Resources
Resources
Library
The following list represents some of the books and wellness applications that I have found useful over the years in my clinical work. The titles with *asterisks have been recommended by colleagues in the field who have generously agreed to share their own resources. If you would like a recommendation for further reading or study about a subject that is not listed, please contact me directly.
Codependency
Codependent No More by Melodie Beattie
The Creative Life
Writing as a Way of Healing by Louise DeSalvo
The War of Art by Steven Pressfield
Writing Down the Bones by Natalie Goldberg
The Art of Pilgrimage: A Seeker’s Guide to Making Travel Sacred by Phil Cousineau
Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert
Pilgrim Heart by Sarah York
The Names of Things: A Passage in the Egyptian Desert by Susan Brind Morrow
Bird by Bird by Anne Lamott
Depression
Swamplands of the Soul: New Life in Dismal Places by James Hollis
Individuation
Care of the Soul by Thomas Moore
Dancing in the Flames by Marion Woodman
Inner Work by Robert Johnson
Crossing to Avalon by Jean Shinoda Bolen
Memories, Dreams, Reflections by Carl G. Jung
Women Who Run With the Wolves by Clarissa Pinkola Estés
Goddesses in Every Woman by Jean Shinoda Bolen
Gods in Every Man by Jean Shinoda Bolen
Mid-Life
The Middle Passage: From Misery to Meaning in Midlife by James Hollis
Mindfulness
Mindsight by Dan Seigel
*Wherever You Go, There You Are:
Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life by John Kabat-Zinn
Headspace: Guided Meditation and Mindfulness
Insight Timer: Meditation App
Perfectionism & Control
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown
Addiction to Perfection: The Still Unravished Bride by Marion Woodman
Relationships
Men, Women, & Worthiness by Brené Brown
The Soul of Sex by Thomas Moore
Hold Me Tight by Sue Johnson
Self-Esteem
Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain
Trauma & Recovery
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk M.D.
Trauma and the Soul by Donald Kalsched
The Drama of the Gifted Child by Alice Miller
The 8 Keys to Safe Trauma Recovery by Babette Rothschild
Support Lines
BACA (Bikers Against Child Abuse) exists with the intent to create a safer environment for abused children. They are a body of Bikers who empower children to not feel afraid of the world in which they live. 1-866-71-ABUSE (1-866-712-2873)
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. 1-800-273-8255
RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN created and operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE, online.rainn.org y rainn.org/es) in partnership with more than 1,000 local sexual assault service providers across the country and operates the DoD Safe Helpline for the Department of Defense. RAINN also carries out programs to prevent sexual violence, help survivors, and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice.
TEEN LINE is a confidential hotline for teenagers which operates every evening from 6:00pm to 10:00pm PST. If you have a problem or just want to talk with another teen who understands, then this is the right place for you! You can call them at 800-TLC-TEEN (852-8336), text them by texting “TEEN” to 839863 or email them here.
American Red Cross Emergency aid and disaster relief. For immediate assistance, please contact your local Red Cross chapter. 1 800 RED CROSS
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