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We review your symptoms, history, and goals to determine whether Deep TMS may be appropriate.
Feel Better. Think Clearer. Live Brighter.
A Better Way ForwardFor Depression
FDA-Cleared BrainsWay® Deep TMS, a noninvasive, medication-free treatment for depression and more.
- FDA-Cleared
- Noninvasive
- ~20 Minute Sessions
TMS-Only Clinic
Focused on results
~20 Minute Sessions
Get back to life sooner
Drive Yourself Home
No anesthesia
Major Insurance Accepted
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BrainsWay 104
What Is TMS
What Is Deep TMS & How Does It Work?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) uses focused magnetic pulses to stimulate brain networks involved in mood and behavior. With BrainsWay Deep TMS, a specialized helmet delivers treatment while you sit comfortably, awake, alert, and able to resume your day afterward.
Noninvasive & drug-free
No surgery, no sedation, and no systemic medication side effects.
Brief outpatient sessions
Most visits take about 20 minutes or less, fitting into a normal weekly routine.
Personalized calibration
Your provider maps the right location and intensity before and during your course.
How It Works
A Clear Path From Consultation to Treatment
Motor threshold mapping
A brief calibration sets the right coil position and intensity, recalibrated as needed during your course.
Daily sessions
You sit comfortably while magnetic pulses stimulate targeted brain networks. Many describe a tapping sensation.
Return to your day
No recovery time needed. Most patients drive themselves home and resume normal activities immediately.
Conditions Treated
FDA-Cleared Deep TMS for Adults in Glendale
Breakthrough TMS uses the BrainsWay 104 System to treat a range of conditions with structured, evidence-based protocols.
MDD
Major Depressive Disorder
For adults whose depression has not improved enough with medication or therapy alone.
Anxiety + MDD
Anxious Depression
FDA-cleared to reduce anxiety symptoms that occur alongside depression in adults.
Ages 68–86
Late-Life Depression
FDA-cleared labeling includes older adults, including patients ages 68–86.
OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
A specialized coil and protocol targets the brain circuits involved in OCD.
Smoking
Smoking Cessation
FDA-cleared as an aid for short-term smoking cessation in adults.
Accelerated Option
Accelerated Deep TMS
Prefer a faster schedule? We offer an FDA-cleared accelerated protocol that condenses the core depression course into six treatment days.
6
Treatment days
Medication Management
Integrated Psychiatric Care That Complements TMS
In addition to Deep TMS, Breakthrough TMS offers medication management for adults navigating depression, anxious depression, and related conditions. Whether you're starting treatment, adjusting medications, or combining care with TMS, our team provides thoughtful, coordinated psychiatric support.
- Medication evaluation and ongoing management
- Coordinated care alongside your TMS protocol
- Support for treatment-resistant and anxious depression
Why Breakthrough TMS
A TMS-Only Clinic Built for Focus & Consistency
We specialize exclusively in Deep TMS, not a general clinic that offers TMS on the side. That focus means structured protocols, consistent care, and a team that knows this treatment inside and out.
TMS-only focus
Dedicated exclusively to Deep TMS, with structured protocols from consultation through your full course.
BrainsWay Deep TMS
FDA-cleared BrainsWay technology with deep, broad magnetic field stimulation.
20-minute sessions
Short, manageable visits designed to fit your schedule. Open Mon–Fri, 7 AM to 7 PM.
Noninvasive care
Stay awake throughout. No anesthesia, no sedation, no hospital stay.
Accelerated option
FDA-cleared accelerated protocol condenses the core depression course into six days.
Local & accessible
Downtown Glendale with validated parking near Americana at Brand.
Patient Stories
Video Stories
Patient stories from BrainsWay, maker of our Deep TMS system. The people in these videos were treated at other clinics using the same BrainsWay Deep TMS technology we use at Breakthrough TMS.
Emma's Story
Depression
Emma describes her experience with Deep TMS treatment for depression.
Ronda's Story
Depression
Ronda shares what changed for her after a course of Deep TMS.
Cathy's Story
OCD
Cathy talks about treating her OCD with Deep TMS.
Victor's Story
Smoking Cessation
Victor describes quitting smoking with the help of Deep TMS.
Videos published by BrainsWay, the maker of the Deep TMS system used at Breakthrough TMS. Playback loads from YouTube's privacy-enhanced player only after you press play.
About Us
Meet Dr. Artur Saakyan, MD
Psychiatrist and founder of Breakthrough TMS. Dr. Saakyan leads our TMS-only clinic in Glendale, focused on clear answers, thoughtful care, and whether Deep TMS is right for you.
Your first visit is a conversation, not a rushed intake. We review your history, explain the process, and answer your questions before any decision.
- USC · Neuroscience
- Ross University School of Medicine
- UCLA-Kern Psychiatry Residency
- English & Armenian
Insurance
We Work With Major Insurance Plans
Breakthrough TMS accepts many commercial plans, Medicare, Medi-Cal, and TriWest. Coverage varies by plan. Our team will help verify your benefits.
Coverage is plan-specific and cannot be guaranteed in advance. Treatment eligibility is determined after in-person evaluation and safety screening.
What to Expect
Your Journey at Breakthrough TMS
Consultation & evaluation
We review your symptoms, history, and goals to confirm whether Deep TMS is a good fit for you.
Personalized treatment plan
Your provider selects an FDA-cleared protocol and maps the right coil position and intensity.
Start sessions
Short in-office sessions on a schedule designed to support progress. Most take about 20 minutes or less.
Location & Hours
Deep TMS Therapy in Downtown Glendale
Our office is in the heart of Glendale, easily reached from the SR-134, SR-2, and I-5 freeways, with validated parking near Americana at Brand.
Breakthrough TMS
100 W Broadway #1050
Glendale, CA 91210
Hours
Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Parking
Plenty of unreserved parking spots available. Parking will be validated.
Validated parking near Americana at Brand
Serving Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, North Hollywood, Sherman Oaks, and the wider San Fernando Valley.
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Schedule a free consultation at Breakthrough TMS in Glendale to review candidacy, timelines, and which FDA-cleared Deep TMS protocol best matches your symptoms and goals.
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