Dr. Melissa Shanahan PSYD
Psychologist
1000 Johnson Ferry Road Northside Hospital Atlanta GA, 30342About
Dr. Melissa Shanahan is a psychologist practicing in Atlanta, GA. Dr. Shanahan specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Shanahan evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Shanahan 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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