resources

Healing doesn't happen only in therapy.

Sometimes it begins with a book that helps you feel understood, a simple grounding exercise, a meaningful conversation, or a moment of rest.

Here you'll find a collection of resources that will update periodically that have inspired me. They may support you wherever you are in your journey.

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A thoughtfully curated collection of articles, books, and resources to support your healing beyond the therapy room.

Healing Library

understanding trauma

The Body Keeps the Score, Bessel van der Kolk

What Happened To You?, Bruce Perry & Oprah

Waking the Tiger, Peter Levine

trauma recovery & complex trauma

Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving, Pete Walker

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents, Lindsay C. Gibson

self worth and healing

Self Compassion, Kristin Neff

The Gifts of Imperfection, Brené Brown

Radical Acceptance, Tara Brach

caregiver burnout & emotional health

Loving Someone Who Has Dementia, Pauline Boss

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, Emily Nagoski & Amelia Nagoski

Set Boundaries, Find Peace: A Guide to Reclaiming Yourself, Nedra Glover Tawwab

relationship & attachment

Attached, Amir Levine & Rachel Heller

Hold Me Tight, Sue Johnson

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stories that have stayed with me

When Breath Becomes Air, Paul Kalanithi

Educated, Tara Westover

The Glass Castle, Jeannette Walls

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb

Untamed, Glennon Doyle

A Bittersweet Season, Jane Gross

grief and loss

It’s OK That You’re Not OK, Megan Devine

The Grieving Brain, Mary-Frances O’Connor

Bearing the Unbearable, Joanne Cacciatore

Finding Meaning, Peter Levine

Inside the Prism

A quiet editorial space by True Colors Healing Collective.

Personal essays on trauma, the mental load, and the capacity to stop.

Blog
When Alzheimers Turns You Into the Unofficial Case Manager for Someone You Love
When Alzheimers Turns You Into the Unofficial Case Manager for Someone You Love
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The Part of My Brain Alzheimer's Took
The Part of My Brain Alzheimer's Took
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What to Expect After an EMDR Intensive: How You May Feel in the First 24 Hours, Days, and Weeks
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Thoughts to Sit With

Quote: "As you focus on healing generational trauma, don't forget to claim your generational strengths. Your ancestors gave you more than just wounds."
Quote: "Every storm runs out of rain."
Quote: "Healing is not a light switch. It's a lifelong journey. Moments of regression are a part of the process. Give yourself grace and continue continuing."
Quote: "It's okay to do less when you are dealing with more."

favorite comfort items



Healing can also be found in the small comforts we return to again and again. These are a few items I genuinely love and personally use.

I do not receive commissions or compensation for any items listed here. These are simply products I personally love and choose to share.

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Pluto Pillow

https://plutopillow.com/personalize

This pillow is custom made for you & you can test it out for 125 days. They will work with you to get your pillow right or they will process a full refund within those 125 days.

Bubble Blanket

https://a.co/d/01U5lwlU

I might have two of these ;)
This is the perfect cozy blanket and Waffles loves it, too.