READING and RESOURCES
READING
Here are a few insightful books that I highly recommend for clients who are interested in exploring more about trauma, enhancing their creativity, and improving the quality of their relationships.
Relationships:
Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples: Third Edition by Harville Hendrix Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D.
This book offers a variety of targeted exercises and provides clarity on how couples can understand and effectively revive their romance while also working to remove negativity and unhealthy patterns from their relationship.
Making Marriage Simple: Ten Relationship-Saving Truths by Harville Hendrix Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D.
This is an easy-to-understand book that thoroughly outlines the essential steps necessary to create a more satisfying and fulfilling partnership. It includes meaningful discussions on how to understand the various difficulties and challenges that often arise in the course of a relationship, as well as practical exercises designed to enhance the romantic and loving feelings between partners.
Trauma:
Getting Past Your Past: Take Control of Your Life with Self-Help Techniques from EMDR Therapy by Francine Shapiro Ph.D.
Dr. Shapiro's book explains how past trauma can cause current pain. With clear examples and simple self-help methods, readers can shift from focusing on their problems to finding ways to feel better and transform their lives.
Tapping In: A Step-by-Step Guide to Activating Your Healing Resources Through Bilateral Stimulation by Laurel Parnell Ph.D.
Dr. Parnell explains how to discover and use positive resourcing for more grounding and peace. She provides simple examples and questions to help readers find personal strategies that suit them.
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
Dr. van der Kolk eloquently explains the intricate science of trauma while providing compelling human stories that illustrate the profound effects of trauma on individuals. Additionally, he thoughtfully explores various effective paths to recovery, shedding light on the healing process that many can undertake.
Trauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence--from Domestic Abuse to Political Terror by Judith Herman
This is a great book about human trauma and the recovery process. It helps readers understand how trauma affects one’s life and how healing happens.
Creativity:
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
This insightful book provides a variety of exercises and techniques designed to gently guide individuals through and beyond their creative blocks. Each method encourages a reflective approach, enabling readers to explore their thoughts and emotions while fostering a greater sense of creativity.
The Creative Fire: Myths and Stories on the Cycles of Creativity, Audio CD, by Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D.
Dr. Estés’ use of myth and story intricately weaves together various elements to deeply explore the complexities of creativity and the negative complexes that can often hinder genuine creative exploration and authentic artistic expression.
RESOURCES
ADHD
ADDA - Attention Deficit Disorder Association
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, NIMH
Alcohol Recovery and Support for Family and Friends
SAMHSA's Substance Abuse/Addiction
SAMHSA's Treatment and Recovery
Rethinking Drinking “Check your drinking pattern, see signs of a problem, get tools to make a change”
RECOVERY PROGRAMS
Alcoholics Anonymous
Refuge Recovery
Smart Recovery
Women for Sobriety
FAMILY and FRIENDS
Al-Anon Family Groups and Alateen (includes Al-Anon online meetings) al-anon.org
National Association for Children of Addiction (applies to alcohol also)
Anxiety Disorders
Answers to Your Questions About Panic Disorder
Anxiety Test
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Mayo Clinic
International OCD Foundation
Calm Clinic
Chronic Fatigue
Depression
Depression and How Therapy Can Help
Grief and Loss
Grief and Loss (Johns Hopkins Medicine)
Help Guide For Coping With Grief and Loss
Suicide Awareness & Hotlines
If you are having an emergency, please call 911 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255
Live On Utah
SAMHSA's Suicide Prevention
Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
Suicide: Read This First
Suicide Prevention Lifelineline 1-800-273-8255 or 988
Trauma, PTSD, and EMDR
American Psychological Association - Trauma Information and Podcasts
EMDRIA - About EMDR Therapy
National Center for PTSD
SAMHSA - Trauma and Violence
RAINN - Nation's anti-sexual violence organization. RAINN crisis hotline is 800-656-4673.
UTAH Crisis Resources:
UNI Crisis Line: 801.587.3000
Rape Recovery Center 24 Hour Crisis Line: 801.467.7273
Mindfulness
Mindfulness Exercises (Mayo Clinic)
5 Ways to Bring Mindfulness Into Everyday Life