Danaya Kotyk
Counselling & Psychotherapy Services
Mental Health Resources
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**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:
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Calming the Emotional Storm by Sheri Van Dijk - an introduction to key skills and concepts used in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
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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.
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Mindsight by Daniel J. Siegal - an introduction to the neuroscience of mindfulness and how mindfulness can impact the brain
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No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz - an introduction to key concepts and skills used within Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy
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The Four Agreements by Miguel Ruiz - helpful guidelines to consider within interpersonal relationships
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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
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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
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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