Summer Dawn McDonald, M.S., Physical Therapist
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Summer Dawn McDonald, M.S.

Psychologist

3300 Ne Expressway Bldg 8 Suite E Atlanta GA, 30341
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Dr. Summer McDonald is a psychologist practicing in ATLANTA, GA. Dr. McDonald specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. McDonald evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. McDonald 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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Summer Dawn McDonald, M.S.
Summer Dawn McDonald, M.S.'s Expert Contributions
  • When is it advised to see a doctor for depression?

    Depressive symptoms can be tricky at times. They can be long lasting or more short-term. They can come in spurts or last for weeks or months or even years. You may be experiencing them from something with a fairly simple solution such as changing professions or scenery, or the cause(s) could be something deeper and more complex. It sounds like you have recognized that there's something going on and it's negatively affecting your health, so I would say you've already taken the first step for seeking help by researching and asking questions. At this point in time, I don't believe you have to force yourself to see a professional so much as encourage yourself to take that second step. Think of it more as walking down a path rather than taking a leap. You're able to do it at your pace and explore any forks you see, but you should always be aware of how your path is making you feel. If it's negatively affecting you, my advice is to find someone. If you feel you aren't ready, then take a little more time, but always be honest to yourself about how you're feeling and how much help you need. READ MORE

  • My brother has an habit of eating ice cubes. Is it normal?

    Hi there, It is completely normal for someone to eat ice cubes. Many people enjoy the sound and sensation of the crunch and find it to be relaxing or soothing, similar to the soap cutting ASMR videos that have been trending on Facebook. If it starts adversely affecting his teeth or mouth, then it may become a problem that would likely need to be addressed by a dentist or orthodontist. Otherwise, it is a totally common habit to have. READ MORE

Expert Publications

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Professional Society Memberships

  • American Psychological Association

Articles and Publications

  • Her thesis was published.

What do you attribute your success to?

  • She found the profession to be very interesting when she was younger. She is open-minded and non-judgmental. Summer listens carefully to what her clients say and accommodates them as much as possible so they are comfortable opening up to her.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Singing, reading, doing art, and horseback riding

Summer Dawn McDonald, M.S.'s Practice location

1145 ZONOLITE RD NE -
ATLANTA, GA 30306
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New patients: 770-842-1418

Katherine Edwards

3300 Ne Expressway Bldg 8 Suite E -
Atlanta, GA 30341
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