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John Pierrakos
John Pierrakos

John Pierrakos (February 8, 1921 – February 1, 2001) was a Greek-American psychiatrist and psychotherapist. He co-founded Bioenergetic Analysis with Alexander Lowen, a therapeutic approach that integrates body work with psychological healing. Born in Athens, Greece, he later moved to the United States, where he practiced and taught in New York City. His work emphasized the role of energy flow and physical expression in mental health. He authored several books and trained numerous therapists worldwide, leaving a lasting impact on body-oriented psychotherapy. more

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