Michael and David, a psychiatrist and his patient, have been working together for 15 years. Despite Michael's progress, he struggles with a range of anxieties, from everyday fears to phobias. David, a workaholic with a troubled past, sees Michael as a key to happiness and a lucrative book deal. As they navigate their complex relationship, Michael develops feelings for David's receptionist, Claire, while David is drawn to flamboyant editor Samantha. But when David reveals that he's writing a self-help book featuring Michael without his consent, their relationship is put to the test.
David and Michael head to a shopping mall to tackle Michael's fear of small t...