Care Structure & Treatment Pathway
Care here follows a structured, system-level healing pathway guided by clinical judgment and your body’s response over time.
The phases below are typically reviewed after an initial period of care and are not required for every patient.
The following framework explains how care may unfold over time based on your response and clinical evaluation.​​​​
Entry Phase
Comprehensive Clinical Evaluation & Therapeutic Treatment
What This Visit Includes
A comprehensive evaluation combined with active therapeutic treatment.
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Comprehensive, system-level clinical evaluation
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Physician-guided therapeutic treatment during the visit
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Real-time observation of the body’s response
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Clinical determination of the appropriate healing direction
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Focus
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Identifying underlying system patterns rather than isolated symptoms
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Delivering treatment while evaluating system responsiveness
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Establishing a clear and individualized care pathway
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Timeframe
• 1–2 visits (as clinically indicated)
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Investment
$180 per visit
This visit serves as both an evaluation and an active therapeutic treatment.
Phase 2
Foundational System Regulation Phase
What This Phase Does
Initiates active healing by guiding the body out of compensatory patterns and into a stable, regulated state.
This phase focuses on restoring internal order so the system can respond consistently to care.
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Focus
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Correcting core system-level imbalances
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Reducing internal resistance and compensatory patterns
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Establishing consistent physiological regulation
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Preparing the body for deeper, long-term restoration when needed
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Timeframe
Determined based on individual response and clinical assessment
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Investment
Structured phase-level care, introduced only when clinically indicated.
Not selected at the first visit; considered only after initial clinical evaluation.
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Progression is guided by clinical judgment and system response.
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Phase 3
Comprehensive Transformative Care
What This Phase Does
Supports deeper restoration as the body transitions from partial stabilization into long-term regulation, resilience, and internal balance.
This phase is designed for sustained, whole-system healing when clinically appropriate.
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Focus
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Whole-body regulation and system integration
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Strengthening organ system coordination and resilience
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Supporting long-term physiological stability
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Consolidating healing gains and preventing relapse
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Timeframe:
Determined through ongoing clinical assessment over time
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Investment:
Customized long-term care for complex or longstanding conditions.
The structure, duration, and level of care are determined based on clinical response and are not required for every patient.
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Not every case requires progression into this phase.
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Not all patients will require progression through every phase.
Progress is guided by clinical judgment, pacing, and individual system response.
Care Details
For those who would like a deeper understanding
▸What Happens During the Entry Phase The Entry Phase is designed to establish clinical clarity and direction. The initial visit is not a consultation-only appointment. It includes both comprehensive clinical evaluation and active treatment. During this visit, Dr. Yang takes the time to gain a full-picture understanding of your health, including: •complete health history and overall symptom patterns •the nature and progression of current concerns •overall system regulation and immune resilience •emotional and psychological state •lifestyle factors such as sleep, diet, activity, and stress •how different systems in the body may be interacting Based on this evaluation, treatment is provided during the same visit. This allows Dr. Yang to observe how your system responds in real time. The primary therapeutic tool used during the Entry Phase is acupuncture, as it allows direct interaction with system regulation and response. When clinically appropriate, other methods may also be integrated, including: •customized herbal assessment •moxibustion •ear acupuncture •Gua Sha or cupping therapy •additional supportive techniques Methods are selected based on your current system needs, not as a fixed or predetermined protocol. The purpose of the Entry Phase is to understand: •how your system responds under correction •the general depth and complexity of imbalance •whether structured, system-level healing is appropriate This phase establishes direction, but it does not yet represent full system activation.
▸ What Phase 2 Focuses On Phase 2 builds upon the clarity established during the Entry Phase. At this stage, Dr. Yang guides the system along the identified direction and supports it with sufficient consistency to allow meaningful response, reorganization, and stabilization. For long-standing or complex conditions, this phase allows the body to move out of compensation and begin restoring more stable internal regulation. During Phase 2, care is directed toward: • correcting system-level imbalance • restoring regulatory coherence • reducing internal compensation and resistance • observing how the system begins to stabilize under consistent support This phase represents the true initiation of active, system-level healing. Progress is guided by how the system responds over time, rather than by a fixed visit schedule or external timeline. At times, the system may require more integration between visits before additional clinical sessions are appropriate.
▸ What Comprehensive Care Means in This Clinic (Applicable to Phase 2 and Phase 3) Comprehensive care in this clinic is not defined by a checklist of services or a standardized treatment protocol. It is defined by ongoing clinical responsibility and continuous system-level assessment over time. Rather than following preset formulas, care evolves based on: • how the system responds at each stage • how regulation changes over time • what the body is ready to receive and integrate Depending on individual condition, stage, and response, care may involve a combination of the following: System-Level Regulation Acupuncture and related methods are applied as regulatory tools, not symptom-focused techniques. The clinical focus may shift over time to support communication between systems, balance, and long-term stability. Customized Herbal Support (When Clinically Indicated) Herbal medicine may be integrated based on system patterns, tolerance, stage of healing, and observed response. Not every individual requires herbal support. When used, formulas are adjusted as the system changes. Supportive Clinical Methods Additional techniques may be introduced to support regulation, circulation, tissue recovery, or nervous system stability —selected based on clinical need, not as routine add-ons. Ongoing Clinical Assessment & Adjustment Care is continuously refined based on real-time system response, patterns of stabilization, and readiness for progression or consolidation. Comprehensive care is defined not by how many methods are used, but by when, why, and how they are applied.
▸ How Phase 3 Supports Long-Term Restoration When the system demonstrates a clear and stable response during the Foundational healing Phase, care progresses into Phase 3. Phase 3 focuses on guiding the body out of long-standing distortion and system-wide chaos, and restoring it toward balance, coherence, and harmony. At this stage, Dr. Yang works from a clear understanding of what a person’s most natural, stable, and healthy state looks like — much like a master sculptor who can see the final form before the work begins. Depending on individual needs, Phase 3 may support gradual improvements such as: •stronger overall system resilience and immune regulation •reduced systemic inflammation and internal congestion •improved organ function and internal communication •release of long-standing stagnation or compensation •symptoms becoming less frequent, less intense, or resolving •more stable and restorative sleep •improved digestion, energy, and vitality •greater emotional balance and mental clarity The pace of healing varies from person to person and is shaped by multiple factors, including age, duration of illness, and overall system resilience. Healing at this stage occurs by supporting the body’s own capacity to regulate, repair, and restore.
▸ Maintenance & Long-Term Stability After completing comprehensive system-level care, many individuals reach a level of stability where only periodic follow-up care is needed to maintain balance, resilience, and overall system health. Maintenance care focuses on: • rebalancing and fine-tuning regulation • supporting immune strength and vitality • maintaining long-term system stability These sessions are not intended to evaluate new conditions or to address unresolved, complex, or evolving patterns. When new or significant issues arise, patients may be guided back into the appropriate clinical phase to ensure proper assessment and care.
Is This the Right Fit?
This approach is best suited for individuals who recognize that meaningful healing involves more than short-term solutions.
It is designed for those who value clinical judgment, are open to a structured, system-level process, and understand that healing unfolds over time rather than in a single visit.
If this perspective aligns with how you think about health, the next step is to begin with the Entry Phase.
If you are already feeling stable and are seeking ongoing support, you may also review our