The Things I Told My Patients: A Psychiatrist's Advice for Building a Meaningful Life

A miraculous day is entirely within our reach. 

Dr. Jacob Freedman is back! In this helpful, practical guide, the renowned psychiatrist, educator, Mishpacha columnist, and bestselling author of Off the Couch shares his wit and wisdom for living a meaningful life.

This book is chock-full of tools, tips, and the doctor’s own personal experiences. From self-care and self-growth to dealing with daily challenges and the work-life balance, this candid and fascinating book, written in Dr. Freedman’s inimitable, down-to-earth style, will empower you to build yourself and the people you care about.

“It is with the greatest pleasure and respect that I write this endorsement for Dr. Freedman’s new book, The Things I Told My Patients. Dr. Freedman brings us an honest, refreshing, and respectful look at the profession of psychiatry and mental health treatment. His gentle, sensitive, and human approach enriches us all and brings respect and dignity to those suffering with these difficult challenges. Both he and his writings are a gift to our community.”— Rabbi Shimon Russell, LCSW, author of Raising a Loving Family

“Over the years, I have found Dr. Yaakov Freedman to be sensitive, sincere, practical, and professional.”— Rav Noach Orlowek, shlita, world-renowned Jewish educator.

“Dr. Freedman extends the warmest invitation into a very sacred room, a room where lives slowly transform.”—Rabbi Shlomo Katz, Rav of Kehilat Shirat David