Pediatric and Family Behavioral Health PFBH

08/31/2026

When depression no longer defines your days, even the simplest moments can feel meaningful again. 💜

NeuroStar Advanced Therapy offers a non-drug, non-invasive treatment option for people with depression who haven't found relief with medication. If you're looking for a different approach, NeuroStar may be able to help.

Schedule a consultation to learn more about NeuroStar TMS therapy.

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08/24/2026

What exactly is TMS? 🤔​

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) is a non-drug, non-invasive treatment that uses targeted magnetic pulses to stimulate areas of the brain involved in mood regulation.*​

Treatment takes place right in a doctor's office, requires no anesthesia, and patients can return to their normal daily activities afterward.​

If antidepressants haven't provided the relief you were hoping for, NeuroStar TMS may be an option worth exploring. 💜​Schedule a consultation to learn more.

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* Post A, et al. (2001). J Psychiatric Research, 35:193-215.​
Liston C, et al. (2014). Biol Psychiatry, 75(7);517-526.

08/17/2026

For years, Joyce's depression with anxiety kept her mind in overdrive. Racing thoughts and sleepless nights became her normal, making it difficult to enjoy the things she loved.​

A few weeks into NeuroStar TMS therapy, her husband noticed something different - a lighter mood and signs that Joyce was beginning to feel more like herself again.​

Now, she's spending more time outdoors, caring for her flowers, and embracing a more active lifestyle. It's the little moments that mean the most. 💜🌷​

Schedule a consultation to learn more about NeuroStar TMS therapy.

08/10/2026

Young people today face growing mental health challenges, and depression remains one of the most common.​

This International Youth Day, we're raising awareness about treatment options for adolescents living with major depressive disorder.​

For adolescents ages 15–21 who continue to experience depression symptoms, NeuroStar® Advanced Therapy is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive adjunct treatment option. Clinical data show meaningful improvement and remission rates in adolescents treated with NeuroStar.*​

Awareness can lead to conversations. Conversations can lead to support. And support can make all the difference. 💜​

Schedule a consultation to learn more about NeuroStar TMS therapy.



*1. FDA Clearance K231926 The outcomes reported represent the subset of study patients for which the CGI-S data was reported before and after an acute course of NeuroStar TMS. Patients aged 12 to 21 (average 19.2 ‡ 1.5) were treated under real-world conditions where patients may have been prescribed concomitant depression treatments including medications. "Measurable relief" was defined as a CGI-S score ≤3 and "complete remission" was defined as a CGI-S score ≤2 at the end of treatment.

08/03/2026

Nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults report feeling lonely,* and while loneliness and depression are not the same, they are often connected**. If you've noticed persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed, changes in sleep, difficulty concentrating, or withdrawing from loved ones, schedule a consultation to learn more about NeuroStar TMS therapy.

For adults with depression who haven't found relief from antidepressant medication, NeuroStar TMS is an FDA-cleared, non-drug treatment option that may help.​

This Loneliness Awareness Week, check in with yourself, reach out to someone you care about, and remember that support is available. 💜​

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*Source: NAMI: Americans Battle Stress & Loneliness in the Digital Age​
**Source: U.S. Surgeon General Advisory: Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation

07/06/2026

☀️Summer can be more than a break from school - it can be an opportunity to prioritize mental health.

For adolescents struggling with depression, NeuroStar TMS offers an FDA-cleared adjunct treatment option for ages 15–21.

With sessions as short as 19 minutes, no recovery time, and the ability to return to normal activities immediately after treatment, summer may be a great time to explore treatment before the next school year begins. 💜

Schedule a consultation to learn more about NeuroStar TMS therapy.



*National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) – Major Depression
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/major-depression

07/02/2026

We are excited to welcome Raymond “Ray” Castillo, LMFT-S, as the new Regional Clinical Director for Pediatric & Family Behavioral Health.

Ray brings a strong clinical and leadership background to PFBH, with years of experience serving individuals, couples, families, and adolescents across outpatient and higher levels of care. He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, an approved clinical supervisor, and a thoughtful leader who understands the importance of building programs that are clinically strong, patient-centered, and deeply connected to the needs of the community.

On a personal note, I have known Ray for the past three years, and during that time our professional relationship has grown through many conversations about the future of mental health care. We have often viewed this work through a similar lens: that mental health care should be compassionate, accessible, collaborative, and built around the real needs of patients and families.

The fact that we now get to put into action the projects we have dreamed about and discussed for years is truly a dream come true.

Ray will play an important role in helping lead PFBH’s therapy-related initiatives, supporting clinical growth, strengthening our team, and helping develop future programs that expand access to meaningful care across our community.

Please join us in welcoming Ray Castillo to PFBH. We are grateful to have him on the team and excited for what is ahead.

04/16/2026

Heart conditions don’t just impact the body, they can deeply affect mental health as well. Yet many psychiatric practices hesitate to treat patients with complex medical conditions like cardiac disease.

At Pediatric and Family Behavioral Health, we take a different approach.

Dr. Javier Santos Cubiña, a triple board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in treating patients with co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions, leads our commitment to whole-person care. Our team is specifically trained to safely and effectively support individuals living with heart conditions, addressing anxiety, depression, and emotional stress alongside their medical care.

We believe patients shouldn’t have to choose between managing their physical health and receiving quality mental health support.

Learn more in our latest blog post.

For many individuals, a heart diagnosis doesn’t just affect physical health, it changes how they think, feel, and live day by day. A new diagnosis, hospitalization, or chronic cardiovascular illness can bring fear, uncertainty, and significant adjustments in life. At Pediatric and Family Behaviora...

04/10/2026

April is Autism Awareness Month! What we see as "behavior" is often communication. When we take time to understand it, everything changes! Save this as a reminder that reframing creates space for deeper connecion. 💚💙

04/03/2026

💚💙 April is Autism Awareness Month! Remember that you are your child's safe place. When they feel overwhelmed, small shifts in the environment can make a big difference. Regulation isn’t taught in the calm moments alone, it’s built through support in the hard ones. We're here to support you, too!