Self-help resources

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In therapy, I often refer to a variety of self-help resources to support clients on their journey toward healing and personal growth. To make these valuable tools more accessible, I've compiled a list of them here for clients, potential clients, and anyone interested.

Another Look at Depression, essay by Debbie Whittle about listening to depression and finding meaning and growth in that pain. Please be aware that this essay explores the topics of suicide and wanting to die. 

The Harm Reduction Guide to Coming off of Psychiatric Medication, Published by Icarus Project and The Freedom Center.  This free guide offers options and resources regarding safely reducing or coming off psychiatric drugs. 

Identify, Accept, Attribute, Act (IAAA) Instructions, Practice developed by Jonice Webb for cultivating curiosity of feelings and developing intuition.

Mindful Awareness Research Center, Excellent resource for meditation practice.  Perfect for beginners or experienced meditators.  Free phone app and guided meditations on website.

Self-Compassion Break, Practice developed by Kristen Neff for being kind to self during moments of pain (physical, emotional, spiritual). 

The Self-Help Guide to Talking with Voices, Ideas for people who hear voices and want to try engaging in dialogue with them. Free E-Zine by Rufus May & Elisabeth Svanholmer.