by Hong Yin | Apr 8, 2026 | Blog
Behavioral Health vs Mental Health Professionals often use the terms interchangeably. In practice, behavioral health usually emphasizes patterns of actions and skills that respond well to therapy and structured supports. Mental health often points to conditions with...
by Hong Yin | Mar 10, 2026 | Blog
If Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) hasn’t led to meaningful improvement by session 20, I carefully reassess coil position, motor threshold, and dosing, and, if tolerated, increase settings to a clearly therapeutic level. At this point, I also encourage adding...
by Hong Yin | Feb 4, 2026 | Blog
Behavioral Activation is a practical form of behavioral therapy that focuses on what you do, not just what you think or feel. The first steps in this approach are often much smaller and more manageable than people expect. Practical First Steps in Behavioral Activation...
by Hong Yin | Feb 4, 2026 | Blog
As a psychiatrist, I like behavioral activation because it is practical and concrete. It is not about waiting until you magically feel better. Instead, it focuses on gently changing what you do, even when your mood is low, and trusting that your emotions will...
by Hong Yin | Dec 12, 2025 | Blog
What Other Techniques Do You Do With CBT? CBT often overlaps with other therapeutic approaches, each contributing unique strengths: Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Focuses on emotional regulation and mindfulness. Exposure Therapy: Helps people gradually face and...
