Resources
Books
DBT For Life - Skills to Transform the way you Live. By Diana Partington.
This book truly changes lives! Thoughtful authorship and engaging illustrations make this a standout resource — one that holds the seriousness of DBT while keeping the material approachable and easy to engage with
CBT + DBT + ACT Therapy Workbook - 7 books in 1. By Jim Horton.
A collection of science-backed techniques to help you understand your patterns, strengthen coping skills, and create lasting changes in your daily life. Combines the core principles of CBT, DBT, and ACT.
ACT Daily Journal - Get Unstuck and Live Fully with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. By Diana Hill, PhD & Debbie Sorensen, PhD.
With meaningful prompts to help you understand
The Illustrated Happiness Trap: How to Stop Struggling and Start Living. By Russ Harris and Bev Aisbett.
A fun illustrated companion to The Happiness Trap (2nd Edition) which makes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) accessible to help you start living a life that’s far richer, fuller, and more meaningful.
How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk - by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish.
An easy and entertaining read that provides techniques that are so simple, yet so effective. If you’ve already experienced your pre-teen adding another level How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk follows similar principles but written for a more developmentally appropriate stage. Time well-spent now to save headaches later!
The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness. By Jonathan Haidt
An eye-opening detailing of what is contributing to a decline in the mental health of adolescents. Insightful, powerful, and hopeful with a clear call to action. Literally a “must-read!”
Breaking Free of Child Anxiety & OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents. By Eli R. Lebowitz, PhD.
I always recommend ordering the audible version along with the paperback for the best experience. With worksheets included, Dr. Lebowitz has helped develop a transformative approach and described how parents can foster independence while still supporting their children and ultimately reduce the hold their child's anxiety has taken over the entire family.
Digital Resources
Websites and Articles:
ADDitudeMag.com - a plethora of resources for children and adults with neurodiversity. Below are some helpful articles and resources from this site:
Big Life Journal and GrowthMinded Membership - “Award-winning tools for future-ready life skills.” I absolutely love these resources and find tools for building confidence, resilience, adaptability, emotional intelligence, and a growth mindset! There are free resources offered as well as many paid options. The GrowthMinded Membership is awesome for parents who want practical tools to help build the life skills their kids need.
TheMentorWell.com - Founded by a parent who didn't recognize the warning signs until it was too late. The Mentor Well helps parents recognize early warning signs of teen mental health struggles, start difficult conversations, and take action before it becomes a crisis. They support teens through mentorship that meets them where they are — not where we think they should be.
Help find a mentor for your teen:
Meet Our Mentors | Connect and Grow Today — THE MENTOR WELLGet support as a parent:
MentorWell Parent Circle | Supportive Parenting Community - Join Now — THE MENTOR WELL
Podcasts:
Suffering Optional. Where DBT meets the Dharma - find anywhere you listen to podcasts. I like Amazon:
https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/6e563c82-12bc-4395-8b4a-cca7890a5ed8/suffering-optional
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People
Dr. Ross Greene - a clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and founder of the evidence-based model of care: Collaborative & Proactive Solutions (CPS). Learn more at: LIVES IN THE BALANCE.org
I have had the privilege to work with a wide range of compassionate, talented, and generous professionals and would be happy to refer you.
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