Dr. Magna Porterfield, GA Psychologist PSY001839, AL Psychologist 1971

Dr. Magna Porterfield is a licensed psychologist with three decades of experience who holds licenses in Georgia and Alabama - GA Psychologist PSY001839 and AL Psychologist 1971. She has worked in university settings as both a teacher and counselor, maintained a private practice, and shared her expertise through lectures and workshops while traveling to present her work.

Her clinical focus centers on unipolar depression - explicitly not bipolar disorder - and anxiety, along with helping people manage stress, regulate emotions, and navigate life changes. She brings particular attention to mood disorders, anger, self-esteem, grief, career concerns, and forgiveness as part of a broader approach to mental health. She does not provide treatment for eating disorders, addictions, relationship problems, or sexuality concerns.

Her style is warm yet straightforward and honest, combining kindness with clear expectations. She emphasizes present-focused work and active participation, encouraging clients to take practical steps during therapy rather than spending extensive time processing the distant past. Drawing on principles from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, she helps clients see how thoughts influence feelings and behavior, and she examines lifestyle factors such as diet, rest, and exercise as contributors to emotional well-being. She also incorporates positive psychology techniques to help people identify and build on their strengths.

Dr. Porterfield invites motivated individuals who are ready to engage actively in change to consider working with her, recognizing that progress often begins with a single committed step.