American psychotherapist (1916–1988)
Virginia Satir
Virginia Satir was an American author, clinical social worker and psychotherapist, recognized for her approach to family therapy.
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- Profession
- American psychotherapist (1916–1988)
- Born
- 1916-06-26
Overview
Virginia Satir was an American author, clinical social worker and psychotherapist, recognized for her approach to family therapy. Her pioneering work in the field of family reconstruction therapy honored her with the title "Mother of Family Therapy". Her best known books are Conjoint Family Therapy, 1964, Peoplemaking, 1972, and The New Peoplemaking, 1988.
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