Based on knowledge gained from his 35 years of practice, the resulting book of tips (a 'gift' for the next generation of therapists) is an enlightening refutation of 'brief, superficial, and insubstantial' forms of therapy. Yalom, the recipient of both major awards given by the American Psychiatric Association, professor emeritus of psychiatry at Stanford and the author of both fiction and nonfiction volumes about psychotherapy, writes this book in response to that crisis. a wizard, for whom no curtain is left drawn.If the future of psychotherapy lies in psychopharmaceuticals and the short-term therapies stipulated by HMOs, argues Yalom, then the profession is in trouble. I’m struck by the man’s unerring sense of humanity. “Very much forward looking-a call to arms for the couch. Thomas Dowd, The Counseling Psychology Quarterly “I admired especially the humanity and humility which shine through this book.I would recommend this book to anyone but especially to those open to learning with the heart as well as the head.” - E.

“For both the professional and the lay reader.In 85 short chapters, presents little pearls of ideas shaped from 35 years in practice.Yalom’s latest is essential.” - Library Journal “Certainly helpful to therapists and patients, may also help any thoughtful person seeking to improve relationships with others and self-understanding.” - Booklist “ wise ideas are perfectly accessible.” - Publishers Weekly Henry and the earthy humor of Isaac Bashevis Singer.” - San Francisco Chronicle “Yalom writes with the narrative wit of O.

(Almost) never make decisions for the patientĪ book aimed at enriching the therapeutic process for a new generation of patients and counselors, Yalom’s Gift of Therapy is an entertaining, informative, and insightful read for anyone with an interest in the subject.

The bestselling author of Love’s Executioner shares his uniquely fresh approach and the valuable insights he has gained-presented as eighty-five personal and provocative “tips for beginner therapists,” including: Yalom’s more than thirty-five years in clinical practice, The Gift of Therapy is a remarkable and essential guidebook that illustrates through real case studies how patients and therapists alike can get the most out of therapy. The culmination of master psychiatrist Dr. Yalom distills thirty-five years of psychotherapy wisdom into one brilliant volume. Acclaimed author and renowned psychiatrist Irvin D.

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