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Feb 2024
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318: Healing Perinatal Trauma Through Ps...

Katayune Kaeni, Psy.D., PMH-C
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My guest today is doing important work with perinatal mental health through psychodynamic and somatic therapy. There is a great need for this therapeutic modality to be available to people who need it and for more training to be accessible to care providers. Join us to learn more! Dr. Helena Vissing is a licensed psychologist certified in perinatal mental he ... Show More
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