Love's Executioner: & Other Tales of Psychotherapy

In his book Love's Executioner: & Other Tales of Psychotherapy (Perennial Classics), Yalom puts his own reputation on the line in order to give us, the reader, an inside look into therapy from the therapist's point of view. As a studying psychotherapist I found his book both fascinating and useful. Yalom shows how even the most seasoned therapist has reactions to his clients, and how to take these reactions and use them in therapy.

Not interested in the science? The stories are witty, thrilling and entertaining. You couldn't make this stuff up!

Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Was pleasantly surprised by its content. Was at times shocking and wildly hilarious. Highly recommend this book for anyone in the therapy field regardless of theoretical orientation.

Dr. Yalom is self-reflective and honest. His reflection is awe-inspiring and truly causes one to look inwardly for true inspection. He addressed issues that we all deal with daily but as clinicians, must be prepared to handle professionally. Great book for discussion groups among clinicians. Great for decision case analysis!

a great writer, funny, smart, and insightful. despite its professional context, the book reveals yalom's biases about fat girls, and admitting he is wrong in the right circumstances. any psychologist could learn a lot from this book. those who only have an interest in psychology should be thoroughly entertained as well.

Yalom writes with loving humility of his interactions with some of his friends, his clients. The process of seeking to understand and tailoring individual therapy is an encouragement. He does not come off as one who is above but one who comes along side.

I would recommend this to anyone in training in psychology, recent grads, or even past therapy clients who want more of an insider's perspective. I greatly appreciated his honesty, wit, and frankness.

I found Irvin Yalom to be very insightful into his clients' struggles and humanity. Yalom's ability to reproduce various sessions and present them in an entertaining yet thoughtful manner was incredible. I purchased this book to learn more about the Existentialist viewpoint in therapy, but it also piqued my interest in the psychodynamic approach.

These real life stories made me thinking about so many important in my own life things more than other books from other authors could achieve. But then again I am a big Yalom's fan,so my statement isn't only about this particular book, but about two of his other books I have read so far. (When Nietzsche wept and Shopenhauers cure - both of them had some life changing qualities for me) I'm looking forward to read all of his works, so much I love him.

This book was very informative as well as entertaining. I learned a great deal about the process of psychotherapy. I was particularly interested in how Dr. Yalom made his interpretations, and how he proceeded to devise an approach that best suited the patient he was treating. Of particular interest were the patients' dreams and Dr. Yalom's interpretations. It was also very inspiring to see the way the patients themselves used the findings in their therapy, and then proceeded to change their approach to life and eventual happiness.

This is really enjoyable reading, it is really helpfull for young therapist, like myself, but also on a human level on how to relate to one another. And just how important is to view holistically every person. I highly recommend it!!!

This is really enjoyable reading, it is really helpfull for young therapist, like myself, but also on a human level on how to relate to one another. And just how important is to view holistically every person. I highly recommend it!!!

I read this book as a textbook for an introduction class in an MFT program. Absolutely loved the writing style, humor, insight, and perspective that Yalom brings to the field of counseling/psychology. The writing is accessible, sharp, and poignant. It opened up great class discussions, but would have also been a fun and interesting read outside of the classroom setting.

Evrything I've read by Yalom has been both personally and professionally helpful beginning with his group therapy book in graduate school. His stories are well developed and his insights are first class. You can learn a great deal about the work of psychotherapy from reading this book. I also recommended it to a client who loved it. Enjoy!

Interesting and insightful read. Great book for both therapists and clients. Would recommend to anyone interested in learning about the psychotherapeutic process.

The quality of the book is great as well.