Ayhesha J. Pryor, NP
Progressive Psychiatry
Psychiatry
- Address
- 6551 North Avenue, Oak Park 60302
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
TMS Therapy Providers in Illinois
355 listed in Illinois · Listings last verified October 2026 · How we vet listings
We list TMS therapy providers across Illinois, mainly in Chicago, Rockford and Springfield–Decatur (355 in total). TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) treats depression that hasn't improved with medicine. Listings include psychiatric practices and dedicated TMS clinics. Compare the listings below, then call the practice to ask about insurance approval and scheduling.
If you're in crisis or thinking about suicide, call or text 988 now [4].
TMS therapy in Illinois is offered by psychiatric practices and dedicated TMS clinics, mainly in the Chicago area, Rockford and Springfield.
What it is
TMS uses magnetic pulses to stimulate a part of the brain linked to mood. A coil rests against your head while you sit in a chair. You're awake the whole time, and you don't need anesthesia. It's done in a clinic or office [1].
A standard course is one session a day, 5 days a week, for 4 to 6 weeks. Sessions take about 3 to 40 minutes, depending on the method. Some clinics offer faster plans with several sessions a day for about a week [1].
FDA first cleared a TMS device for depression in 2008. Devices are now also cleared for OCD, migraine, smoking cessation and depression with anxiety [1].
Common side effects are mild: scalp discomfort, tingling or twitching in the face, and headache. Seizures can happen but are rare [1].
Who it's for
TMS is mainly for adults with major depression who haven't gotten better after trying at least one antidepressant [1]. Medicare's rules also allow it if you couldn't tolerate antidepressants [2][3]. In 2024, FDA cleared TMS as an add-on treatment for teens 15 and older [1].
TMS may be a good next step if you want to avoid the anesthesia used for ECT, or if medicine changes haven't helped.
It isn't right for everyone. Implanted metal or devices near the coil, such as a pacemaker, cochlear implant or nerve stimulator, rule it out. A history of seizures or current psychosis may also rule it out [2]. The TMS provider will screen you first.
TMS is not a crisis treatment. If you're having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 or go to the nearest emergency room [4].
Cost and coverage
TMS is billed per session, and a full course means 20 to 30 or more visits. Without insurance, the total can be high, so ask for a written estimate for the whole course.
Commercial insurance. If your plan covers TMS, it may need to approve it before you start. This is called prior authorization. Expect to need a depression diagnosis and records of the medicines you've tried. Ask whether the clinic handles this paperwork.
Medicare. Medicare covers TMS for major depression through regional rules called local coverage determinations. In one region, you need a confirmed diagnosis of severe major depression and at least one medicine that didn't work or that you couldn't tolerate. A psychiatrist must order the treatment after seeing you in person [2]. Another region also covers people who responded to TMS in an earlier episode [3]. Ask the clinic which rules apply in Illinois.
Medicaid. Coverage depends on your state's program. Ask the clinic whether it accepts Illinois Medicaid and what approval is needed.
For more on depression treatment options, see our depression guide.
Chicago area
Behavioral Healthcare Providers, Ltd.
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1375 E Schaumburg Rd #240, Schaumburg 60193
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Bethel psychiatry
Psychiatry
- Address
- 24047 Lockport St Ste 201D, Plainfield 60544
- Telehealth
- Offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Bhargavi D. Ancha, MD
Clarity Clinic Psychiatrists & Therapists
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1 E Superior St Ste 306, Chicago 60611
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Binal K. John, MD
Clarity Clinic Psychiatrists & Therapists
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1 E Superior Suite 306, Chicago 60611
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Bloomberg Institute
Psychiatry
- Address
- 425 Huehl Rd Bldg 19b, Northbrook 60062
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Boston Neurobehavioral Associates (BNBA) – Illinois
Psychiatry
- Address
- 111 W Jackson Blvd Unit 1700, Chicago 60604
- Telehealth
- Offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Braden Counseling Center
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1105 Ritter St Suite D, North Aurora 60542
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Bradley R. Cutler, MD
Endeavor Health Behavioral Health - Naperville on Mill Street
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1335 N Mill St Ste 100, Naperville 60563
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Breighanna N. Carey, NP
Compass Health Center
Psychiatry
- Address
- 60 Revere Dr Ste 100, Northbrook 60062
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Brent Schnipke, MD
Norman and Ida Stone Institute of Psychiatry - Outpatient
Psychiatry
- Address
- 676 N Saint Clair St Ste 1100, Chicago 60611
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Brighter Life Behavioral Services P.C
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1701 Woodfield Rd Ste 401, Schaumburg 60173
- Telehealth
- Offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Accepts Medicare
- Medicaid
- Accepts Medicaid
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Brighter Life Behavioral Services- ST CHARLES
Psychiatry
- Address
- 453 Dunham Rd #100, St. Charles 60174
- Telehealth
- Offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Accepts Medicare
- Medicaid
- Accepts Medicaid
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Bryan Makowski, MD
DuPage Psychiatric Care | Hinsdale, IL | Compassionate Mental Health
Psychiatry
- Address
- 120 E Ogden Ave Ste 101, Hinsdale 60521
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
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Byrne Psychiatry
Psychiatry
- Address
- 333 N Michigan Ave #1812, Chicago 60601
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Cabbar Dundar, MD
Clarity Clinic Psychiatry & Therapy
Psychiatry
- Address
- 333 N Michigan Ave Ste 1400, Chicago 60601
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Caitlin Strebing, NP
Relief Mental Health
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1100 Jorie Blvd Ste 300, Oak Brook 60523
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Carl M. Wahlstrom Jr., MD
Byrne Psychiatry
Psychiatry
- Address
- 333 N Michigan Ave Ste 1812, Chicago 60601
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Carrie R. McInerney, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Duly Health and Care - Behavioral and Mental Health
Psychiatry
- Address
- 1239 Windham Pkwy, Romeoville 60446
- Telehealth
- Practice offers telehealth
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
Cezary D. Dudzinski, MD
Northwestern Medicine Behavioral Health Services Palos Heights
Psychiatry
- Address
- 12255 S 80th Ave, Palos Heights 60463
- Telehealth
- Not listed
- Medicare
- Not listed
- Medicaid
- Not listed
Last verified Oct 2026 Report a correction
How to choose a provider
Ask about the device. Ask which FDA-cleared TMS device the clinic uses and which type of treatment it offers. Some use standard daily sessions. Others offer accelerated plans.
Ask who's in charge. A psychiatrist should evaluate you, plan your treatment and check your progress. Ask who runs each session and how often a doctor reviews your results.
Ask how many sessions. Ask how many sessions they expect, how they measure progress and what happens if you don't improve. Ask about follow-up or repeat courses if symptoms return.
Ask about insurance help. Ask whether they'll handle prior authorization, and what you'll owe if a session isn't covered. Get the plan in writing.
Think about the schedule. You may need to come in 5 days a week for several weeks. A clinic close to home or work can make that easier.
Confirm the basics yourself. Call to check insurance, new-patient openings and wait times. We don't verify these.
Frequently asked questions
Does TMS therapy hurt?
TMS isn't usually painful. The machine makes clicking sounds, and some people get scalp discomfort, tingling or twitching in the face, or a mild headache. These effects are usually mild and short-lived. Tell the technician if anything feels uncomfortable. You stay awake and don't need anesthesia.
How long does TMS take to work?
A standard course is daily sessions, 5 days a week, for 4 to 6 weeks. Some people notice changes within a few weeks, while others need the full course. Accelerated plans give several sessions a day for about a week. Your provider will track your symptoms and adjust the plan.
Does insurance cover TMS?
Many plans do, usually with prior authorization. Insurers typically ask for a diagnosis of major depression and proof that antidepressants didn't work or weren't tolerated. Medicare covers TMS through regional rules with similar requirements. Ask the clinic to check your benefits before you start.
Is TMS the same as ECT?
No. ECT (electroconvulsive therapy) uses electric current to cause a brief seizure under general anesthesia. TMS uses magnetic pulses, isn't meant to cause a seizure and doesn't need anesthesia. You stay awake during each session. ECT is usually kept for severe depression that hasn't responded to other treatments.
What if I'm in crisis while waiting for treatment?
Don't wait for TMS. Call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline any time, day or night. It's free and confidential. If you're in immediate danger, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. Let your doctor know about the crisis, too.