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Oct 2019
27m 5s

Psychotherapy pioneers: Esther Perel and...

Bbc World Service
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While therapy was once considered the reserve of the rich, it's now part of many people's lives as they deal with trauma, relationship breakdown, and behavioural problems. But it remains relatively exclusive and incredibly private. Kim Chakanetsa is joined by Susie Orbach and Esther Perel, who are both trying to demystify the process without compromising con ... Show More
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