Services Psychology

This practical guide explains how you can apply key principles in psychology to build products and experiences that are more intuitive and human-centered. Author Jon Yablonski deconstructs familiar apps and experiences to provide clear examples of how UX designers can build experiences that adapt to how users perceive and process digital interfaces.

Stop barking, pulling, and chaos — discover the 10 secrets dog trainers rely on every day. Award-winning service dog trainer Kendall Brown has spent over 13 years raising and training dogs that must be calm, focused, and reliable in every situation. In 10 Secrets of a Lazy Dog Trainer, she reveals the exact shortcuts professionals use to turn chaos into calm — without endless drills, expensive classes, or confusing jargon. Inside, you’ll learn how to: Understand how your dog thinks, feels, and makes decisions Discover your own Dog Parent Type and how it shapes your training style ...

Bestselling author and teacher Casey Watson shares the horrifying true story of Kiera Bentley, a 12-year-old girl with a deeply shocking secret she’s too young to even understand. When Casey first meets Kiera, a small slight girl who’s just lashed out at a fellow pupil in assembly, she...

The Seventh Level Explained: Abraham Maslow’s Theory of Transcendence, Self-Transcendence, and the Hidden Spiritual Dimension of Human Motivation Most people know Abraham Maslow for the hierarchy of needs and the concept of self-actualization. Few realize that near the end of his life, Maslow revised his own theory and proposed a higher stage beyond self-actualization: self-transcendence. In The Seventh Level Explained, you will discover the overlooked dimension of Maslow’s psychology that explores spirituality, interconnectedness, meaning, service, and the expansion of identity beyond ...

In "Counseling Psychology (The Essential Guide for Counseling Centers): A Deep Dive into Theories and Techniques for Aspiring and Seasoned Counselors," Ali Muattar presents a comprehensive handbook that unlocks the power of counseling psychology and provides invaluable insights for counselors, therapists, and individuals seeking self-improvement. Drawing upon years of expertise in the field, Muattar delves into the essential principles, techniques, and strategies that form the foundation of effective counseling. Focusing on practicality and real-world application, this guide equips readers ...

Rejected by her mother and excluded by her school, Flip is a little girl desperate to be loved. ‘Am I ugly, Mummy?’ are the first words that little Phillipa says to Mike and Casey as she stomps into their lives on a hot August afternoon. She has a Barbie doll in one hand and a pink vanity...

Drawing upon principles of stress management, cognitive behavioral therapy, positive psychology, mindfulness, and teacher experiences, Awakened helps you develop thought habits that produce a greater sense of satisfaction, motivation, and purpose. Learn how to renew your mind and take a fresh approach toward the challenges of teaching!

Linda Kaplan Thaler and Robin Koval have moved to the top of the advertising industry by following a simple but powerful philosophy: it pays to be nice. While so many companies encourage a dog-eat-dog mentality, The Kaplan Thaler Group has succeeded through chocolate and flowers.

In The Moral Injury Spectrum, clinical psychologists C. Richard Spates Ph.D. and Karis L. Callaway Ph.D. (narrating their own work) deliver a definitive exploration of moral injury—the silent epidemic ravaging veterans, health care workers, educators, and first responders. Published by Audiobook Publishing Services, this audiobook bridges rigorous research, clinical tools, and societal solutions to address one of psychology’s most urgent crises.

Every time you tap a card, select a tip, or let a subscription renew, a psychological transaction happens before the financial one is complete. The payments industry says it moves money. In Approved, veteran payments insider Ben Love argues that it has spent three decades moving something less visible: the feeling of money leaving. Drawing on twenty-eight years inside the industry across thirty-six countries, Love follows the transaction from both sides of the counter - from the cardholder's pain of paying to the merchant's unreadable statement and the sales machine built around both. ...

Should you get a puppy or an adult dog? Should you go through a breeder, shelter, rescue or private party, and what are some red flags and warning signs? How do you pick out the perfect dog for your lifestyle and needs? In "Let's Get a Dog!", the second book in her empowering series "Secrets of a Lazy Dog Trainer," Kendall Brown addresses all these questions and more, inspiring both new and seasoned dog owners to embark on a fulfilling journey of pet ownership. This essential guide is crafted for anyone excited to add a dog to their family, ensuring a harmonious transition into this ...

Hiding in Plain Sight is not another war story or celebration of strength-it's a brutally honest account of how thirty years of service as a veteran and first responder slowly dismantled one man's identity, marriage, and sense of self. Doug White opens up about post-traumatic stress injuries, emotional collapse, and the fallout of a life spent serving others while ignoring his own breaking points. But this isn't a story about trauma-it's a story about growth, honesty, and the long road back to being whole.

This powerful audiobook, narrated by Brad Derry, delivers practical strategies, real-life case studies, and clinical insights designed to empower individuals living with Bipolar 2 and those supporting them. From accurate diagnosis to effective treatment options and long-term wellness techniques, this guide provides the knowledge you need to take control of your mental health journey.

This book is proposal to leaders, teachers and students of A Course In Miracles (ACIM) to join together in order to establish an organized and united approach to disseminate Jesus' new covenant to our world society and future generations. Using Bill Wilson's system to deflate EGO and enhance a Spiritual Awakening (that he developed for Alcoholics Anonymous World Services - AAWS), the author proposes that ACIM followers make extensive efforts to join with one another and form a democratic fellowship and a corporate administration based upon moral and spiritual principles that keep EGO ...

We are entering a new economy. One where artificial intelligence is replacing everything that can be done through a screen. But there is one category of work that is not being replaced—only elevated: Human service. And at the center of that future is the beauty industry. Human First is a practical, research-backed guide designed for beauty professionals who want more than just technical skill. It teaches you how to: Read any client within seconds using proven behavioral frameworks Understand the emotional drivers behind every decision Communicate with precision using real-world scripts ...

Empowering Change: Harnessing the Strengths-Based Approach in Social Work and Human Services offers a powerful reimagining of how we view people, communities, and their potential. Instead of focusing on deficits and problems, this book shows how to uncover and amplify the capacities, talents, and resilience that individuals already possess. Rooted in the principles of respect, collaboration, and empowerment, the strengths-based approach has transformed the practice of social work, counseling, education, and healthcare. Inside this comprehensive guide, you will discover: The history and core...

You made something useful. You offered something valuable. So why aren’t customers buying? The problem may not be your product, service, or idea. It may be the connection between what you offer and what your customer actually wants relieved. Pain Points is a practical marketing field guide for small business owners, creators, product sellers, freelancers, consultants, service providers, coaches, authors, and entrepreneurs who are tired of guessing what customers want. Instead of offering another collection of advertising tricks, this book shows you how to identify real customer problems, ...

Why do humans behave like walking group projects—sometimes brilliant, sometimes ridiculous, and always tribal? The Tribal Mirror: Why We’re All a Little Narcissistic takes readers on a lively, humorous, and thought-provoking journey into the psychology of tribes, empathy, and the fragile pride that shapes modern life. Drawing from evolutionary science, social psychology, and history, Rex Nihilo reveals how our “tribal brain” helped small groups survive on the savannah but now struggles in a world of nations, algorithms, and billions of strangers. Blending storytelling, comedy, and ...

As they say, there are a thousand ways to use a knife. If one method isn't working, don't keep doing it. It's time you try another effective method to help students see themselves and the world from a different, much better perspective.

Unlock the hidden power of strategic silence with The Silence Advantage, the definitive guide for professionals who want to rise above the noise and command premium opportunities. Discover how leading consultants, trainers, lawyers, and advisors have transformed their careers by focusing on selective visibility, building deep trust, and harnessing the network effect to attract high-value clients through authentic recommendations. If you're a professional ready to break free from the exhausting cycle of chasing attention, this book offers you a proven roadmap to become indispensable within ...