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    Dr. Nicole LaPera

    How To Do The Work

    This book by the "Holistic Psychologist" illustrates the value in recognizing patterns from the past in order to make transformative changes.

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    Lori Gottlieb

    Maybe You Should Talk To Someone

    This memoir by a therapist takes a touching (and at times humorous) approach to sharing stories about therapy as both a clinician and client. 

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    Dr. Irvin Yalom

    The Gift of Therapy

    An existentialist's guide to therapy informed by Dr. Yalom's 35+ years of experience as a counselor. This takes the format of an open letter to novice therapists and clients.

    Understanding Therapy
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    Dr. Bessel van der Kolk

    The Body Keeps The Score

    This book is a detailed and comprehensive guide to understanding the biochemistry of trauma. 

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    Jon Kabat-Zinn

    Wherever You Go, There You Are

    Many people with anxiety and depression have difficulty staying present. This is the perfect introduction to mindfulness practices that help you tune in. 

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    Peter Levine

    Walking the Tiger: Healing Trauma

    If you are dealing with symptoms of panic, this book helps you to understand how feeling "stuck" is a normal trauma response. It also gives guidance on healing from these memories.

    Understanding the Body
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    Keith Witt

    The Gift of Shame

    Many people in therapy are overwhelmed with experiences of shame. Learn how this emotion is valuable and can be harnessed for growth.

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    Brene Brown

    Rising Strong

    Vulnerability expert Brene Brown offers insight on how to live a fulfilling life.

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    Jonathan Haidt

    The Happiness Hypothesis

    What is happiness and where does it come from? If you are seeking to understand the human condition through ancient wisdom and modern psychology this is the book for you.

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    Melody Beattie

    Codependent No More

    Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of self-betrayal? You might be codependent. This book clearly defines the characteristics of codependency and provides guidance for moving into a healthier style of relating. 

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    Dr. Lindsay Gibson

    Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

    Suffering from lingering feelings of anger, loneliness, betrayal or abandonment in your childhood? Read about how to heal from not having your emotional needs met and learn how to create positive relationships.

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    Mark Wolynn

    It Didn't Start With You

    Trauma is inherited. Learn more about the genetic and environmental truths of emotional legacies. 

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    Amir Levine

    Attached

    Since John Bowlby first started investigating attachment in the 1950s, we have been learning about how humans find and sustain love. This book details the three main styles: secure, anxious, and avoidant.

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    Ibram X. Kendi

    How To Be An Antiracist

    It is crucial that all Americans, regardless of their race, be informed and active participants in dismantling white supremacist culture. This book provides tools for addressing cultural prejudice and personal biases.

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    Glennon Doyle

    Untamed

    This memoir touches on the many struggles women, especially mothers, face when finding their voice. If you need to "stop pleasing and start living," check out this book.

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    Cheryl Strayed

    Wild

    After losing her mother, Cheryl Strayed sets out on a journey of self-discovery. Follow her physical, emotional, and spiritual journey along the Pacific Crest Trail.

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    Bruce Feiler

    Life Is In The Transitions

    Major life changes can be disorienting. This book normalizes the process of growing through the discomfort of a non-linear life.

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    Drs. John & Julie Gottman

    Eight Dates: Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love 

    If you are looking to reconnect with your partner or assess if a new flame has what it takes, read this book! Each chapter outlines values essential to a happy, healthy relationship and offers date night exercises to nurture them. 

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