Awakenings KC

Awakenings KC Integrated behavioral health and wellness clinic. Specializing in TMS, Spravato, group therapy, individual therapy, and medication management.

Maria Cristina Davila, M.D. Dr. Davila was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She completed her medical school training in Buenos Aires before moving to Kansas City where she completed her psychiatric residency training at UMKC. She has been practicing in the community since 1998 and has served in many positions in local universities and hospitals. She is a bilingual (Spanish) physician that has a passion for serving those in her community and helping with their needs.

Happy Thanksgiving! This week of gratitude also kicks off the holiday season. But what happens when the most wonderful t...
11/25/2025

Happy Thanksgiving! This week of gratitude also kicks off the holiday season.

But what happens when the most wonderful time of the year…isn’t?

For a lot of us, the holiday season can be the time of the year when we really struggle. We miss the people we’ve lost, we worry if we’re going to let our friends and family down, and the hustle and bustle of the season only seems to stress us out.

Here’s some tips to make this time of the year a little easier:
✔️ Listen to your body. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s okay to step away for a bit.
✔️ If you’re uncomfortable with something, you don’t have to participate.
✔️ Make sure you practice self-care – take a break now and then.

There is NO shame in feeling like this time of the year seems less than magical. If you need some extra support, reach out to AwakeningsKC. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a groundbreaking and effective way to treat anxiety and depression, especially if they aren’t responding to your usual treatment.

Happy holidays from AwakeningsKC, and remember: you’re not alone. Click on the following link to learn more: https://hubs.la/Q03QS38Q0

Everybody feels a little down or nervous from time to time. But depression and anxiety are different: they last. They’re...
11/18/2025

Everybody feels a little down or nervous from time to time. But depression and anxiety are different: they last.

They’re also connected. An episode of major depressive disorder can also make you feel incredibly anxious: When’s it going to end? An anxiety disorder (especially an anxiety attack) can make you feel depressed because it’s just so exhausting.

Worst of all, what happens when traditional depression and anxiety treatment don’t seem to work?

At AwakeningsKC, we know how awful treatment-resistant depression and anxiety can be. It’s why we make use of TMS, or transcranial magnetic stimulation. This effective treatment can help where other treatments can’t.

If anxiety and depression feel like they’re running your life, we’ll help you get back in control. Reach out to us via the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03QRS9z0

It’s Movember: November’s the month where men grow mustaches to raise money for – and call attention to – men’s health, ...
11/12/2025

It’s Movember: November’s the month where men grow mustaches to raise money for – and call attention to – men’s health, including testicular cancer, prostate cancer and mental health.

Even the strongest men struggle. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), one in 10 men struggles with depression and anxiety…but more than half of those men never seek treatment.

Mental health is as important as physical health, but cultural assumptions, stigma and more act as roadblocks stopping men from taking care of themselves. AwakeningsKC provides effective outpatient treatment in a safe and confidential setting. We specialize in transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a safe and effective way to treat depression, anxiety and more.

This Movember can be an early hopeful start for a bright 2026. Learn why by clicking the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03RYfvP0

The worst thing about stress is how normal it can feel…and how easy it is to forget that stress can easily turn into maj...
11/05/2025

The worst thing about stress is how normal it can feel…and how easy it is to forget that stress can easily turn into major depression, anxiety or both.

The best thing about stress? You can do something about it. If your stress has turned into something worse, check out AwakeningsKC. We offer effective ways to combat stress, including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), an evidence-based way to treat depression, anxiety and other disorders that haven’t responded to traditional forms of treatment.

National Stress Awareness Day falls on November 5th this year. Celebrate it by saying “not today” to stress. Learn more at the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03QRd_b0

Maybe it’s the fear of being judged. Maybe it’s the fear of being seen as weak. Or maybe it’s the fear of not being able...
10/28/2025

Maybe it’s the fear of being judged. Maybe it’s the fear of being seen as weak. Or maybe it’s the fear of not being able to “tough it out.”

This Halloween, AwakeningsKC wants you to know there’s nothing to be afraid of. Major depressive disorder (MDD) and other treatable mental health conditions don’t mean you’re weak or out of control – they just mean you need a little extra support.

If you’re nervous about transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) or just getting help for the problem that’s keeping you from your best life, AwakeningsKC will help you find your real strength and overcome any fear about treatment.

This time of year can be the start of a new, happier life. Check out the following link to learn more: https://hubs.la/Q03Q6jp00

For some, the traditional methods for treating depression work. For others, their symptoms need a little extra support. ...
10/21/2025

For some, the traditional methods for treating depression work.

For others, their symptoms need a little extra support. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a noninvasive way to treat the symptoms of depression and other disorders. TMS uses precise electromagnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain affected by depression.

Painless and with nearly no downtime afterwards, TMS is proven, effective and easy. Our team at AwakeningsKC will help you through the entire process, from answering your questions about insurance to your first TMS session.

This Depression Awareness Month, reimagine depression treatment and reach out to us via the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03LBj2D0

How can you tell if you’re depressed or just sad? Our FREE depression quiz can give you valuable insights into your feel...
10/14/2025

How can you tell if you’re depressed or just sad? Our FREE depression quiz can give you valuable insights into your feelings and moods. It’s not a diagnosis; our test is just for educational purposes and can help you see if treatment like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a proven and effective way to treat persistent depression, could be right for you.

This Depression Awareness Month, take the first step towards a happier life. Learn more by taking our FREE depression quiz at the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03LF6Qt0

Everybody has a story to tell. For some, it’s realizing that their depression seems endless, especially when depression ...
10/07/2025

Everybody has a story to tell.

For some, it’s realizing that their depression seems endless, especially when depression doesn’t respond to traditional forms of treatment.

For others, it’s a story about relief. Transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, is a proven and effective way to ease the symptoms of depression and other mental health disorders. AwakeningsKC proudly includes TMS among our services. Noninvasive, effective and with little recovery time, TMS has helped so many treat their depression symptoms and live the lives they deserve.

Stories during Depression Awareness Month can have happy endings, too. If you’re interested in exploring new ways to treat your depression, head to the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03LrT460

Here’s the difference between the blues and depression: Depression lasts.  Worse, depression doesn’t always go away, eve...
10/01/2025

Here’s the difference between the blues and depression: Depression lasts.

Worse, depression doesn’t always go away, even when you’re being treated for it. This Depression Awareness Month, AwakeningsKC wants you to know that having treatment-resistant depression is never hopeless. Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is an effective and evidence-based way to treat the symptoms of depression and other disorders that don’t respond to traditional forms of treatment.

Best of all, TMS is non-invasive, requires little recovery time and doesn’t require anesthesia. Many insurance plans cover the cost of TMS services, too.

TMS can light a path out of the endless maze of depression. We’ll help you uncover brighter days. Learn more about our services at the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03LrJwS0

Fall’s here. Is this why you’re feeling sad, tired and hopeless? You might be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (...
09/25/2025

Fall’s here. Is this why you’re feeling sad, tired and hopeless?

You might be experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD). It’s a mood disorder that seems to be related to seasonal changes…like summer turning into fall. While its exact cause is unknown, researchers believe it can involve a change in the amount of daylight, individual serotonin levels and more.

Like other forms of depression, SAD doesn’t always respond to traditional methods of treatment. Transcranial magnetic stimulation, or TMS, is a proven, effective way to treat SAD when other methods haven’t worked. Non-invasive and with no recovery time, TMS will put you back in control of your life.

AwakeningsKC is the premier provider of TMS in the Kansas City area. To learn more about how TMS can free you from mood disorders and more, check out the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03L1w4X0

The symptoms of treatment-resistant depression include:  ✔️ Feelings of sadness, emptiness and hopelessness ✔️ Weight ch...
09/19/2025

The symptoms of treatment-resistant depression include:

✔️ Feelings of sadness, emptiness and hopelessness
✔️ Weight changes
✔️ A loss of interest in things you used to enjoy
✔️ Mood swings
✔️ Difficulty concentrating
✔️ Aches & pains

And more.

Worse, sometimes these symptoms don’t seem to respond to treatment. Studies cited by the National Institute of Health estimate that around 30% of people who receive treatment for depression struggle with treatment-resistant depression.

But hope is within reach.

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a proven, non-invasive and drug-free way to manage treatment-resistant depression. AwakeningsKC is a leading provider of TMS in the Kansas City area. Want to learn more about TMS and how it can help YOU find relief? Check out the following link: https://hubs.la/Q03K9r_J0

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) warns that one person dies from su***de every 11 minutes. Su***de is ...
09/10/2025

The Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) warns that one person dies from su***de every 11 minutes. Su***de is unfortunately one of the leading causes of death in the US…and it’s also one of the most preventable.

September 10th is World Su***de Prevention Day. This is our opportunity to help someone save their own life. Consider checking in with your friends, family…and even yourself.

Depression often comes with a higher risk of su***de. If you’re struggling with depression, particularly if it’s not responding to your usual treatment, consider transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). TMS has helped countless people and can make a difference in your life as well. Check out the following link to learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q03FpvRS0

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5300 W 94th Terrace #200 #200
Prairie Village, KS
66207

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