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Pacific Phoenix Psychiatry & TMS is proud to sponsor the Puget Sound chapter of Blue Star Families. Together, we support the mental health of military personnel, veterans & their families.

Depression is on the rise. Up to 21 million adults in the United States have at least one episode, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Read below to learn about five warning signs that signal you or a loved one has depression.

Living with a mental health disorder that doesn’t respond to treatment is devastating – but you have a noninvasive option: TMS therapy. Learn more about what to expect during TMS and how it works to alleviate depression symptoms.

Wouldn’t it be great not to have to guess at which medications will work for your mental health issues? Good news – GeneSight® testing offers just that. Learn more about GeneSight testing below and how it personalizes mental healthcare.

Anxiety is a mental health issue that’s debilitating for many people – but when is enough enough? Read on to learn more about anxiety and the symptoms that signal it is time to get professional help.

Dealing with treatment-resistant depression can feel overwhelming, but IM ketamine therapy may help when other treatments have failed. Learn how IM ketamine could offer a new path to hope.

Medication management is an excellent tool in psychiatry that helps us manage your symptoms. Read on to learn about our personalized approach and how you can benefit from the medication management program.

Most people think of obsessive-compulsive disorder as excessive handwashing or cleaning, but there are other symptoms you might not know about. Learn more about OCD and the lesser-known signs of the disorder.

Living with a veteran can be challenging, especially when they have mental health challenges. Learning how to support them is the key. Learn more about specific veteran mental health problems and how to be supportive through their journey.

Ketamine is an excellent option for treatment-resistant depression – but you've likely heard a lot of bad things about it. Read on to learn about the common myths that we've debunked on IM ketamine.

Mental well-being is essential for your overall health, but not everyone knows when to seek professional help. Learn more about mental health disorders and the signs that you could benefit from psychiatric care for emotional and physical well-being.

With the mental health crisis growing all over the world, the same treatment approaches may not be the best. Read on to learn about new techniques for better mental health outcomes and overall wellness from issues like depression and anxiety.

Men deal with a lot of things differently than women, especially stress and depression. Read on to learn more about male coping mechanisms and how to break the cycle to seek help.

High blood pressure and anxiety are two different medical conditions, but they can both trigger each other. Learn more about these two issues, how they relate, and tips to avoid complications from both.

Wouldn't it be great to find out exactly how your body works with medications to save the hassle of trying multiple drugs? The GeneSight® test offers just that. Learn more about how the test provides critical information for optimal treatment.

If you've tried antidepressants and therapy without relief of depression symptoms, you may feel hopeless – until now. Find out more about Spravato™ and how it works differently to alleviate treatment-resistant depression symptoms quickly.

Veterans served their country, and many have seen the horrors of war, so it's no surprise many are living with mental health disorders. Find out four prevalent mental health problems in veterans and how to get professional treatment.

Anxiety is prevalent around the holidays for many, but a new year is here, and you can get a hold of it. Find helpful tips and tricks that decrease anxiety for a happy and healthy new year.

Nearly 8.2 million adults will develop OCD in their lives, which is a staggering number; it can be scary when you don't know all the facts. Find out about five common OCD myths and what the truth is about living with OCD.

Suicidal ideations are the most dangerous aspect of depression, and it may seem like you can't get out – but a simple nasal spray can help. Read on to learn about Spravato™ and how it works to eliminate suicidal thoughts to overcome depression.

Severe anxiety is truly debilitating; it leads to problems at home, work, and school – but what can you do? Keep reading to learn about ketamine therapy and what to expect when receiving treatment for severe anxiety to feel like yourself again.

Starting this week, Pacific Phoenix TMS is bringing its services to a new location to the Steilacoom area in Lakewood, WA. Our existing offices in East Vancouver, WA and Salmon Creek, WA will continue to operate as well.

Have you ever noticed that when you feel anxiety, your guts start to rumble or you have diarrhea? You aren’t alone, and there's a link between the two. Keep reading to learn about the anxiety-gut connection and how to calm your stomach and anxiety.

Watching your teen struggle with depression is heartbreaking, especially when typical treatments don't work – but TMS could. Keep reading to learn about teen depression and how TMS therapy reduces their symptoms and improves their quality of life.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an up-and-coming treatment for severe depression, and it might be right for you. Keep reading to learn about the three main types of TMS and how they work to reverse mental health problems.

Military members who have seen combat and war suffer unthinkable stress and trauma – but it doesn't just affect them. Read on to find out how trauma affects those in the military and how it significantly impacts their families.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation is an up-and-coming treatment for various mental health issues, including depression and PTSD. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about TMS therapy and how it can benefit you.

Serving in the military is a true honor, but it also comes with physical and mental scars that impact mental health. Read on to learn more about the mental health issues that plague veterans and how to spot the signs of trouble.

Do you have to have everything in your pantry organized alphabetically and with the labels facing forward? Or do you constantly worry about your health? If so, you could be living with OCD. Read on to find out if you may have OCD and not know it.

Living with PTSD is tough, especially when you can't find a treatment that helps – but therapy and TMS are both excellent options. Read on to discover if TMS or therapy could benefit you and which is better for your needs.

Dealing with depression or other mental health problems is tough when you can't find treatment – but have you considered esketamine or TMS therapy? Read on to learn more about these treatments and how to decide which is better for your needs.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation is one option for the treatment of depression that's resistant to medications – but is it right for you? Read on to discover if you're a good candidate for TMS therapy to treat your mental health symptoms.

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation is an up-and-coming treatment that helps people with treatment-resistant depression and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Read on to discover how TMS therapy works on the brain to relieve mental health symptoms.

Depression is a severe mental health problem that's hard enough to manage – but what if you have obsessive-compulsive disorder, too? Read on to discover if you can have both problems simultaneously and how to get treatment for your needs.

A sudden severe panic attack can pop up at any time, leaving you helpless and unable to continue your day. Keep reading to learn why panic attacks happen and how to cope with the stress of an attack through lifestyle changes and medical help.

As a military veteran, you've seen and experienced negative events, but no one told you about the sexual trauma involved in the military. Keep reading to learn that you are not alone after sexual trauma and find ways to help overcome your grief.

When depression strikes, treatment is necessary to combat your symptoms; transcranial magnetic stimulation may be the answer when other treatments haven't helped. Read on to discover the significant benefits of TMS on depression.

Depression is a severe mental health issue that can lead to suicidal thoughts without treatment — but how can you help when someone you know feels suicidal? Read on to find out how you can help someone who has mentioned self-harm.

You may recognize ketamine as an anesthetic drug that doctors use in surgery, but did you know it also has other uses for mental health? Keep reading to find out who is a good candidate for ketamine treatment for depression and mental health.

Everyone experiences a little anxiety now and then, but when it affects your sleep and other activities, you need help — fast. Keep reading to discover what treatments you should expect for severe anxiety and how to manage it.

Until recently, commercial insurance has not covered the cost of TMS as a treatment for OCD.  We are happy to share the news that Cigna, one of the largest insurance providers in the US, is now covering TMS as a treatment for OCD in some cases.

Veterans have served our country to protect us from harm — but what happens when they get home? The horrors of war take a significant toll on their mental health. Keep reading to find out what symptoms signal a problem with PTSD in veterans.

PTSD is a debilitating mental health disorder in the deepest parts of your brain. When you have PTSD, the flashbacks can be overwhelming and take over your life. Keep reading to find out how you can effectively manage your flashbacks for good.

Do you find yourself washing your hands so much they're raw or checking to ensure you've turned the stove off day after day? You could be suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder. Keep reading to discover other signs of OCD.

When you have depression, you want a treatment that gives you your life back. Though many antidepressants fail, Spravato® works differently for treatment-resistant depression. Read on to learn more about how Spravato differs from other medications.

The holiday season can be challenging for anyone, and particularly for those who suffer from mental health conditions. The good news is that, with appropriate preparation and planning, anyone can be better equipped to tackle this exciting time.

Out-of-pocket costs for TMS vary widely. Many factors are considered when making this determination. For example, the cost depends on whether your insurance covers this procedure and on how many treatments are deemed necessary for your recovery.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a noninvasive treatment for depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, migraines, and smoking cessation. It poses very few risks, but many people haven’t heard of it or don’t understand how it works. Learn here.