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Dr. Samantha Harfenist PSYD
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1400 VFW PKWY WEST ROXBURY MA, 02132About
Dr. Samantha Harfenist is a psychologist practicing in WEST ROXBURY, MA. Dr. Harfenist specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Harfenist evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Harfenist 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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Nearby Providers
- Dr. Rebecca M Weksner PSYD, LP, LEP, NCSP221 Rivermoor St West Roxbury MA 02132
- Dr. Eleanor Beth Karp PH.D.372 Weld St West Roxbury MA 02132
- Jordan Levy PH.D.540 Vfw Pkwy West Roxbury MA 02132
- Dr. Robert Lichtenstein PH.D.221 Rivermoor St West Roxbury MA 02132
- Aparna Arjunan PH.D.2020 Centre St West Roxbury MA 02132
- Sara Carabbio540 VFW PKWY WEST ROXBURY MA 02132
Nearest Hospitals
BRIGHAM AND WOMEN'S FAULKNER HOSPITALl
1153 CENTRE STREET BOSTON MA 2130