Emma Porterfield PSY.D
Psychologist | Clinical Child & Adolescent
2555 CAMINO DEL RIO S SAN DIEGO CA, 92108About
Dr. Emma Porterfield is a psychologist practicing in SAN DIEGO, CA. Dr. Porterfield specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Porterfield evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Porterfield 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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