Letters to a Young Therapist

A colleague recommended this book after she received it as a gift. The author’s approach was encouraging and normalized the wide range of feelings we feel as therapists. I read it as I was about to begin a new role and it helped me feel more self assured as I transitioned.

I bought one for a new therapist and after looking at it, I bought one for myself. Despite the fact that I have been a psychologist for over 40 years. It was beneficial and I enjoyed other individuals perspectives

Disappointing! Therapist chatter about her mundane daily life written in the form of letters to a younger colleague in supervision. Can't avoid the question why she wrote it all up - Laura, the addressee, must be pitied!

As somebody pursuing a career in this line of work, I found this book extremely beneficial for a young therapist just starting out. A read I recommend often to others.

LTaYT is a very accessibly written book and highlights some of the major underlying issues that a psychotherapist encounters in the context of working with clients. In my opinion this is also a great read for clients as well. The writing is simple, or should I say it doesn't get any simpler. An invaluable resource for a practicing psychotherapist as well as for the client. Highly recommended.