Exomind in Naples, FL
Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation for Mental Wellness
Exomind TMS Therapy for Mental Wellness
Dr. James Bergtold, DC has treated more than 5,000 patients across 25+ years of practice, and he added Exomind to the wellness side of the clinic because stress, poor sleep and low mood slow down how a body heals. He is a chiropractor, not a psychiatrist, and he will tell you plainly when your care belongs with a physician or a mental health professional.
When Stress and Low Mood Call for Exomind
Pain wears on more than the body. Patients who have spent a year with a herniated disc, months of headaches and migraines or a recovery that stalled often describe the same things: a short fuse, broken sleep, a flat feeling that does not lift on a good day, and no appetite for the things that used to fill a weekend. Work still gets done, but nothing feels easy. Many have already raised it with their physician, and some are on medication that helps and still want more support.
Exomind gives us a drug-free way to support that side of recovery without stepping outside our scope. Focused magnetic pulses pass painlessly through the scalp and skull and stimulate neurons in the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, a region involved in mood, attention and motivation. Sessions run about 25 minutes while you sit awake in a chair. Exomind is used alongside your existing care, whether that is chiropractic treatment here, therapy or medication prescribed by your physician. It replaces none of them, and no one should stop a prescribed medication to try it.
What Is Exomind TMS Therapy?
The Science of Magnetic Pulses
Exomind is a BTL device that delivers transcranial magnetic stimulation, focused magnetic pulses that reach brain tissue without drugs or surgery. It was FDA cleared in 2024 as an adjunct treatment for major depressive disorder in adults. We offer Exomind in Naples as support for mental wellness alongside appropriate medical care. It is not a replacement for psychiatric treatment, therapy or prescribed medication.
A coil rests against the scalp and sends brief pulses to the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, the region tied to mood and motivation. Each pulse induces a small current in the neurons below it, and a course of sessions is thought to strengthen underactive circuits. You sit awake for about 25 minutes, and a standard plan is six sessions.
Exomind Areas of Focus
Everyday Mental Wellness
Everyday Stress Load
Supports the ability to settle after chronically demanding days
Low Mood Days
Studies of magnetic stimulation report improved mood scores in adults
Mental Fatigue
Some patients report clearer thinking through the afternoon
Motivation and Drive
Targets prefrontal circuits associated with initiative and follow-through
Sleep and Wind-Down
Patients often notice easier wind-down as mood steadies
The Strain of Chronic Pain
Addresses the mental toll of living with long-standing pain
Benefits of Exomind TMS Therapy
Drug-Free and Non-Invasive
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No Medication Involved
A drug-free option used alongside, never instead of, your care
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No Sedation or Downtime
You stay awake, then drive yourself home and return to work
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Short Standard Course
Six sessions of roughly 25 minutes rather than months of visits
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Fits Around a Workday
Sessions booked inside our regular Naples clinic hours
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Screened in Person
Dr. Bergtold checks implants, seizure history and medications first
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Care Under One Roof
Runs alongside the adjustments and therapies you already receive
Exomind vs. Other Options
Who Is a Good Candidate for Exomind?
Screening Comes First
Ideal Candidates for Exomind
- Adults 18 and older looking for non-invasive support for everyday mental wellness
- Patients whose recovery from long-standing pain has been slowed by stress, broken sleep or low motivation
- People already working with a physician or a mental health professional who want an additional option alongside that care
- Patients who will keep their existing treatment unchanged, including any prescribed medication
- Anyone able to commit to a course of about six sessions across several weeks
- Patients with realistic expectations who understand that response varies from person to person
Who Should Wait or Avoid Exomind
- Anyone with implanted metal or electronic devices in or near the head, including aneurysm clips, coils, stents, cochlear implants, deep brain stimulators, electrodes and magnetic metal fragments
- Patients with a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, neurostimulator or medication pump
- Anyone with a history of seizures or epilepsy, or a close family history of seizure disorder
- Patients with conditions or medications that lower the seizure threshold, including stimulants, certain antidepressants, and withdrawal from alcohol or sedatives
- Patients with a history of significant head injury, brain surgery, stroke or brain tumor
- Anyone who is pregnant, unless their physician advises otherwise
What Happens During Exomind Treatment
Step-by-Step Process
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Screening
Dr. Bergtold reviews your medications, implants, seizure history and the care you already receive.
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Baseline
Your mood, sleep and focus are scored at the start so progress is measured, not guessed.
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Mapping
The coil is positioned over the prefrontal area and intensity is set to a level you tolerate comfortably.
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Session
You sit awake in earplugs for about 25 minutes while the device delivers pulses in short trains.
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After the Session
You drive yourself home and return to work the same day, with no sedation and no recovery.
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Between Visits
Dr. Bergtold checks how you felt after each session and adjusts the plan or refers you on.
Risks and Side Effects
What to Know
Common Exomind Side Effects
Scalp discomfort or a tapping sensation at the coil site, a short-lived headache, facial or jaw muscle twitching during the pulses, and lightheadedness on standing are the effects reported most often with transcranial magnetic stimulation. They are typically mild, usually ease as the course continues, and generally settle within a few hours of a session. Earplugs are worn because the device produces a loud clicking sound.
Rare Complications
Seizure is the serious risk. Published estimates for repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation place it below 0.01 percent of sessions, and screening for seizure history, head implants and medications that lower the seizure threshold is what keeps it that low. Hearing changes have been reported when ear protection is not used. Patients with bipolar disorder have experienced a switch into mania, which is one reason the physician managing your care should know you are being treated here.
If You Are in Crisis
Exomind is not emergency care and it is not a replacement for psychiatric treatment. If your mood is worsening, or you are having thoughts of harming yourself, contact your physician right away or call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which is staffed 24 hours a day. Call 911 if anyone is in immediate danger.
Safety and FDA Status
Exomind is regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as a cleared medical device, indicated as an adjunct in the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults. At our clinic it is offered as mental wellness support alongside appropriate medical care, and it does not replace psychiatric treatment, therapy or prescribed medication. Dr. Bergtold screens every patient in person before the first session, and no one should stop a prescribed medication in order to start.
Exomind Cost in Naples
Pricing and Payment Options
How Much Does Exomind Cost in Naples?
Cost depends on how many sessions your plan calls for, whether you stop at the standard course of six or add maintenance visits, and whether Exomind sits inside a wider care plan with adjustments and other therapies. We quote a plan rather than a per-visit fee so the total is known before anything is scheduled. Call (239) 593-6788 and our team will give you a clear figure.
Insurance and Coverage
Exomind delivered as mental wellness support is a self-pay service, and health plans do not cover it. We accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, UnitedHealthcare and Cigna for the chiropractic care many patients receive alongside it, and Marnie at the front desk will separate what your plan covers from what is out of pocket before you commit. If you are seeking insurance-covered treatment for a diagnosed condition, that belongs with a physician or a psychiatric practice, and we will say so.
Flexible Payment Options
- CareCredit - healthcare financing with monthly payment plans, applied for online or at the front desk
- Written treatment plans - the full course quoted as one plan, with no session added without your agreement
Patients who come to us for pain often ask about combining sessions with the care they already receive on the wellness side of the clinic, and that is usually the more sensible way to budget for it.
Why Choose Bergtold Chiropractic for Exomind in Naples
Naples Trusted Provider
Honest Scope
We say plainly when your care belongs with a physician instead
More Than Two Decades of Care
More than 5,000 patients treated across 25+ years of practice
Screened by the Doctor
Dr. Bergtold reviews implants, seizures and medications in person
Whole-Person Plan
Exomind sits beside adjustments, laser and wellness care here
Rated 5.0 by Patients
A 5.0 Google rating from more than 200 Naples patient reviews
Private and Unhurried
Your own treatment room, a bilingual team and no rushed visits
Frequently Asked Questions About Exomind
Your Questions Answered
How much does Exomind cost in Naples?
Cost is quoted as a plan, because the standard course is six sessions. The number of sessions, whether you add maintenance visits and whether Exomind sits inside a wider care plan all change the total. Call (239) 593-6788 and our team will give you a clear figure and explain CareCredit financing before anything is booked.
Does Exomind hurt?
No, though the sensation takes a session or two to get used to. Most patients describe a light tapping or knocking on the scalp and some tightening of the muscles around the temple and jaw. You wear earplugs because the device clicks loudly. Intensity is set to a level you tolerate, and you can ask for it to be lowered at any point.
How long does an Exomind session take?
About 25 minutes. You sit awake and fully clothed in a chair while the coil is positioned against your head, and there is nothing to prepare beforehand and no recovery afterward. Most patients are in and out of our Naples clinic inside 45 minutes and drive themselves back to work.
When will I see results from Exomind?
Patients who respond usually notice small shifts in sleep, energy or motivation around two to four weeks into the course, with any fuller change settling in the weeks after the final session. Response varies widely between people and some notice no change at all, which is why we review how you feel after every visit rather than promising a timeline.
How many Exomind sessions do I need?
Six sessions is the standard course, spread across several weeks. Some patients then choose occasional maintenance visits, and others stop there. Dr. Bergtold reviews how each session went before adding to the plan, and he will tell you if continuing does not look worthwhile for you.
What is the difference between Exomind and conventional TMS?
Both deliver transcranial magnetic stimulation to the prefrontal cortex. Conventional TMS courses run in psychiatric settings and typically involve 30 or more sessions directed by a physician. Exomind uses a shorter protocol of about six sessions and, at our clinic, is offered as mental wellness support alongside appropriate medical care rather than as psychiatric treatment.
Can Exomind replace my antidepressant or my therapy?
No. Exomind is an adjunct, meaning it is used in addition to the care you already have, and it does not replace psychiatric treatment, therapy or prescribed medication. Never stop or reduce a prescribed medication in order to try it. Keep your appointments with your physician or therapist and tell them you are having Exomind sessions.
Who cannot have Exomind?
Anyone with implanted metal or electronic devices in or near the head, such as aneurysm clips, coils, stents, cochlear implants, deep brain stimulators or metal fragments, cannot be treated. Neither can patients with pacemakers or defibrillators, a history of seizures or epilepsy, or conditions and medications that lower the seizure threshold. We screen everyone first.
Is Exomind suitable for older adults?
It can be, and reviews of transcranial magnetic stimulation in older adults report it is generally well tolerated in that age group. Screening matters more with age, because implanted cardiac devices, stents and stroke history are more common. Dr. Bergtold works through your history and coordinates with your physician before starting.
Does insurance cover Exomind at your clinic?
No. Exomind offered as mental wellness support is a self-pay service and health plans do not cover it. We do accept Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, UnitedHealthcare and Cigna for the chiropractic care many patients receive alongside it, and CareCredit financing is available for the rest.
Can I combine Exomind with other treatments at your clinic?
Yes, and most patients do. Exomind runs alongside adjustments, laser therapy and other care without interfering with it, and patients working on energy and sleep often pair it with our functional medicine and wellness care. Some also use Emsculpt Neo to rebuild strength while pain limits the gym.
Where can I find tms therapy near me in Southwest Florida?
Our clinic is at 5385 Park Central Court, Suite 1 in Naples, convenient for patients across Bonita Springs, Estero, Marco Island, Golden Gate and North Naples. Dr. Bergtold screens you and explains honestly whether Exomind fits before any plan is discussed. Contact our Naples clinic to arrange a consultation.
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References
- O'Reardon et al., Biol Psychiatry. (2007). Efficacy and safety of transcranial magnetic stimulation in the acute treatment of major depression: a multisite randomized controlled trial. PMID: 17573044.
- Blumberger et al., Lancet. (2018). Effectiveness of theta burst versus high-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in patients with depression (THREE-D): a randomised non-inferiority trial. PMID: 29726344.
- Cappon et al., Ageing Res Rev. (2022). Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) for geriatric depression. PMID: 34839043.
- De et al., Transl Psychiatry. (2020). Recovering from depression with repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS): a systematic review and meta-analysis of preclinical studies. PMID: 33173042.
- Zhou et al., JAMA Netw Open. (2024). Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Combined With Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Depression: A Randomized Clinical Trial. PMID: 39535797.
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2024). Transcranial magnetic stimulation devices of this class are cleared as an adjunct in the treatment of major depressive disorder in adults.