If you watch "A Charlie Brown Christmas" this year, take a look at Lucy's famous "psychiatrist" scene. It rewinds the clock back to when therapy was therapy. She is top notch! Except for the greed. Below, I have transcribed this scene, edited for length. Then I've got a commentary below. LUCY. May I help you?   CHARLIE BROWN. I'm in sad shape.  I feel depressed. I know I should be happy, but I'm not.   LUCY. Well, as they say on TV, the mere fact that you realize you need

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