TMS Therapy for Depression Relief in Riverview, FL - Embracing Life Wellness Center
Living with treatment-resistant depression or Major Depressive Disorder in Riverview, FL? If depression medications haven’t delivered relief, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a proven alternative. Embracing Life Wellness Center delivers FDA-cleared TMS therapy to patients across Riverview, Brandon, Apollo Beach, Sun City Center, and Valrico – using targeted magnetic pulses to reset brain activity without drugs or surgery. Our non-invasive, drug-free treatment targets the areas of the brain responsible for mood and has helped patients with Major Depressive Disorder and treatment-resistant depression find lasting relief.
Major Depressive Disorder
Treatment-Resistant Depression
OCD
Anxious Depression
Postpartum Depression
We verify insurance plans before you arrive. Most patients receive prior authorization within 24 hours. We handle all paperwork with In-Network providers.
No obligation. Your information is 100% confidential.
Speak directly with our Riverview team today
Accepted: Medicare · Medicaid · Tricare · Aetna · Cigna · UnitedHealthcare · Humana · Most major insurance plans
patient response rate across clinical studies for treatment-resistant depression
short treatment sessions · zero downtime · drive yourself home
FDA clearance in 2008 · more than 100 clinical studies · no brain damage risk
FDA-cleared Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Now accepting new patients with treatment resistant depression
Most insurance plans accepted - In-Network providers avalaible
Serving Riverview· Brandon · Sun City Center · Apollo Beach
19-minute sessions · no anesthesia, no recovery time
Real results from Real Riverview Patients
Real patient outcomes from Hillsborough County residents who struggled with treatment-resistant depression, Major Depressive Disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder before finding relief with TMS therapy.
How TMS therapy works at our Riverview, FL clinic
TMS therapy delivers magnetic pulses through an electromagnetic coil placed against the scalp. These magnetic fields pass through the skull to stimulate nerve cells in brain areas that control mood. Unlike some older treatments, this outpatient procedure requires no anesthesia, no implants, and has no risk of memory loss or brain damage.
Free consultation & psychiatric evaluation
Meet with our board-certified psychiatric team to review your history of treatment-resistant depression or Major Depressive Disorder. We verify insurance plans, confirm coverage, and determine whether TMS therapy is right for you. Most patients receive prior authorization within 24 hours. Your first visit includes a brain mapping session to find the best spot for treatment – about 60–90 minutes total.
Precision brain mapping + personalized treatment plan
We map your brain activity to target the prefrontal cortex – the key area linked to depression. Using NeuroStar TMS, we find your personal motor threshold to make sure magnetic pulses reach the right nerve cells. This helps regulate mood without affecting other parts of the brain.
Daily sessions - 6 to 7 weeks, no downtime
You’ll come in for five treatment sessions per week over 6-7 weeks. Each session uses NeuroStar Advanced Therapy and lasts 19-37 minutes. You stay fully awake, seated comfortably, reading or using your phone. No anesthesia. No recovery time. You drive yourself home and get back to your day. Most people start feeling relief by weeks 2-3.
TMS therapy for depression and more in Riverview, FL
TMS therapy is FDA-cleared for Major Depressive Disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Many Riverview-area patients come to us after trying two or more depression medications that didn’t work – that’s called treatment-resistant depression.
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
TMS therapy is FDA-cleared for MDD with strong results in many clinical studies. If you’ve tried depression medications without enough relief, TMS offers a medication-free path. No weight gain, no sexual side effects, no brain fog.
Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD)
This means depression that didn’t get better after two or more proper medication trials. TMS therapy was made for TRD. Most insurance plans – including Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, and other in-network providers – cover TMS for treatment-resistant depression in Riverview.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
TMS therapy is FDA-cleared for OCD as well. Many Riverview patients with OCD who haven’t had success with standard treatments find real relief with magnetic stimulation.
PTSD & Bipolar Depression
TMS protocols for PTSD and bipolar depression are showing good results. Our team follows the latest research and gives each patient an individual evaluation to find the right approach.
Why Riverview patients choose Embracing Life Wellness Center
Patients drive from Brandon, Apollo Beach, and Sun City Center to 6332 U.S. 301 for one simple reason: we remove every obstacle between you and lasting relief from treatment-resistant depression.
Insurance verified before your first visit - Our team handles all prior authorization paperwork for Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, and most major insurance plans. No surprise bills. If your plan doesn’t cover TMS, we tell you before you schedule.
FDA-cleared TMS device - We use NeuroStar Advanced Therapy, which is FDA-cleared for treatment-resistant depression and OCD. It’s been backed by hundreds of clinical studies since 2008.
Zero downtime · fits any schedule - Daily treatment sessions under 30 minutes. You drive yourself to our Riverview clinic, sit comfortably while magnetic pulses stimulate nerve cells, then drive back to work or home. Most people schedule during lunch or between meetings.
Certified TMS therapy team - Every specialist at our Riverview location is certified in NeuroStar TMS Therapy. The same technician works with you for every session - so you get consistent care, steady monitoring, and personal attention from day one through the end of your treatment plan.
Meet our team
Dr. Melissa Fickey, MD
Board-Certified Psychiatrist - American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology · Fellow, American Psychiatric Association
Dr. Fickey is a board-certified psychiatrist and the founder of Embracing Life Wellness Center, where she leads a multidisciplinary team dedicated to medication-free depression treatment. She specializes in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), including repetitive TMS (rTMS), Deep TMS, and Theta-burst stimulation (iTBS), with extensive experience treating Major Depressive Disorder, treatment-resistant depression, OCD, and bipolar disorder. Her clinical approach integrates the latest neurostimulation research with compassionate, patient-centered care. Under her leadership, Embracing Life Wellness Center aligns with clinical standards and research from leading institutions including UT Southwestern Medical Center, the Huntsman Mental Health Institute, and the National Network of Depression Centers.
Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology – General Adult Psychiatry
Specialization: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) · Treatment-Resistant Depression · Bipolar Disorder · Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Clinical Alignment: Practices align with UT Southwestern · Huntsman Mental Health Institute · National Network of Depression Centers
A Tampa native, Sarah built the foundation of her career at Tampa General Hospital, where she spent a decade rotating through multiple departments and sharpening the clinical instincts that still guide her practice today. She earned her Master’s in Nursing from the University of Tampa and transitioned into psychiatry — a field she’d been drawn to throughout her years on the floor. Sarah has been part of the Embracing Life Wellness Center team since day one, and helping shape the practice from the ground up is something she considers one of the most meaningful chapters of her career.
Tiffany grew up in Valrico and started her nursing career as an RN at Tampa General Hospital before moving into travel nursing across West and South Florida — an experience that exposed her to a wide range of patient populations and clinical environments. She went on to earn her Master of Science in Nursing with a psychiatric specialty from Florida International University in Miami, and she’s currently pursuing her Doctor of Nursing Practice at FIU as well.
Does insurance cover TMS therapy in Riverview, FL?
Yes – Most major insurance plans cover TMS therapy for treatment-resistant depression and Major Depressive Disorder. Embracing Life Wellness Center is in-network with many carriers and handles all prior authorization paperwork at no cost to you.
In-Network providers and accepted insurance plans include:
| Insurance Plan | Status | Insurance Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Permanente | Accepted | Aetna | Accepted |
| Cigna | Accepted | BlueCross BlueShield | Accepted |
| TRICARE | Accepted | Anthem | Accepted |
| Beacon | Accepted | Advance Care | Accepted |
| Meritain Health | Accepted | CareCredit | Accepted |
| UnitedHealthcare | Accepted | Humana | Accepted |
Insurance plans usually need for TMS coverage: a confirmed diagnosis of Major Depressive Disorder or treatment-resistant depression, plus records of two or more failed medication trials (8+ weeks each). Our team reviews your history, gets prior authorization, and handles all insurance verification before you arrive.
Currently available for internal patients only
Self-pay service — not billed to insurance
Personalized treatment plans
Monthly follow-ups included
Driving directions to Embracing Life Wellness Center in Riverview, FL
Our outpatient clinic is at 6332 U.S. Highway 301, Riverview, FL 33578 – right on the U.S. 301 corridor, with easy access from I-75 (exit 250/Big Bend Road or exit 246/Gibsonton Drive).
Riverview Office
6332 U.S. 301 Riverview, FL 33578
Parking & access
Free parking is available right at the building. Pull into the front parking lot off U.S. Highway 301 and enter through the main entrance. Accessible spaces are available. If you have trouble finding us, call (813) 662-5919 and a team member will guide you in.
From U.S. Highway 301 in Riverview:
Start at U.S. Highway 301 heading south through Riverview.
Continue south on U.S. 301 – about 0.5 miles past the intersection with Gibsonton Drive.
Look for address marker 6332 on the right side (west) of the road.
Turn into the front parking lot entrance right before or at the building address.
Park in any free space and walk straight to the main door.
Approximate drive times:
From Brandon:
10-12 min
From Sun City Center:
8-10 min
From Apollo Beach:
12-15 min
From Valrico:
15-18 min
From Lithia:
18-20 min
From Ruskin:
15-18 min
Frequently asked questions about TMS in Riverview, FL
Where are you located?
We’re at 6332 U.S. Highway 301, Riverview, FL 33578 – just minutes from the U.S. 301 Corridor, easily reachable from I-75, Big Bend Road, and Gibsonton Drive. We serve patients throughout Riverview, Brandon, Apollo Beach, Sun City Center, Valrico, Lithia, and Ruskin.
How long does the first TMS consultation and brain mapping take?
Your first visit lasts 60-90 minutes. It includes a psychiatric evaluation, a review of your history with treatment-resistant depression or Major Depressive Disorder, and a brain mapping session to find your motor threshold and the best spot for treatment. Follow-up sessions are 19-40 minutes.
How is TMS different from Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)?
TMS therapy and ECT are completely different. TMS uses magnetic pulses through a coil on the scalp – no anesthesia needed, no seizures, no memory loss, and no brain damage risk. The main side effect is mild, temporary scalp discomfort during the first few sessions. No weight gain, no sexual side effects, no fatigue like you get with depression medications.
How many TMS sessions do I need, and when will I feel better?
A standard treatment plan for treatment-resistant depression or Major Depressive Disorder is five sessions per week for 6-7 weeks – usually 30-36 total sessions using NeuroStar TMS. Most people notice the first signs of relief between weeks 2 and 3. Full benefits typically show up by the end of the full treatment plan. Clinical studies show about 83% of patients who finish a full course of TMS get measurable relief.
Is TMS therapy safe? What side effects should I expect?
Yes. TMS therapy received FDA clearance in 2008 and has been shown safe in over 100 clinical studies. The most common side effects are mild, temporary scalp discomfort or a brief headache during the first few sessions – both usually go away on their own. Unlike depression medications, TMS has no systemic side effects (no weight gain, sexual problems, fatigue, or brain fog). TMS does not cause seizures, brain damage, or problems from anesthesia. If you have cochlear implants, aneurysm clips, or metal in your head, please tell us during your consultation.
Is free parking available at your Riverview TMS clinic?
Yes – free parking is right at 6332 U.S. Highway 301, Riverview, FL 33578. Enter the front parking lot off U.S. 301. Accessible spaces are near the main entrance. Need help? Call (813) 662-5919.
Which TMS device does your Riverview clinic use?
We use NeuroStar Advanced Therapy. The right treatment plan is decided during your initial consultation, brain mapping session, and motor threshold calibration based on your specific condition and history.
How do I start TMS at Embracing Life Wellness Center in Riverview?
Call (813) 662-5919 or fill out the consultation request form on this page. Our team will verify your insurance, schedule your free consultation with our board-certified psychiatrist, and guide you through every step – from prior authorization to your first treatment session. Most patients begin TMS therapy within one to two weeks of their initial consultation.
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Schedule your free Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation consultation in Riverview, FL
Most patients receive insurance approval within 24 hours. We verify your coverage before your first visit, handle all prior authorization paperwork, and typically begin treatment within 1-2 weeks of your consultation.
Free consultation - no obligation
Insurance verified same day
Most patients approved within 24 hours
Serving Riverview · Brandon · Apollo Beach · Sun City Center · Valrico · Lithia · Ruskin
