/THE SCIENCE

The Science Behind Pharia Health.

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/HOW IT WORKS

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What TMS works on

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) uses brief magnetic pulses to influence neural activity in the brain. Rather than addressing thoughts or behavior directly, it modulates activity within specific brain circuits involved in attention, executive function, emotional regulation, and recovery.

These circuits shape how readily different mental states can be engaged over time.

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Where stimulation is applied

Stimulation is applied to defined cortical regions that serve as entry points to broader brain circuits. Changing activity in these regions can increase or decrease signaling across connected circuits, biasing the brain toward certain functional patterns.

The regions selected depend on the functional goal being addressed.

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How decisions are made

TMS is not delivered through fixed or automated protocols. Clinical judgment is used to determine stimulation targets, intensity, and timing, informed by existing evidence and individual response.

Adjustments are made as needed to remain aligned with the intended effect.

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Why effects carry beyond the session

TMS is delivered in repeated, time‑limited intervals rather than as a continuous signal. This structure allows targeted circuits to be engaged consistently across the day.

With repetition, these circuits tend to hold their adjusted activity patterns for an extended period. For many people, this translates into changes that remain noticeable for months, even after sessions conclude.

How TMS Works

/THE SCIENCE BEHIND YOUR MIND

Three targets. Personalized to your goals.

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Different brain regions shape how we focus, feel, and respond.

Present

Present

Patterns of inward attention that influence awareness of the present moment.

Focused

Focused

Processes involved in directing and sustaining attention while limiting distraction.

Driven

Driven

Systems that govern motivation, initiation, and goal directed behavior.

Energized

Energized

Regulation of effort, engagement, and reward across sustained demands.

Calm

Calm

Mechanisms that shape emotional reactivity and recovery from stress.

Rested

Rested

Processes involved in disengagement, sleep, and restoration between periods of demand.

/WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

When your brain is working with you, everything else gets easier.

These are the shifts people describe most often.

Clearer thinking

Clearer thinking

You can manage multiple demands, see priorities more clearly, and make decisions without getting stuck or overwhelmed.

Improved focus

Improved focus

Initiating tasks takes less friction, and attention is easier to maintain without constant internal pull or drift.

Emotional steadiness

Emotional steadiness

Stressful moments feel more contained. You’re able to respond and move on without carrying residual tension forward.

Better recovery

Better recovery

Unwinding becomes easier, making it more likely to return rested and mentally ready across demanding days.

/SAFETY & STANDARDS

A safe, controlled approach backed by nearly 20 years of clinical use.

TMS Safety and Standards

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FDA Cleared

Sessions use FDA-cleared devices and are delivered by trained technicians.

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Clinical Oversight

All treatments are administered by trained and specialized technicians, and all care is overseen by licensed medical professionals.

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Safe & well-tolerated

Extensive clinical trials demonstrate consistent safety profile across diverse patient populations.

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/CLINICAL EVIDENCE

Backed by rigorous
scientific research

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Clinical Studies

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Success Rate

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Cleared

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Years of Research

Real-world effectiveness of a single-day regimen for TMS

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation • 2025

Nearly 80% of participants experienced significant reduction in depression and anxiety symptoms at three months, and 50% experienced it through six months.

Stanford Accelerated Intelligent Neuromodulation Therapy for Treatment-Resistant Depression

American Journal of Psychiatry • 2020

Five days of accelerated, high-dose TMS was tolerated and safe. 86% of participants met remission criteria at five weeks.

Symptom-specific brain circuit stimulation: A head-to-head randomized trial

Harvard School of Medicine

In patients sharing the same diagnosis, targeting brain circuits based on symptoms produced meaningfully different results, supporting personalized, symptom-led targeting over diagnosis-led.

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Frequently asked questions

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive technology that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate specific brain regions. It has been used clinically for nearly 20 years. At Pharia, we target the regions involved in focus, rumination, reactivity, and drive — personalized to your goals.