Real Patient Story — Autism

Rowan is 8.
MeRT did what other treatments couldn't.

Jessica had already worked with specialists, tried therapies, and done everything she could for her son. Hear why she chose MeRT® — and what happened after six weeks of treatment.

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Rowan's age when he started treatment
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Weeks of MeRT treatment
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EEG re-evaluations during treatment

"No experience with autism is the same. MeRT has done more for Rowan than most of the other treatments — and it's non-invasive, drug-free, and highly recommended by this mom."

— Jessica, Rowan's mother
Jessica and Rowan's story

She had already tried everything else

Jessica is the kind of parent who does the research. Before coming to Brain Treatment Center Michigan, she had already worked with specialists and built a team around Rowan to support his development. She wasn't looking for a miracle — she was looking for something that could enhance what other therapies had started.

What drew her to MeRT was the science behind it. The process starts with a detailed qEEG brain map — not a guess, not a one-size-fits-all protocol. Dr. Wallace analyzes the actual brainwave data to understand exactly where dysregulation is occurring, then designs a treatment protocol specifically for that child.

For Rowan, that specificity made the difference.

In Jessica's words

"MeRT has done more for Rowan than most of the other treatments. It's non-invasive. Drug-free. And highly recommended by this mom."

— Jessica, after completing 6 weeks of MeRT treatment
How MeRT works

Your child's treatment starts with their actual brainwaves

MeRT (Magnetic e-Resonance Therapy) is an advanced, personalized form of rTMS. Every treatment plan begins with a quantitative EEG — a detailed map of how your child's brain is currently communicating. That data drives everything: where we stimulate, at what frequency, and how the protocol evolves over six weeks.

The EEG is repeated at weeks two, four, and six so the protocol can be adjusted as the brain responds. This is what separates MeRT from standard TMS, which uses a fixed protocol that never changes.

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qEEG brain mapping

A comfortable cap records brainwave activity — no needles, no discomfort. This gives us a precise picture of where your child's brain is dysregulated.

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Physician review and personalized protocol

Dr. Wallace analyzes the EEG findings and designs a treatment protocol around your child's specific patterns — not a standard approach.

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Daily in-office sessions

Monday through Friday, five days a week. Each session is approximately 30–45 minutes. The EEG is repeated at weeks two, four, and six to refine the protocol.

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Results review with Dr. Wallace

At the end of treatment, you sit down with Dr. Wallace to review the before-and-after EEG data and talk through what the results mean for your child.

Who we treat

MeRT works alongside the therapies you're already using

MeRT doesn't replace the work you've already done with your child. It can be combined safely with ABA, speech therapy, occupational therapy, and other approaches. Many families find that MeRT enhances the progress made in other therapies by addressing the underlying neurological patterns.

We treat children ages 3 and older for autism and developmental disorders at both our Metro Detroit and Grand Rapids locations.

Works with ABA

MeRT and ABA therapy can be combined — many families report that ABA becomes more effective after MeRT treatment.

Ages 3 and older

We treat children across the full autism spectrum, from young children to teens and adults.

Drug-free

No medications, no anesthetics. MeRT uses only gentle magnetic pulses tuned to your child's brainwave patterns.

Dr. Ramona Wallace, DO

Dr. Ramona Wallace, DO

Medical Director · Board-Certified Physician · Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Dr. Wallace reviews every patient's EEG findings, approves every treatment protocol, and personally conducts results appointments. Brain Treatment Center Michigan is physician-led at every step.

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FDA-cleared rTMS equipment
Non-invasive, drug-free
Can be combined with ABA
Metro Detroit + Grand Rapids
Also from Jessica

Rowan's results — in her own words

A shorter clip where Jessica shares the specific changes she saw in Rowan after completing treatment at Brain Treatment Center Michigan.

Get started

Find out if MeRT is right for your child

We currently have limited new patient availability at both locations. Our care team will reach out within one business day — no commitment required — just a conversation about your child and whether MeRT may be a good fit.

Please do not include detailed medical information in this form. A coordinator will contact you to discuss your situation through appropriate channels.

If we miss your call, we will try you twice more before the end of the next business day. We typically respond within one business day. Your information is never shared.

What happens next:

1. Our care team calls you within one business day
2. They answer your questions and check insurance if applicable
3. If it's a fit, they schedule your evaluation — no obligation at any step.

Prefer to call? (269) 430-7966 — ask for our care team

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