These books and resources have shaped my thinking, supported my learning, or offered meaningful points of reflection.
Reading can open language, offer recognition and invite reflection. Please go gently with any material that touches difficult experiences.
Each title includes a link to Google Books, where you can read more about the book.
Therapy, relationship and self understanding
The Gift of TherapyIrvin D. Yalom
Awareness, Dialogue and ProcessGary M. Yontef
Gestalt Therapy: Excitement and Growth in the Human PersonalityFritz Perls, Ralph Hefferline and Paul Goodman
Trauma informed practice and the body
Waking the TigerPeter A. Levine
The Body Keeps the ScoreBessel van der Kolk
AnchoredDeb Dana
Autism, ADHD and neurodiversity
Unmasking AutismDevon PriceMasking, identity and neurodiversity affirming reflection.
Is This Autism?Donna Henderson, Sarah Wayland and Jamell WhiteA clear resource on the many ways autism can present.
Divergent MindJenara NerenbergA reflective book on neurodivergence, gender and difference.
Taking Charge of Adult ADHDRussell A. BarkleyA practical and well known book on adult ADHD.
ADHD 2.0Edward M. Hallowell and John J. RateyA short, accessible book on ADHD across life.
Neurodiversity at WorkAmanda Kirby and Theo SmithUseful for thinking about inclusion, workplaces and support.
Relationships, boundaries and communication
Set Boundaries, Find PeaceNedra Glover Tawwab
All About Lovebell hooks
Nonviolent CommunicationMarshall B. Rosenberg
Grief, shame and emotional life
Atlas of the HeartBrené Brown
The Wild Edge of SorrowFrancis Weller
On Grief and GrievingElisabeth Kübler-Ross and David Kessler
LGBTIQ+ identity, belonging and affirmative practice
The Queer and Transgender Resilience WorkbookAnneliese A. Singh
Queering PsychotherapyEdited by Jane C. Czyzselska
Trans Bodies, Trans SelvesEdited by Laura Erickson-Schroth