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From War Zones to Strictly and Child Therapy | Leeds News

Kate Silverton, once a BBC war-zone journalist, revealed that Strictly Come Dancing in 2018 was more nerve-wracking than reporting from Iraq—because it forced her to rely on her body, not her brain. Though she loved the training, performing live under lights felt terrifying. But it wasn’t just about dancing: she used the platform to boost her profile for children’s mental health and even write a book. After leaving the BBC in 2021 after 20+ years, she now works as a child therapist in primary schools, helping kids with extra needs. Her journey—from global headlines to helping young…

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