Therapoint Dr. Timothy Carpenter

Is EXOMIND safe?

No responsible answer to that question is a single word. Safety in medicine is the product of appropriate screening, appropriate use, honest disclosure of risk, and a willingness to say no when treatment isn't appropriate.

Written by
Therapoint Medicine Editorial Team
Medically reviewed by
Dr. Timothy Carpenter
Last reviewed
August 2026
Reading time
10 min

Our position

Screening is the treatment's first step.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation has a well-described tolerability profile in the medical literature, with most commonly reported effects being mild and temporary. Rare but serious risks exist, and screening is how they are reduced.

At Therapoint, no one receives EXOMIND without medical evaluation and safety screening by our clinical team. If screening shows treatment is not appropriate, we say so.

Screening

What we review before treatment.

These categories are discussed with your clinician. This list is educational and is not a substitute for clinical screening.

  • Implanted devices

    Certain implanted metallic or electronic devices may affect treatment eligibility and must be reviewed before screening is complete.

  • Seizure history

    Neurological and seizure history should be reviewed as part of your evaluation.

  • Medications

    Patients should provide a complete medication list, including supplements.

  • Mental health history

    Clinical history, including depression and bipolar spectrum symptoms, may be important to treatment planning.

  • Pregnancy + medical history

    Relevant health information should be discussed directly with the treatment team.

  • Changing symptoms

    Worsening depression, suicidal thoughts, unusual behavioral changes or concerning symptoms require prompt clinical attention.

Side effects

What is commonly reported.

  • Tapping
  • Pulsing
  • Pressure sensations
  • Scalp sensations
  • Temporary discomfort
  • Temporary headache

Contact your care team promptly if you experience worsening depression, suicidal thoughts, unusual behavioral changes, or any symptom that concerns you. In an emergency, contact emergency services rather than this website.

Patient advocacy

20 questions to ask before starting treatment.

Ask these of us. Ask them of anyone. A practice that welcomes these questions is a practice worth trusting.

  1. 01What condition are we treating?
  2. 02Is this an FDA cleared indication?
  3. 03Which protocol are you recommending?
  4. 04Why are you recommending that protocol?
  5. 05Who performs my medical evaluation?
  6. 06Who supervises treatment?
  7. 07What evidence supports this treatment?
  8. 08What are common side effects?
  9. 09What are serious risks?
  10. 10Do I have contraindications?
  11. 11Could my medications affect treatment?
  12. 12How will you measure improvement?
  13. 13What happens if my symptoms worsen?
  14. 14Who should I contact if I experience problems?
  15. 15Should I continue psychotherapy?
  16. 16Should I continue medication?
  17. 17How many treatments are recommended?
  18. 18What happens if treatment doesn't help?
  19. 19Is follow up included?
  20. 20What happens after treatment ends?

Questions to ask before treatment

20 questions to ask before starting EXOMIND or TMS.

Bring this checklist to any consultation with us or with another practice. Good questions protect patients.

Do not submit protected health information or urgent medical concerns through this form.

We send the checklist as a printable document you can bring to any appointment.

Ask us these questions directlyBack to the Learning Center

Sources + further reading

Device-specific claims should be confirmed against manufacturer documentation and regulatory records rather than marketing material alone.

Medical disclaimer

The information provided through the Therapoint Medicine EXOMIND Learning Center is intended for general educational purposes and should not be considered medical advice, diagnosis or a recommendation for treatment. EXOMIND and transcranial magnetic stimulation are not appropriate for every individual. Treatment decisions should be made following evaluation by an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. Individual outcomes vary.

You don't have to decide today.

You just need good information. If you'd like to understand whether EXOMIND may be appropriate for you, our team is here to answer your questions.

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