sethjames 's review for:

The Gift of Therapy: An Open Letter to a New Generation of Therapists and Their Patients by Irvin D. Yalom

3.0

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For someone who has spent time on the "couch", in stints of leadership mentoring, spiritual direction, and even a try at psychotherapy, this book is an extremely helpful look from the vantage point of the chair. Combining loads of deep insights from an experienced therapist and a glimpse in to the world of psychotherapeutic-language, this book was very helpful and eye-opening. I love the short chapters and snippets of insight for all sorts of issues, problems, and joys experienced while participating in the work of those who have "ministered to human despair."