"Little Boy Lost"
The writing of "Little Boy Lost"
was truly an adventure into the land of childhood memories from the author's own
life, as well as reflections about various male confidants during his personal
life journey. Examining the nature of male mid-life transition from a developmentally
based foundation prove to be no less than emotionally rewarding. The family of
origin influences are paramount in our developing personality and lay down a foundation
for certain people who we select as adult mates, friends, and otherwise. The strongest
and most troubling component of this work was allowing the author's vulnerability,
fears, and apprehension to surface long enough to come alive on the written page.
One of the most significant experiences of the male adult life span is his choice
of significant other. This relationship was explored thoroughly, candidly and
emotionally within "Little Boy Lost," from sexual fears to sensory pleasure
and all the emotions and values in between. Equally as important - the achievement
ethic and its impact on male self-worth. "Little Boy Lost" displays
a man who is driven to success but simultaneously wonders about the other road
he could travel. The book examined what happens when ultimately those two roads
cross and the decisions and subsequent emotions which result.
With our
protagonist, Jimmy Swain, a practicing psychotherapist, examining his own neurotic,
behavioral, and interpersonal qualities from such an honest point of view, it
allows this work to both catch the reader off guard, as well as provide a unique,
and explicit look at the workings of the male psyche.
"The
Host"
This part-based-on-fact, part fiction account of what starts
out as a quiet, relaxing family dinner at an old North Carolina hotel/restaurant,
suddenly turning into a story of possession, demonic torment, and erotic obsession
leads the reader down many twists and turns. Jimmy Swain, our friendly shrink,
is once again the main character. In this story, he is traveling with his wife
and son on a vacation and has a clandestine encounter with a soul who will know
no true peace until vengeance is had. Once he and Jimmy become one, an adventure
into the horrors of child sexual abuse and the evil that perpetuates it is brought
to life. This is a tale of real psychological horror and the boundless possibilities
which exist beyond what we define as reality.
"911:
Critical Incident"
"911:
Critical Incident" is
about five days, five very special and life-changing days in the life of a Critical
Incident Psychologist, brought to New York City several days after the 9/11 attack.
It is a true story written in the first person describing not just what the counseling
process entailed, but also a reflection of the multitude of emotions felt by the
therapist in the wake of this tragic event. It was originally intended by Dr.
Mercer to share his experience so that other clinicians in the future could possibly
gain some insight as to their own critical incident work. Little did he realize,
that what he was about to embark on was nothing, no matter how hard he tried to
imagine, that his training had prepared him for. This is his story. A story about
the victims of 9/11, their sorrow and pain, and what one therapist tried to do
to ease their pain, as he simultaneously dealt with his own feelings of sadness
and concern for what has indeed become a major loss for all Americans, and an
event that will continue to have significant reverberations for years to come.
"911" gives the reader an inside look at a mental health professional
and his personal experience as he journeys into the emotional chaos following
the Twin Towers tragedy.
For more information on how to order
one of Dr. Mercer's upcoming publications or how to order a copy of one of the
above books, please call The Center for Creative Living at (954) 755-8247
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