Therapist Book Recommendations
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You know when you search Pinterest for a recipe and they give you their whole life story like they’re holding the recipe hostage until you take 15 minutes to read their monologue…. you won’t find that here. You don’t have time for that and neither do I!
Click this link below for a list of books that have been significant in my mental health journey: some were required readings during my graduate studies, while others came highly recommended by my therapist.
I know firsthand how expensive psychotherapy can be, especially if you don’t have insurance. These books have been beneficial to me, and hopefully, they will be for you too! I also know how life-changing therapy can be, and I highly recommend it if you're able!
Top 3 on the list
“The Body Keeps the Score”
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, a renowned psychiatrist and trauma researcher, has dedicated his career to studying how traumatic experiences shape our mental and physical health. "The Body Keeps the Score” explores how traumatic experiences alter brain functions, particularly affecting areas responsible for memory, emotion regulation, and executive functioning. Understanding these changes is crucial for comprehending why trauma survivors often feel stuck in a state of fear and helplessness. (Trauma is not always/only extremes like being in a war).
"Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents"
"Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents" is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the impact of their upbringing and to embark on a journey of healing.“Codependent No More”
I loved this book because it includes practical tools such as setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-compassion, and engaging in self-reflection to help readers develop a stronger sense of self and improve their relationships.
