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In The Naked Therapist, the author shares her memoir chronicling her transformative journey from a child-woman to a well-traveled crone over thirty years as a marriage and family therapist. Her narrative intertwines personal and professional experiences, revealing the profound impact of her mother's addiction and subsequent suicide on her life. The author candidly shares her struggles with anorexia, depression, and the challenges of single motherhood, all while navigating her career. Guided by her imaginary companions, ""The Crones,"" she confronts her self-deceptions and embraces the reality of her existence. The memoir explores her tumultuous relationships, her quest for faith, and her battle with alcoholism during graduate school. Each story is infused with humor and compassion, encouraging readers to reflect on their own neglected aspects. The Naked Therapist is more than a recounting of hardships; it celebrates resilience and the healing power of vulnerability. The author's transparency about her affairs, her longing for belonging, and her path to self-acceptance resonates deeply, inviting readers to confront their own shadows. This memoir serves as a source of inspiration, illuminating the journey toward embracing the orphaned parts within us all, fostering a sense of hope and connection. Through her experiences, the author encourages readers to find strength in their vulnerabilities and to love the fragmented pieces of themselves.

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Kimball Converse Pier is a depth psychologist and a practicing therapist with thirty years of experience. After dropping out of high school following her mother's suicide, she attended Sierra Community College in 1976, competing on the first women's cross-country team. Kimball went on to become a professional distance runner and competed in the 1984, 1988, and 1992 Women's Olympic Marathon Trials. Kimball ran as a nationally ranked distance runner and was selected to represent the United States in international competitions. Kimball earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Washington in 1995 and her master's in marriage and family therapy from Seattle Pacific University in 1997. She returned to California in 2005, working in community mental health. After completing her doctorate in depth psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute in 2013, she now lives near Lake Tahoe with her husband Jon and their two Dachshunds. Kimball has two grown children and two grandchildren. Her first book, ""Killing Penelope - A Daughter's Memoir of Failed Rescues,"" was published in 2017.

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