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Favorites from Our Bookshelves

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We asked Bethesda Therapy clinicians about what their favorite books to use with clients are these days, and here’s what they had to say:

Shakira Ramsey

Shakira Ramsey

Everyday Mindfulness for OCD

This book has been a game-changer for clients learning to manage OCD; it offers mindful strategies that help them observe their thoughts with less judgment and anxiety, creating space for a more peaceful life.
Everyday Mindfulness for OCD
Everday Mindfulness for OCD
by John Hershfield and Shala Nicely
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Colleen Jordon LCSW-C

Colleen Jordon

The Gifts of Imperfection

Brene Brown writes in a way that is accessible to many, even when writing about tough subjects such as vulnerability. This book has helped me look at emotions such as joy and vulnerability, and appreciate the importance of both.
The Gifts of Imperfection
The Gifts of Imperfection
by Brene Brown
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Melissa Murphy, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW, C-DBT

Melissa Murphy

The BFRB Recovery Workbook

It’s a fantastic resource for clients struggling with Trichotillomania and other BFRBs. I love how it explains the causes and provides strategies for managing these challenges, offering hope and understanding.
The BFRB Recovery Workbook
The BFRB Recovery Workbook
by Marla Deibler
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Mary Alice Reilly, LMSW

Mary Alice Reilly

Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents

Many of us struggle in adult relationships—with others, our work, and ourselves—if we grew up with chaotic, avoidant, or neglectful parents. This book helps reflect on childhood experiences, understand how family systems shaped us, and identify areas to grow as adults to create a better life.
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
by Lindsay C. Gibson
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Morgan Russo

Hold Me Tight

I recommend this book to couples interested in learning about attachment theory. It’s insightful and helps individuals better understand themselves and their partners. It replaces negative thoughts about behaviors with a deeper understanding of the need for connection that can drive unhelpful or puzzling behavior.

Hold Me Tight
Hold Me Tight
by Sue Johnson
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Hassti Hamidi, LMSW

Hassti Hamidi

But What Will People Say?

Kohli explores the intersections of culture, family, and mental health through a personal narrative highlighting the challenges of balancing cultural expectations. Ideal for children of immigrants or anyone navigating dual value systems, it empowers clients and therapists to address mental health issues sensitively, improving care.
But What Will People Say?
But What Will People Say?
by Sahaj Kaur Kohli
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Christopher Hawks LCSW-C

Christopher Hawks

The Loss That is Forever

A book I often turn to when addressing trauma from the loss of a parent is The Loss That is Forever by Maxine Harris. It provides deep insight into how such losses shape a person’s life and identity, offering comfort and understanding for clients navigating this profound grief.
The Loss That is Forever
The Loss That is Forever
by Maxine Harris
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Emily Star

Set Boundaries, Find Peace

Many folks I work with were taught that they should put others’ needs first, even if it made them resentful and stressed. This book helped them learn some other options, and gave them practical scripts to use with other people to set and maintain boundaries.

Set Boundaries, Find Peace
Set Boundaries, Find Peace
by Nedra Tawwab
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