I have seen a psychoanalyst. I sat opposite him and talked, but I knew I was expected to eventually move to using the couch. I tried to make the shift, but it didn't work for me. He told me that people's ability to use the couch indicated the level of trust that they were able to accomplish. So, I guess I have trust and letting go issues.

The three times I did manage it, it was a surreal experience. Something happens in your mind, as if you enter a trance state or something. I spoke more easily and openly about things, I didn't care so much about what I said or the therapist's reaction. It was very freeing. However, when I got there the next time, the idea of being that free, frightened me so much, that I couldn't go through with it.

I would recommend it, if only for the experience of doing this. No one can force you, so if you don't think its for you after a few sessions, you can always say you have had enough. Try it for the surreal factor. Then come and tell us how it was!