Mental Health Techniques

You know those days when you just can't even? When everything is haywire and everyone, including yourself, seems to be against you? Your to-do list is a mile long; your kid is sick, traffic sucks, and you just spilled coffee all over yourself as you were about to walk out the door? How do you cope? We guess you could say "f--k it" and go back to bed with a bottle of whiskey at 10 a.m., but check out these more sustainable and helpful alternatives by Dr. Faith first. This is the first book of its kind to break down coping skills by type of situation.

#1 New York Times bestseller “Essential reading for anyone interested in understanding and treating traumatic stress and the scope of its impact on society.” —Alexander McFarlane, Director of the Centre for Traumatic Stress Studies A pioneering researcher transforms our understanding of...

You're not broken. You're neurodivergent—and you're not alone. More adults than ever are discovering they have ADHD, autism, dyslexia, OCD, and other forms of neurodivergence—often after years of feeling “off,” misunderstood, or exhausted from trying to fit in. Neurodivergent Adults: Thriving with ADHD, Autism, and More in a Neurotypical World is a practical, compassionate guide to understanding your brain, breaking free from shame, and building a life that truly works for you. Written by psychotherapist and fellow neurodivergent Richard L. Travis, this book is packed with real-life...

Doing small things to prioritize your own well-being is essential, especially for women, who are often the caretakers of everyone else in their lives. Self-Care Activities for Women encourages you to spend time on you, with a wide variety of ways you can relax, reset, and find a little joy.

Depression is one of the most common forms of psychological distress, with over 280 million people around the world estimated to be living with depression. While depression is extremely common, the good news is it's also extremely treatable. Based on Dr Tim Sharp's three decades of knowledge and experience, Habits for Mastering Depression is a 10-step program to guide your journey to understanding, managing and mastering your depression.

Nina Spadaro, Ed.D., Tiffany Rush-Wilson, Ph.D., and Rives Thornton, M.S. bring counseling skills to life in this multi-media e-book. The inclusion of innovative video demonstrations, acted out by the authors, provides an invaluable supplement to the engaging, highly readable text and is a bonus for students who learn best by observing. This seamless integration makes the book a user-friendly tool for both the beginning counseling student and the experienced professional alike. The authors outline microskills - verbal and nonverbal techniques that are counseling building blocks. They also ...

Unlock the depths of your true self and heal from past trauma—without getting overwhelmed or lost along the way. Are you tired of unresolved childhood wounds clouding your present happiness? Do you feel trapped in recurring cycles, unable to find peace and clarity? Have past attempts at self-discovery left you feeling more confused than healed? If you answered "yes" to these questions, know you’re not alone. Many embark on a journey of self-growth only to find themselves stuck without the right tools or guidance. Imagine if you could forge a path to your true self that allows you to ...

Navigating the intricate world of psychiatric medications can be overwhelming. "Pharmacology Mnemonics for the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner" offers a groundbreaking tool to simplify and enhance the learning of psychiatric pharmacology through effective mnemonics. This essential guide systematically unfolds the complexities of psychiatric medications across eight detailed chapters, each focused on a different class of medications or clinical considerations: Chapter 1: Basics of Psychiatric Medications - Get to grips with brain chemistry, drug classifications, and pharmacokinetics using ...

Escape the turbulent cycle of disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) and say goodbye to mood swings and emotional turmoil with the practical and evidence-based strategies in this groundbreaking book. Written specifically for parents by a natural health expert and father of a child with DMDD who knows, this definitive guide provides a roadmap to help your child overcome DMDD using natural solutions. Discover what factors cause DMDD and how your child’s brain processes emotions, sensory input, social cues, and situations differently than neurotypical children. Get practical advice ...

How do you love a child who is destroying themselves? You fight. You beg. You rescue. You wait for the call that will shatter you forever. You cancel appointments, decline invitations, and drive them every morning while they are rude in the passenger seat—because love does not know what else to do. But what if saving them means losing yourself? This book is for the parent who is drowning in guilt, fear, and exhaustion. The one who has tried everything — prayer, ultimatums, therapy, silence, screaming — and is still losing the battle against addiction. The one who understands, ...

Break free of your self-imposed mental prison. Stop Overthinking is a book that understands what you’ve been through, the exhausting situation you’ve put yourself into, and how you lose your mind in the trap of anxiety and stress. Acclaimed author Nick Trenton will walk you through the obstacles, with detailed and proven techniques, to help you rewire your brain, control your thoughts, and change your mental habits.

From the bestselling author of the flower that went mad comes a new collection of poetry that focuses on the many things that people have been too afraid to open up about: grief, heartbreak and rejection, loneliness, depression and suicide, loss, and healing from trauma. the words i could never say allows you to feel alive again, to express and not be judged for once, and to inspire at least one more person next to you. Most importantly, it centers on the value of life and the power of hope. You’ve slowly surrendered yourself to all the misery around you. But there is something that you ...

Get Out of Your Mind & Into Your Life introduces Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a new approach to psychotherapy that reevaluates our most basic assumptions about mental health, and details how ACT can help you to embrace life and everything it has to offer.

Until sophomore year of high school, 15-year-old Allison Britz lived a comfortable life in an idyllic town. She was a dedicated student with tons of extracurricular activities, friends, and loving parents at home. But after awakening from a vivid nightmare in which she was diagnosed with brain cancer, she was convinced the dream had been a warning. Allison believed that she must do something to stop the cancer in her dream from becoming a reality.

Learn how to fully return to peace with the transformative healing of Somatic Therapy. Calm your mind & body to start living the life you want yet never thought you could have. In a world where stress, trauma, and emotional wounds can accumulate and manifest as physical and psychological pain, the significance of these techniques cannot be overstated.

Do you ever feel like you're being manipulated, even when you can’t quite put your finger on how or why? Are you tired of falling for mind games, emotional traps, or subtle pressure tactics in relationships, at work, or in everyday conversations? You’re not alone, and you’re not powerless. In a world where psychological manipulation is everywhere, knowing how to spot it, defend against it, and use influence ethically is more than just helpful... it's essential. Introducing 150 Manipulation Techniques: Defend Against Dark Psychology, Spot Emotional Control, and Build Ethical Influence ...

Essential Psychodynamic Psychotherapy: An Acquired Art provides an essential, accessible grounding in current psychodynamic theory and practice for a wide range of readers. For trainees, it offers a very useful toolset to help them make the transition from purely theoretical training to the...

Tired of the tantrum tornado? Get the go-to guide for turning tearful chaos into cheerful harmony! Picture yourself in the grocery store, juggling a long shopping list, a wayward cart, and a toddler on the brink of a meltdown. They want candy, and despite your best efforts, nothing seems to calm them down. You feel the weight of other shoppers stares and it only adds to your stress. You try everything from deep breaths to distractions, but nothing works. In this moment, you might feel like you’ve failed as a parent. But what if there was a different way? What if there were proven ways to ...

Unlock the full potential of your mind with 'The Brain Song Revealed: A Neuroscientific Approach to Mental Mastery.' This book offers a clear, practical guide to understanding and harnessing the power of your brain. Imagine your mind as a dynamic orchestra, where each neuron and synapse plays a crucial role in the grand performance of your life. Learn how to conduct this orchestra with finesse and achieve a harmonious mental state. - Discover the secrets of neuroplasticity and how it enables profound mental change. - Explore the brain's architecture and understand how its structures shape ...

Where the Mind Meets the Miles: Finding Peace & Purpose One Run at a Time A motivational running book for mental strength, emotional clarity, and burnout recovery. Are you running to escape, or to arrive? If you’ve ever laced up your shoes in search of clarity, confidence, or calm, this book is for you. Whether you’re a beginner chasing peace of mind, a seasoned runner fighting burnout, or simply looking for more than medals and miles, Where the Mind Meets the Miles will meet you where you are. Inside you’ll find how running can: ✅ Turn stress, self-doubt, and burnout into ...