Resources

The resources listed on this page, including books and other materials, are provided for informational purposes only. While I believe these resources may be beneficial, I do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, effectiveness, or relevance of the content. These resources are not a substitute for professional advice or therapy. Please use these resources at your own discretion. 

General:

Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience, Brené Brown, Ph. D

Already Enough: A Path to Self-Acceptance, Lisa Olivera

Emotional Agility: Get Unstuck, Embrace Change, and Thrive in Work and Life, Susan David, Ph.D

Feeling Great: The Revolutionary New Treatment for Depression and Anxiety, David Burns, M.D.

The Power of Vulnerability: Teachings of Authenticity, Connection, and Courage, Brené Brown, Ph. D

The Tools: 5 Tools to Help You Find Courage, Creativity, and Willpower–and Inspire You to Live Life in Forward Motion, Phil Stutz, M.D. & Barry Michaels

The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself, Michael Singer

The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse: Inspiring Conversations on Hope, Love and Personal Growth, Charley Mackesy

Adolescents:

Untangled, Lisa Damour, Ph. D

The Emotional Lives of Teenagers: Raising Connected, Capable, and Compassionate Adolescents, Lisa Damour, Ph.D

Never Enough: When Achievement Culture Becomes Toxic-and What We Can Do About It, Jennifer Wallace

Relationships:

Fight Right: How Successful Couples Turn Conflict Into Connection, John Gottman, Ph. D & Julie Gottman, Ph. D

Us: Getting Past You and Me to Build a More Loving Relationship, Terrance Real

Marriage Rules: A Manual for the Married and the Coupled Up, Harriet Learner, Ph. D

The Dance of Connection, Harriet Learner, Ph. D

Loving Bravely: 20 Lessons of Self-Discovery to Help You Get the Love You Want, Alexandra Solomon, Ph. D

Trauma:

The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.

Rethinking Trauma Treatment: Attachment, Memory Reconsolidation, and Resilience, Courtney Armstrong

Parenting Toddlers: 

Brain-Body Parenting: How to Stop Managing Behavior and Start Raising Joyful, Resilient Kids, Mona Delahooke, Ph. D

Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans, Michaeleen Doucleff, Ph. D

No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline Without Shame, Janet Lansbury

Grief:

The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully, Frank Ostaseski

Finding Meaning: The Sixth Stage of Grief, David Kessler

Other:

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Diffuser

Lavender Oil

Peppermint Oil

Yoga Mat

Calm Down Kit for Kids

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