Elisabeth Geleerd
Psychoanalyst with impactful theories
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Died
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Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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Born in the Netherlands and later moved to the United States, a significant figure in psychoanalysis. Contributed to the field through numerous publications and clinical practices, focusing on psychological theories and therapeutic approaches. Published influential works that explored the depths of the human psyche and the intricacies of emotional well-being. Engaged with various psychoanalytic institutions, advancing the discourse on mental health. Left a legacy in the study of psychoanalysis that continues to influence therapists and scholars.
Published key psychoanalytic theories
Advanced clinical practices in psychology
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