Support Motivation and Engagement with EXOMIND†
Individual brain mapping and adaptive stimulation aimed at reducing amotivation and blunted affect while supporting initiation, goal-directed behavior, and cognitive endurance.
Negative symptoms—such as reduced motivation (avolition), limited pleasure (anhedonia), diminished speech (alogia), and emotional flatness—can persist even when hallucinations and delusions are well controlled. These features often limit school, work, and social functioning. EXOMIND applies individualized mapping and precise, noninvasive stimulation intended to nudge circuits involved in motivation, cognitive control, and effort-based decision-making toward a more adaptive baseline.
EXOMIND at a Glance
Personalized targeting informed by symptoms, sleep/circadian patterns, and history
Awake, noninvasive, drug-free sessions (no anesthesia or recovery downtime)
Typical course: brief weekday sessions over a few weeks with session-by-session tuning
We track clinical outcomes throughout your treatment journey
Who It May Help
- Persistent amotivation, reduced initiation, or difficulty starting tasks
- Diminished emotional expressiveness or decreased speech output
- Lowered interest or pleasure and withdrawal from social activities
- Partial response to standard treatments with a desire to improve day-to-day functioning
How EXOMIND Works
After a focused intake and mapping session, EXOMIND delivers patterned magnetic pulses to cortical hubs involved in stress regulation and cognitive control. Parameters are adjusted across visits to encourage healthier network connectivity and a steadier autonomic set point.
What to Expect
You remain awake and laying down. Most people feel rhythmic tapping on the scalp; mild, brief sensitivity or headache can occur and typically resolves quickly. Early changes may include improved wind-down at night, fewer spikes in reactivity, and easier recovery after stressors.
Candidacy & Safety
We screen for medical contraindications (e.g., specific metal implants, seizure history). EXOMIND is generally well tolerated. If you use medications or therapy, we can coordinate care; changes are not required to begin unless advised for safety.
Important Information
This page is educational and not a guarantee of benefit. Individual results vary, and risks and uncertainties exist with any medical intervention. All patients complete a thorough evaluation and an informed-consent process reviewing potential benefits, risks, and alternatives.
Before Your Visit
- ✓Track daily initiation (e.g., tasks started), steps, and time-on-task for 1–2 weeks
- ✓List 3 activities you want to resume (e.g., short walks, calls with friends, hobbies)
- ✓Share medication regimen, side-effect history (sedation, EPS), and prior therapies
- ✓Choose 2–3 concrete goals (e.g., start one task before noon, attend one social activity weekly)
Frequently Asked Questions
1When might I notice change?
Early shifts with negative symptoms tend to be practical and gradual over a few weeks: starting a task without a prompt, a slight increase in conversational output, taking short walks more days than not, or feeling a bit more expressive. These small gains can build across the series and may continue to consolidate after treatment ends.
2How many sessions are typical for EXOMIND?
Courses commonly involve brief weekday sessions over a few weeks. The exact number and schedule are personalized after your mapping and consultation; some patients consider additional sessions if benefits wane.
3Can EXOMIND be combined with my current treatment?
Yes. EXOMIND is non-pharmacologic and can be coordinated with existing medications and psychotherapy. Changes to medication are not required to begin unless advised for safety.
4What side effects are most common?
Mild scalp discomfort or headache can occur and typically resolves on its own or with simple measures. We review safety and comfort strategies during consent.
5How do you select brain targets?
We are able to identify the Dorsolateral Prefrontal Cortex (DLPFC), based on your unique anatomy, within minutes.
6What if I don't feel progress?
Results will vary. For refractory cases, we suggest a multi-modal approach and will explore your individualized treatment plan for further performance optimization.
7Can I work or drive after sessions?
Most people resume normal activities immediately. If you experience a headache or unusual fatigue, brief rest is recommended before driving.
8How are payments handled?
EXOMIND Santa Monica is a direct-pay practice.
Ready to Rebuild Day-to-Day Momentum?
We'll confirm candidacy and outline a personalized EXOMIND plan aimed at supporting initiation, motivation, and engagement in daily life.