Dr. Karen Shawn Makoff PHD
Psychologist | Clinical Child & Adolescent
12304 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 203 LOS ANGELES CA, 90025About
Dr. Karen Makoff is a psychologist practicing in LOS ANGELES, CA. Dr. Makoff specializes in the treatment of mental health problems, and helps people to cope with their mental illnesses. As a psychologist, Dr. Makoff evaluates and treats patients through a variety of methods, most typically being psychotherapy or talk therapy. Patients usually visit Dr. Makoff 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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