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Dr. Cheryl MacDonald, PSY.D

Dr. Cheryl MacDonald, PSY.D

Psychology

Dr. Cheryl MacDonald, PSY.D is a psychologist in San Marcos, CA. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

1.3 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 1.3 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

277 Rancheros Dr Ste 301 San Marcos, CA 92069
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(855) 501-1004

Biography

"Cheryl MacDonald is a licensed psychologist who treats ages 18 and up. She is accepting new patients."

- Dr. Cheryl MacDonald, PSY.D

At a Glance

  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. MacDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. MacDonald

1.3
7 ratings, 7 with a written review
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Good, uncaring. Unapologetically late to meeting . Wanted me to see a psychiatrist and be put on drugs before she would talk to me
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Regina C – Oct 01, 2022
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This person will in no way help you with any psychiatric issues. She does not offer psychiatric therapy. Instead she insults you before she even gets to know you, or understand why you are there. Many people make vocational errors. I sincerely hope this person retires soon as she is a danger to those in need of psychiatric help.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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A Former PCSD Patient – Jan 23, 2020
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I had a horrible experience as well. I left her office in tears. She made assumptions, didn’t let me finish my sentences and didn’t not respond well when I started crying. This was just the initial visit too. I’ve never had such a horrible experience with a therapist.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
10 others found this helpful
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Dec 21, 2019
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TERRIBLE! This doctor is very hostile & should not be in this line of business. I do not know how her license has not been suspended yet. Scary.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Concerned – Jul 20, 2019
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I went in because I have been in chronic pain for 18+ years. She never asked about my medical records. All she did was tell me to go and get off pain meds. She did not even give me enough time to talk about my issues, she was late and then still only gave me 30 minutes of her precious time. I came out more depressed then when I went in. What a waste of time!
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
9 others found this helpful
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Oct 25, 2018
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I completely agree with the comment above. Dr. MacDonald was very rude and not helpful at all. I would never recommend anyone be seen by this woman.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Sep 29, 2018
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Horribly harsh and rude
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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CA – Sep 07, 2018
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About Me

biography

Cheryl MacDonald is a licensed psychologist who treats ages 18 and up. She is accepting new patients.

  • Psychology

Focus on Depression

Locations

Practice

Office277 Rancheros Dr Ste 301 San Marcos, CA 92069
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