I am in training for EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing).  I am excited to bring this practice to my psychotherapy sessions with clients.  I have trained in Parts 1 & 2 of Laurel Parnell's Attachment Focused EMDR (Relational, part of Therapy, not just a technique). I am currently attending consultations and plan to attend Part 3 to complete my Parnell EMDR training.  :)

I recommend "Attached" by Amir Levine, MD. and Rachel S.F. Heller, M.A.  It's about Adult relationships, relating to 3 Attachment styles (based on early parental relationships): Avoidant, Secure, Anxious.

Also, recommend: "Tapping In" by Laurel Parnell, PhD, which is related to EMDR. (a technique you can do on your own)

"Mind over Mood" by Dennis Greenberger, PhD & Christine A. Padesky, PhD for do it yourself Cognitive Therapy,  including worksheets.

I recommend She-ology: The Definitive Guide to Women’s Intimate Health. Period. Excellent health book for women.  By Dr. Sherry A. Ross, a Lesbian Gynecologist.

Gay Men: check out The Velvet Rage by Alan Downs.  

Watch :

"Heal" , "Explained" episode on Mindfullness, on Netflix.

Ted Talk with Brene Brown: The Power of Vulnerability.  Find other talks from Brene Brown on U Tube.  

Check out 

Mindful.org  (mindfulness for peace and calming)

 TracyMcMillan.com for words of wisdom on living and relationships.

*Do something that brings you joy everyday.

*Write down your worrisome thoughts to get them out of your head.  It works!

*Create a Gratitude list to boost your mood.  Review it daily.

*Become aware of your body sensations.  Feelings are often stored in your body.  Then, do a body scan meditation (check out u tube) or other mindful activity.

*Become aware of your thoughts.  Write them down and share with your therapist.  Notice if they are irrational, negative, catastrophic, or "black or white".