s no obligation.
Free consultation – no obligation
Insurance verified before your visit
Most patients receive a decision within 24 hours
Serving Harrisburg, York, Lancaster & Central PA
Most patients receive a coverage decision within 24 hours.
We’ll verify your insurance benefits at no charge.
