Deportations, family separation and detention have long taken a toll on the mental health of many immigrants in the US, along with advocates defending them. The trauma can become more acute when you add the pandemic and uncertainty about immigration policies. Reporter Valeria Fernández reports on a therapist network dedicated to serving the immigrant community during these challenging times.
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