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Updated April 21, 2026
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A shelter for sadness
Booth, Anne (Children's fiction writer)
Paper Book
A poignant and heartwarming picture book exploring the nature of sadness, beautifully illustrated by David Litchfield and now available in paperback.
How we break : navigating the wear and tear of living
Deary, Vincent
Paper Book
'Exhilarating... Wise and compassionate' New Statesman An expert, empathetic guide to the science, psychology and physiology of breaking, from the acclaimed author of How We Are What happens when our minds and bodies are pushed beyond their...
Change your diet, change your mind : a powerful plan to improve mood, overcome anxiety, and protect memory for a lifetime of optimal mental health
Ede, Georgia
Paper Book
Are you struggling with attention problems, mood swings, food obsession, or depression? Whatever the issue, you have far more control than you realize. In Change Your Diet, Change Your Mind, Dr Georgia Ede reveals that the most powerful way to change brain chemistry is with food - because...
And how does that make you feel? : everything you never wanted to know about therapy
Fletcher, Joshua
Paper Book
Hilarious, honest and helpful. Dr Alex George, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Mind Manual An informative, funny and absorbing look behind the scenes of the therapy room. I've recommended this to everyone. Rachel Barr, Neuroscientist...
What my bones know : a memoir of healing from complex trauma
Foo, Stephanie
Audiobook
NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * A searing memoir of reckoning and healing by acclaimed journalist Stephanie Foo, investigating the little-understood science behind complex PTSD and how it has shaped her life "Achingly exquisite . . . providing real hope for those who long to heal....
The modern trauma toolkit : nurture your post-traumatic growth with personalized solutions
Gibson, Christy
Paper Book
'A gem of a book' GABOR MATÉ 'The book for anyone who is committed to the healing path' LISSA RANKIN, MD 'A comprehensive collection of exercises that will enable the reader to experience the often forgotten universal wisdom that healing is dependent on...
The anxious generation : how the great rewiring of childhood is causing an epidemic of mental illness
Haidt, Jonathan
Paper Book
THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER 'Jonathan Haidt is a modern-day prophet, disguised as a psychologist . . . He points the way forward to a brighter, stronger future for us all' Susan Cain 'Compelling, readable - and incredibly chilling . . . remarkably...
How to be enough : self-acceptance for self-critics and perfectionists
Hendriksen, Ellen
Paper Book
A supportive, practical and science-based guide to overcoming perfectionism and restoring balance to your life.
Putting on the brakes :
Quinn, Patricia O.
Paper Book
Now in its 20th year of publication, Putting on the Brakes remains the essential go-to resource for kids, parents, and professionals looking for tips and techniques on managing attention disorders. This third edition is updated and revised throughout with the latest info, resources,...
Open when : a companion for life's twists and turns
Smith, Julie (Psychologist)
Paper Book
'Absolutely extraordinary...I needed this book 30 years ago.' MEL ROBBINS, #1 bestselling author of THE LET THEM THEORY Discover the uplifting guide to life's ups and downs from bestselling clinical psychologist and TikTok sensation Dr Julie, author of Why Has...
Your pocket therapist : break free from old patterns and transform your life
Zimmerman, Annie
Paper Book
Every day psychotherapist and social media sensation Dr Annie Zimmerman meets clients who are struggling with their lives. They're committed to making changes, but they're stuck at the question stage. They ask her - why do I keep going back to a bad relationship? Why did I lose my temper?...

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