Us

When I need advice, I call Terry Real. His decades of clinical experience, research, and wisdom are invaluable to my patients, colleagues and friends. Us brings his advice to life. It is the book that we all need to read to create more thriving and intimate connections. * Esther Perel *This is a wonderful, wise and witty book, consistent with cutting edge science and filled with soul and practical advice that can inspire us to discover who we can become together. * Daniel J. Siegel *This book is a road map for all of us who seek true intimacy. We can use it to heal a single relationship and to shift our collective culture. * Gwyneth Paltrow *Chock-full of wisdom, research, and innovative teachings, Us is the book every human should read in order to truly understand not just their partners, but themselves. * Lori Gottlieb *Terry Real’s work is nothing short of miraculous. In Us, he delves into the dynamics of modern relationships with precision and wisdom, offering practical tools to create true closeness with others. His work has quite simply changed my life. Read this book. It could well change yours. * Bradley Cooper *This is a stunning book. A masterpiece from a master psychotherapist. * Rick Hanson *[An] enveloping and insightful book … Real is a natural storyteller, pointed, jovial, and funny. If you’re struggling in your relationship and are open to hard truths, delivered with compassion and zero wasted time, Real is the ticket. * Esquire (Best Wellness Books) *

Terrence Real is the bestselling author of I Don’t Want to Talk About It- Overcoming the Secret Legacy of Male Depression and How Can I Get Through to You?- Reconnecting Men and Women. He has been a practicing family therapist for more than 20 years and has lectured and held workshops across the country. In March 2002, Real founded the Relational Life Institute. His work has been featured on Today and Good Morning America, as well as in The New York Times, Psychology Today, and Esquire.