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This book written by a therapist about 5 of her patients who survived jaw-droppingly horrible childhoods was fascinating. Gildiner illustrates the therapeutic process with skill and honesty about her own failures and struggles in the process. These are some very powerful stories well-told. #bookspin

In this fascinating book, Gildiner shares the story of 5 clients she saw in her 25 year career. She describes them as “heroes” and how each one persevered through devastating circumstances. I appreciated how she acknowledged when she made mistakes in her counseling. One of the most heartbreaking & interesting stories was of Danny, a Native man in Canada who was forced to go to residential school. All these stories need to be told and listened to.

Great book! Reminded me of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone. The human spirit is a wild thing!
⭐️: 4/5

This was an interesting and thought-provoking book.

Took advantage of the gorgeous weather this afternoon and had a late lunch/walk to the park for some reading time.

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Really enjoyed this book. It‘s about 5 people and their difficult childhood. A Therapist helps them work through issues to live a healthy adult lifestyle.

Intense stories of five people who had encountered unimaginable childhood trauma. Psychologist Catherine Gildiner helped them identify their monsters and overcome barriers that had arrested their lives. My jaw dropped so many times.

Such an insightful book. It is amazing what the human psyche can overcome. It was terribly sad to hear details of what these patients‘ childhoods entailed, but really inspiring that they had the courage to enter therapy and seek ways to improve themselves.

This book was so engaging and interesting! I found myself cheering for each of her patients and couldn‘t wait to read to the end of each of their stories. There were a couple of them that I fully related to, and I had quite a few ‘Aha!‘ moments along the way. Highly recommend this book!

Good recommendations 😮😣

If it weren‘t for @Chelsea.Poole sharing her #Top21of21 list, I never would have found this book. It‘s heartbreaking but insanely compelling. Catherine Gildiner, a Canadian psychotherapist shares her 5 most outstanding cases. I found this book accessible and written with care & compassion. Tread lightly, as some content is brutal. Lots of TW. #Hoopla audio

Wow @Chelsea.Poole How did this book miss my #ReadersRadar ?!?! It‘s SO gripping!! So glad the cover caught my eye on your #Top21of21 list 🤩 I think it‘s even better than Maybe You Should Talk To Someone. @KarenUK @Reggie I think this book might be to your liking - but there‘s some heavy stuff. #HooplaAudio

I can‘t sleep and I enjoyed everyone‘s posts for #12Booksof2021, so here‘s mine. A top read of January 2021 @Andrew65
Funny because @Cinfhen just mentioned this book, and I was thinking about how it has stayed with me this year. But readers beware: some heartbreaking content here!

A good look at the therapeutic process—and also my latest audiobook.

Another Goodreads recommendation 😄
I read a nonfiction self-help book and Goodreads recommends a science-fiction fantasy mystery.

Currently reading. Very intense in some chapters with horrible abuse.

#Two4Tuesday #TheSpineView

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Excellent! Gildiner, a therapist, shares accounts of five patients she treated. This is not an easy read - the patients have all truly suffered in their lives; however, with Gildiner as their guide, they put in the hard work necessary to heal and grow. Such an inspirational read.

Helllloooo 2021 reading year!! I‘ve been reading but haven‘t gotten around to posting my latest reads. 🌟 This is #nonfiction, 5 of the most impactful stories/patients as treated by Canadian therapist, Catherine Gildiner. As my friend, who also read these, said “these stories have changed my soul” and I couldn‘t agree more! Fans of “Maybe You Should Talk to Someone”, make this your next read! Heartbreaking, yet life-affirming.

Compelling and intensely interesting 🧐

This is a wonderful memoir, from a retired psychologist, who delves into five cases that shaped her career.

http://obsessedbookaholic.com/2020/09/21/good-morning-monster-book-review/

Thank you to St. Martin's Press for this arc. I look forward to reading it!

The countdown continues! Here‘s #9 from my list: https://www.facebook.com/262384764521804/posts/533130610780550/?d=n

5/5🌟With honesty, humour and pristine storytelling Gildiner has written a facinating look at therapy and psychology and its power to heal. I loved how she spoke of behind the scenes with these patients as well as their journeys together. How these patients changed her as well as themselves. This was such a moving read. Shedding light on how people can cope with severe trauma and come out the other side, heartbreaking and inspiring. #bookreview