I cannot say enough amazing things about this office and my experience of TMS with Dr. Stubbeman. I did not even know TMS existed until a friend of mine told me about it and knew of Dr. Stubbeman. I had suffered from depression, Anxiety and PTSD for many, many years to different degrees. When my friend suggested it, I was already at the point where I was starting to think that it really wasn’t worth it to continue trying to live in this painful place, I called life. I was at a place where I really thought the world would be better off without me and sure my family and friends might be sad for a little bit but it’s not like the world would really stop or desperately need me to be in it to keep going.

It happened to be at this moment in my life when I met and started working with Dr. Stubbeman. His demeaner and energy is PERFECT for his job. He is an impeccable listener. And sure, one could argue, should a psychiatrist really get points for listening? But I say, YES! There are so many doctors out there in the world who will charge you thousands and thousands of dollars and not even listen to a word you say. Or they may “seem” like they are listening but they really are not. He gives great feedback and really cares about the patient as a whole person, not just treating the disease.

The staff in the office is AMAZING. The office manager Raya, talked with me on the phone for almost an hour the first time I called to ask questions. She Patiently listened and answered ALL of my questions. From anything about how it works, what to expect and also helping me navigate insurance which unfortunately is almost 99% of the battle in this country. It is bad enough you have Depression, Anxiety and PTSD but on top of that you also need to fight the insurance companies every step of the way just to get LITTLE BIT OF HELP. Doing this while you may be having suicidal thoughts is despicable but unfortunately that is the reality of America. Raya and Dr. Stubbeman not only helped with all of that but also fought for me and advocated for me and continued to do so throughout the course of my treatments. When I was in between insurance companies she was able help me navigate and choose a plan that would get the treatment I needed. And then later, when my insurance from my employer denied my treatment, they fought for me to get my treatment covered. This is unfortunately unheard of in our health care system. (Not the insurance companies denying coverage but doctor’s offices fighting for their patients to get covered.) I have had so many experiences where I have had to fight completely on my own and then once denied, doctors drop me so fast you are left worse off than when you initially tried to get help.

This office supported me and helped me not just with my TMS treatment but with all the other small and large obstacles that come with getting medical treatment that comes with our medical system.

The technicians are a delight and make you feel safe and comfortable while getting treated. They treat you with respect, kindness and care and see you as a full person instead of someone who is broken and diseased. I also suffer from something called chemical sensitivies where I am more sensitive to strong cleaning products and scented products. Raya, the office manager, made sure that the room I was being treated in had no scented products and the cleaning products did not affect me while being treated. (I have had many experiences where doctor’s offices think I am crazy or do not take this seriously and it is very frustrating to say the least.) They truly created a safe space for me to heel and feel taken care of.

If you are thinking of getting TMS or looking for some heeling this is a wonderful place to do it. Everyone’s mental health journey is different and not always in a straight line but if you want a TMS doctor and staff that will fight for you, treat you as a whole person, listen to you, show you the true meaning of patience I would try Dr. Stubbeman’s office before another office. I am incredibly grateful that I found Dr. Stubbeman and his office staff, they helped me navigate my way out of darkness and continue to provide me support as I carry on, on my journey. If you are reading this and still suffering, I hope you give this office a try.

Submitted July 18, 2023

The everyday experience in Dr. Stubbeman's office was ray of sunshine in my life. From the front office people (Raya and Jillian) to the technicians (Julianne, Daisy, Jordyn), everyone was kind, compassionate, and supportive. I just can't find enough kind words to say about them. Dr. Stubbeman was very professional, while also compassionate. He was very thoughtful when it came to my course of treatment. My road with TMS was not a straight-forward one. As we figured out the most effective path for me, Dr. Stubbeman remained patient and resolute.

Submitted July 20, 2022

I have treatment resistant severe depression and anxiety and nothing has helped but TMS. Dr Stubbemann is the best in the country when it comes to TMS. All of the staff are wonderful, nice, and caring. They’ll work with your schedule. I highly recommend TMS for those struggling with depression.

Submitted Jan. 14, 2022

I struggled with a debilitating depression and anxiety for over a year. Being in a holistic health and wellness field I wanted to find an alternative to drugs and a more natural way to treat the condition that prevented me from leading a full life.

After extensive research I found TMS, but it was finding Dr. Stubbeman that convinced me to go ahead with the treatment. Generally, surface or deep TMS used by most doctors achieves much lower remission rates than that of Dr. Stubbeman's.
He has been offering the treatment since 2011 and, thanks to his very extensive training and experience, developed his own unique protocol.

From the first interview to the very last appointment it was a pleasure to be Dr. Stubbeman' s patient. He is compassionate and kind, understanding and caring. He has unique listening skills, rather a rarity these days. I never felt rushed during my weekly appointments. I had access to his cell phone in case of an emergency or any concerns I might have had during the course of treatment, and he was always prompt in responding. He was willing to work with me on adjusting medications and always took my opinion into consideration.

The office is extremely professional, responsive and friendly and my experience was nothing but pleasure. Raya, the office manager, tries to be as flexible and accommodating of a patient's schedule as possible. Bijan, the TMS technician, was always reassuring and respectful of my time, texting me if he was ever running a little behind.

The treatment itself is painless and non-invasive and the sensation during the session is that of a wood pecker pecking you gently on the head. For me it was actually relaxing, since I had to listen to uplifting music for 27 minutes out of a 31 minute session.
The results came very quickly and within a couple of weeks I started feeling better. It took 6 months to achieve full remission, but I am fully recovered and drug-free. It was worth every penny and every minute of my time.
I couldn't recommend Dr. Stubbeman and his staff highly enough. His protocol is superior to all other TMS treatments in Los Angeles and my experience couldn't have been more pleasant.

Submitted May 1, 2017

Dr. Stubbeman knows a lot about TMS and is one of the most caring and determined doctor's I have been to.

Submitted Sept. 17, 2012

I highly recommend Dr. Stubbeman. He has treated my depression and anxiety for over six years now and is very careful with prescribing drugs. He follows up very closely after treating you and encourages you to advise him if there are any issues or problems with your medication. He is very easy to talk with and is very professional.

Submitted May 18, 2009