[Lynn]

When I was in high school, in the 70's, I read a book, "I'm OK, You're OK," which is supposed to be a practical guide to TA. I found it so interesting, and it probably sparked my interest in pursuing a career in a psychological field. I had a therapist who used TA as her treatment modality, which I hated. She always wanted me to express my feelings by hitting pillows, which was embarrassing and felt contrived. The idea of TA seems simplistic to me, but, at the same time, having a way of viewing emotion and the workings of the mind is a useful metaphor in helping people understand and feel more in control of themselves.