“Dr. Djalai’s book should be of interest to everyone seeking psychotherapy as well as practitioners. In clear and readable prose she discusses the basic processes of therapy as a healing process in a way that makes them come alive for the reader. The many case studies give the book an immediacy and richness.”

“Written by an experienced therapist, this is a terrific and important read that helps to demystify the process of therapy. It is jargon-free and remarkably clear in its presentation and arguments, a wonderful mixture of the theoretical and the practical, as well as a book full of fascinating case studies which show how different strategies and metaphors can help patients to heal various kinds of psychic wounds. To me it seems perfect both for students who are becoming therapists and practitioners already in the field who are interested in fresh approaches to their patients.”

“The clarity, directness, and humility of Dr. Djalali’s prose makes this book easy to read and very informative, especially the ideas about “readiness.” Her selection of case studies systematically decodes patients’ thought forms and the approach she uses to reveal them possess depth and humanity that is refreshing. This book contains a wealth of useful insights obviously based on years of thoughtful experience.”