Summary:
The book presents ten poignant case studies from the author's practice as a psychotherapist, offering deep insights into the therapeutic process and the human condition. Each story delves into the complexities of the patient's psyche, the therapeutic relationship, and the existential dilemmas faced by both the therapist and the patient.
Key points:
1. Existential Psychotherapy: Yalom supports existential psychotherapy, which focuses on universal human experiences like death, freedom, and life's meaning. He uses this to help patients face fears and find life's purpose.
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