University Readers

Painful, (but Irresistible) Rollercoaster Relationships is a fascinating look at the soaring highs and devastating lows of bad, rollercoaster relationships that are often addictive but in the end leave you feeling frustrated, vulnerable, and unfulfilled. Humorous in its approach but offering practical and innovative advice drawn from a career of analyzing the emotional and physical aspects of manipulative relationships, Dr. von Ber helps readers diagnose and trouble-shoot their relationships using real-world scenarios, helpful lists, and penetrating questions. This book will help you identify and understand the:

• Origins/beginnings of rollercoaster relationships
• Painful patterns of behavior you engage in
• Healthy vs. rollercoaster relationships
• Powerful, automatic thoughts which keep you from moving on

Painful, (but Irresistible) Rollercoaster Relationships offers hard-hitting advice for breaking free from destructive patterns and getting off the emotional rollercoaster. It’s the perfect book for people who want to start healthy relationships and take charge of their life again!

Testimonials
"Using sound psychological principles put into plain language, Dr. von Ber has written a valuable primer on an important topic - unhealthy relationships between parent and child, lovers, and others. She makes these painful relationships recognizable to the reader and offers specific steps one can take to get off 'the emotional rollercoaster.'"
Donald T. Lunde, M.A.,M.D.
Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Emeritus
Stanford University School of Medicine

"Wow! You put into words all of the things I intuitively felt, however was unable to articulate. Now, it all makes sense, and I can move on. Have you any idea what you have done for me? Words can’t convey my deepest thanks and appreciation for your generosity in helping me get over this horrible experience... Dr. von Ber, you have given me my life back!”
Carolyn

"Dr. von Ber, a seasoned psychologist and leader in education, explains the underpinnings of healthly relationships and what makes them survive the difficult times, and endure. Understanding the dynamics of relationships, as explained by Dr. von Ber, makes it easy to know when and what to do when things go wrong, and more importantly how to prevent conflict in relationships. Her unique vantage point sheds new light on how healthly relationships are made, and maintained."
Namir, Damluji, MD F.A.P.A.
Clinical Professor of Psychiatry
University of California, San Diego

About the author:
Dr. von Ber is a distinguished leadership and management consultant, clinical psychologist and lecturer. She has taught and conducted research domestically and internationally at leading universities. Dr. von Ber attended, amongst others, the Sorbonne, Oxford, McGill and Harvard University.