Treatment Resources
Workbooks & Readings
Anxiety, Fears/Phobias, Panic, PTSD, CPTSD:
Bourne, E. J. (2020). The anxiety & phobia workbook (7th ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684034833/the-anxiety-and-phobia-workbook/
Davis, M., Eshelman, E. R., & McKay, M. (2019). The relaxation and stress reduction workbook (7th ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684033348/the-relaxation-and-stress-reduction-workbook/
Evans, W. R., Walser, R. D., Drescher, K. D., & Farnsworth, J. K. (2020). The moral injury workbook: Acceptance & commitment therapy skills for moving beyond shame, anger & trauma to reclaim your values. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684034772/the-moral-injury-workbook/
Forsyth, J. P. and Eifert, G. H. (2016). The mindfulness & acceptance workbook for anxiety: A guide to breaking free from anxiety, phobias & worry using acceptance & commitment therapy (2nd ed.). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781626253346/the-mindfulness-and-acceptance-workbook-for-anxiety
Greenberg, T. (2022). The complex PTSD coping skills workbook: An evidence-based approach to manage fear and anger, build confidence, and reclaim your identity. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684039708/the-complex-ptsd-coping-skills-workbook/
McKay, M., Davis, M, & Fanning, P. (2021). Thoughts and feelings: Taking control of your moods and life (5th ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684035489/thoughts-and-feelings/
Resick, P. A., Stirman, S. W., & LoSavio, S. T. (2023). Getting unstuck from PTSD: Using cognitive processing therapy to guide your recovery. New York: Guilford Press.
https://www.guilford.com/books/Getting-Unstuck-from-PTSD/Resick-Stirman-LoSavio/9781462549832
Tedeschi, R. G., & Moore, B. A. (2016). The posttraumatic growth workbook: Coming through trauma wiser, stronger, and more resilient. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781626254688/the-posttraumatic-growth-workbook/
Williams, M. B., & Poijula, S. (2016). The PTSD workbook (3rd ed.). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781626253704/the-ptsd-workbook/
Depression, Sadness, Low Mood, Purpose, Meaning, Anger, Guilt, Shame:
Addis, M. E., & Martell, C. R. (2004). Overcoming depression one step at a time: The new behavioural activation approach to getting your life back. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781572243675/overcoming-depression-one-step-at-a-time/
Davis, M., Eshelman, E. R., & McKay, M. (2019). The relaxation and stress reduction workbook (7th ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684033348/the-relaxation-and-stress-reduction-workbook/
Greenberger, D., & Padesky, C. A. (2016). Mind over mood: Change how you feel by changing the way you think (2nd ed). New York: Guilford Press.
https://www.guilford.com/books/Mind-Over-Mood/Greenberger-Padesky/9781462520428
Irons, C., & Beaumont, E. (2017). The compassionate mind workbook: A step-by-step guide to developing your compassionate self. London: McNally Robinson.
https://www.mcnallyrobinson.com/9781472135902/dr-chris-irons/the-compassionate-mind-workbook
McKay, M., Davis, M, & Fanning, P. (2021). Thoughts and feelings: Taking control of your moods and life (5th ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684035489/thoughts-and-feelin
McKay, M., Forsyth, J. P., & Eifert, G. H. (2010). Your life on purpose: How to find what matters & create the life you want. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.amazon.ca/Your-Life-Purpose-Matters-Create/dp/1572249056
McKay, M., Wood, J. C., & Brankley, J. (2019). The dialectical behavior therapy skills workbook: Practical DBT exercises for learning mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation & distress tolerance (2nd ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684034581/the-dialectical-behavior-therapy-skills-workbook/
Rashid, T. & Seligman, M. (2019). Positive psychotherapy workbook. New York: Oxford University Press.
Strosahl, K. D., & Robinson, P. J. (2017). The mindfulness & acceptance workbook for depression: Using acceptance and commitment therapy to move through depression & create a life worth living (2nd ed.). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781626258457/the-mindfulness-and-acceptance-workbook-for-depression/
Bipolar Disorder:
Aiken, C. (2020). The depression and bipolar workbook: 30 ways to lift your mood & strengthen the brain. Eau Claire, WI.: Pesi Publishing.
https://www.pesi.com/item/the-depression-bipolar-workbook-57387
Basco, M., R. (2015). The bipolar workbook: Tools for controlling your mood swings (2nd ed.). New York: Guilford Press.
https://www.guilford.com/books/The-Bipolar-Workbook/Monica-Ramirez-Basco/9781462520237
Miklowitz, D. J. (2019). The bipolar disorder survival guide: What you and your family need to know (3rd ed.). New York: Guilford Press.
https://www.guilford.com/books/The-Bipolar-Disorder-Survival-Guide/David-Miklowitz/9781462534982
Swartz, H. A. (2024). The social rhythm workbook: Stabilize your circadian rhythms to reduce stress, manage moods, and prevent future episodes. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648481246/the-social-rhythm-therapy-workbook-for-bipolar-disorder/
Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):
Barkley, R. A. (2022). Taking charge of adult ADHD: Proven strategies to succeed at work, at home, and in relationships (2nd ed.). New York: Guilford Press.
https://www.guilford.com/books/Taking-Charge-of-Adult-ADHD/Russell-Barkley/9781462546855
Kemp, J. & Mitchelson, M. (2024). The neurodivergence skills workbook for autism and ADHD: Cultivate self-compassion, live authentically, and be your own advocate. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648483073/the-neurodivergence-skills-workbook-for-autism-and-adhd/
Mate, G. (2024). Scattered minds: The origins and healing of attention deficit disorder. Toronto: Penguin Random House Vintage Canada.
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/109012/scattered-minds-by-gabor-mate-md/9780676972597
Solanto, M. V. (2011). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for adult ADHD: Targeting executive dysfunction. New York: Guilford Press.
Chronic Pain:
Blackstone, V. M., & Sinaiko, O. S. (2024). The pain reprocessing therapy workbook: Using the brain’s neuroplasticity to break the cycle of chronic pain. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648483769/the-pain-reprocessing-therapy-workbook/
Butler, D. S., & Moseley, G. J. (2013). Explain pain (2nd ed.). Adelaide: Noigroup Publications.
https://www.noigroup.com/product/explain-pain-second-edition/
Caudill, M. A. (2016). Managing pain before it manages you (4th ed). New York: Guilford Press.
https://www.guilford.com/books/Managing-Pain-Before-It-Manages-You/Margaret-Caudill/9781462522774
Dahl, J., & Lundgren, T. (2006). Living beyond your pain: Using acceptance and commitment therapy to ease chronic pain. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781572244092/living-beyond-your-pain/
Gordon, A., & Ziv, A. (2022). The way out: A revolutionary scientific proven approach to healing chronic pain. New York: Penguin Random House.
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/617809/the-way-out-by-alan-gordon-and-alon-ziv/9780593086858
Thorn, B. E. (2017). Cognitive therapy for chronic pain: A step-by-step guide (2nd ed.). New York: Guilford Press.
https://www.guilford.com/books/Cognitive-Therapy-for-Chronic-Pain/Beverly-Thorn/9781462531691
Zoffness, R. (2020). The pain management workbook: Powerful CBT and mindfulness skills to take control of pain and reclaim your life. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781684036448/the-pain-management-workbook/
Couples Therapy:
Cook, E. (2018). The marriage counselling workbook: 8 steps to a strong and lasting relationship. Emeryville, Ca.: Althea Press.
https://www.amazon.ca/Marriage-Counseling-Workbook-Lasting-Relationship/dp/1623159873
Gottman, J., Gottman, J. S., Abrams, D., & Abrams, R. C. (2018). Eight dates: Essential conversations for a lifetime of love. New York: Workman Publishing.
https://www.gottman.com/eight-dates/
Gottman, J., & Silver, N. (2015). The seven principles for making marriage work: A practical guide from the country’s foremost relationship expert. New York: Penguin Random House.
Harris, R. (2023). ACT with love: Stop struggling, reconcile differences, and strengthen your relationship with acceptance and commitment therapy. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648481635/act-with-love/
Johnson, S. (2022). The hold me tight workbook: A couple’s guide for a lifetime of love. New York: Little, Brown Spark.
https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/dr-sue-johnson/the-hold-me-tight-workbook/9781668612040/
Levine, A., & Heller, R. (2012). Attached: The new science of adult attachment and how it can help you find – and keep – love. New York: Penguin Randon House.
https://www.amazon.ca/Attached-Science-Attachment-Find-Keep/dp/1585429139
McKay, M., Fanning, P., & Paleg, K. (2006). Couple skills: Making your relationship work (2nd ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781572244818/couple-skills/
Schwartz, R. (2021). No bad parts: Healing trauma & restoring wholeness with the internal family systems model. Boulder: Sounds True.
https://www.amazon.ca/No-Bad-Parts-Restoring-Wholeness/dp/1683646681
Schwartz, R. (2023). You are the one you’ve been waiting for: Applying internal family systems to intimate relationships. Boulder: Sounds True.
https://www.amazon.ca/You-Youve-Been-Waiting-Relationships/dp/1683643623
Tarkin, S. (2024). Wired for love: How understanding your partner’s brain and attachment style can help you defuse conflict and build a secure relationship (2nd ed). Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648482960/wired-for-love/
Walser, R. D., & Westrup, D. (2009). The mindful couple: How acceptance and mindfulness can lead you to the love you want. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781572246171/the-mindful-couple/
Neuroplasticity:
Blackstone, V. M., & Sinaiko, O. S. (2024). The pain reprocessing therapy workbook: Using the brain’s neuroplasticity to break the cycle of chronic pain. Oakland: New Harbinger Publications.
https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648483769/the-pain-reprocessing-therapy-workbook/
Doidge, N. (2007). The brain that changes itself: Stories of personal triumph from the frontiers of brain science. New York: Penguin Books.
Doidge, N. (2016). The brain & way of healing: Remarkable discoveries and recoveries from the frontiers of neuroplasticity. New York: Penguin Books.
Hopper, A. (2014). Wired for healing: Remapping the brain to recover from chronic and mysterious illnesses. Victoria, B.C. Canada: The Dynamic Neural Retraining System.
https://www.abebooks.com/9780993890109/Wired-Healing-Remapping-Brain-Recover-0993890105/plp
Helpful Links
For Anxiety and Depression:
Anxiety Canada
(for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), fears & phobias, agoraphobia & panic, perfectionism, eco anxiety, health anxiety, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD))
Bounceback
(for low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry)
Kelty’s Key
(for anxiety, chronic pain, complicated grief, depression, family support, insomnia, panic, substance use problems)
https://helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca/resource/keltys-key-online-therapy-0
This Way Up
(for mixed anxiety and depression, generalized anxiety (GAD), social anxiety, panic, health anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), perinatal mental health, postnatal depression, teen worry and sadness, insomnia, chronic pain)
The Lifeline Canada
(for depression, anxiety, grief support, addiction, PTSD, bereavement, suicide prevention)
www.thelifelinecanada.ca/suicide-prevention-resources/first-responders
For Chronic Pain:
Pain BC
(for chronic/persistent pain)
Pain Canada
(for chronic/persistent pain)
Retrain Pain
(for chronic/persistent pain)
Tame the Beast
(for chronic/persistent pain)
Self-Management British Columbia
(for chronic pain, chronic conditions, diabetes, cancer, frailty)
Mental Health Apps (Free)
(for anxiety, stress, sleep)
(for sleep, stress, anxiety, focus, self-improvement)
(for insomnia/help with sleep, using CBT methods)
(for mediation, anxiety, sleep)
(for worry, panic, perfectionism, social anxiety, phobias – from Anxiety Canada)
(for PTSD – to learn about and manage PTSD)
(for depression, anxiety, anger, stress - using CBT and ACT treatment methods)