Secrets from the Couch [Paperback]

Sandra Levy Ceren (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 12, 2002

SECRETS FROM THE COUCH A Dr. Cory Cohen Mystery by Sandra Levy Ceren

A psychologist's world is coming apart and her clients are the primary victims. Her patient, an assistant district attorney running for the top job receives a terrifying call in the middle of the night. The caller knows her "dirty" secret—a secret shared only with her therapist. After reporting this to Cory, the patient disappears.

Cory is stalked, and her home and office burgled, forcing her to seek temporary shelter to escape her unseen enemy. Her determination to get to the bottom of this mystery sends her on a spiraling trail of deceit, betrayal, blackmail and murder.

A seasoned professional in the study of the human mind, Cory uses her analytical skills and her talent for skullduggery to save her career, her patients' lives and heal their emotional wounds.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"In SECRETS FROM THE COUCH, Sandra Levy Ceren tells a haunting tale of ambition and betrayal. A chilling read." -- Agatha nominated author, Kris Neri

"Riveting, tightly woven mystery screeches to a satisfying conclusion bringing together all the pieces of this intriguing puzzle. -- Maryanne Raphael, Editor, Writers World

"SECRETS FROM THE COUCH is a genuine page-turner in the best sense of the phrase. -- Praise from Edgar award winning, best-selling author T. Jefferson Parker

From the Publisher

SECRETS FROM THE COUCH

A Dr. Cory Cohen Mystery by Sandra Levy Ceren

A psychologist's world is coming apart and her clients are the primary victims. Her patient, an assistant district attorney running for the top job receives a terrifying call in the middle of the night. The caller knows her "dirty" secret—a secret shared only with her therapist. After reporting this to Cory, the patient disappears.

Cory is stalked, and her home and office burgled, forcing her to seek temporary shelter to escape her unseen enemy. Her determination to get to the bottom of this mystery sends her on a spiraling trail of deceit, betrayal, blackmail and murder.

A seasoned professional in the study of the human mind, Cory uses her analytical skills and her talent for skullduggery to save her career, her patients' lives and heal their emotional wounds.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 246 pages
• Publisher: Southern Charm Press (November 12, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0971483221
• ISBN-13: 978-0971483224
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,678,782 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Sandra L. Ceren, Ph.D. was born and educated in New York City, but has spent the last several decades on the California coast.

A practicing clinical psychologist for over forty years, she completed the training program in New York at the American Institute of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy. She earned the status of Diplomate from the American Board of Family Psychology, and is a Fellow of the Academy of Family Psychology and a member of the Academy of Psychologists in Marital and Family Therapy. She is a former editor of The Family Psychologist.

Based on her research and long experience with couples of all ages, those contemplating marriage for the first time, or after several relationships, she crafted a unique premarital counseling program. The materials have proven reliable in determining compatibility and emotional readiness for marriage. The personalized program teaches effective communication and conflict resolution skills applicable to daily life.

Apart from direct contact with clients, she has reported on mental health research and responded to queries in a weekly newspaper column, ASK DR. CEREN. This popular column has been published in newspapers over many years. Dr. Ceren is known to the media as an expert in relationships and has appeared on Oprah!, Good Morning America, and BBC World News.

Also, she has a passion for writing fiction. Prescription For Terror, the first in her series of psychological thrillers featuring a psychologist/sleuth was published in 1999, followed by Secrets From The Couch in 2002. Two more in the series is slated for publication in 2011. Many of her short stories have been published in anthologies.

She has first hand experience in marriage, separation, divorce, single parenting, the contentment of a second marriage, and the luxurious role of grandmother.

Learn more about Dr. Sandra L. Ceren, read blog postings, and the latest news at www.DrSandraLevyCeren.com

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Secrets from the Couch, March 8, 2003

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Barbara Buhrer "bookworm" (Bayonet Point, Florida USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Secrets from the Couch (Paperback)

This is a real page turner. The reader's interest is captured from the first chapter and held throughout the book with the twists and turns of the action. The story is well-plotted with believable well-defined characters. The descriptions of the locales are true to life. The various psychological sessions are realistic and revealing.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars riveting psychological drama makes fine mystery, January 18, 2003

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clark w. kent (Phila. PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Secrets from the Couch (Paperback)

I was glued to the pages,resented having to close it before finishing so I stayed up all night. It was worth it. Well defined characters, vivid descriptions make this a terrific, well plotted book. I especially appreciated the psychotherapy sessions which appear authentic.