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"Soft" therapy through reading books
Therapeutic Book Club
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What is a Therapeutic Book Club?
Therapeutic Book Clubs are a form of "soft" therapy. This is a transformative yet gentle way to explore higher self-awareness and personal growth through reading in a supportive group setting. The club is led by a practicing counselling psychologist. Together we will read and discuss powerful works that delve into psychological, philosophical, and existential themes such as: freedom, choice, responsibility, meaning, life and death.

Join me to find meaning and connection through the wisdom of literature.

3 Good Reasons to Join
  • Feel free
    You are welcome to join and participate only in the discussions of the books that interest you. There are no recurrent payments.
  • "Me" Time
    Reading is like a meditation. It helps to relax, disconnect from worries, focus on the present moment, and turn our attention inward.
  • Inner growth
    We read about others but we discover ourselves. Every minute spent reading is an investment in personal growth. Each book opens a new window to the world.
How It Works
1
Read 1 book per month
Each month we read another book. The list of books for 2024/2025 is below. You can join us at any book or only for those you are interested in. There is no recurring monthly membership.
2
1 group call per month
Each month from 10:00 to 12:00 CET we will meet for a video call to reflect on the book in a group setting
3
Book your spot
The space is limited. If you know for sure which books you would like to join us for, it is best to book your spot ahead of time using the form below.
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45 euro per book
The participation in 1 meeting (1 book) costs 45 euro. It is paid upon registration.
List of Books 2024/2025
December 2024
"The Stranger" by Albert Camus
Discussion scheduled for December 22nd, 2024, 10:00 - 12:00 CET
January 2025
"The Metamorphosis" by Franz Kafka
Discussion scheduled for January 19th, 2025, 10:00 - 12:00 CET
February 2025
"1984" by George Orwell
Discussion scheduled for February 23rd, 2025, 10:00 - 12:00 CET
March 2025
"Nausea" by Jean-Paul Sartre
Discussion scheduled for March 23rd, 2025, 10:00 - 12:00 CET
April 2025
"Thus Spoke Zarathustra" by Friedrich Nietzsche
To be announced
May 2025
"The Art of Loving" by Erich Fromm
To be announced
In case of interest, please register here →
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The Book Club Leader
Tamara Markova, PhD
Psycho-philosophy consultant with a focus on existentialism.
  • Extensive education (PhD, MBA, psychology, philosophy, coaching)
  • Ex-top manager in large multinationals (M&A, corporate strategy and planning)
  • Ex-Board of Directors Member at a company with 500+ mln EUR turnover
  • More information on my professional website:
    www.the-psychologist.eu
Registration Form
To book your spot you could sign up or pre-register your interest in several books.
Contact me
+31643006572
psychologist.eu@gmail.com
Based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Working worldwide online