Dr. Ellen Marie Dontigney PH.D.
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11947 WIDE HOLLOW RD YAKIMA WA, 98908About
Ellen Dontigney is a psychologist practicing in YAKIMA, WA. Ellen specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Ellen evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Ellen 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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