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Quote by Carl Whitaker

“Every marriage is a battle between two families struggling to reproduce themselves.”

Quote by Carl Whitaker

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Carl Whitaker, born in 1912 in the United States, was a renowned psychotherapist. His treatment methods emphasized individual differences and creativity, having a profound impact on the field of psychotherapy. more

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