Jeff Fulkerson

As summer comes to a close, Oak Health Center is reflecting on the experiences that defined this season for our team, our patients, and our communities. With clinics in, Laguna Hills, Fullerton, Beverly Hills and South Pasadena

Blog Teenagers are known for being moody or withdrawn—but how do you know when it’s something more? Adolescence is a time of rapid change. Hormones, identity, academic pressure, social dynamics—it’s a lot to navigate. And while occasional emotional ups and downs are normal, some signs could point to a deeper mental health concern. At Oak

Blog It’s easy to brush off poor sleep as just a side effect of stress or a busy schedule. But when restless nights become the norm, your mental health takes a hit—and so does your ability to function. Sleep isn’t just a physical reset. It’s deeply intertwined with your emotional, cognitive, and psychological wellbeing. At

Blog Welcoming a new baby is supposed to be one of the happiest times in your life. But for many women, it’s also one of the most emotionally challenging. If you’ve recently given birth and feel overwhelmed, sad, or unlike yourself, you’re not alone—and you’re not failing. You may be experiencing postpartum depression, a common

Blog The way we access mental health care has changed. What used to require driving across town, waiting in a lobby, and sitting face-to-face with your provider can now be done from the comfort of your home. But is teletherapy as effective as in-person sessions? And how do you know which is right for your

Blog When depression doesn’t improve with medication or therapy alone, it’s easy to feel stuck—or even hopeless. But there’s another option that’s clinically proven and FDA-approved: Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS). At Oak Health Center, we offer non-invasive TMS treatment for individuals struggling with persistent depression that hasn’t responded to traditional care. What Is TMS Therapy?

Blog Mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all. What you believe, how you were raised, and the language you use to express emotions are deeply shaped by your culture. So why should your mental healthcare ignore that? At Oak Health Center, we believe that true healing happens when you feel seen, heard, and understood—not just clinically, but culturally.

Blog It’s not just “kids being kids.” If your child has trouble sitting still, constantly interrupts, or seems to be in their own world, you may be wondering: Is this normal—or is it something more? At Oak Health Center, we know how overwhelming it can be to navigate behavior challenges, especially when you’re not sure

Blog Anxiety isn’t always obvious. It doesn’t have to involve a panic attack or a racing heart. In fact, many people live with high-functioning anxiety—where on the outside, they seem fine, but inside, they’re constantly on edge. At Oak Health Center, we often hear patients say, “I didn’t think I had anxiety because I’m still