Defeat Depression and Get Your Life Back with Our TRICARE-covered Depression Treatment
- FDA-approved for Depression
- No drugs
- No invasive procedures
- Long-lasting results
TMS has been FDA-approved to treat depression since 2008. According to cms.gov, “Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is FDA approved for the treatment of depression and obsessive-compulsive disorders.”
We use MeRT®, which is TMS, except we “tune” the magnetic stimulation based on your unique brain pattern. It’s carefully and scientifically formulated just for you.
If you suffer from depression and have TRICARE insurance, you can receive this treatment that does not use any drugs. Depression drugs can be poorly tolerated and may have serious side effects. Our gentle magnetic stimulation can “wake up” pathways in the brain that help you experience life more completely.
We have seen the remarkable results of MeRT treatment for clinical depression and treatment-resistant depression. That’s why we’re so excited and proud to be an in-network provider for TRICARE insurance.
We want to help relieve your depression symptoms with our long-lasting, effective solution. And with TRICARE, we can make your treatment process seamless.
Of all my injuries, by far the worst were the ones you could not see. I had degraded to the point of not being able to leave my home because of panic attacks and severe anxiety. I could not hide from this feeling, and no medication could numb it. I told my doctor at one point I couldn’t kill myself because I have a family with young children that I am responsible for. I was living in despair and physical pain every day without reprieve — that is until I was able to get treatment. I underwent neural restorative therapy for two months with total symptom resolution. I can function again at work and can spend much-needed time with my family. I have my sense of well-being back and a clarity of thought I haven’t had in many years.” – Army Veteran
Meet Your Neurologist
Dr. Spencer O. Miller, a neurologist in Dallas, Texas, owns and is the medical director of the Brain Treatment Center in Dallas. After spending five years as an MD in the US Air Force, Dr. Miller knows how the sacrifices made for our country can affect you and your loved ones. He saw many brain injuries during that time, including soldiers suffering from PTSD and TBI.
After seeing the amazing results from MeRT treatment, he now specializes in MeRT to treat depression, traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other brain disorders at his clinics, the Brain Treatment Centers in both Dallas and Plano.
Dr. Miller has made it his mission to get the word out about the incredible things that MeRT can do for so many brain disorders and how it can change people’s lives. He opened the Brain Treatment Center Dallas in 2018 so that he could help you heal.
Soon after returning from deployment, I found myself having a hard time concentrating, sleeping, and remembering recent conversations or tasks. I found myself to be irritable and generally unpleasant to be around. My tinnitus was noticeably affecting my day and mood as well.
“I had little motivation to do anything, and I often found it more comforting to stay at home by myself than to go out and interact with friends or family. In general, I wasn’t the person who I normally am nor the one that I strive to be.
“I went through several doctor’s appointments to understand what was affecting my mood and general demeaner, and nothing seemed to help. I was prescribed various medications, given hearing aids and sleeping aids. I changed up my workout routines and methods to include mindfulness meditation, but to no avail. Because of my frustrations and anxiety, I found myself turning to alcohol. I was reaching a point of hopelessness and despair.
“Luckily, a friend of mine knew of BTC and told me of the benefits. Admittedly, I was skeptical, but at that point, I was willing to try anything. Little did I know, it was the exact answer that I was looking for, and the one I needed.
“My tinnitus is much, much better. I am able to concentrate for longer periods of time without distraction, and my memory has significantly improved. I have returned to enjoying the little things in life and enjoy getting out and being active again. I can now regularly sleep through the night without waking up multiple times with my heart racing… the first time that has happened in a long, long time. My spouse has noticed and thanks you as well!
“I have suggested BTC to multiple teammates who are experiencing similar symptoms that I was experiencing. I am wholly convinced that the work you guys are doing is the answer we need versus the answer we are often given through ‘traditional’ medicine. It is a true game-changer.” – Active Duty Navy
How TRICARE Makes Your Depression Treatment Affordable
As part of the TRICARE network, we accept TRICARE Prime, Select, and Reserve through Humana Military-TRICARE East. And we have years of experience working with active-duty military, veterans, and their families.
If you have been diagnosed with depression and haven’t achieved the expected results from a previous treatment, you may be eligible for this comprehensive TRICARE coverage.
To be eligible for TRICARE-covered treatment, you must have TRICARE insurance. You must also meet these criteria:
- You’ve been diagnosed with major depressive disorder (clinical depression).
- Other treatments haven’t worked or have had unsatisfactory results.
- You don’t have any of the contraindications listed in the form below.
The easiest way to find out if you qualify is to contact our New Patient Coordinator. She will help you through the process of getting coverage for treatment of depression or depression combined with other conditions.
Call our New Patient Coordinator
for more information. Or fill out the form below.
The experience I had at BTC was nothing short of a miracle for me. The treatment I received has completely changed my life for the better. I was able to reset my circadian rhythm and sleep through the night without medication. My nightmares became few and far between. My anxiety lessened almost immediately, and I became able to do the things I used to enjoy, like going to the gym, cooking, and reading. I became able to focus my attention again and my mood lightened a lot. My fiancé and family immediately noticed the change in me and said that it was like they had gotten their ‘old’ Sarah back.” – Army Veteran
The 4-Step Process to Treat Your Depression
The MeRT treatment process involves four specific steps:
1. Testing & Evaluation
We perform a quantitative electroencephalogram (q-EEG) and an electrocardiogram (EKG). These tests measure brain wave frequencies, heart rate, and brain-heart coherence.
Once completed, our scientific and clinical teams will carefully analyze the results and determine the brain’s current state and functioning.
2. Analysis & Protocol
We use a patented, scientific approach, combined with the neurophysiological data gathered through testing, to develop a highly customized treatment plan.
Treatment is aimed at encouraging healthy brain communication and function for each individual patient.
3. Delivery of MeRT Treatment
We deliver the MeRT protocol using TMS. You simply sit in a comfortable chair while a trained technician carefully positions a device on your head. This device produces a magnetic field to induce mild electrical currents in the targeted regions of the brain. There is no pain and no electrical currents, just a slight sensation.
4. Progress Evaluation
We will perform an additional EEG and EKG after about a week of treatment, allowing us to assess progress and make any needed modifications.
In this way, we are always taking the best and most exacting approach based on the current neurological state.
I was offered the opportunity to attend the BTC to help with the effects of the TBIs I had endured over 21 years of military service. I am absolutely glad I did so. I felt the positive effects of the treatment in the first 3 days. I had irritability issues and sleeping issues, among other things. I started sleeping through the night on day 3. And not just sleeping, but sleeping hard and dreaming, so I know I was in REM sleep. It has helped me focus, feel more energetic, less irritable, more caring to others and helped with joint pain and tinnitus. The staff is also very amazing and extremely professional. I highly recommend the BTC. Trust the process and you’ll have the same results as I did.” – Retired Green Beret
Our Partners and Collaborators
Contact our New Patient Coordinator for Help with Your TRICARE Coverage for Depression Treatment
We thank you for your military service and for the sacrifices that you and your family have endured. We are here to provide a compassionate and safe environment for your treatment.
Our New Patient Coordinator is available to answer questions about TRICARE, explain copays, and ensure a seamless process for you or your loved one. She can also answer questions you may have about the treatment itself and our protocols.
Call our New Patient Coordinator
for more information. Or fill out the form below.