A simple, drug-free way to calm your nervous system
If you’re dealing with anxiety, poor sleep, or feeling constantly “on edge,” Alpha-Stim offers an approach that works with your brain, not against it.
No medications. No downtime. Just a gentle way to help your nervous system reset.
What is Alpha-Stim?
Alpha-Stim is a small, FDA-approved medical device that delivers a very low level microcurrent to the brain through clips placed on your earlobes.
It’s used to support:
- Anxiety
- Insomnia (trouble falling or staying asleep)
You’ll sit comfortably for about an hour in-office while the device does the work.
What does it feel like?
Most people feel… almost nothing.
- You may notice a slight tingling at your ears
- Some people feel deeply relaxed during or after
- A few feel mildly lightheaded at first (this passes quickly)
Many patients use the time to read, work, or just unplug for a bit.
How does it work?
We’ll be honest: we don’t fully understand every mechanism, but we do understand the results.
Research suggests Alpha-Stim may:
- Shift brain activity into a calmer, more relaxed state
- Support your stress response and nervous system balance
- Improve how your brain regulates mood and sleep
- Stress management
Think of it as giving your nervous system a nudge in the right direction.
Does it actually work?
Short answer: yes, especially when used consistently.
Here’s what studies and real-world use show:
- Anxiety:
- ~70% of patients reach remission within 12 weeks
- Significant improvement vs. placebo in just 5 weeks
- Insomnia:
- Nearly 50% see remission in 3 weeks
- Many report better sleep and less daytime fatigue
- Depression (when paired with anxiety):
- Up to 78% greater improvement vs. placebo
This isn’t a one-and-done treatment but when used regularly, the results can be meaningful and long-lasting.
How often do I need to do it?
Consistency matters more than perfection.
Ideal: 5–7 sessions per week
Real life: If that’s not doable, we’ll adjust your plan. You’ll just spread sessions out over a longer timeline.
Goal: ~28 total hours of treatment
What does a typical treatment look like?
Before your session
- We get you comfortable in a chair
- Clean your ears
- Place small clips on your earlobes
During your session (60 minutes)
- You relax, read, or work
- Most people feel calm or neutral
After your session
- You go right back to your day
- No downtime, no recovery period
When will I start noticing results?
- Most people experience relief from anxiety with their very first treatment with Alpha-Stim.
- Some people notice changes in 1–2 weeks
- By 4 weeks, we expect to see meaningful progress
- Improvement continues over the full treatment course
This is not instant but it builds.
How do we track progress?
We keep it simple and objective.
You’ll complete short check-ins:
- Anxiety → GAD-7
- Sleep → Insomnia Severity Index
- Depression (if relevant) → PHQ-9
We track at:
- Start
- Midpoint
- Completion
This helps us make sure it’s actually working, not just guessing.
Do I need ongoing treatment?
Usually, no. Most patients maintain their results after finishing a full course. For some, use of Alpha-Stim® 2 – 3 times per week or less is usually sufficient to maintain good results.
If symptoms return, you can:
- Repeat a short course
- Combine with other therapies (like CBT)
Pricing
- Intro session (60 min): $40
- Ongoing sessions: $25
Available Monday–Friday
(HSA eligible, not insurance billed)
Interested in using it at home? We can help you explore that too.
Frequently Asked Questions
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*Minor and self-limiting effects: alpha-stim.com/risk. Alpha-Stim is a non-invasive, non-drug medical device that is FDA-cleared for treating anxiety, insomnia, and pain in the United States.