Dr. Jocelyn Levitan PH.D.
Psychologist
505 W Sierra Madre Blvd Sierra Madre CA, 91024About
Dr. Jocelyn Levitan is a psychologist practicing in Sierra Madre, CA. Dr. Levitan specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Levitan evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Levitan because they have been experiencing depression, anxiety, stress or anger for a significant period of time and are seeking help. Psychologists may perform a variety of exams and assessments to diagnose a mental condition.
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