Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Book Summary

Brief Summary

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb is a memoir that offers a behind-the-scenes look at therapy from both sides of the couch. As a therapist, Gottlieb shares the journeys of her patients while also opening up about her own experience in therapy following a personal crisis. The book explores themes of vulnerability, emotional healing, and self-discovery, providing an insightful and often humorous take on what it means to seek help and grow through life's challenges.

About the Author

Lori Gottlieb is an American writer and psychotherapist. She writes for the weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column for the Atlantic. She was born in Los Angeles and attended Yale College and Stanford University. She worked as a commentator for National Public Radio and as a contributing editor for The Atlantic. She has written for the New York Times, Time, Slate, Elle, and Oprah Magazine. She has appeared on television and radio as an expert on mental health issues.

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