<p>"A labour of love, quite simply. I have to go out and howl at the moon."-<strong>Ellen Koyote Millar</strong>, artist and Gestalt therapy student</p><p>"Some have compared Kolmannskog to Irvin D. Yalom, and this is justified in several ways. The ability to make therapy alive to the ordinary reader is one of them."-<strong>Deichman’s Literature Blog</strong> (Oslo Public Library) </p><p>"When I read The empty chair there are three words that keep coming to me: humility, respect and care. This book gives readers not only an explanation, but also an experience of what Gestalt therapy is."-<strong>Norwegian Gestalt Journal </strong></p><p>"I gladly recommend this book to both inquisitive laymen such as myself, but also to those of you who work with people in this way. I began to understand how a Gestalt therapist works and have gained great respect for the way they carry out their profession."-<strong>Tine Sundal</strong>, one of Norway’s most popular book bloggers</p><p>"For me as a therapist it is both entertaining and educational reading."-<strong>Jens Fossum</strong>, Gestalt therapist and blogger</p><p>"The book raises Gestalt writing to a whole new level. The case studies unfold like a succession of gripping short stories. The commentaries provide contrast and balance. The thinking is contemporary and lucid. Kolmannskog is inspiring, well-informed, and a sheer pleasure to read."-<strong>Malcolm Parlett</strong>, Author of <i>FUTURE SENSE: Five Explorations of Whole Intelligence for a World That’s Waking Up</i></p>