There seems to be this impression that if I really am a psychotherapist, I can't be serious about it. They think there must be something fishy going on.

Sexual dreams aren't usually about sex.

There's always something fishy about the French.

When I came off the boat I was very proud of the thick calluses which had developed on my feet. But now, I am struggling to get into my favourite high heels which is a shame, as I have so many.

There is a probably natural and learned reticence with myself talking about my early life.

I've really written my books for my husband and our family. They've brought us closer together by allowing us to discuss things that were unspoken for so long.