Inspiring Tales of Psychotherapy describes how eight people suffering from depression, anxiety and compulsive eating, take the path of psychotherapy and guided imagery to find the underlying causes of their symptoms. They travel through the labyrinth of their unconscious to discover hidden and, at times, bizarre memories that hold the key to their recoveries. The true essence of these stories lies in our witnessing their motivation and determination as they find that elusive path to health.
Inspiring Tales of Psychotherapy is about courage and growth, the pursuit of truth and insight, hope and change and the belief that all obstacles can be overcome. ...
Inspiring Tales of Psychotherapy describes how eight people suffering from depression, anxiety and compulsive eating, take the path of psychotherapy and guided imagery to find the underlying causes of their symptoms. They travel through the labyrinth of their unconscious to discover hidden and, at times, bizarre memories that hold the key to their recoveries. The true essence of these stories lies in our witnessing their motivation and determination as they find that elusive path to health.
Inspiring Tales of Psychotherapy is about courage and growth, the pursuit of truth and insight, hope and change and the belief that all obstacles can be overcome. The stories in this book show ways to achieve what seems unachievable. They touch and inspire us to look optimistically toward a brighter future.
You will meet:
•Sarah who awakened from a life-long nightmare believing she was a killer.
•Harold brought back to life by the children he loved.
•Angela, terror stricken, as she faced the belief that she would die if she gained only one more pound.
•Carl whose rapid weight swings hid a tale of a sexual orgy and the death of a loved one.
•Judy, a sprightly teenager, who rose up and defeated bulimia, drug addiction, and undesired, compulsive sex.
•Scott and Marilyn who slept with a stranger in their bed.
•Nancy who followed a path of mediocrity while obsessed with a need to be perfect.
•Jeffrey who shed 200 pounds and overcame an early childhood trauma that had seemingly doomed him to an early death.
Dr. Berenson has a lifelong interest in creativity, mental imagery, sexual behavior, spirituality and holds a firm belief that no one should live life unfulfilled or hampered by inner or outer obstacles. He has devoted his life to helping many people overcome barriers, and thus freeing them to lead happy and meaningful lives.
In his psychiatric practice he watched as people grew and flourished. He is convinced that by knowing how to overcome negative mindsets people are capable of changing how they think and how they live. If they want to change, change is ahead. They only need to maintain motivation and learn the techniques and methods to pursue a new path.
His many books touch those areas that tend to stimulate individuals in their search for a meaningful and happy life. Among the subjects covered are: awakening creativity, love and sex, a special diet and exercise program, helping couples achieve intimacy, how to open a new world for retirees to make retirement work and ways to overcome severe emotional problems.
In his novels he alludes to themes such as reincarnation, virtual reality, living without a soul, the dangers of global warming and worldwide pollution and how dreams reveal insights and memories that help solve a complex murder mystery.
Dr. Berenson is Clinical Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at the USC Keck School of Medicine and has been a Training and Supervising Analyst with the Los Angeles Society and Institute of Psychoanalysis. He is a member of the American Psychiatric Association, the American Psychoanalytic Association, the International Psychoanalytic Association, and the Alpha Omega Alpha Honorary Medical Society.
He lives with his wife, Irene, in Palos Verdes Estates, California. Together they share the love and friendship of six children and eleven grandchildren. Among his many interests are writing, painting, sculpting, composing, gardening, hiking, reading, movies, playing the synthesizer and drums and play-acting.
For more information visit www.DrMarvinBerenson.com
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Inspiring Tales of Psychotherapy describes how eight people suffering from depression, anxiety and compulsive eating, take the path of psychotherapy and guided imagery to find the underlying causes of their symptoms. They travel through the labyrinth of their unconscious to discover hidden and, at times, bizarre memories that hold the key to their recoveries. The true essence of these stories lies in our witnessing their motivation and determination as they find that elusive path to health.Inspiring Tales of Psychotherapy is about courage and growth, the pursuit of truth and insight, hope and change and the belief that all obstacles can be overcome. ...