What does the cryptic crossword clue "Health worker, one who believes criticism must be accepted (9)" mean?

The definition is "Health worker". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RAP (synonym="criticism") in THEIST (synonym="THEIST") = THERAPIST; definition: "Health worker," The answer is THERAPIST.

Health worker, one who believes criticism must be accepted (9)

Times Cryptic #28525 | 24 Across | 2023-02-13 flower

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