The absolute best part of our jobs at Inland Empire TMS is getting to know our patients. As we work together on improving their mental health and see their journey through TMS therapy we are able to witness some amazing transformations.
Tyler, business owner and founder of Guiltless Food Co. in Temecula, CA, recently sat down with Kyle Harfield, founder of Inland Empire TMS, at our Murrieta clinic location to share his personal journey of overcoming anxiety through TMS.
The Mental Health Toll of Entrepreneurship
Tyler’s struggles began as he dealt with the immense pressure of running a business. Long nights, mounting stress, and overthinking consumed him. Plagued by sleeplessness, his mind would race at night thinking through business challenges, failures, and future uncertainties. Soon, he found himself in a deteriorating mental state, marked by persistent anxiety and an unhealthy reliance on alcohol to cope with stress and anxiety.
Every night, Tyler would wake up at 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning, with his mind racing and leaving him unable to fall back asleep. This lack of rest left him feeling foggy and unfocused during the day, making it difficult to show up fully for both his business and family. The mental fog only added to the stress and anxiety consuming him. Eventually, Tyler realized he was completely missing the joy he once experienced in life.
A Chance Connection Gives A Lifeline of Hope
At a business networking event, Tyler met Kyle Hartfield of Inland Empire TMS. Kyle introduced Tyler to TMS and the incredible results they had seen with treating anxiety and stress with TMS therapy.
Tyler was intrigued by the possibilities TMS offered for treating his anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. He realized the negative impacts he was experiencing from these issues not only with his work but also with his ability to enjoy time with his family. Tyler decided to give TMS a try, hoping it would restore his positive mental health.
A Patient Experience With TMS to Treat Anxiety
Tyler started TMS treatments in December 2023 and immediately noticed a difference. After his very first session, he felt an unexpected sense of gratitude and joy. He described stepping outside after his appointment and taking time to notice the beauty of the sky, even taking a picture of the clouds—something he wouldn’t have done before. This newfound sense of appreciation signaled that his brain was beginning to rewire itself, shifting away from the stress and negativity that had been weighing him down.
As the sessions progressed, Tyler recognized several significant changes:
- Improved Sleep: He no longer woke up in the middle of the night with racing thoughts.
- Reduced Anxiety: Tyler felt calmer and more in control of his emotions.
- Better Coping Mechanisms: He no longer relied on alcohol to unwind, finding joy in life and his family instead.
- Enhanced Focus: With the mental fog lifted, Tyler could approach his work with clarity and energy.
Finding Joy and Purpose Again
One of the most profound changes Tyler experienced was in his relationship with his family. He shared a moving moment of realizing that he now looked forward to spending time with his children, rather than seeing it as an additional burden. TMS helped him find pleasure again in the joys of fatherhood and strengthened his bond with his family.
Tyler also found a renewed sense of purpose in his work. As the owner of Guiltless Food Co., a business dedicated to providing healthy, convenient meals, he felt renewed energy to continue creating positive change in his community. Along with helping others through healthy food options, Tyler also became a vocal advocate for mental health awareness. Through sharing his personal experience with TMS, he encourages others to explore this life-changing therapy for themselves.
TMS Treatment in Temecula and Murrieta
Tyler’s journey highlights the transformative power of TMS in addressing the mental health challenges that so many face. As an entrepreneur, Tyler was under constant pressure and struggling with stress and anxiety. TMS was the solution that enabled him to reset his mental processes, enabling him to improve and excel in his professional and personal life.
For anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues, Tyler’s story is one example of how TMS can help resolve these significant issues and deliver a higher quality of life. At Inland Empire TMS, we help patients in Murrieta, Temecula, and Menifee through TMS therapy. In 2025 we open our new clinic location in Corona, offering convenient access to patients in Corona, Riverside, and north Riverside County.
To schedule a consultation at Inland Empire TMS, please contact us at (951) 228-3743.
You can see Tyler’s full interview on the Inland Empire TMS Youtube channel at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNVBmC-K2zM
