About the Physician
HELLO AND WELCOME
I’m Dr. Ho and I’m glad you are here to seek help.
Finding help and reaching out takes effort and courage, and you have already made an important step forward. Together, we can work towards finding relief and improving your well-being.
Credentials
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Undergraduate: Rice University
Medical School: UT Southwestern
Psychiatry Residency: UT Southwestern
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship: UT Southwestern
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Dr. Ho is a licensed medical doctor in the state of Texas.
Dr. Ho is double board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN) in Psychiatry as well as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
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Dr. Ho continues to be involved in the field of medical education. His commitment to teaching ensures he remains updated on latest psychiatric research and uses this to provide personalized, empathetic care to patients. Dr. Ho emphasizes education with patients as well, empowering patients with knowledge about their conditions, which fosters better understanding, engagement, and outcomes in their treatment journey.
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Dr. Ho’s approach is patient-centered, focusing on creating a safe and welcoming environment where every individual feels heard and respected. Dr. Ho has extensive experience working with individuals from a variety of cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, ensuring a compassionate and empathetic approach.
Areas of Expertise
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Depression
Drawing upon his experiences seeing patients in specialized depression clinics (both for adults and adolescents), Dr. Ho is skilled in treating depressive disorders. He keeps up-to-date on ongoing research for the treatment of depression, both from a medication standpoint but also from non-pharmacological perspectives as well.
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ADHD
Dr. Ho has significant experience evaluating and treating patients with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), supported by his specialized training in child psychiatry. He prioritizes a thorough diagnostic approach to ensure accurate assessments and personalized treatment plans.
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Insomnia
Utilizing his experience seeing patients in sleep medicine clinics (both for adults and for children/adolescents), Dr. Ho has developed a focused interest in the evaluation and treatment of insomnia. He is skilled in offering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), a highly effective, evidence-based approach, when clinically indicated.
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Dr. Ho completed subspecialty training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, He is dedicated to creating a supportive and positive experience for both you and your child throughout the treatment process. This perspective also enriches his understanding and treatment of adult patients by providing insights into developmental stages that influence lifelong mental health.
Treatment Philosophy
Navigating mental health care can be overwhelming. Dr. Ho strives to foster an approachable setting for your psychiatric care. Treatment is a collaborative process between you and Dr. Ho. He wants to make sure you have a comfortable understanding of your treatment. Dr. Ho takes an all-around approach in evaluating how psychiatric care can be helpful to your mental health. This may or may not include medications. Dr. Ho will also spend time with you in discussing complementary treatment approaches that can make your treatment more effective, including considering other medical factors, lifestyle elements, sleep, nutrition, and psychotherapy.
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