I'm working on it in therapy : how to get the most out of psychotherapy

Introduction and a few things to know before reading this book. 1 Get real: Take off the mask and show your many faces. 2 Channel the flow of emotion: Have your feelings without your feelings having you. 3 Enough about them: Look deeply within for the sources of change. 4 Don't hold back: Forge an authentic connection with your therapist. 5 Be curious, not judgmental: Observe yourself honestly without attacking yourself. 6 Carry your fair share, and only your fair share: Differentiate when to take responsibility and when not to. 7 What's your story? Identify the recurring themes and fundamental beliefs that guide you. 8 It ain't necessarily so: Build a better narrative and choose your beliefs consciously. 9 Do something! Continue your psychological work outside of sessions. 10 Into the fire: Use challenges as opportunities for growth. Appendix A: In the beginning: Starting therapy. Appendix B: Are we there yet? Stopping therapy. Appendix C: Does this thing work? Research evidence supporting the efficacy of psychodynamic psychotherapy

'...has the unique ability to translate complex psychological concepts into language that the layperson can easily grasp and understand. His ability to make psychological material come alive and be relevant is a gift not often found in our field.' Aryeh Maidenbaum

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