Frequently Asked Questions

Appointments

  • Potential patients: Dr. Ho is not currently accepting new patients at this time.

    Established patients: Please visit the Patient Portal and use the scheduling page to conveniently schedule your appointment. You may also message Dr. Ho in the Patient Portal to inquire about appointment scheduling.

  • Payment for Dr. Ho’s services are expected at the time of service. A valid credit card is required to be on file.

    For individuals seeing Dr. Ho using their insurance plan that Dr. Ho is in-network with, click here for updated information about accepted insurance networks. As determined by your insurance plan, copay dues are charged on the date of appointment. Subsequent amounts may be charged (co-insurance, deductible amounts) as determined by your insurance plan.

    For individuals seeing Dr. Ho on an out-of-network basis, click here for appointment fee schedule.

  • Dr. Ho accepts select insurance plans. Currently, Dr. Ho is in-network with most United (UHC), Blue Cross & Blue Shield (BCBS) and Baylor Scott & White (BSW) plans.

    For BCBS, Blue Choice PPO, Blue High Performance Network, Blue Premier HMO, Blue Essentials, Health Select plans are accepted.

    However, Dr. Ho is not in-network with Blue Advantage HMO nor MyBlue Health plans (these are plans where behavioral health benefits are managed by Magellan).

    Please check back for additional networks that may be added.

    Please note that he is not a registered participant of any Medicaid nor Medicare products, including those associated with the above networks.

  • Dr. Ho's office address is 4560 Belt Line Rd Ste 208, Addison, TX, 75001.

  • A unique element of Dr. Ho's private practice is the allowance of ample time for diagnostic evaluation.

    Initial consultations may require two appointments to ensure a comprehensive and personalized approach to your treatment. The first appointment focuses on a detailed assessment of medical history, symptoms, and relevant factors, while the second allows for discussion and finalization of a tailored treatment plan.

    All child/adolescent patients require 2 appointments to complete the initial consultation. The 2nd appointment is for the parent(s) only.

    For adults, situations that typically require a 2nd appointment include: ADHD evaluations (including completing diagnostic assessment and reviewing/requesting any necessary collateral information), reviewing complex treatment history, extended discussion about treatment, gathering and reviewing information from other people, with your consent, such as therapist, family members, etc.

  • After meeting Dr. Ho for the first appointment in-person, telehealth appointments are available, as long as the patient is located in Texas at the time of the appointment.

  • Office hours are by appointment only. Appointments are generally available Mondays and Wednesdays.

Services

  • In addition to a thorough psychiatric evaluation, Dr. Ho can recommend evidence-based medication treatment to help with your mental health challenges. He will also discuss with you non-medication strategies to help complement your treatment.

    For insomnia, Dr. Ho also offers cognitive-behavior therapy for insomnia.

  • Dr. Ho does not provide forensic services. His services are not intended for any legal purposes. He does not perform custody, fitness for duty, nor disability evaluations.

    Active substance use disorders or imminent safety concerns (acutely suicidal or aggressive) are not within the scope of Dr. Ho's practice and will be referred to more appropriate levels of care.

    Dr. Ho does not perform psychological testing.

  • The following medication classes are typically not prescribed by Dr. Ho, as they are out of the scope of his solo private practice. Individuals needing such medications will be referred to a more appropriate setting:

    Opioids, such as methadone, buprenorphine (Suboxone)

    Benzodiazepines and sedative-hypnotics, such as alprazolam (Xanax), diazepam (Valium), zolpidem (Ambien)

    Ketamine or esketamine

  • Both psychiatric evaluation and psychological testing assess for mental health conditions, but they serve different purposes and involve different processes.

    A psychiatric evaluation is conducted by a psychiatrist and involves a comprehensive assessment of a person's mental health. This typically includes a review of medical history, a discussion of symptoms, and an exploration of personal and family history. The goal is to diagnose mental health conditions and develop a treatment plan.

    Psychological testing is usually conducted by a psychologist and involves the use of standardized tests and assessment tools to measure specific cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functions. These tests can provide in-depth information about a person's psychological functioning and are often used to diagnose learning disabilities, developmental disorders, or to better understand personality traits

    Sometimes, an individual may benefit from both. If psychological testing is indicated, Dr. Ho can provide referrals.

  • No. Dr. Ho can provide referrals to a psychologist who can perform psychological testing.

  • Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who can prescribe medication and provide treatment for mental health conditions. They have extensive training in general medicine and psychiatry. Psychologists hold doctorate degrees in psychology, focusing on interventions such as therapy/counseling, behavioral interventions, psychological assessments, and more. While both professional types work to improve mental health, their approaches and qualifications differ. Some patients can benefit from evaluation from both professions.

  • Psychiatrists are licensed medical doctors who specialize in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders, with expertise in medication as part of treatment. They have completed medical school and a residency in psychiatry. Therapists and counselors, on the other hand, typically hold master's degrees in fields like psychology, counseling, or social work and focus on providing talk therapy and support to help individuals manage emotional and behavioral issues.

  • Dr. Ho is a psychiatrist who focuses on diagnosis, medication management and other integrative medicine approaches. At this time, Dr. Ho offers CBT-I (cognitive behavior therapy for insomnia). He does incorporate select principles from a variety of psychotherapy modalities into his appointments.

    If a specific modality of psychotherapy will be helpful for you, Dr. Ho will discuss with you if he recommends regular therapy sessions with another therapist/counselor/psychologist and he can assist you with referrals. If you or your child already has an established therapist, Dr. Ho is glad to collaborate with your therapist.