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Sep 2022

1h 16m

119. Patreon Selects: The Intersections ...

Ben Fineman and Caroline Wiita

About this episode

Dr. Sally Gibbons is an Oxford-educated philosopher, professor of bioethics and philosophy at UCLA, and licensed professional clinical counselor. We discuss her academic background, what inspired her transition to a career in mental health, and how philosophical thinking informs her humility and curiosity with clients. We also explore the intersections between philosophy and psychotherapy and how this relates to questions about what it means to be a human being and what we owe each other. Plus, Dr. Gibbons shares her own experience of very bad solution-focused brief therapy.

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Introduction: 0:00 – 13:08

Part One: 13:08 – 1:11:38

Part Two: 1:11:38 – 1:16:26

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