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John A. Sanford
John A. Sanford

John A. Sanford was a renowned psychoanalyst, born on July 26, 1929, and passed away on October 17, 2005. He made significant contributions to the field of psychoanalysis with his in-depth research and extensive clinical experience in psychological therapy and mental health. more

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