Yofi Mind Health

We are excited to announce our new community group on Facebook - the "Community for Defeating Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, & OCD". We've created this group exclusively for those who share our passion for improving the well-being of individuals facing these challenges. This community will serve as a platform to connect on shared goals, share your stories, educate, and help guide others in healing.

We believe that by coming together as a community, we can enhance our collective knowledge, share valuable insights, and support one another in the journey towards defeating these mental health conditions.

If you share our passion for mental health, join us here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/376947125053392

Meet Emma! Serving as Operations Manager and a valued member of our team since 2022. If you've ever been in to our clinic or called us to learn more, you'll recognize Emma as the first face you see, or voice you hear, welcoming and guiding you to your first step with us.

As a former patient of ours, Emma is incredibly knowledgable, with first hand experience with our treatments. With over 10 years of experience as a professional yoga instructor, Emma understands the significance of warmth and hospitality in patient interactions. At Yofi, we take pride in creating a comfortable and safe environment for our patients, and Emma plays a crucial role in that. Her exceptional skills and demeanor ensure that every patient feels valued and well-cared for from the moment they step through our doors.

Give us a call at 818-699-0203 and Emma can help you take that first step in your depression treatment journey with , , and ! Or you can reach us here: https://yofimedical.com/contact-us/

When all else fails, ketamine therapy succeeds. When searching for relief from depression symptoms, many patients find relief in just their first treatment of or .

If you or a loved one has tried multiple SSRIs, but are still struggling with severe depression, we are here to help. Ketamine and Spravato ( ) are proving to be incredible treatment options for depression. One of the major draws being the rapid results many see.

Alternatively, we also offer therapy, a non-invasive, drug free treatment for depression. Which ever treatment may best fit your needs, you have options and we are here for you.

Take the first step here: https://yofimedical.com/contact-us/

Hearing our patients success stories inspires us. Treatment resistant depression may feel like a daunting struggle to approach, but there is hope. We are so happy to make a difference is people's lives with , , and .

We are thrilled to be at the forefront of methods such as Ketamine Therapy. We are here to help address the mental health crisis one step at a time.

Book your first appointment here: https://yofimedical.com/contact-us/

The well-being of our patients is everything. That's why we are here. TMS and Spravato have proven to be amazing, life-changing treatment options for those suffering from treatment-resistant depression.

You may decide to go one route or the other, but the combination of and is highly effective. Wherever you are in your mental health journey and fight against depression, we are here to help!

Learn more about TMS and Spravato here: https://yofimedical.com/

NEW BLOG POST! 👀

Managing Treatment-Resistant Depression: Lifestyle Changes

Managing treatment-resistant depression ( ) poses a unique challenge, demanding innovative approaches to address its complexities. In this new blog post, we explore the pivotal role lifestyle changes play in managing treatment-resistant depression, as well as powerful alternative treatment options such as those offered at Yofi Mind Health!

Click the link below to learn more!
https://yofimedical.com/managing-treatment-resistant-depression-lifestyle/

Managing Treatment Resistant-Depression: Lifestyle Changes Managing treatment-resistant depression (TRD) poses a unique challenge. If you struggle with TRD, here we explore key lifestyle changes and treatment options.

Meet Dorna! A highly proficient Nurse Practitioner who has been an active member of the Yofi team since 2019.

Dorna completed her MS in Nursing from Western University of Health Sciences and further advanced her expertise by completing the Family Nurse Practitioner Post-Masters program. With over 4 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, Dorna consistently provides quality care through detailed consultations, personalized treatment plans, and the administration , and . Her commitment to delivering comprehensive and compassionate care is evident in her patient-centered approach.

Learn more about us here: https://yofimedical.com/about-us/

NEW BLOG POST!

TMS for Depression: History and How it Works

In the vast landscape of mental health treatments, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation ( ) has emerged as a revolutionary approach, offering hope and relief for those struggling with the weight of depression. This blog post delves into the history of TMS, elucidates how this innovative therapy works, and explores why TMS for depression is promising in the realm of depression treatment.

Check it out here:
https://yofimedical.com/tms-for-depression-history-and-how-it-works/

We are proud to be at the forefront of alternative treatments for depression with psychedelic therapy methods such as ketamine therapy!

Three major draws to ketamine treatment are rapid relief from depression symptoms, reduced suicidal thoughts, and neural connectivity. For treatment resistant depression, where all else fails, has proven success.

Learn more here:
https://yofimedical.com/

Ketamine and . This illustration from a study posted by The National Institute of Medicine represents mechanism of action of ketamine and the molecular signalings involved in determining structural plasticity of dopaminergic neurons in vitro.

Observed by Dr. Ginetta Collo and Dr. Emilio Merlo Pich, ketamine increases synaptic release by blocking NMDA receptors, reducing their inhibitory input on the glutamatergic neurons. This is believed to play a major role in mood regulation and rapid relief in those suffering form treatment resistant depression.

More on this study here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5950671/

NEW BLOG 👀

7 Alternative Depression Treatments for TRD

Treatment-resistant depression ( ) stands as a formidable challenge. Conventional treatments often fall short, sending individuals on a challenging quest for alternative depression treatments that can offer solace and healing. Where all else fails, we have solutions. Here, we dive into 7 alternative depression treatments such as , , and more.

You can find the post here:
https://yofimedical.com/7-alternative-depression-treatments/

Meet Michelle! A highly skilled Physician Assistant and valued member of Yofi since 2022.

Michelle graduated from the esteemed University of California, Los Angeles ( ), followed by her pursuit of knowledge in the medical field. Michelle obtained her BS in Health Science and her MS in Physician Assistant Studies from Touro University of Health Sciences in New York. With more than 5 years of experience in the medical field, Michelle excels in providing detailed diagnoses and offering comprehensive support to patients with complex mental health conditions.

Learn more about us by clicking the link below!
https://yofimedical.com/about-us/

HUGE NEWS for the world of mental health treatments! Seeking improved care for veterans, The Department of Veteran Affairs will be funding research of psychedelics for PTSD and depression.

Based on promising evidence in recent years, the FDA granted “breakthrough therapy” status for M**A for treating PTSD and psilocybin for treating depression. Seeing opportunity to provide care for those in dire need, the has taken action.

“Now is our chance to study this potential method of treating Veterans with PTSD and major depression across the country.” - Dr. Shereef Elnahal

More here:
https://news.va.gov/press-room/to-improve-care-for-veterans-va-to-fund-studies-on-new-therapies-for-treating-mental-health-conditions/

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NEW BLOG 👀

Ketamine for OCD treatment

Are you or a loved one suffering from ? There is hope. In this weeks post, we delve into the promising realm of ketamine infusion for OCD treatment. We now also offer TMS, a drug-free, non-invasive treatment option. Click the link below to learn more about how these treatments can help.

https://yofimedical.com/ketamine-for-ocd-treatment-what-to-know/

Meet, Negin! One of our many skilled, compassionate mental health providers here at Yofi Mind Health.

Negin graduated from University of California, Los Angeles ( ) with a BS in Sociology and furthered her education by attending Western University of Health Sciences and earning her Master’s of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. With over 6 years of experience in the medical field, Negin delivers exceptional value through her compassionate approach, attention to detail, and genuine care for her patients.

Learn more about us here: https://yofimedical.com/about-us/

From the entire team here at Yofi, Happy New Year! 🎉

With the new year comes new beginnings. Kicking off the new year, we are so excited to have expanded our mental health services to include and to go along with and . As we enter the new year, we wish you good health, joy, and success in achieving your goals.

For your goals in your mental health journey, we are here for you every step of the way!

If you are curious to learn more about how we can help, call us at 818-699-0203 or visit our website by clicking the link below!
https://yofimedical.com/

From the moment you walk in the door, we want you to feel comfortable and safe. That begins with our staff. We find success knowing you feel cared for, and having a warm and welcoming environment is a priority to us.

Thank you, Erin!

, , and has incredible promise in combatting common mental health issues like depression. We are thrilled to be at the forefront of and combatting the mental health crisis!

If you are curious to learn more about how we can help, call us at 818-699-0203 or visit our website by clicking the link in below.
https://yofimedical.com/

We understand that everyone is unique and the importance of personalized plans and treatment options. We are proud to now offer general psychiatry to our services here at Yofi Mind Health!

Our new psychiatry and medication management service will emphasize confidential assessment, accurate diagnosis, and highly effective treatment of depression and anxiety. Our medical staff will provide you with personalized and evidence-based treatments to improve your mental well-being.

If you are curious to learn more about how we can help, call us at 818-699-0203 or visit our website by clicking the link below.
https://yofimedical.com/