Yalom is confronted to live up to his ideals of therapist self-disclosure and authenticity. Excerpted from the recently updated version of The Gift of Therapy.
Staring at the Sun: Overcoming the Terror of Death
In this exclusive excerpt from his latest book, Irvin Yalom delves into the ultimate existential concern, and how therapists can help clients in facing death anxiety.
The Gift of Therapy
Existential psychotherapist Irv Yalom offers insights into the therapist's role as an obstacle remover and fellow traveler. Excerpted from his book The Gift of Therapy.
The Schopenhauer Cure
An excerpted introduction to psychiatrist Irv Yalom's new novel about the challenging reunion between a therapist and his long-ago patient, who is now a philosophical counselor.
Emotional Flashback Management in the Treatment of Complex PTSD
Pete Walker provides a convincing argument for the recognition and proper treatment of emotional flashbacks and complex PTSD, which result from childhood neglect and emotional abuse.
When the Therapist Leaves: A Personal Account of an Unusual Termination
A psychotherapist explores client-therapist boundaries and termination issues in a particularly intensive course of therapy.
The Empty Chair: Making Our Absence Less Traumatic for Everyone
What happens when a therapist becomes ill or dies? Dr. Steiner provides a valuable blueprint for therapists to prepare for unexpected absence and termination.
Transition Into Sports Psychology
Dr. Steidinger discusses the benefits of joining the growing field of sports psychology.
A Few Simple Questions
A satiric take on the Mental Status Exam.
Tyranny of Niceness: A Psychotherapeutic Challenge
Dr. Sommers discusses the prevalent problem of cultural silencing called “niceness,” and offers case studies and advice for addressing associated client issues of anxiety and helplessness.