How to be an Adult in RelationshipsI first discovered this book at Kramer Books in Dupont Circle when I was out with a girlfriend, we both picked up David Richo’s book when we saw the tittle, ‘cause guess what, we did not feel like adults in any of our recent relationships. The content of this book can help not only with romantic relationships but also adds…Read More

Codependent No MoreMelody Beattie is the expert on codependence, a term that originated in the initial chemical dependence treatment/ Alcoholics Anonymous movement. The book does feel a bit dated when you read it and there is an updated version available if you prefer. This books talks about what codependency is, how it develops, and steps you can take to change your relationships.…Read More

Brene Brown and the Gifts of ImperfectionIf you haven’t listened to Brene Brown’s TED Talks on vulnerability and shame, do it now. Brene Browns books work well as audiobooks if you don’t have time to sit down and read because she is such a powerful and clear speaker.  She targets in on our very human insecurities and normalizes them and helps talk about ways to adjust our…Read More

The Power of Vulnerability by Brené Brown  I would love to share this TED talk with you, this is what they had to say about the video, “Brené Brown studies human connection — our ability to empathize, belong, love. In a poignant, funny talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as…Read More

Listening to Shame by Brené BrownShame is an unspoken epidemic, the secret behind many forms of broken behavior. Brené Brown, whose earlier talk on vulnerability became a viral hit, explores what can happen when people confront their shame head-on. Her own humor, humanity and vulnerability shine through every word. This talk was presented at an official TED conference, and was featured by our editors on…Read More

Come As You AreSo many of my clients are unhappy with their sex lives and feel broken because of it. I have found that many women want to want to have sex and be intimate but never feel turned on. I’ve had men complain that they don’t know how to approach their partners sexually anymore since they feel constantly rejected. This book with help.…Read More

Many Lives Many MastersI first read this book in 1996. A friend’s father has recently passed and another friend suggested he read this and then all of a sudden it was making the rounds of our friend groups. It’s not THE thing that inspired me to become a therapist but it’s probably one of them.   The book was written by a psychiatrist…Read More

Veronica Decides to Die by Paulo CoelhoWhat in the world is a psychologist doing recommending a book with this title? I think I first read this book in the year or two after college…. Whenever I went to a bookstore to browse it ended up in my hand and I kept putting it back on the shelf and saying no, I don’t need to read a…Read More