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A Shining Affliction: A Story of Harm and Healing in Psychotherapy

Annie G. Rogers
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A Shining Affliction: A Story of Harm and Healing in Psychotherapy

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1996

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Annie G. Rogers

A Shining Affliction: A Story of Harm and Healing in Psychotherapy

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1996
Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Psychology
Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 1990s

Theme
Community
Topic
Mental Illness

Psychology
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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A Shining Affliction: A Story of Harm and Healing in Psychotherapy by Annie G. Rogers explores a therapist's journey through her own psychological struggles while working with a traumatized child. The narrative delves into the complexities of mental health, the therapeutic process, and the path to healing for both the therapist and the client.

Emotional

Contemplative

Melancholic

Mysterious

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.5

2,221 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

A Shining Affliction by Annie G. Rogers is widely praised for its raw and honest exploration of trauma and healing in psychotherapy. Readers appreciate Rogers' vulnerability and insight, though some find the narrative structure challenging. The book is lauded for its profound personal account, offering valuable lessons despite its emotional intensity.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Shining Affliction: A Story of Harm and Healing in Psychotherapy?

Readers interested in A Shining Affliction are likely drawn to memoirs on mental health, personal transformation, and psychotherapy. They appreciate psychological depth and may also enjoy The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk and Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb.

4.5

2,221 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

336

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography

Psychology
Setting

Boston, Massachusetts • 1990s

Theme
Community
Topic
Mental Illness

Psychology
Publication Year

1996

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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