Mental health and counselling
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Forgiveness is Really Strange
Masi Noor and Marina Cantacuzino. Art by Sophie Standing.
This comic, based on science and real-life stories, illustrates the complexity of forgiveness and what it can mean to different people and its potential for positive change. It explores the key aspects of forgiveness and the impact it can have on the mind and psyche. Learn More2018, Hardback, 7.20in x 5.20in / 183mm x 132mm, 64pp, $14.95ISBN: 97817859212472018, Ebook, PDF, 64pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-279-1 -
First Year Out
A Transition Story
Sabrina Symington
This intimate and striking graphic novel follows transgender woman Lily, as she transitions to her true self. Depicting her experiences from coming out right through to gender reassignment surgery, Lily's story provides vital advice on the social, emotional and medical aspects of transitioning and will empower anyone questioning their gender. Learn More2017, Hardback, 10.55in x 7.09in / 268mm x 180mm, 128pp, $24.95ISBN: 97817859225892017, Ebook, PDF, 128pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-303-3 -
Not My Shame
T.O. Walker
This striking graphic novel gives an insider's view of the trauma caused by childhood sexual exploitation. It tackles complex issues, including victim-blaming, traumatic memory and dissociation, but is ultimately hopeful, showing how victims can be good parents and come to terms with their past through therapy, art and caring relationships. Learn More2016, Paperback / softback, 9.92in x 7.13in / 252mm x 181mm, 72pp, $14.95ISBN: 97817859218412016, Ebook, PDF, 72pp, $14.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-294-4 -
At War with Yourself
A Comic about Post-Traumatic Stress and the Military
Samuel C. Williams
An honest conversation between Samuel C. Williams and his friend, Matt, who has PTSD. Explaining his symptoms and the impact they have had on his life, Matt shares how he has leant to cope with the condition and set himself on a new career path. This comic will be a source of support for anyone affected by PTSD. Learn More2016, 32pp -
Trauma is Really Strange
Steve Haines. Art by Sophie Standing.
Revealing the strange nature of trauma and exploring how trauma resolution involves changing the body's physiology, this engaging comic explains the science of trauma in easy-to-understand terms. With a positive emphasis on human resilience, it encourages better understanding of trauma and describes some simple Trauma Releasing Exercises. Learn More2015, Paperback / softback, 9.53in x 6.61in / 242mm x 168mm, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-293-52015, Ebook, PDF, 32pp, $12.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-240-1 -
Take It as a Compliment
Maria Stoian
After interviewing and receiving anonymous messages from women and men across the globe who have experienced sexual abuse and harassment, Maria Stoian has illustrated their experiences in this powerful collective graphic memoir to express the complex emotions felt by victims of sexual abuse and explore what needs to change. Learn More2015, Hardback, 10.28in x 8.15in / 261mm x 207mm, 100pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-1-84905-697-72015, Ebook, PDF, 104pp, $24.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-242-5 -
Spiritism and Mental Health
Practices from Spiritist Centers and Spiritist Psychiatric Hospitals in Brazil
Edited by Emma Bragdon, PhD
This pioneering text is the first comprehensive account of the philosophy, practical applications and wider relevance of Spiritist therapies to be published in English. Providing important new insights into this rich tradition, this text will be of interest to mental health professionals and alternative and complementary health practitioners. Learn More2011, Hardback, 9.80in x 7.20in / 249mm x 183mm, 352pp, $105.00ISBN: 978-1-84819-059-72013, Paperback / softback, 9.65in x 6.81in / 245mm x 173mm, 352pp, $39.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-135-82011, Ebook, ePUB, 352pp, $39.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-039-1 -
Shamanism and Spirituality in Therapeutic Practice
An Introduction
Christa Mackinnon
This book explains how psycho-spiritual indigenous traditions can be adjusted to offer practitioners a highly effective repertoire of insights and therapeutic tools. The underlying concepts and world views of shamanism are described along with practical guidelines and case studies detailing how to use them within the therapeutic process. Learn More2012, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 5.98in / 228mm x 152mm, 320pp, $29.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-081-82012, Ebook, ePUB, 320pp, $29.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-068-1 -
Managing Depression with Qigong
Frances Gaik
The author shows how the practical application of Qigong can radically improve health and wellbeing, and provides a treatment plan, including Qigong exercises. Encouraging the reader to identify their problems and take action, Dr. Frances Gaik gives practical advice that will help anyone with depression to improve their mental health. Learn More2009, Paperback / softback, 8.98in x 6.46in / 228mm x 164mm, 192pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-1-84819-018-42009, Ebook, ePUB, 192pp, $19.95ISBN: 978-0-85701-006-3