ABSTRACT

Among the many elementary expositions of psychoanalysis, "The Talking Cure" is unique in focusing on the actual analytic experience. Lichtenberg's approach is humanistic, demonstrating empathic understanding of the fears and hopes of the person seeking help. He provides a "feel" for what happens during the analytic voyage of self-discovery.

chapter 1|16 pages

Beginning the Search for Help

chapter 4|12 pages

The Consultation

chapter 5|6 pages

The Couch and Free Association

chapter 6|10 pages

The Analytic "Contract''

chapter 7|8 pages

Decisions, Decisions

chapter 8|19 pages

Starting Out

chapter 10|21 pages

Endings and New Beginnings