I was really struggling with depression and anxiety, even after trying all sorts of antidepressants over the years. Nothing seemed to work, and I was at a pretty low point, especially after job issues and a rough few years. Then I found out about TMS and decided to try it at the Brain Wellness Center in San Ramon, CA. Honestly, it's surprising how few people know about this treatment. I had around 40 sessions. The doctors, especially Dr. Hashemian, were hands-on with the treatment, checking in every week and adjusting things as needed. They were really friendly and made me feel at ease from the start. The staff was great too - I actually miss seeing them now. I did about 35 sessions covered by insurance over 12 weeks, going almost every weekday. My treatment plan changed a couple of times, focusing more on anxiety or depression as needed. Near the end of my sessions, Dr. Hashemian even offered extra sessions for free to make sure I got the full benefit. I'm amazed at how much better I feel after TMS. I'm enjoying life, my family, and everything feels so much better now. My relationship with my husband has improved a lot too. Before TMS, I was pretty close to giving up, but now I'm so glad to be here. This treatment was the best thing I've tried for my depression and anxiety. TMS at Brain Wellness Center really worked for me. The personalized care and the supportive team made a huge difference. I highly recommend it to anyone dealing with depression and anxiety. Another thing worth mentioning is the huge shift in how I care for myself. Before TMS, I didn't bother much with my appearance - it was just sweatpants and no makeup. But after the treatment, there's been a total change. I've started doing routine skincare, applying makeup, getting keratin hair treatments, and even coordinating my clothes and accessories. It's a complete turnaround from where I was, and honestly, it feels great. This level of change in self-care and image is something I never expected but am thoroughly enjoying. Big shoutout to Daisy, Mayra and Autumn. They are the best caring for patients! read more

I was recommended to this clinic by a new psychiatrist I worked with while dealing with the worst depressive episode that lasted more than four months & continued to come back every couple of weeks. After 20+ years of dealing with major depressive order & persistent depressive disorder PDD (a low grade depression with persistent sense of sadness & hopelessness I felt every day) & trying every medication on the market, she recommended trying TMS since medication had never worked. And I can honestly say it saved my life. I was overseen by two remarkable & highly qualified doctors; Dr Hashemian & Dr. Krompier who explained the science behind the treatments in a way I could understand & they checked in on me every week so I felt completely taken care of.. But, my daily interactions were with the staff at the Modesto office. Ruby, Vivian & Kala. I could not have gotten through the daily grind of going every day without the help of these 3 wonderful women. They were capable & knowledgeable and treated me with so much care & compassion. They were my therapists, friends, nurses & confidants all rolled into one. I had faith in the science of TMS, but the idea of it was a little scary & daunting, but these ladies put me at ease, distracted me when applicable and made it an enjoyable experience. Without them, I do not believe I would be doing so well. I can say today that I am depression free~ and it's been years since I uttered those words. So words cannot express how grateful I am for the TMS and the staff that helped me through it. I've tried everything in the market for help. Try TMS it will save your life read more

As I am writing this review, I think of all the people who are suffering from an unresolved mental illness and how unfortunate it is that TMS and neurofeedback are not first-line treatments for many mental health issues since the pain of finding the right medication may never end. Hi, my name is Jessica Perez, and I want to advocate for those of you who are struggling with depression, anxiety, insomnia, and OCD. Please look no further and call Autumn, who is amazing and helpful at setting up your first appointment with Dr. Hashimian! Autumn will handle your insurance claim like a champion and will explain any expense report very well. My experience here has been amazing, and I thank God every day for the blessing of feeling better and better every day. I am thankful to Dr. Hashimian for helping me get out of the darkness that I was in day in and day out! TMS has done amazing things by lifting my depression and allowing me to see the beautiful blue sky that I thought I was doomed to not be able to enjoy watching ever again. My TMS location was in Modesto, but due to medical reasons, my baby was hospitalized at Standford, and the brain wellness team was so supportive and allowed me to continue my last week of treatment in the beautiful San José location and recently had the pleasure to meet Dr, Hashimian at the main San Ramon office. I cannot say enough about the greatness of this treatment and the invisible bedside manner that Dr. Hashimian and his team have. read more

I came to the Brain Wellness Center in a very dark place, with my anxiety at an all-time high. Initially, I was skeptical about not needing medication to feel better, but this treatment has truly worked for me. I'll admit that by my 18th session, I still hadn't noticed any significant changes. However, after finishing my 23rd session, something shifted. The next day, dare I say it, was actually *good*! Slowly but surely, I started feeling happier and more social again. Now, I feel like I'm back to my old self, and I'm incredibly grateful to Dr. Hashemian and Dr. Palmer. They were fantastic--offering support, encouragement, and insightful that helped me along the way. The entire staff is amazing, but I especially want to shout out Dezi. She was the best! I'll genuinely miss our 12-minute chats (my choice--if you prefer peace and quiet during your treatment, just let them know). A bit about me: I've survived two types of cancer, learned to walk again after being paralyzed, and live with gastroparesis. With all of that, plus the everyday stresses of life, my depression and anxiety had reached a 10. But thanks to TMS, I've been able to bring that down to a manageable 2. This treatment truly saved my life. While I may need a few follow-up sessions in the future, for now, I'm doing great. Thank you to everyone at the Brain Wellness Center! read more

My daughter was diagnosed with attention deficit, and doctors tried her on several different stimulant medications. She developed twitching and tics and had a hard time falling asleep and was more anxious without any improvement in her attention. In desperation, I searched the Internet and came across the Brain Wellness Center. I was not particularly impressed when Dr. Ali suggested her symptoms did not seem to fit ADHD and recommended doing a brain map to measure her brain activity and her ability to pay attention. Brain map showed she had no attention problem but she had auditory processing issues, which have made her look like having attentional problems. This was very strange because nobody, including her doctor or psychiatrist, had mentioned anything about auditory processing, and she was not hard of hearing. Anyway, Long story short, after doing about 3 months of auditory training, her attention symptoms improved, her teachers mentioned whatever medication she was on seemed to be working! Of course, she was not taking any medications. Her reading comprehension also improved. That was almost 2 years ago and things are still good. I wish that our insurance plan we pay so much premium every month would have covered her treatment and that the treatment was not so expensive but in the end money well spent. read more

I love this place. Anyone thinking about doing TMS 1000% should, you have nothing to lose, and will lose nothing, but you will gain. Is it a magic cure? No. But it works, it helps. The decrease in my anxiety and depression is felt every single day and I've been able to breath a sigh of relief for the first time in many years. I'm floored that so few know about TMS when it actually does work. Again, it's not a fix all. My depression and anxiety are not gone, but the intensity of my symptoms is so greatly decreased, this is the most "normal" I've felt in almost 13 years. It's a huge time commitment, which was frustrating for me BUT it was like going to visit a couple of friends everyday, Kayla and Vivian (apologies if I've misspelled names) are so nice and GREAT listeners. I was very sad when my treatments were over and have every intention of popping in just to say hi when I have the time! read more

To anyone who struggles with depression, anxiety, or any other mental health challenges, I want to share something that has truly changed my life. It's called Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a seven-week treatment. I'll admit, I was hesitant to commit to something so intensive. But after completing the full treatment, I can honestly say it was worth every session. I've tried various medications in the past, but none of them gave me the lasting relief I was searching for. TMS has made a significant difference for me, and I'm sharing this in the hope that it might help someone else as well. I also want to mention Dr. Ali Hashemian and his amazing team--(Vivian was my favorite team member) They were incredibly accommodating, worked with my schedule, and made sure I could attend every session with ease. I'm so grateful for their support throughout this process. read more

First, let me say that the ladies in this office are awesome. Vivian, Kala, and Ruby were very nice and always made me feel welcome and relaxed. Always with a smile too. They made my time much easier. I came into this program thinking that this treatment wasn't going to help. I have tried so many other treatments and nothing helped my depression. So I was very skeptical. I was very wrong. After completing the 36 days I feel better than I have decades. My depression started going away at about 20 treatments and it has just gotten better every day since. I feel great and I highly recommend this place if you are thinking about using TMS treatments. The doctors will answer any questions or concerns you may have. read more

I highly recommend the TMS treatment at Brain Wellness Center in Modesto! From the very beginning, Vivian and Mariah made sure I felt comfortable and supported during every session. Vivian is incredibly personable--she always took the time to check in with me, making sure I was at ease and informed throughout the process. Mariah was just as kind and attentive, always ensuring a positive experience. The treatments have been very effective, and what truly sets this place apart is the care and dedication of the staff. They create a warm, supportive environment where you feel truly valued as a patient. If you're considering TMS, this is the place to go! read more

My name is Teresa, I have suffered with depression and anxiety for most of my life. I lived my life in fear and sadness. I tried several medications all of which didn't work and gave me a lot of debilitating side effects. I was very fortunate to be able to receive treatment at the Modesto office. All the staff and doctors were very nice and patient and thorough. I went thru 36 sessions of TMS and I am feeling amazing. I have more energy, My eyes are brighter, I smile more, and my true personality has surfaced once again. I would highly recommend this TMS to those who suffer with depression and anxiety where meds have failed them. read more

I've battled anxiety and depression for the most of my life. I was afraid and depressed throughout my life. I tried a number of drugs, but they were all ineffective and had numerous crippling adverse effects. Being able to obtain therapy at the Modesto office was a great blessing. The doctors and staff were all incredibly kind, thorough, and patient. After completing 36 TMS treatments, I feel fantastic. I'm more energized, my eyes are brighter, I smile more, and my actual self has returned. For anyone with anxiety and depression for whom medication has not worked, I would heartily recommend using TMS. read more

I wanted to write this review for people who are hesitant about treatment. I went for nine weeks and made major improvements throughout. The technicians, Kayla and Vivian, were so sweet and supportive. Dr. Ali is warm and funny. Dr. Krompier is very knowledgeable. I felt like I was in good hands. They showed me graphs of my improvement each week but I didn't even need the graphs - I was seeing for myself small changes in my life for the better. I am so thankful for their staff. read more

My wife Susan went through 36 TMS treatments and this review is in her own words, "Ive seen alot of improvements in myself, having Kala, Ruby and Vivian to administer the treatments with there caring handling of me, I was a little scared of not knowing what to expect and they made me feel welcome and I was soon not afraid anymore. With there special touch and of course the treatments, I feel I'm on that road to recovery, thank you brain wellness team!!!" read more

I had such a great experience with neurofeedback for insomnia. Within 5-6 sessions I was falling asleep easily and getting restful sleep after a car accident and other trauma. These sessions along with time released melatonin have been a prayer answered. I can't thank Dr. Ali and the staff enough. I highly recommend neurofeedback for sleep improvement. Very professional and friendly staff. I loved seeing the healthy candy for the kids. read more

Modesto office was very welcoming and informative. They really take care of there patients and make you feel comfortable. Treatment itself for me was a good experience. It's wasnt a cure all for me but I definitely see the difference and worked better than I expected. My OCD became somewhat manageable. Thank you Modesto office. read more

This experience was truly amazing and highly effective. The staff was exceptional, and the M.D.s met with you weekly to monitor your progress. It's a wonderful feeling to know that you're well-cared for by staff. Vivian, thanks for connecting on a personal level. It's was nice being able to laugh through the process. read more

I had a wonderful experience. The entire team was kind and helpful. Scheduling was straightforward and handled electronically. You could even interact with the scheduling team over text for quick changes. The doctors were empathetic, informative and walked with you throughout the entire process. Highly recommended! read more

Starting this process I was very skeptical but I'm a believer now ! The changes I've seen in my son are incredible. He's so much happier. Their staff was very friendly and upbeat. Vivian was a great help with the website. The doctors are fantastic - quick to answer any questions we had. read more

I did a 7 week treatment of TMS. 30 years of depression and anxiety. The treatment has been life changing for me. The two doctors were wonderful and the office staff is amazing. I found this on my own but it needs to be given to patients by psychiatrists as an option. read more