Dr. Shirley Matthews PHD
Psychologist | Counseling
4 W South Orange Ave Third Floor South Orange NJ, 07079Rating
5/5
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Shirley Matthews is a psychologist practicing in South Orange, NJ. Shirley specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Shirley evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Shirley 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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