Getting Sane Without Going Crazy [Paperback]

Dorree Lynn (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 9, 2000

In the tradition of guides for the perplexed, Getting Sane Without Going Crazy provides a roadmap, a guide through the labyrinth of psychotherapy. The journey detours through the confusing paths of medication, alternative healing and spiritual care, with tips on how to find the right help for you and your loved ones. Reading this book is a freeing and therefore empowering experience.

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About the Author

For more than thirty years, the unconventional Dr. Dorree Lynn has been improving conventional methods and creating innovative approaches to better the mental health of her clients. As co-founder of the Institute for the Advanced Study of Psychotherapy, and as a practicing psychotherapist in New York City and Washington, DC, Dr. Lynn has been psychologist to leaders of government, the arts and the corporate world, as well as others ranging from pundits to postmen. Dorree Lynn has traveled extensively to serve as consultant to institutions and corporations throughout the United States and abroad. She served on the executive board of the American Academy of Psychotherapists and she is on the editorial board of their publication, Voices. Dr. Lynn is a noted speaker and is well-known on the lecture circuit. Articles by and about her can be found in print and she can be heard and seen on National media outlets. "On the Couch" with DR. D. can be found on numerous websites. Dorree has been single, married, divorced, remarried, a working mother, stepmother and grandmother. She believes that in both our personal and public lives, we all struggle to stay sane without going crazy. You may contact her at her website: www.SaneCrazy.com.

Product Details

• Paperback: 236 pages
• Publisher: Xlibris; 1 edition (October 9, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 073883193X
• ISBN-13: 978-0738831930
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,145,039 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Psychologist and media expert Dr. Dorree is the author of Sex for Grownups: Dr. Dorree Reveals the Truth, Lies and Must-Tries for Great Sex After 50 (HCI, April, 2010), When the Man You Love Is Ill: Doing Your Best for Your Partner without Losing Yourself (Marlowe & Co. /Avalon Publishing 2007) and Getting Sane Without Going Crazy (Xlibris 2000), a consumer's guide to psychotherapy.

Dr. Dorree is the co-founderof the Institute for the Advanced Study of Psychotherapy and the founder and editor-in-chief of FiftyandFurthermore.com. As a psychologist, she is the respected ear to power-brokers in government, media, corporate America and the arts.

Former host of her own radio program on Radio America and a regular media expert for the American Psychological Association, Dr. Dorree can also be seen on: AARP TV's "My Generation" program as a sexpert on relationships and intimacy, ABC's Good Morning America, Court TV, MSNBC, VH1, Fox News Channel's Special Report, PBS, and CBS-DC Eyewitness News.

She has been featured in national publications such as: CBS Market Watch, Glamour, Los Angeles Times, New York Times, Newsday, Money Magazine, Newsweek, Parenting Magazine, The Washington Post, USA Today, Time Magazine, Ladies' Home Journal, and Marie Claire.

A well-known speaker on the lecture circuit, Dr. Dorree is noted for provocative, informative presentations salted with wisdom and peppered with humor. She has spoken to various groups including the National Education Association, the Public Relations Council, John Hopkins University, American University, and the American Association of Political Consultants. She has traveled extensively as a consultant to hospitals, universities and corporations and serves on the executive board of Arts for the Aging (AFTA). She also served on the board of the American Academy of Psychotherapists and is a member of the editorial board of their publication, Voices.

Dr. Dorree understands life. She has been single, married, divorced, remarried, a working mother, stepmother, proud grandmother, and the matriarch of a large multicultural, multigenerational family. Today, she lives and works in Washington, DC and Ponte Vedra Beach, FL with her husband Isaac. Her life, like yours, continually changes.

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Intelligent, Engaging and Honest, April 2, 2001

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"womanlinks" (Townsend, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Getting Sane Without Going Crazy (Hardcover)

The subject of mental health continues to be taboo for many people. Consequently, finding help during a crisis may feel like a Herculean task.

To address the issue, Dr. Dorree Lynn has done a masterful job creating a guide to mental health. In a frank, honest manner, she distinguishes between the various types of therapies, both traditional and non-traditional, finding the right services, as well as the nuts and bolts of the insurance system. In effect, "Getting Sane Without Going Crazy" is a roadmap through the stereotypes, misconceptions and and mystique of mental health.

Throughout the book, Dr. Lynn asserts a very empowering truth: Every client has an active role in their own healing. Whether in choice of practitioner, therapy style, length of therapy, or type of treatment, the client's voice counts. While many struggle with the 'doctor always knows best' mindframe, Dr. Lynn presents a refreshing reframing of therapy dynamics.

Of particular interest, was the chapter comparing psychotherapy and spirituality. At first glance both appear to be unrelated entities. Dr. Lynn, however, makes the point that the end result, a feeling of wholeness, is a shared goal. Although different paths are taken, a spiritual or psychotheraputic journey share the same outcome.

Whether faced with a life crisis, or battling depression, finding help may feel like a daunting process. It may seem as if the decision to enter therapy, and with whom, is too much. In a clear, well planned manner, "Getting Sane Without Going Crazy" unravels the task at hand. Dr. Lynn arms the client with knowledge vital to the success of any healing process. In an era where the quick fixes provided by the Dr. Lauras of the world are considered Gospel, Dr. Lynn offers a guiding voice of reason.

"Getting Sane Without Going Crazy" makes extremely enjoyable and interesting reading. Whether you are considering therapy, or know someone who is, this is an extremely well-made resource.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A professinal and mother speaks, March 7, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Getting Sane Without Going Crazy (Hardcover)

I am organizational consultant, a mom of three and a wife. I have looked long and hard for a sensible, practical, readable book to give to my clients. Eureeka! This is it. I also found Gettimg Sane personaly helpful. The book also raised questions I had never thought about. What a treat. It is an informational page turner, written by a woman who is not afraid to put herself on the line. I am waiting for the workbook for use in my courses. Do it soon.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Surprisinly Interesting, March 2, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Getting Sane Without Going Crazy (Paperback)

I expected the book to be different, more humerous. But, I was was drawn in by the interesting and quirky way Dr. Lynn thinks. She is very infomative and very real which seems unusual for a therapist type. I learned a lot. I didn't always agree with what was said. But, that was OK. Dr. Lynn leaves plenty of room to disagree.

I think she sounds like a good person to talk to.

KTW

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