Yofi Mind Health

02/16/2024

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

02/14/2024

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/

02/13/2024

What is Spravato and how does it work? 🤔

Spravato is an nasal spray that helps people find relief from treatment-resistant depression. Ketamine is a chemical which consists of two mirror-image molecules, S-ketamine and R-ketamine. When used as an anesthetic or in an intravenous infusion, both the S and R molecules are included. However, Spravato only uses the S molecule.

acts on your NMDA receptors, creating lasting change in your neural pathways. One of the biggest draws of Spravato along with FDA approval and insruance coverage, is the immediate relief many patients experience.

Find out if you're a good candidate here: https://yofimedical.com/spravato/

02/12/2024

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/

02/08/2024

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/

02/07/2024

"I want them to better themselves and I know they can". Ketamine therapy has proven to be life-changing for patients. Just ask Chrissy Teigan!

Teigan has been open about her mental health journey and her experience in . Here on Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, you can hear Teigan's geniune belief that there is hope for those suffering from trauma, based on her personal experience.

There is hope, the next step in your journey is here. Click the link below to book your first appointment with us!
https://yofimedical.com/contact-us/

02/06/2024

A common question patients will ask, "what will I experience during a ketamine treatment?"

The ketamine experience is a psychedelic experience. In a comfortable and private room in our office, we will begin ketamine administration and check on you for your comfort and safety. You will feel a sense of dissociation from yourself and your surroundings during the infusion, creating an opportunity for profound positive introspection. The experience is unique to each person, but it is generally very positive and uplifting.

Learn more about how we can help with , , and here: https://yofimedical.com/

02/05/2024

We are proud to be at the forefront of alternative with ketamine therapy, and will continue to remain so for other psychedelic therapy methods as our field evolves.

With methods, including , set and setting is crucial to having a positive experience. A positive, optimistic mindset (set) with set intentions, plus a safe, comfortable environment (setting) are the building blocks for powerful and productive breakthrough experience.

Click the link below to learn more about how we can help!
https://yofimedical.com/

01/31/2024

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/

01/30/2024

TMS is an incredible option for those struggling with treatment-resistant depression. But how does TMS work?

FDA approved TMS is drug-free, and non-invasive, using electromagnetic pulses to stimulate neurotransmitters and receptors in specific regions in the brain. In the case of depression, stimulates the left dorsolateral prefrontal cortex.

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

01/29/2024

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 (TRD) poses a unique challenge. If you struggle with TRD, here we explore key lifestyle changes and treatment options.

01/22/2024

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/

01/18/2024

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/

01/17/2024

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/

01/16/2024

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/

01/15/2024

Depression relief with ketamine therapy is directly related to neuroplasticity.

According to the National Library of Medicine, after just one ketamine infusion in treatment resistant patients, an enhancement of structural plasticity is induced by a glutamate "burst". Acting as a neurotransmitter, plays an important role in memory, cognition, and perhaps most importantly mood regulation.

is just the beginning. With other treatment options such as the similar , , and looking ahead to future psychedelic treatment options, the future is bright.

Learn more about how we can help here 👇
https://yofimedical.com/

01/12/2024

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/