**Please note that the following books and resources are ones that I have identified to be accessible and helpful for many clients, but my recommendation does not necessarily mean that I endorse all the perspectives of the author or creator.  When reading or using the resource, take what is helpful for you and leave the rest.**

​

​

Mindfulness by Danaya - Mindfulness Meditation Recordings

​

​

External Resources:

​

Self-compassion.org - What is self-compassion, and additional resources

​

A Science-Supported Journalling Protocol to Improve Mental & Physical Health

​

Emotional Boundaries: Feeling Responsible vs. Caring for Someone Else's Emotions

​

Learning Self-Regulation through Self-Attunement

​

​

Recommended Reading:

​

• Calming the Emotional Storm by Sheri Van Dijk - an introduction to key skills and concepts used in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

​

• The Myth of Normal by Gabor Mate and Daniel Mate - an introduction to trauma, its intersection with culture and its impact on mental and physical health.

​

• Mindsight by Daniel J. Siegal - an introduction to the neuroscience of mindfulness and how mindfulness can impact the brain

​

• No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz - an introduction to key concepts and skills used within Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy

​

• The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz - helpful guidelines to consider within interpersonal relationships

​

• The Relationship Cure: A 5-Step Guide to Strengthen Your Marriage, Family and Friendships by John M. Gottman and Joan DeClaire - more helpful guidelines to consider within interpersonal relationships

​

• Embracing Your Inner Critic: Turning Self-Criticism into a Creative Asset by Hal Stone & Sidra Stone - a helpful resource for those who would like to work with their inner critic

​

• Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl - a resource for those who are interested in gaining new perspectives around themes of meaning, purpose and what is within our control