We are proud to provide NeuroStar Advanced Therapy TMS to the Franklin area.
Adult Indications for Use
The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is indicated for the treatment of depressive episodes and for decreasing anxiety symptoms for those who may exhibit comorbid anxiety symptoms in adult patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) and who failed to achieve satisfactory improvement from previous antidepressant medication treatment in the current episode.
The NeuroStar Advanced Therapy System is intended to be used as an adjunct for the treatment of adult patients suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Adolescent Indications for Use
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is indicated as an adjunct for the treatment of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in adolescent patients (15-21). NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is only available by prescription. A doctor can help decide if NeuroStar Advanced Therapy is right for you. Patients’ results may vary.
Important Safety Information
The most common side effect is pain or discomfort at or near the treatment site. These events are transient; they occur during the TMS treatment course and do not occur for most patients after the first week of treatment. There is a rare risk of seizure associated with the use of TMS therapy (<0.1% per patient).
NeuroStar Advanced Therapy should not be used with patients who have non-removable conductive metal in or near the head. NeuroStar Advanced Therapy has not been studied in patients who have not received prior antidepressant treatment.
Monday & Tuesday 9am-4pm (Off Thursday & Friday), Every other Wednesday 9am-2pm
Dr. Ruder was born and raised on a farm in central Illinois. His fondest childhood memory is leading his team to the local Little League championship at age 12. He was valedictorian of his high school class and then attended Illinois Wesleyan University, where he graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in Biology.
He graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, completed an internship at Ravenswood Hospital in Chicago, then went to UC San Diego for his Psychiatry Residency.
He has over thirty years of experience in the practice of psychiatry and forensic psychiatry, and has been board certified in both disciplines.
As Medical Director he is proud to supervise such an outstanding group of nurse practitioners.
In his free time he is an avid pickleball player and enjoys hiking and spending time with his wife and dogs Theo and Mina.
Elizabeth is a therapist with a Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lipscomb University and is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Counselor Certification.
She is passionate about helping adults with dual diagnoses and co-occurring disorders. Elizabeth has experience working with clients who suffer from anxiety, depression, bi-polar I and II, eating disorders, PTSD, trauma, addiction disorders, personality disorders and OCD. She received her training in a partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient setting.
Elizabeth uses a treatment model that is eclectic, as she believes every client’s needs vary. These models include, but are not limited to, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Expressive Arts Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Eyemovement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). She recognizes that the client knows themselves best and, as such, her approach to therapy is relational, compassionate and client-centered. Beginning the journey to recovery is a brave and difficult step, and Elizabeth strives to create an environment of trust and dependability.
