Psychotherapy

At Braincare Performance Center Carlsbad, psychotherapy is offered as part of a comprehensive treatment plan for patients receiving rTMS.

It takes courage to seek help when you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, or PTSD. And we know that mental health is a journey that often requires more than one type of intervention.

Psychotherapy has helped many people improve their mental health. And with rTMS treatment, we’ve opened new doors to healing the brain, particularly for those facing treatment-resistant depression.

When you combine the power of rTMS with psychotherapy, the results can be even stronger. Research suggests that integrating brain-based stimulation with evidence-based therapy may lead to greater remission rates than using either treatment alone.

We know you want your treatment to relieve symptoms, and also address the deeper patterns behind them to create lasting change. That’s why we offer psychotherapy exclusively as part of an active rTMS treatment plan at our clinic, allowing your care to be coordinated and intentional from start to finish.

What is psychotherapy?

Psychotherapy, often called “talk therapy,” is an evidence-based treatment where you meet one-on-one with a licensed therapist to address emotional, behavioral, and mental health concerns. At Braincare Carlsbad, psychotherapy is provided in coordination with rTMS treatment to support more comprehensive outcomes.

How is psychotherapy used with rTMS?

Many patients benefit from combining psychotherapy with repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS).

• rTMS helps stimulate underactive brain areas involved in mood regulation.
• Psychotherapy supports emotional insight, coping strategies, and behavioral change.

Used together, they can complement each other and may support more durable results than either approach alone.

How does psychotherapy work?

Your therapist collaborates with you to:

• Identify patterns in thinking and behavior
• Process difficult emotions and experiences
• Build practical coping strategies
• Strengthen relationships and daily functioning

Treatment is tailored to your goals and may be short-term and focused, or longer-term for ongoing support.

What types of psychotherapy services do you offer?

We provide evidence-based, skills-focused psychotherapy customized to your needs:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Reframe unhelpful thoughts, reduce symptoms, and develop coping tools.
• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): Mindfulness strategies to handle difficult feelings and take values-aligned actions.
• Trauma-informed therapy: Gentle, paced work that emphasizes safety, stabilization, and grounding skills.
• Mindfulness-based strategies: Breathing, awareness, and self-regulation techniques to lower stress and improve balance.
• Behavioral Activation: Structured routines and activity planning to boost motivation and energy.
• Solution-Focused Therapy: Brief, goal-oriented sessions that highlight strengths and practical next steps.
• Supportive Psychotherapy & Psychoeducation: Ongoing support, relapse-prevention planning, and lifestyle skills (sleep, stress, habits).

What conditions can psychotherapy help with?

Psychotherapy can be effective for:

• Depression
• Anxiety disorders and panic
• PTSD and trauma-related concerns
• Grief and loss
• Relationship challenges
• Life transitions and adjustment stress
• Stress management and burnout

Your therapist will help determine the right approach for your situation.

What happens during a psychotherapy session?

Sessions typically last 45–60 minutes and are integrated into your overall rTMS treatment plan. Your therapist will collaborate with the rTMS team when appropriate to ensure coordinated care.

Your care remains confidential within legal and ethical guidelines. If you are in crisis or thinking about harming yourself, call or text 988 immediately.

Who is Dr. Nancy Kim?

Dr. Nancy Kim is a distinguished clinical psychologist with 25+ years of experience. She has dedicated her career to supporting active-duty service members and veterans through combat stress, trauma, and adjustment difficulties.

Areas of expertise include:

• Post-traumatic stress (PTS/PTSD)
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Anxiety and depression
• Reintegration and life-transition stressors

Dr. Kim has developed specialized programs at major military medical facilities to enhance recovery and well-being. At Braincare Performance Center Carlsbad, she provides evidence-based, trauma-informed psychotherapy exclusively for patients receiving rTMS treatment, coordinating care with our medical team to support comprehensive recovery.

How do I get started?

Call Braincare Performance Center Carlsbad or request an appointment online to speak with our New Patient Coordinator about scheduling an rTMS evaluation.

During your initial consultation, Dr. Awodele will assess your history, symptoms, and treatment goals to determine whether rTMS is appropriate for you. If rTMS is recommended, the doctor will also determine whether integrating psychotherapy into your treatment plan may enhance your progress.

Our goal is thoughtful, coordinated care, designed specifically for you.

📞 Contact Us today to speak with a member of our team.