Charm Patient Portal
Once your appointment is arranged, you'll receive a Charm invitation. Use it to complete registration and pre-visit forms, then for secure messages and requested documents.
New-patient appointment process
New-patient appointments are often available within 2 weeks; most are provided by secure video for patients located in California. Availability can change.
Personally reviewed by Dr. Yang · replies within 2 business days
Four steps to get started
Begin with the brief request
Answer 7 quick questions. The form usually takes about 1 minute.
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If the practice may be a good fit, the form will ask you to share your contact and insurance information.
Hear from Dr. Yang
Dr. Yang reviews your request and calls within 2 business days to discuss your needs and answer questions.
Reserve your appointment
If you decide to proceed, confirm the appointment by phone. A $1 card-verification charge reserves your 90-minute initial evaluation and is credited toward your first-visit fee.
After an appointment is arranged
Doxy.me
Your appointment confirmation includes the same secure Doxy.me link used for each video visit.
Ivy Pay
Your payment card is stored securely, and visit charges are processed through Ivy Pay.
Text and email reminders are usually sent about 3–4 days before visits. Please cancel or reschedule at least 2 business days in advance.
Prepare for your first visit
- Insurance card and photo ID
- Current medication list, including doses
- Prior psychiatric records, if available
- A private, uninterrupted place for the video visit
What to expect at the first visit
90-minute initial evaluation
Your first appointment is directly with Dr. Yang.
Understanding your concerns
Discuss what brought you in, your history, daily life, and what you hope will change. You do not need to know your diagnosis, and prior records are helpful but not required.
Options and next steps
Dr. Yang may share an initial understanding and discuss treatment options, which can include medication management and psychotherapy integrated into psychiatric care when appropriate. Options are explained before decisions are made.
Ongoing care
Follow-up timing is individualized. Medication changes or closer monitoring may call for visits within 1–2 weeks; during active treatment, many patients are seen about every four weeks, with visits spaced farther apart as symptoms become more stable.
Care is tailored to your needs, goals, and preferences. Follow-up may include medication management and brief supportive psychotherapy; longer visits can allow more focused psychotherapy when appropriate. Regular structured psychotherapy is usually best maintained with a separate therapist.
Payment estimate
We collect the estimated amount due at the start of each visit. After your insurer processes the claim, we refund any overpayment.
Questions about coverage or cost?Review insurance and fees
More questions before you begin?See common questions
Have a question about scheduling, insurance, or other practical details?
Call (415) 655-0952 or email [email protected]. Please do not include medical or treatment details in regular email. If you are a current patient, please use the Charm Patient Portal (opens in a new tab).
Ready to begin?
Dr. Yang reviews each request personally and typically responds within two business days.
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