Press & Resources
Helpful Resources & Links
5 Minute Guide to Feel Radically Calmer - a free grounding exercise that’s great if you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stressed
Some of my favorite (and most recommended) books and resources for clients:
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown
The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work by John Gottman
for parents
Postpartum Support International - find a provider in your area who specializes in maternal mental health, call the HelpLine for quick support, and connect with local support groups
Seleni Institute - excellent source for articles, information, and support for pregnancy and parenting
Favorite pregnancy resources:
Expecting Better by Emily Oster
Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
The Birth Book by William and Martha Sears
Favorite parenting resources:
Janet Lansbury - Janet has a wonderful website with a ton of great information about child development, how to cope with common parenting struggles, and how to build a foundation for a strong, mutually fulfilling relationship with our children. I also highly recommend her podcast, “Unruffled,” and both of her books (listed below).
No Bad Kids: Toddler Discipline without Shame
Elevating Childcare: A Guide to Respectful Parenting
No-Drama Discipline by Daniel Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson
Aha! Parenting - website of Dr. Laura Markham, author of Peaceful Parents, Happy Kids
Favorite sleep resources:
Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child by Marc Weissbluth, M.D.
for highly sensitive people
The Highly Sensitive Person - Dr. Elaine Aron’s website; find self-tests for assessing yourself or your child, plus a ton of helpful articles, resources, and research regarding the HS trait
Julie Bjelland - another wonderful resource and sensitivity expert; she also has a podcast, blog, and newsletter for HSPs
Highly Sensitive Refuge - an online publication and community for educating and empowering highly sensitive people
Favorite HSP books:
The Highly Sensitive Person by Dr. Elaine Aron
The Highly Sensitive Parent by Dr. Elaine Aron
Raising Your Spirited Child by Mary Sheedy Kurcinka (not written specifically about highly sensitive children, but still very applicable!)
Featured Publications
“If You're Feeling Stressed, These 9 Therapist-Approved Techniques Can Help You Relax” (Popsugar)
“How to Divorce-Proof Your Marriage during Coronavirus” (Fatherly)
“5 Tantrum-taming Secrets from a Family Therapist” (Motherly)
“5 Postpartum Depression Symptoms You May Not Have Heard of” (Motherly)
“Dorms Close. Life Carries On: Managing Your Anxiety Amid the Coronavirus Outbreak” (Rewire)