"My role can be difficult. But it’s also very helpful that I work as part of an experienced team and we work together to help the patient."
From a young age, Carolyn has always been interested in being a psychotherapist so that she can help people with mental health illnesses.
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My role can be difficult as I hear about the traumatic and distressing parts of people’s lives.