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'Yalom writes with the narrative wit of O. Henry and the earthy humour of Isaac Bashevis Singer' San Francisco Chronicle
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This new edition includes over twenty additional pages of new therapy tips by the author reflecting on the major issues and changes he has seen in the world of therapy since he first wrote this book in 2002.
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68 of 69 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
'Gift'comprises a treasury of 85 tips gathered from Yalom's forty five years of psychotherapy experience. They're organised into four sections: the therapist-patient relationship; therapy content; issues arising from therapy; dreams; and the hazards and privileges of being a therapist.
But don't be mistaken this book of tips is in a different league from some-page-a-day-help-book-for-therapists. Remember this is the same man who has written books that scare potential readers at 20 paces with their size and titles (see The Theory and Practice of Group Therapy and Existential Psychotherapy). The stories are still there, thankfully, and so is the clarity. It is a gem of book that underlines many of the important qualities in the humanistic psychotherapy approach. Practical, inspiring and wise.
43 of 44 people found the following review helpful
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As always, Yalom's writing is immediately accessible and free from jargon. As is his thinking. What I most like about this book is his honesty; the fact that he sometimes goes overtime on sessions with clients; that he sometimes double-books his appointments; that he sometimes gets bored with clients. What I also like is what he suggests as creative ways to work with all of the above. This is the voice of an experienced therapist who has learned the 'rules' well, and can now play with them. I guess for therapists who are less well experienced, it may not be wise to become too idiosyncratic until we have the years of experience that Yalom does - but at least he keeps alive the awareness that therapy does not exist for the sake of the therapist or his/her school of training, but for the client. My favourite quote: "the difference between good mothers and bad mothers (and hence therapists) is not in the commission of errors, but in what they do with them".
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this amongst a lot of work related text books, for my work as a metaphysician and therapist. I've found this invaluable and the insight into the author's work an absolute delight.
Beautifully written, in meaningful and free flowing language, this is an effortless read which really brings great ideas for one to one therapy.
I'd recommend it highly and am now on a mission to read everything by this author.
Beautifully written, in meaningful and free flowing language, this is an effortless read which really brings great ideas for one to one therapy.
I'd recommend it highly and am now on a mission to read everything by this author.
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The book was sent to me very quickly and in excellent condition.
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Published 6 months ago by Ails
Wise words from an old sage
Such a refreshing read in these days of 'measured outcomes', 'quick-fix' therapies, and other such nonsense. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Kevin Chandler
Excellent
This is a fabulous book for therapists, clients in therapy and anyone interested in the therapeutic journey. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Lou McHendry
insight into therapy
Loved this book. Yalom is so honest in his dealings with his clients. It is really helpful as a therapist to read that even someone as experienced as Yalom can make mistakes... Read more
Published 9 months ago by mar
Best writer and therapist ever!
Written with humanity and tenderness. So insightful as well as thought provoking. Completely honest and open and admits his own mistakes. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Mrs. M. Backer
The Gift of Therapy
Excellent book. Couldn't put it down. Full of brilliant insight and oozing with Yalom's passion for his patients and his lifelong career. A must for all new therapists.
Published 11 months ago by Anne
Enjoyable as well as informative
This is a book borne of experience rather than theory. What Irvin D Yalom does here is offer counsellors and psychotherapists the benefit of his own discoveries about what works. Read more
Published 15 months ago by David Austin
great book, easy guide for counsellors
lightly written, easily accessible, not particularly theoretical. this book is a great bang for the buck and for the effort you take reading it. Read more
Published 18 months ago by asp
Practical Primer
My first Yalom book, and it's clear that he writes with great insight from many years of experience. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Parthurbook
Marvellous
I loved this book. Every bite-sized section rewards the reader with insight, humour and honesty. It is marvellous to witness a therapist of such stature opening up with candour and... Read more
Published on 24 Aug 2008 by R. MCILROY
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