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Lying on the Couch

Pages
384
Published
1996
Language
English

Synopsis

Renowned psychoanalyst Ernest Lash reconsiders his traditional methods, believing a more personal connection with patients could improve therapy. He sees an ideal candidate for this new approach in the alluring Carol Leftman. However, Carol has a hidden motive: she blames Lash for her husband's departure and intends to ensnare him. This story examines the hidden complexities of the psychoanalytic relationship, including ambition, desire, and financial motives.

About the author

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Irvin D. Yalom

Irvin D. Yalom is a psychiatrist and author whose books explore the human condition with insight and compassion. His work, including the popular The Gift of Therapy, often blends philosophical inquiry with fictional narratives to examine themes of life, death, and meaning.

Characters

Ernest LashProtagonist
Carol LeftmanAntagonist
All characters in Lying on the Couch
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