I never initiate recommending self-help books to clients but sometimes they ask for suggestions. And when that happens, my safest pick is always Brené Brown. Her books are insightful, there are lots of takeaway messages, and she includes stuff that you can act on immediately (if that’s your thing). In summary, her books are accessible, broadly applicable, and most importantly, don’t contain stuff that is likely to be triggering, or catch people off-guard.

If there was such a thing as a ‘therapy coffee table book’, Atlas of the Heart is it. I would also describe it as Brené Brown’s Greatest Hits Collection. Continue reading →