“I had already thought nothing would help anymore — but then I found Sooma therapy”
Woman, 79
The weight of decades
Depression entered her life quietly — but stayed for decades. There were occasional brighter moments, but most of the time, everything felt heavy.
Over the years, she tried numerous antidepressants, more than ten in total. Some caused side effects, others had little to no effect. None brought lasting relief.
At one particularly difficult point, her kidney values rose so much that all medication had to be stopped, and she was hospitalized for three weeks.
“It was an incredibly exhausting time. New medications, new side effects — again and again. And still, the depression remained. I started to wonder if there was any hope left.”
A new kind of hope
A few years ago, something changed. Through her care provider, she was offered the opportunity to try Sooma tDCS therapy.
It was completely new to her, but something about it sparked interest. Maybe there was still a small sense of hope left.
The treatment was done at home, for 30 minutes at a time. At first, it felt like an effort, but it quickly became part of her morning routine — watching TV or reading while the treatment was running.
After about three weeks, she began to notice a clear change.
“My mood lifted significantly. The test results showed a clear improvement. I could hardly believe it.”
Life became manageable again
As her condition improved, everyday life started to feel different. Going to the store, meeting friends, going for walks — things that had once felt overwhelming became possible again.
“I felt more energetic and I was in a better mood. Life started to feel easier in a completely new way.”
She even traveled abroad with a friend. Although the trip itself was physically demanding, the fact that she had the strength and courage to go was already a major step forward.
A treatment you can feel
She experienced no side effects. The only sensation during treatment was a mild warmth on the forehead — a sign that the stimulation was working.
“My mood has clearly improved. This is the only treatment that has truly helped me without drawbacks.”
A message to others
She hopes more people will hear about this type of treatment. Many people around her had never heard of Sooma therapy, which she finds surprising given how simple and helpful it can be.
“I truly recommend trying it. It’s a drug-free option with no real side effects. It can change your life — just like it changed mine.”
Looking ahead
Depression in older adults is not without hope. With the right treatment, improvement is possible — even after decades.
This story is a reminder that change can happen at any stage of life. With a treatment that is gentle, accessible, and suited to individual needs, it is possible to regain energy, stability, and a sense of everyday wellbeing.