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Jun 2022
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How do I know if my therapist is the rig...

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Are you struggling to find the right therapist? How do you know if your therapist is right for you? Here are five things to keep in mind as you seek therapy.

Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.

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