Tales from the Couch

A Clinical Psychologist's True Stories of Psychopathology

De: Dr. Bob Wendorf

Narrado por: Bob Reed

Tales from the Couch is collection of actual case studies and a primer on psychopathology as well as a captivating reflection on the human condition. Drawn from Dr. Bob Wendorf's 36-year career as a clinical psychologist, the book examines the lives of some of his most troubled patients in a project that aims to both educate and fascinate the listener. Clinical syndromes are described and dramatized by real-life case examples (altered only as necessary to protect patient confidentiality). Each of the 16 chapters focuses on a particular psychiatric diagnosis, including multiple personality disorder, Asperger's, and ADD.

The clinical picture and symptoms are described and explained, then brought to life by case examples taken from the author's practice. Dr. Wendorf presents the cases as a series of narratives - some dramatic, some humorous, most quite poignant. Along the way, the author offers his own reactions to the people and events described here and application to the general human condition as well.

Tales from the Couch offers compelling stories of extraordinary people, clinical conditions, and events - both in and out of the therapy hour - while providing insights into the nature of human beings, mental illness, and the psychotherapeutic enterprise.

©2015 Bob Wendorf (P)2016 Audible, Inc.

Interesting and informative

Fascinating - oddly uplifting. I listened to this in one sitting, There is something I love about listening to someone who is highly proficient in a field talk about it. Would recommend to anyone interested in the topic.

Stories of serious human struggle along with amazing triumph

I am a graduate student soon to be licensed counselor, I enjoyed the tales from this experienced psychologist. His patients had serious issues but also amazing strengths.

Enjoyable, comfortable narrative

I very much enjoy reading about psychology. This book is a quality retelling of interesting patients.

Occasionally the author uses too much word play and cliches for my taste.

superficial

I found this book to be superficial and lacking and substance. well many of the stories would be really entertaining. there weren't a lot of foundational aspects and details to make it such.

Way out of date

Desperately outdated, fully cringeworthy, verging on unlistenable… you don’t want this guy as your shrink!

This is a single clinician's personal experience

The author repeatedly states the limits of his training and the era of his practice.

Greatly entertaining and purely real!

Love this book, great and super interesting listen. The deep optimism is inspiring and felt!

Loved it!

The stories were very interesting and the narration was good. I enjoyed it. I would recommend

“Slender where a woman should be”

That is actually a line in this book. It took me out of the listen each time I heard an assessment of a patient’s body. I am happy I didn’t use a credit because as another reviewer said, it’s a very superficial treatment of psychotherapy. I just finished “The Center Will Not Hold” and that book is so brilliant and classy compared to this one.

Interesting Case Studies

Narration: Narrator speaks too fast...somewhat difficult to keep up with explanation subtitles.

Content: Good selection of prototypical cases representative of a variety of afflictions. Sensible advice.

Although narration is a bit hurried and a little difficult to follow, this audio is informative and warrants purchase.