Curated reads that have supported clients and clinicians alike. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, parenthood, identity, or healing from trauma, these books offer insight, validation, and guidance along the way.
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The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.
A foundational text on trauma, this book explores how the body holds onto traumatic experiences and how healing can happen through both traditional and body-based therapies. Ideal for anyone navigating PTSD, complex trauma, or emotional dysregulation.
Codependent No More by Melody Beattie
A classic guide to understanding codependent behaviors and how to reclaim your sense of self. Especially helpful for clients working through relationship patterns, boundaries, and people-pleasing tendencies.
Mother Hunger by Kelly McDaniel
Explores the deep emotional wounds that result from early maternal deprivation or misattunement, especially in women. This is an empowering read for those healing attachment wounds and seeking healthier relationships with themselves and others.
The Fourth Trimester by Kimberly Ann Johnson
A supportive guide for new mothers navigating the emotional, physical, and relational changes after childbirth. It emphasizes the importance of healing, rest, and connection during the postpartum period.
The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine N. Aron
For individuals who feel easily overwhelmed by sensory input, emotions, or social interactions, this book provides insight and tools to understand sensitivity as a strength, not a weakness.
What Happened to You? by Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey
A compassionate look at how trauma shapes the brain, behavior, and development. The book shifts the question from “What’s wrong with you?” to “What happened to you?”—a key perspective in trauma-informed care.
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab
Written by a Black therapist, this practical guide teaches readers how to identify, communicate, and uphold healthy boundaries in all areas of life—ideal for clients working on self-esteem and relational health.
This Here Flesh by Cole Arthur Riley
A lyrical and powerful exploration of Black spirituality, embodiment, identity, and healing. Ideal for BIPOC clients or anyone looking to connect deeper with their story, ancestry, and resilience.
The Queer and Trans Resilience Workbook by Anneliese A. Singh
A compassionate, affirming resource for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating identity, mental health, discrimination, and self-empowerment. Includes exercises and guided reflections.
You Are Your Best Thing edited by Tarana Burke & Brené Brown
An anthology of personal stories centering Black vulnerability and resilience, exploring the intersection of race, shame, and healing. Great for clients needing validation and community through narrative.
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A collection of trusted community organizations and programs in the DMV area that support perinatal wellness, LGBTQ+ individuals, BIPOC communities, and more. Explore support groups, wellness classes, and specialized services that meet you where you are.
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Local & National Mental Health Hotlines
For emotional support, referrals, and urgent mental health needs across the DMV area
Maryland & DMV Area Crisis Lines (All Counties)
Maryland Crisis Connect (Statewide):
2-1-1, then press 1
211md.org
24/7 support for mental health, substance use, and suicidal thoughts. Available across all Maryland counties.
DC Access Helpline (District of Columbia):
1 (888) 7WE-HELP / 1 (888) 793-4357
dbh.dc.gov
24/7 support and connections to mental health services for DC residents.
Northern Virginia Crisis Hotline (Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun, Alexandria, etc.):
(703) 527-4077
crisislink.org
Crisis intervention, emotional support, and suicide prevention.
LGBTQ+ Mental Health Resources
The DC Area Transmasc Society (DCATS):
dcats.org
Community and peer support spaces for transmasculine individuals and their loved ones in the DMV.
Renaissance Transgender Association – Partners & Spouses Group:
renaissancelv.org
Emotional support and connection for partners of transgender individuals.
Trevor Project (National LGBTQ Youth & Adult Crisis Support):
1 (866) 488-7386
thetrevorproject.org
24/7 LGBTQ-affirming support via phone, chat, and text. Especially helpful for young adults and teens.
BIPOC Mental Health Crisis & Support Resources
Inclusive Therapists Crisis & Urgent Support Directory:
inclusivetherapists.com/crisis
Culturally responsive, identity-affirming crisis support options and directories for BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and other marginalized communities.
Therapy for Black Girls Resource Directory (Non-Crisis):
therapyforblackgirls.com
While not a hotline, this directory helps Black women and girls find affirming therapists and mental health resources.
Multilingual & Spanish-Speaking Support
Red Nacional de Prevención del Suicidio (National Suicide Lifeline – Spanish):
1 (888) 628-9454
24/7 Spanish-language mental health support and suicide prevention.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (English):
988 or 1 (800) 273-8255
988lifeline.org
Confidential, 24/7 emotional support for anyone in the U.S. in distress.
Perinatal & Postpartum Mental Health Support
Postpartum Support International (PSI) Helpline:
1 (800) 944-4773 (EN) / 1 (971) 203-7773
postpartum.net
Offers emotional support and connections to providers and groups for pregnancy, postpartum depression, anxiety, and more.
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