Stories & Halachah from the Psychiatrist's Couch

Discover a unique blend of entertaining stories and profound halachic insights.

In Stories & Halachah from the Psychiatrist’s Couch, Dr. Yaakov Freedman, a world-renowned psychiatrist and master storyteller, invites you into his world, sharing humorous, thought-provoking, engaging, and emotional tales from his practice. Each story unfolds into a fascinating halachic question, expertly addressed by the esteemed Rabbi Akiva Dershowitz.

Step into the world of the mind and soul, where psychology meets halachah, and uncover eye-opening answers to questions you never even thought to ask.

“This book is a unique combination of stories from the forefront of the world of mental health and psychiatry, along with Torah and halachic guidance. The stories are told in an appealing and humorous fashion, and yet reflect and convey the very serious and complex challenges of treating mental illness and the full range of psychiatric conditions.”

HaRav Asher Weiss shlit”a

“Dr. Freedman brings us an honest, refreshing and respectful look at the profession of Psychiatry and mental health treatment. Coupled with Rabbi Dershowitz's precise Halachic insights, this book is informative, entertaining and contains much for us all to learn from.”

Rabbi Shimon Russel L.C.S.W