Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Workbook by Lori Gottlieb

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Workbook by Lori Gottlieb, Your Personal Guide to Self-Discovery and Emotional Healing

About the Book

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone Workbook is a powerful hands-on companion to Lori Gottlieb’s bestselling memoir. It is designed to help you pause, reflect, and make sense of your own life through guided exercises, thought-provoking prompts, and practical tools rooted in real therapy principles.

From the Back Cover

What would you discover if you truly sat with your own thoughts? This workbook invites you into that honest, sometimes uncomfortable, always rewarding conversation with yourself. It meets you exactly where you are and gently helps you move forward.

About the Author

Lori Gottlieb is a licensed therapist, bestselling author, and co-host of the popular Dear Therapists podcast. She writes the weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column for The Atlantic and is widely respected as one of the most relatable and trusted voices in modern mental health.

Who Is This Book For?

This workbook is perfect for anyone who is currently in therapy, thinking about starting therapy, or simply wants to understand themselves better. Whether you are dealing with grief, anxiety, relationship struggles, or just a general feeling of being stuck, this book gives you a safe space to explore and grow.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Do I need to read the original book before using this workbook? It helps to read Maybe You Should Talk to Someone first, but it is not required. The workbook is designed to stand on its own and provides enough context for new readers. However, reading both together gives you a much richer and deeper experience.

Q2. Is this workbook suitable for people not in therapy? Absolutely. While it pairs beautifully with therapy, this workbook is just as valuable for anyone who wants to do personal growth work independently. The prompts and exercises are written in a way that anyone can follow without a therapist guiding them.

Q3. What kind of exercises are included in the workbook? The workbook includes reflective writing prompts, self-assessment questions, journaling exercises, and guided activities based on real therapeutic techniques. These tools help you explore your emotions, relationships, goals, and thought patterns in a structured and supportive way.

Q4. Is this a good gift for someone going through a hard time? Yes, it is a thoughtful and meaningful gift. Whether someone is navigating a life transition, dealing with loss, or simply feeling overwhelmed, this workbook offers comfort, clarity, and practical support in a gentle and non-clinical format.