Healing and Growth Beyond the Therapy Session
Your mental health and well-being are important to you—and to us!. Supportive therapy from one of our experienced, caring psychotherapists provides a great foundation for growth and healing. However, at Positive Therapy 4U, we also believe it is important to share helpful resources that extend beyond the therapy room or telehealth screen.
With that in mind, we invite you to explore our curated reading recommendations (arranged by topic), along with other helpful Long Island community resources, including links to local emergency services and related information.
We hope you find them useful, and welcome you to reach out to us to see how we can help you or a loved one on your healing journey.
Recommended Reading
Anxiety
- The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness, by Jonathan Haidt
- Hope and Help for Your Nerves: End Anxiety Now, by Claire Weekes
Depression
Trauma
- The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma, by Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
- What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma, by Stephanie Foo
Grief and Loss
- The Wild Edge of Sorrow: Rituals of Renewal and the Sacred Work of Grief, by Francis Weller
- How to Carry What Can't Be Fixed: A Journal for Grief, by Megan Devine
- It's OK That You're Not OK: Meeting Grief and Loss in a Culture That Doesn't Understand, by Megan Devine
- Tear Soup: A Recipe for Healing After Loss, by Pat Schwiebert, Chuck DeKlyen, Taylor Bills (Illustrator)
Compassion Fatigue
- Compassion Fatigue, by Charles Figley
- Secondary Traumatic Stress, by Beth Stamm
- Trauma and the Therapist, by Laurie Pearlman & Karen Saakvitne
Empaths
- Sensitive Is the New Strong: The Power of Empaths in an Increasingly Harsh World, by Anita Moorjani
- The Highly Sensitive Person: How to Thrive When the World Overwhelms You, by Elaine N. Aron
Self Love
- Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself, by Kristin Neff
- The Gifts of Imperfection, by Brené Brown
- Journey to Joy | Insights and Actions for a Happier Life, by Susan Goryeb Simms
Breaking Out of Your Comfort Zone
- Feel the Fear and Do it Anyway, by Susan Jeffers
Mindfulness/Meditation
- Everywhere You Go, There You Are: Mindfulness Meditation in Everyday Life, by Jon Kabat Zinn
- Peace in Every Step: The Path of Mindfulness in Everyday Life, by Thich Naht Hahn
The Law of Attraction
- Co-creating at its Best: A Conversation Between Master Teachers, by Dr. Wayne Dyer and Esther Hicks
- Ask, and it is Given, by Esther Hicks
Relationships
- Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love, Dr. Sue Johnson
Parenting
- Dare to Lead: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent and Lead, by Brené Brown
- Smart Love, by Pieper and Pieper
- Dreamers, Discoverers & Dynamos: How to Help the Child Who Is Bright, Bored and Having Problems in School (Formerly Titled 'The Edison Trait'), by Lucy Jo Palladino
Neurodiversity/ADHD
- ADHD 2.0: New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving with Distraction—from Childhood through Adulthood, by Edward M. Hallowell & John J. Ratey M.D.
- Life on the Bridge: Linking My World to Yours as an Autistic Therapist, by Kaelyn Partow
- The Autistic Adult’s Toolbox: Real Tools for Real Life Because Just Try Harder Isn’t a Strategy, by Natalie Diggins
Favorite Children's Books
- Alexander and the Terrible Horrible No Good Very Bad Day, Judith Viorst
- I Love You the Purplest, by Barbara Joose
- Sylvester and the Magic Pebble, by William Steig
- A Little Spot of Emotions Box Set, by Diana Alber
- The Invisible String: Separation Anxiety, by Patrice Karst
- What Were You Thinking, by Bryan Smith
- A Bad Case of Stripes, by David Shannon
- Chrysanthemum, by Kevin Henkes (A first day of school book)
- Sheila Rae, The Brave, by Kevin Henkes
- Chester’s Way, by Kevin Henkes
- Miss Rumphius, Barbara Cooney
- I’m Sorry You Got Mad, by Kyle Lukoff
- Mr. Peabody’s Apples, by Madonna and Loren Long
- Waiting, by Kevin Henkes
- The Quiltmaker’s Gift, by Jeff Brumbeau
- I Walk with Vanessa: A Picture Book Story About a Simple Act of Kindness, by Kerascoet
- You are Special, by Max Lucado
- The Girl Who Makes a Million Mistakes: A Growth Mindset Book for Kids to Boost Confidence, Self-Esteem and Resilience, by Brenda Li
- Orris and Timble: The Beginning (A Heartwarming Early Chapter Book About Friendship, Courage, and Helping Others), by Kate DiCamillo
Success in Life
- The Success Principles, by Jack Canfield
- The Magic of Conflict, by Tom Crum
Other Resources
Emergency Resources
- Mather Rapid Access Center (Emergency Mental Health Intervention) - (631) 503-0911
- DASH Diagnostic Assessment and Stabilization Hub
The DASH Intensive Crisis Stabilization Center is a 24/7, voluntary program for individuals throughout their lifespan who are in crisis due to substance use, mental illness, or other life stressors.
-- Walk-in 24/7/365 for crisis support. 90 Adams Ave., Hauppauge, NY
-- Phone: (631) 952-3333 - Response Crisis Hotline 24/7 In the moment support - Call, text, chat (631) 751-7500
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline
Crisis Text Line (CTL) is a specific service offering text support (Text HOME to 741741)
Start Your Healing Journey
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel uncertain, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change. If you or a loved one is looking for supportive therapy in Port Jefferson, NY, or anywhere in New York via telehealth, we’re here to help.
Contact Positive Therapy 4U today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can support you.