Our Company
Transforming
Lives Through
Junction
Brain Health
improving lives through safe, effective, non-invasive mental health treatments. We understand the toll depression takes on individuals and families, and we offer renewed hope when traditional methods fall short.
We are committed to patient-centered care, treating everyone with compassion and respect. By
harnessing the power of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation and Spravato® (esketamine) nasal spray, we provide an innovative, effective, and safe path to wellness.
Our dedication extends beyond treatment—it shapes the relationships we build and the communities we serve. Join us in creating brighter futures, one person at a time.
Junction Brain Health
A Journey of
Transformation
- 2014 Founded by Christopher Blackburn and Dr. Robert Sammons with a mission to make TMS therapy accessible and transform lives.
Goal: Provide effective, non-invasive solutions for depression. - 2016 In-network insurance options across many clinics nationwide
Impact: Improved accessibility to life-changing TMS therapy for patients served by these locations. - 2016 An adolescent trial was conducted, focusing on establishing TMS therapy’s safety and efficacy for treating adolescent depression.
Commitment: We remain dedicated to advancing TMS research and improving outcomes for patients. - 2018 Launched TMS curriculum at the University of Washington.
Purpose: Equip future practitioners with hands-on TMS experience through a dedicated training program. - 2019 Offered TMS therapy to veterans through clinics credentialed with VA insurance.
Commitment: Support veteran mental health, an issue especially meaningful to co-founder Dr. Sammons. - 2020 Quiet Explosions, an award-winning documentary released in 2020, highlights TMS therapy’s impact and aims to set a new standard in mental health care.
Commitment: We remain dedicated to raising awareness and driving innovation in mental health treatment. - 2025 Rebranded as Junction Brain Health, expanding services to include medication management and Spravato® (esketamine) nasal spray, while opening new clinics in Henderson, NV, Toledo, OH, and additional markets.
Meet The
Executive
Team
Randy Oostra, DM, FACHE
CEO - Chief Executive Officer
Randy Oostra, DM, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer of Junction Brain Health, brings over 40 years of healthcare leadership to our mission of transforming mental health care through innovative treatments like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. As former CEO of ProMedica, he led a mission-driven organization focused on holistic health and social determinants, impacting millions annually.
His extensive experience ensures Junction Brain Health delivers transformative outcomes for clients and compelling opportunities for investors.
Dr. Walter Standridge MD
Acting - Chief Medical Officer
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Meet Our Founders
Christopher Blackburn
Founder | President
Chris graduated with a BA from Gonzaga University. He was a NCAA Division I athlete and was in the US Men’s Soccer National Team pool from 1988-1991. While at Gonzaga and following graduation, he worked for the US Government, becoming a front-line intelligence source during the Balkan wars, for which he received several commendations and international accolades. He also participated in The Wharton School Entrepreneurship program.
While charting an innovative business development path with Dr. Sammons, Chris’s path quickly became a super highway of fierce advocacy for their TMS patients. He has made it his life’s mission to spread awareness about depression and help those suffering achieve relief. The driving force behind his work is seeing patients’ lives transformed in front of his eyes, despite years or even decades of suffering with depression. Chris works diligently to offer TMS to as many forward thinking doctors and clinics as possible, to ensure TMS is available to all those suffering with depression.
His greatest accomplishments and loves are his kids
In Loving Memory of
Dr. Robert Sammons
MD, PhD, Co-Founder & CMO Emeritus
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Robert Sammons, co-founder of Junction Brain Health and a pioneering force in the field of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation. After a joyful and well-lived life, he passed away on March 13, 2025, at the age of 79.
A compassionate leader, visionary physician, and decorated veteran, Dr. Sammons dedicated his life to advancing mental health care and improving the lives of patients across the country. With degrees from the University of North Carolina and advanced training from Harvard Medical School, he was a cornerstone in the Junction community—holding leadership roles within the Clinical TMS Society and helping establish research and ethical standards that shaped the future of the field.
His commitment to innovation and service was honored with the Society’s first-ever Legacy Award and the creation of the Bob Sammons Junction Research Fund. As a veteran, Dr. Sammons was especially driven to make Junction more accessible to those suffering from PTSD, striving to bring hope and healing to those who served.
Beyond his professional achievements, “Dr. Bob” was known for his warmth, humor, and generosity. He was a storyteller, a mentor, and a beloved figure to all who knew him. His legacy lives on through the people he helped, the research he led, and the work Junction Brain Health proudly continues today.
Guided by Our Six Core Principles
Saving Lives
TMS Therapy and Spravato® bring hope for treatment-resistant depression.
Connection
Building neural and human connections to support healing.
Unwavering Passion
Dedicated to helping patients reclaim life with FDA-approved treatments.
Leadership
Leading the field in Mental Health education and clinical expertise.
Veteran Advocacy
Honoring veterans by providing accessible, effective mental health treatment.
Spreading the Message
Building Junction Brain Health as a trusted leader in depression care.
Veterans
Committed to Supporting Veterans
We honor those who served by offering TMS Therapy and Spravato® (esketamine) for PTSD and depression in a supportive environment. Contact us to learn more.
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