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Ohio

Chagrin Falls

Leslie J. Jevnikar, Ph.D., LPCC
Family Center by the Falls

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy and therapy groups for children and adolescents with trichotillomania and skin picking.

8401Chagrin Rd., #14B
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
440-543-3400

Fairlawn

Gabrielle Faggella, MSSA, LISW-S
Palladium Counseling Group

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy for children, adolescents and adults with trichotillomania and skin picking.

3094 W. Market St., Ste. 110
Fairlawn, OH 44333
330-836-8370

Independence & Rocky River

Mike Miller, Ph.D.

Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute
Offers individual cognitive behavioral therapy for people of all ages with trichotillomania and/or chronic skin picking.  Most insurances accepted.  Evening appointments available.

6133 Rockside, Suite 207
Independence, OH 44131
and 20525 Center Ridge Rd. #615
Rocky River, OH 44116
216-520-5969
email: drmike@drmikemiller.com
website: http://drmikemiller.com

Rocky River

Karen M. Tomoff, LPCC, LICDC, MT-BC

Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute
Treatment provided for people of all ages who suffer with trichotillomania, skin picking and related BFRBs, through Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior Therapies, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Gestalt. Treatment is a collaborative and creative process to increase recovery and regain quality of life.  Also addresses parenting skills and Remap-meridian tapping. Group therapy available for adults, teens, and parents. 
Evening and Saturday appointments available, accepts some insurance plans.

20525 Center Ridge Rd. #615
Rocky River, OH 44116
440-781-7484
email: karen@rivercare1.com

Solon

Kathleen Laing, Ph.D.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute
Cleveland Clinic

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy for children, adolescents and adults with trichotillomania.

29800 Bainbridge Rd.
Solon, OH 44139
440-519-3019

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Oregon

Portland

Danielle Lieb-Foley, MFT, ATR
Portland OCD & Anxiety Center

Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy, Habit Reversal Training, and relaxation techniques in both individual and group therapy settings to hair-pullers and skin-pickers. Also specializes in the treatment of OCD, OC Spectrum, and Anxiety Disorders. Treats all ages.

For information on therapeutic/support groups, click on this link: Lieb-Foley support groups

1020 Southwest Taylor Street, Ste. 345
Portland, OR 97205
503-704-6101
email: danielle@portlandocd.com
website: http://www.portlandocd.com

Robert McLellarn, Ph.D.
Anxiety & Panic Treatment Center
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

The Anxiety and Panic Treatment Center treats the entire spectrum of anxiety disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and OCD spectrum disorders, including the Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) such as trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking.  The Center is now also offering a weekly treatment group just for BFRB sufferers.

5440 SW Westgate Dr., #175
Portland, OR 97221
971-645-0033
email: mclellarn@anxiety-treatments.com
website: http://www.anxiety-treatments.com

Dale Norma Oller, M.D.

Offers medications and cognitive-behavioral therapy for people ages 8 to adulthood with trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking. 

5319 SW Westgate Dr., #131
Portland, OR 97221
503-203-1777

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Pennsylvania

Cranberry Township

Monica L. Weidenhamer, M.D., MSW

Dr. Weidenhamer is a behavioral pediatrician and cognitive behavioral therapist.  Treats all ages, for trichotillomania and skin picking.  Many insurances accepted.

8050 Rowan Rd., Suite 302
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
724-553-5226

Erie

Geraldine L. Marz, LCP
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy to children with trichotillomania and/or compulsive skin picking.  Specializes in Dual Diagnosis, works primarily in residential settings and in community based mental health clinics and schools.  Primary population served includes those individuals with mental retardation comorbid with other mental health concerns in residential settings.

3505 Chapin Street
Erie, PA  16508
814-397-3258

Exton

Sheri G. White, Psy.D., P.C.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Dr. White has been in practice in Exton for 25 years providing an eclectic treatment approach for a variety of life circumstances and mental disorders. Offers cognitive behavioral therapy, emphasizing the development of coping skills which can be applied to many life issues--habits, stress, life changes/transitions, chronic illnesses.  Treats trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking in all ages. Also offers family therapy.

430 Exton Commons
Exton, PA 19341
610-363-2268
email: sgwhitepsyd@earthlink.net

McMurray (near Pittsburgh, PA)

Joan Kaylor, MSEd, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor, LLC

Specializes in Trichotillomania and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders. Helping children and adults with trichotillomania and skin picking since 1994. Started first support group in Pittsburgh for trich and OCD in 1989.

As a former puller, Joan teaches cognitive-behavioral therapy, energy psychology and interactive therapy for adults and young people who are struggling with hair pulling and skin picking. Joan creates a treatment plan specific to each person's needs. Joan keeps you focused on your goals by offering "texting for trich" where Joan and client have daily interaction through texting on practicing strategies. Please see video at www.helpforhairpulling.com.  Visit Joan's web site at www.JoanKaylor.com.

157 Waterdam Road, Suite 260
McMurray, Pennsylvania,
south hills of Pittsburgh.
724-942-5477
email: JoanKaylor@hotmail.com
website: www.joankaylor.com/

Philadelphia

Martin Franklin, PhD
TLC Scientific Advisory Board Member

Child/Adolescent OCD, Tics, Trichotillomania and Anxiety Group (The COTTAGe), Director

We have a number of therapists offering cognitive-behavioral and behavioral treatment to children, adolescents and adults with trichotillomania, tics, OCD and other anxiety disorders.

3535 Market St., 6th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19104
215-746-3327
website: http://www.med.upenn.edu/cottage
contact: Kristin Benavides, kben@mail.med.upenn.edu

Pittsburgh

Charles Berlin, M.D.

Many years of experience treating adults with trichotillomania and obsessive compulsive disorder. Cognitive behavioral therapy adapted to each individual's situation, with more exploratory treatment and/or medication when helpful.

4615 Fifth Avenue, Suite 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
412-682-1259
website: http://www.charlesberlin.com

Pittsburgh

Christine M. Larson, Ph.D.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy and emotion-focused therapy for hair pullers and skin pickers of all ages.  Dr. Larson takes an individualized and integrative approach to treatment, focusing on creating balance in life.  In addition to psychotherapy, she provides consultation, assessment and collaborative goal development--planning for success.  Please see website for more information.

401 Shady Ave., Ste. A104
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
412-519-9549
email: cml@christinemlarsonphd.com
website: www.ChristineMLarsonPhD.com

Richboro

Luisa S. Horn
Alpha Therapeutic Counseling, Inc.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Offers individual therapy for treatment of trichotillomania and skin picking.  Services are designed to help individuals (and sometime their families) to learn more about their condition, overcome shame, and feel supported as they explore strategies and regain confidence. 
Group therapy for adolescents also available, for more info click on this link: Luisa S. Horn Group Therapy.

696 Second St. Pike, Ste. 201
Richboro, PA 18954
267-575-0632

Rosemont

Sally Allen, M.S.Ed.
Judith Kolman, Ph.D.
Rosemont Counseling Associates

Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy and therapy groups for trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking. Can refer for medication.  All ages welcome.  Especially sensitive to shame and self-degradation, they help people to see themselves as terrific, regardless of their picking or pulling.  Focus is on the whole person, using a variety of approaches as needed.

Professionally led support group: meets every other Wednesday 6:30 to 8:00.

1062 Lancaster Ave., #9
Rosemont, PA 19010
610-525-1510
website: http://www.rosemontcounseling.com

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Rhode Island

Providence

Tonya Maselli McConnell, L.I.C.S.W.

Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute
Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy, group therapy and Habit Reversal Training to adolescent and adult hair pullers and skin pickers.  Most major insurances accepted.  Evening and weekend appointments available.

261 Wickenden Street
Providence, RI 02903
401-861-9200
email: tonyamsw@gmail.com

Providence

Deborah Sepinwall, Ph.D.
Providence Psychology Services

Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute
Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy and habit-reversal training to adult hair pullers and skin pickers.   Treats all manners of compulsive disorders--skin picking, trichtillomania, nail biting, finger chewing, overeating and overspending.  Also treats anxiety and depression. Accepts Blue Cross/ Blue Shield and offers evening appointments.

245 Waterman St., #202
Providence, RI 02906
401-273-3322
email: deborahsepinwall@hotmail.com
website: www.providencepsychology.com
Link to Therapy Group information

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South Carolina

Dillon & Myrtle Beach

Jane M. Fortune, MA
Jane Fortune Counseling

Jane offers cognitive emotive behavioral therapy (CEBT), emphasizing the development of coping skills which can be applied to a number of life issues and circumstances. She treats trichotillomania and repetitive skin picking habits for people of all ages, using CEBT and Habit Reversal Training. Other related disorders treated include trauma, anxiety (panic disorder), depression, OCD, and phobias.  Accepts SC and NC Medicaid and most private insurances.

1409 Hwy 301N, Dillon SC 29536 and
4999 Carolina Forest Blvd. Ext., Myrtle Beach, SC 29579
843-506-0462
email : janefortune09@gmail.com
website: www.janefortunecounseling.com

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South Dakota

Rapid City

Rex Briggs, MSW
Graduate of TLC's Professional Training Institute

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy, group therapy and EMDR to adolescents and adults with trichotillomania and/or skin picking.

811 Columbus
Rapid City, SD 51701
605-343-4172
email: calm@rapidnet.com

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Tennessee

Brentwood

Cindy Johnson-Peden, MSSW, LCSW

Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy for children and adolescents with trichotillomania.  Individual and family therapy.

5034D Thoroughbred Lane
Brentwood, TN 37027
615-507-2082
email: cjohnson@bpgweb.com

Cordova

David Dia, Ph.D., LCSW, CCBT
Germantown Behavioral Health, LLC

Dr. Dia has been in practice for 15 years, specializing in the treatment of anxiety (panic, generalized anxiety, OCD, etc.) and related disorders such as trichotillomania, compulsive skin picking, compulsive hoarding and depression. Treatment offered for all ages.

284 German Oak Drive, Ste. 204
Cordova, TN 38018
901-581-6951
email: drdaviddia@me.com
website: www.drdaviddia.com

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Texas

Austin

Stacy Nakell, LCSW
Lotus Therapy

Offers a comprehensive, individualized approach, grounded in a psychodynamic/relational perspective, utilizing cognitive, behavioral, spiritual techniques to help the client understand/loosen her/his grip on body focused behaviors.

1012 E. 38 1/2 St
Austin, TX 78751
512-586-6862
email: stacy.nakell@gmail.com
website: http://www.lotustherapy.biz

Bedford

Mary Kathleen Norris, LPC
Answers for Anxiety Counseling

Mary Kathleen Norris, LPC, has specialized in the treatment of OCD, and OCD spectrum disorders, including trichotillomania, for over 15 years.  Cognitive behavioral therapy and therapy groups offered, as well as social skills training and study skills training for children.  Also offers family training for family of identified patient.  Can refer for medications.  Works with all ages.

2600 Tibbets Dr., Suite C
Bedford, TX 76022
817-237-9889
email: kathleen-norris@sbcglobal.net

Dallas

Jennifer Landon, LPC
Lifeworks

Offers assessments, individual and group therapy for trichotillomania and skin picking for ages 9 to adult.  Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Art Therapy, experientials.

2515 Cedar Springs Rd.
Dallas, TX 75201
214-357-4001
email: jenreedlandon@gmail.com
website: www.lifeworkscounseling.net

Denton

Judy DeKuehn, MEd, LPC, NCC
Fresh Perspectives Counseling

Judy DeKuehn specializes in the treatment of trichotillomania, body focused repetitive behaviors and OCD spectrum disorders.  Counseling approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy along with relaxation training.  Monthly support groups for both children and adults are offered.

501 S. Carroll Blvd., Ste. 122
Denton, TX 76201
940-380-1600
email: counseling@fpcounseling.com
website: www.freshperspectivescounseling.com

Houston

Aaron H. Fink, M.D.

Child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist. Uses a developmental biopsychosocial model. Provides comprehensive clinical assessments, medication management, and psychotherapy. Treats trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking, all ages.

4550 Post Oak Place, #320
Houston, TX 77027
713-622-5480
website: www.AaronHFinkMD.com

Houston

Ann M. Hodges, Psy.D.
Graduate of TLC's Professional Training Institute

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy for trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking.  Works with adolescents and adults.  Also works with depression and anxiety, as well as children and adolescents with ADHD spectrum disorders.  Twenty years of private practice experience.  Various insurance companies accepted.

950 Echo Lane
Houston, TX 77024
713-465-7280
email: amhodges@mindspring.com

Houston

Suzanne Mouton-Odum, Ph.D.
Member of TLC's Scientific Advisory Board

Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy to hair-pullers and skin-pickers of all ages.  Co-developer of StopPulling.com and StopPicking.com.

1011 Augusta, Suite 107
Houston, TX 77057
713-914-9944

Houston

Shelley Sekula Gibbs, M.D.
Bay Oaks Dermatology

Offers medication management for hair pullers and skin pickers of all ages. 

17300 El Camino Real, Ste. 103
Houston, TX 77058
281-480-7546
website: www.BayOaksDermatology.com

New Braunfels

Jay Jeter, LPC-S
River Bend Counseling

Full service therapy practice offering a comprehensive range of mental health services for individuals, families, couples and group counseling with offices in New Braunfels and Seguin, TX.  Clients include adults, adolescents and children. As practical, interactive and solution-focused therapists, their treatment approach provides support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing patterns. Many insurance plans are accepted, evening appointments offered.

New Braunfels, TX 78130
830-515-8480
email: jayjeter@safe-mail.net
website: www.RiverBend-Counseling.com

 

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Utah

Logan

Michael Twohig, Ph.D.

Specializes in treating trichotillomania and compulsive skin-picking, among other things, with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

435-797-8303
email: michael.twohig@usu.edu

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Virginia

Richmond

Robert Petry, Ph.D.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy, hypnosis and Hakomi Mind/Body Therapy to hair pullers and skin pickers of all ages.  Personalized programs are developed for each individual who attends treatment. The development of this plan is based on behavioral assessment, cognitive thought process, body messages, family system, issues of co-morbidity, fears, etc. Healing from the inside and outside, medical options, topical applications, nutrition and medication will be discussed.

6962 Forest Hill Avenue
Richmond, VA 23225
804-320-7738
website: www.TranceFormationNow.com
email: dr.petry@gmail.com

Gail M. Quick, Ph.D.
Dominion Behavioral Healthcare

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy for trichotillomania and skin picking, as well as anxiety disorders and OCD; treats all ages. Over 20 years of experience with cognitive behavioral therapy in the context of a warm, supportive relationship with clients.

2305 N. Parham Rd.
Richmond, VA 23229
804-270-1124

Elliott J. Spanier, M.D.

Dr. Spanier is an eclectic biopsychosocial psychiatrist who offers psychotherapy.  Also offers medication, cognitive behavioral therapy,  and interpersonal therapy.  Treats adolescents and adults.  Most commercial insurances accepted.

1000 Boulders Parkway, Suite 202
Richmond, VA 23225
804-320-7881
website: www.tuckerpsychiatric.com

Roanoke

Bruce A. Sellars, Psy.D.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute
Psychological Health Roanoke

Dr. Sellars has been a clinical psychologist for over 20 years, working with a range of adults for various stress-related problems, such as anxiety disorders and depression.   His professional training is with cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT), which has been the treatment of choice with many suffering from trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking. Psychological Health Roanoke is a group private practice with an excellent reputation. Adults--18 and older.  Several types of insurance reimbursement are accepted.

2727 Electric Rd. Suite 100
Roanoke, VA 24018
540-772-5140
website: http://www.psychhealthroanoke.com

Williamsburg

Edward H. Tiller, Ph.D.

Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy, including Habit Reversal Training, to hair-pullers and skin-pickers of all ages.  Multi-disciplinary practice, providing treatment for OCD, trichotillomania, and compulsive skin picking, and more.  Accepts all insurance except HMOs and Medicaid.

217 McLaws Circle, Ste. 2
Williamsburg, VA 23185
757-253-0371

Woodbridge

Wendy Radding, M.S.W.

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy for hair pullers and skin pickers of all ages.  Many insurances accepted; sliding scale fees offered.

4000 Genesee Pl., #109
Woodbridge, VA 22192
703-583-7504
email: wending@verizon.net

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Washington

Bellingham

Karen M. Aronoff, Psy.D., MBA

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy as part of a multi-modal approach for treatment of trichotillomania and dermatillomania.  Dr. Aronoff treats adults and adolescents seventeen and older.  She treats anxiety and related disorders and works with interpersonal stress in the workplace.  She can refer for medication and accepts most major medical insurance and credit cards.  Her office is between Seattle, Washington and Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.

1112 Eleventh St., Suite 301
Bellingham, WA 98225
360-715-1165
website: http://drkarenmaronoff.com

Issaquah

Lisa Shaw, Ph.D.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Offers comprehensive cognitive behavioral therapy for trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking.  Treatment includes Habit Reversal, impulse control, exposure and response prevention, and anxiety and stress management.  Treats all ages.

55 1st Place NW
Issaquah, WA 98027
425-681-3760
website: www.seattleanxietyocd.com

Kirkland

Hallie Condit, MSW, LICSW

Offers cognitive behavioral therapy using the Comprehensive Behavioral Model, including habit reversal training and exposure and response prevention, for adults with trichotillomania and/or skin picking.  Accepts most major insurance plans.

11415 NE 128th St., Suite 100
Kirkland, WA 98034
425-462-2799
email: condit-therapist@earthlink.net
website: www.eastsidecounselingservices.com

Seattle

Colin Dauria, M.D.
Anxiety & Stress Reduction Center of Seattle

Provides medication management, psychotherapy and exposure-based therapies for adults.  Works with body-focused repetitive behaviors such as trichotillomania and skin picking, as well as anxiety disorders and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.

1200 5th Ave., Suite 800
Seattle, WA 98101
206-374-0109
website: www.asrcseattle.com

Tina Lee, M.D.
Anxiety & Stress Reduction Center of Seattle

Offers primarily medication management, working in collaboration with cognitive-behavioral therapy-trained therapists.  Works with all ages, both hair pullers and skin pickers.

1200 5th Ave., Ste. 800
Seattle, WA 98101
206-374-0109
website: www.asrcseattle.com

Travis Osborne, Ph.D.
Anxiety & Stress Reduction Center of Seattle

Provides evidence-based treatment for hair pulling, skin picking and nail-biting for adolescents and adults, with focus on habit reversal training and cognitive-behavioral therapy.

1200 5th Ave., Suite 800
Seattle, WA 98101
206-374-0109
email: tosborne@ebtseattle.com
website: www.asrcseattle.com

Stacy Shaw Welch, Ph.D.
Anxiety & Stress Reduction Center of Seattle
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Treats hair-pullers and skin-pickers of all ages. Offers cognitive-behavioral therapy; Habit Reversal Training.

1200 5th Ave., Suite 800
Seattle, WA 98101
206-374-0109
website: www.asrcseattle.com

Lynn H. Cunningham, MSW, Ph.D.

Offers psychotherapy for teens and adults who suffer from trichotillomania. Psychotherapy can establish a working relationship that can increase self-awareness and the capacity for self-regulation.  Dr. Cunningham uses object relations therapy, a psychodynamic therapy that seeks to relieve suffering through a therapeutic relationship between two people.  As a candidate at the Northwestern Psychoanalytic Society, Dr. Cunningham can offer reduced fee psychoanalysis, a deeper form of therapy that can be helpful to people who suffer with trichotillomania.

2910 E. Madison St., Ste. 307
Seattle, WA 98112
206-370-1500
email: lynn@ljhc.net

David J. Kosins, Ph.D.
Graduate of the TLC Professional Training Institute

Provides treatment of trichotillomania, skin picking and other BFRBs in adults, using cognitive behavioral therapy.  Also provides a support group for those with BFRBs.

Licensed Psychologist since 1985. Graduate of TLC's 2004 Professional Training Institute.

318 W. Galer St., Suite 201
Seattle, WA 98119
206-285-0900
email: dkosins@u.washington.edu
website: http://www.davidkosins.com

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Wisconsin

Fond du Lac

Beth Rogers-Doll, PhD
Doll & Associates

Offers cognitive, behavioral and cognitive-behavioral therapies. Takes a thorough assessment of antecedents to pulling and picking (i.e. thoughts, environment, public, private, etc.). Assesses what functions are served by pulling/picking and works to teach clients what their high-risk scenarios are.  Also will refer to a psychiatrist in cases where medications seems a useful adjunct, or where a medication change may be in order.

40 Camelot Dr.
Fond du Lac, WI 54935
920-907-8201
email: brdoll@dollandassociates.com
website: http://www.dollandassociates.com

Milwaukee

Douglas Woods , PhD, TLC SAB Member

University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee Tic Disorder Specialty Clinic

Offers comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations, psychological evaluations and behavioral assessments.  Offers the latest research-supported, therapist-guided, nonpharmacological treatments for body focused repetitive behaviors.  Sliding scale fee available.  Also offers consultation services for schools or employers.

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
PO Box 413, 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd.
Milwaukee, WI  53201
414-229-2830
website: www.uwm.edu/~dwoods/index.htm

Oconomowoc

Bradley C. Riemann, Ph.D.
Rogers Memorial Hospital

Services include outpatient, intensive outpatient, partial hospitalization and residential programs for all ages. A strict cognitive-behavioral therapy approach is used, emphasizing Habit Reversal Training. Treats trichotillomania and compulsive skin picking, all ages.

34700 Valley Rd.
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
262-646-1388
email: briemann@rogershospital.org
website: http://rogershospital.org/residential-center/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-center

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