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Introducing The Therapist's Bookshelf
Have you ever wondered what books mental health professionals actually read to help them in their work with clients?
Not the clinical or theoretical ones — but the books you could actually pick up, read, and find helpful.
Well you're in luck because I'm starting a new monthly series I’ll be doing this year called The Therapist’s Bookshelf.
Each month, I’ll read one book and then come on here to talk about it — what stood out to me, what challenged me, what I loved, what I didn’t love, and how I think about the ideas as both a therapist and a human. Most of these books are new to me, and a couple are ones I’m revisiting because they mattered that much.
Think of it like a laid-back book club — a space to talk honestly about ideas that help us understand ourselves, our relationships, and the hard parts of being human.
The books in this series touch on things like change, emotions, trauma, relationships, boundaries, habits, and meaning. Some are practical. Some are deeper. I’ve intentionally chosen a mix, knowing that different books will resonate with different people.
You’re welcome to read along each month — or not. You can simply listen to the episodes as they come out and take what’s helpful. Physical books, ebooks, and audiobooks are all welcome here.
The Therapist’s Bookshelf — Full Reading List
Here is the complete reading list for the series, in the order we’ll be moving through it:
January: Tiny Habits — BJ Fogg
February: How to Keep House While Drowning — KC Davis
March: Man’s Search for Meaning — Viktor Frankl
April: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone — Lori Gottlieb
May: Set Boundaries, Find Peace — Nedra Glover Tawwab
June: The New Rules of Marriage — Terrence Real
July: Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents — Lindsay C. Gibson
August: Running on Empty — Jonice Webb
September: The Gifts of Imperfection — Brené Brown
October: Atlas of the Heart — Brené Brown
November: Walking the Tiger — Peter Levine
December: No Bad Parts — Richard Schwartz
All of the books are listed here so you can follow along at your own pace — or simply use the episodes to decide which ones might be worth picking up.
If you’re enjoying the show, make sure to follow or subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes.
Let's get reading!
This episode was created by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist and the voice behind Let’s Sit With This.
If you want more therapy content that feels like a conversation, you can find me here:
Website: www.seekingpeaceok.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/seekingpeacecounseling
If you’re enjoying the podcast, following or subscribing helps more people find the show. And if an episode resonates, sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only. It is not therapy and does not replace individualized mental health care. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number.
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By Kristen Callaway, LMFTHave you ever wondered what books mental health professionals actually read to help them in their work with clients?
Not the clinical or theoretical ones — but the books you could actually pick up, read, and find helpful.
Well you're in luck because I'm starting a new monthly series I’ll be doing this year called The Therapist’s Bookshelf.
Each month, I’ll read one book and then come on here to talk about it — what stood out to me, what challenged me, what I loved, what I didn’t love, and how I think about the ideas as both a therapist and a human. Most of these books are new to me, and a couple are ones I’m revisiting because they mattered that much.
Think of it like a laid-back book club — a space to talk honestly about ideas that help us understand ourselves, our relationships, and the hard parts of being human.
The books in this series touch on things like change, emotions, trauma, relationships, boundaries, habits, and meaning. Some are practical. Some are deeper. I’ve intentionally chosen a mix, knowing that different books will resonate with different people.
You’re welcome to read along each month — or not. You can simply listen to the episodes as they come out and take what’s helpful. Physical books, ebooks, and audiobooks are all welcome here.
The Therapist’s Bookshelf — Full Reading List
Here is the complete reading list for the series, in the order we’ll be moving through it:
January: Tiny Habits — BJ Fogg
February: How to Keep House While Drowning — KC Davis
March: Man’s Search for Meaning — Viktor Frankl
April: Maybe You Should Talk to Someone — Lori Gottlieb
May: Set Boundaries, Find Peace — Nedra Glover Tawwab
June: The New Rules of Marriage — Terrence Real
July: Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents — Lindsay C. Gibson
August: Running on Empty — Jonice Webb
September: The Gifts of Imperfection — Brené Brown
October: Atlas of the Heart — Brené Brown
November: Walking the Tiger — Peter Levine
December: No Bad Parts — Richard Schwartz
All of the books are listed here so you can follow along at your own pace — or simply use the episodes to decide which ones might be worth picking up.
If you’re enjoying the show, make sure to follow or subscribe so you don’t miss upcoming episodes.
Let's get reading!
This episode was created by Kristen Callaway, LMFT — a licensed therapist and the voice behind Let’s Sit With This.
If you want more therapy content that feels like a conversation, you can find me here:
Website: www.seekingpeaceok.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/seekingpeacecounseling
If you’re enjoying the podcast, following or subscribing helps more people find the show. And if an episode resonates, sharing it with someone you care about goes a long way.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and supportive purposes only. It is not therapy and does not replace individualized mental health care. If you are experiencing an emergency, call 911 or your local emergency number.