A deep and moving portrayal by one of the most important psychotherapists of our time, addressing the challenges and significant discoveries he has made by providing sessions to his patients in just one hour, once. Facing memory loss at the age of 93, as well as the consequences of a pandemic that shifted daily life mainly online, the legendary psychotherapist and best-selling author Irvin Yalom was forced to radically rethink the format of his sessions. But instead of giving up in the face of change, Dr. Yalom considered the limiting conditions imposed by these new realities and revolutionized his practice.

Dr. Yalom wondered if perhaps his practice could focus more deeply on the work that could be accomplished in a one-hour meeting between patient and therapist—using an even more coordinated application of his "here and now" approach. As he began these unique sessions, the beloved veteran therapist found himself free to reach even deeper points with new patients within a limited timeframe, without the respite of future appointments.

In the book "HOUR OF THE HEART," Yalom narrates some of these intense, transformative sessions, exploring a range of human dilemmas and his personal growth as a therapist. He shows how the therapist's willingness to be open helps the patient to let go, leading to a deeper and more immediate connection—a connection necessary to achieve profound realizations in just sixty minutes.

Life is precious and the time we spend together is limited. "HOUR OF THE HEART" shows us how to relate better to each other, with more honesty and vulnerability. This transformative text of a new method of connection and sharing is aimed at all of us who seek to build relationships with greater immediacy, authenticity, and openness—in every area of life.

Pages: 288, Dimensions: 16.2x16.2cm