Calm the mind and begin the path to finding peace with these simple mindfulness meditations Mindfulness is an evidence-based method for reducing stress and anxiety, enhancing resilience, and maintaining mental well-being. Even short meditations can turn a bad day around, ground us in the present moment, and help us approach life with gratitude and kindness. This mindfulness book was created by the founder of One Mind Dharma. He developed these 75 essential exercises to offer practical guidance for anyone who wants to realize the benefits of being more mindful.This inviting mindfulness book for adults includes:Evidence-based advice—Find expert advice on dealing with distorted or wandering thoughts and how to handle mental blocks.Meditations that grow with your confidence—Early meditations in Practicing Mindfulness take just 5 minutes and are highly accessible. As they progress, exercises grow with the reader, building on previous lessons to develop a transformative mindfulness practice.Meditations for specific situations—With meditations designed for specific situations or emotions, even experienced practitioners will have a continuing resource for mindfulness at every moment.Begin a journey of peace and patience with Practicing Mindfulness: 75 Essential Meditations to Reduce Stress, Improve Mental Health, and Find Peace in the Everyday. Read more

ACT Has Proven So Effective In Over 100 Scientific Studies With 1000s Of Participants Because Of Its Radically Counterintuitive Approach To Treating OCD, PTSD, Depression, Addiction, Anxiety & More… In fact, the American Psychological Association has identified ACT as a successful evidence-based treatment for these and other mental health conditions.Living with the heavy weight of depression, PTSD, OCD, or other conditions can be like constantly struggling against waves in the ocean.ACT teaches us to accept and swim with the waves toward the life we want, instead of getting stuck constantly crashing against them.We all have certain patterns and behaviors that keep us from living our life to the fullest potential, and can even keep us mired in painful memories or emotions.But once we admit we have these patterns, we’re one step closer to living the life we truly aspire to.Getting there often takes many months, or even years.Luckily with increased awareness of mental health comes more support and resources available to help you get there.Created in collaboration with a clinical therapist, this book was created to streamline the effective principles of ACT into one easy to use collection of 90 unique and powerful therapeutic tools. For use individually, or with professionals in a therapeutic setting.Using just some of the many tools in this book you’ll discover:The Fool-Proof Meditation Used By The Navy Seals To Reduce Anxiety (Even In High-Stress Situations)Structured Advice On Which Tools To Use In Which Situations, So You Always Have A Tool For Any Challenge That Comes Up (Based On The Effective 6 Core Processes Of Act)The Famous Technique Used By Alcoholics Anonymous To Live A Life Of Acceptance — Even In Difficult MomentsReflection Prompts To Uncover The Hidden Neurology Of Your Behavior And Help Break Cycles Of Spiraling Emotions Or RelapseTwo Simple Grounding Techniques That Make Coming Back To Feelings Of Calm, Mindfulness, And Acceptance Nearly Automatic — Even If Your Day Is Busy And Filled With StressA Surprisingly Effective Visualization Technique To Quickly And Naturally Deflate The Tension Of Difficult Moments Or Strong Emotions (And How To Use It Anytime Anywhere)A 7 Step Process For Transforming Any Meal Or Snack Into A Powerful Mindfulness Technique Grounding You In Sensations Of Gratitude, Presence, And PeaceA Guided Reflection To Teach A Key Sanskrit Concept Central To Ancient Eastern Philosophies For Letting Go And Reducing SufferingA Meditation Specifically Designed For Processing Difficult Or Chronic Painful Sensations That Allows You To Move Away From Suffering And Closer To Acceptance3 Powerful ACT Metaphors Distilled Into Ready-To-Use Tools To Make Becoming Aware Of Self Defeating Negative Thoughts As Easy As Listening To A Conversation And SO much more.This isn’t a complicated textbook filled with theoretical ideas. It’s a practical collection of 90 ready-to-use tools that utilize the effective principles of ACT.Wherever you are in your mental health journey, there’s a tool to compliment you at every stage. So If you’re ready to deepen your practice of ACT and move towards a life of greater acceptance and mental health, secure your copy today. Read more

You are not your thoughts! In this powerful book, two anxiety experts offer proven-effective cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills to help you get unstuck from disturbing thoughts, overcome the shame these thoughts can bring, and reduce your anxiety.If you suffer from unwanted, intrusive, frightening, or even disturbing thoughts, you might worry about what these thoughts mean about you. Thoughts can seem like messages—are they trying to tell you something? But the truth is that they are just thoughts, and don’t necessarily mean anything. Sane and good people have them. If you are someone who is plagued by thoughts you don’t want—thoughts that scare you, or thoughts you can’t tell anyone about—this book may change your life.In this compassionate guide, you’ll discover the different kinds of disturbing thoughts, myths that surround your thoughts, and how your brain has a tendency to get “stuck” in a cycle of unwanted rumination. You’ll also learn why common techniques to get rid of these thoughts can backfire. And finally, you’ll learn powerful cognitive behavioral skills to help you cope with and move beyond your thoughts, so you can focus on living the life you want. Your thoughts will still occur, but you will be better able to cope with them—without dread, guilt, or shame.If you have unwanted thoughts, you should remember that you aren’t alone. In fact, there are millions of people just like you—good people who have awful thoughts, gentle people with violent thoughts, and sane people with “crazy” thoughts. This book will show you how to move past your thoughts so you can reclaim your life!This book has been selected as an Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies Self-Help Book Recommendation—an honor bestowed on outstanding self-help books that are consistent with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles and that incorporate scientifically tested strategies for overcoming mental health difficulties. Used alone or in conjunction with therapy, our books offer powerful tools readers can use to jump-start changes in their lives. Read more

Parenting an anxious child means facing constant challenges and questions: When should parents help children avoid anxiety-provoking situations, and when should they encourage them to face their fears? How can parents foster independence while still supporting their children? How can parents reduce the hold their child's anxiety has taken over the entire family?Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents is the first and only book to provide a completely parent-based treatment program for child and adolescent anxiety. Parents will learn how to alleviate their children's anxiety by changing the way they themselves respond to their children's symptoms--importantly, parents are not required to impose changes on their children's behavior. Instead, parents are shown how to replace their own accommodating behaviors (which allow anxiety to flourish) with supportive responses that demonstrate both acceptance of children's difficulties and confidence in their ability to cope. From understanding child anxiety and OCD, to learning how to talk with an anxious child, to avoiding common traps and pitfalls (such as being overly protective or demanding) to identifying the ways in which parents have been enabling a child's anxious behaviors, this book is full of detailed guidance and practical suggestions. Worksheets are included to help parents translate the book's suggestions into action, and the book's compassionate and personable tone will make it a welcoming resource for any concerned parent. Read more

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If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you might have an irrational fear of being contaminated by germs, or obsessively double-check things. You may even feel like a prisoner, trapped with your intrusive thoughts. And while OCD can have a devastating impact on your life, getting real help can be a challenge.Combining mindfulness practices with cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), The Mindfulness Workbook for OCD offers practical and accessible tools for managing the unwanted thoughts and compulsive urges that are associated with OCD. With this workbook, you will develop present-moment awareness, learn to challenge your own distorted thinking, and stop treating thoughts as threats and feelings as facts.This fully revised and updated second edition also includes new meditations, information, and chapters on emotional and mental contamination, existential obsessions, false memories, and more. If you’re ready to take back your life back from OCD—and start living with more joy in the moment—this workbook has everything you need to get started right away. Read more

A powerful CBT approach to help you find freedom from obsessive relationship anxiety, doubt, and fear of commitmentDo you obsess over your partner’s flaws? Does thinking about the future of your relationship leave you imagining the worst-case scenario? When it comes to navigating the world of romantic relationships, some feelings of anxiety, doubt, and fear are to be expected. But if your fears so extreme that they threaten to destroy an otherwise healthy relationship, you may have relationship OCD—a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) that causes chronic obsessive doubt and anxiety in relationships. So, how can you free yourself to discover deeper intimacy and security?Relationship OCD offers an evidence-based, cognitive behavioral approach to finding relief from relationship anxiety, obsessive doubt, and fear of commitment. You’ll learn to challenge the often-distorted thought patterns that trigger harmful emotions, increase your ability to think rationally, and ultimately accept the presence of intrusive thinking while maintaining the values of a healthy relationship.Relationships are the ultimate unknown. If you’re ready to let go of needing to know for sure, this book will help you find satisfaction and thrive in your romantic relationships—in all their wonderful uncertainty. Read more

When a loved one has OCD, it's a constant struggle. It hurts to see your spouse so anxious or your teen spending so much time alone. You've tried logic, reassurance, even accommodating endless rituals--but, too often, these well-meaning attempts actually make OCD worse. Psychologist Jonathan Abramowitz has worked with countless families affected by OCD, and he understands the strain. He also knows you can turn things around. Grounded in state-of-the-art treatment research, this compassionate guide helps you change your own behavior to support your loved one's recovery. By gently but firmly encouraging the person you care about to face their fears, you can stop being controlled by the disorder, disentangle yourself from unhealthy patterns, and see your whole family grow more confident and hopeful. Vivid stories, dos and don'ts, and practical tools (which you can download and print for repeated use) help you follow the step-by-step strategies in this life-changing book. Read more

When someone has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it can affect the entire family. This book is an essential guide to help family members cope with their loved one’s compulsive behaviors, obsessions, and constant need for reassurance.If your loved one has OCD, you may be unsure of how to express your concerns in a compassionate, effective way. In When a Family Member Has OCD, you and your family will learn ways to better understand and communicate with each other when OCD becomes a major part of your household. In addition to proven-effective cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, you’ll find comprehensive information on OCD and its symptoms, as well as advice for each affected family member.OCD affects millions of people worldwide. Though significant advances have been made in medication and therapeutic treatments of the disorder, there are few resources available to help families deal with the impact of a loved one’s symptoms. This book provides a helpful guide for your family. Read more

Nearly six million Americans suffer from the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder, which can manifest itself in many ways: paralyzing fear of contamination; unmanageable “checking” rituals; excessive concern with order, symmetry, and counting; and others. Freedom from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder provides Dr. Jonathan Grayson’s revolutionary and compassionate program for finally breaking the cycle of overwhelming fear and endless rituals, including:  Self-assessment tests that guide readers in identifying their specific type of OCD and help track their progress in treatmentCase studies from Dr. Grayson’s revolutionary and profoundly successful treatment programBlueprints for programs tailored to particular manifestations of OCDPreviously unexplored manifestations of OCD such as obsessive staring, Relationship OCD (R-OCD), obsessive intolerance of environmental sounds and chewing soundsTherapy scripts to help individuals develop their own therapeutic voice, to motivate themselves to succeedNew therapies used in conjunction with exposure techniques“Trigger sheets” for identifying and planning for obstacles that arise in treatmentInformation on building a support groupAnd much moreDemystifying the process of OCD assessment and treatment, this indispensable book helps sufferers make sense of their own compulsions through frank, unflinching self-evaluation, and provides not only the knowledge of how to change—but the courage to do it.  Read more

Journalist Lily Bailey’s memoir Because We Are Bad reveals her childhood battle with obsessive compulsive disorder, and her hard-won journey to recovery.A Washington Post Best Book of the YearBy the age of thirteen, Lily Bailey was convinced she was bad. She had killed someone with a thought, spread untold disease, and ogled the bodies of other children. Only by performing an exhausting series of secret routines could she make up for what she’d done. But no matter how intricate or repetitive, no act of penance was ever enough.Beautifully written and astonishingly intimate, Because We Are Bad recounts a childhood consumed by obsessive compulsive disorder. As a child, Bailey created a second personality inside herself—“I” became “we”—to help manifest compulsions that drove every minute of every day of her young life. Now she writes about the forces beneath her skin, and how they ordered, organized, and urged her forward. Lily charts her journey, from checking on her younger sister dozens of times a night, to “normalizing” herself at school among new friends as she grew older, and finally to her young adult years, learning—indeed, breaking through—to make a way for herself in a big, wide world that refuses to stay in check.Charming and raw, harrowing and redemptive, Because We Are Bad is an illuminating and uplifting look into the mind and soul of an extraordinary young woman, and a startling portrait of OCD that allows us to see and understand this condition as never before.“One of the best [books] I have read on the phenomenology of OCD.” —Washington Post Read more

Endless thoughts buzzing? Compulsive checks? Constant nagging sense of unfinished tasks?Tormented by OCD Intrusive Thoughts? Tame Them with this accessible 15-Step CBT Workbook!Modern life triggers can fuel your intrusive fears, obsessions and anxieties, from hours of doomscrolling to FOMO-driven checking. These behaviors can lock you in loops of rumination, perfectionism, self-sabotage, shame, leading to compulsive rituals, guilt-driven procrastination, and isolation...What can you do about this "situation"? How can you take back control of your life?Dr. Artem Kudelia, a clinical psychologist with a PhD, offers a compassionate, grounded in real-therapy OCD workbook for adults to manage obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders using science-backed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques in a step-by-step process.You can manage OCD with CBT, and Dr. Art will help you:✔ Understand your OCD triggers—gain clarity on your patterns (p. 15).✔ Silence haunting worries with the “Pink Elephant” trick—observe thoughts without fear (p. 23).✔ Break free from compulsive rituals using the “Tiger” exercise—shift your focus effectively (p. 24).✔ Reframe hyper-responsibility—let go of guilt (p. 27).✔ Challenge self-doubt—see thoughts as intangible (p. 33).✔ Stop overthinking—learn to act despite your thoughts (p. 37).✔ Overcome intrusive thoughts with “Tsunami”—immerse in your fears safely (p. 58).✔ Reduce compulsive checking—refrain and regain control (p. 75).✔ Escape avoidance behaviors—face challenges head-on (p. 77).✔ End perfectionism’s grip with mindfulness practices—live with less pressure (p. 78).✔ Laugh at your fears with the “25 Commandments of Anxious People”—find humor in anxiety (p. 113).Imagine waking each day grounded, with tools to win over negative thoughts, finish what you start, and live free from compulsive cycles—no more isolation, mental clutter, or self-doubt. Whether you’re new to OCD self-help books or seeking a real science-backed best OCD tool, Mastering Intrusive Thoughts offers clarity, science with heart and humor, expertise, structure, and hope.Take Your First Step—Click "Add to Cart" Now 🟢 Read more

If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), chances are that your persistent obsessive thoughts and time-consuming compulsions keep you from enjoying life to the fullest. But when you are in the habit of avoiding the things you fear, the idea of facing them head-on can feel frightening and overwhelming. This book can help.The OCD Workbook has helped thousands of people with OCD break the bonds of troubling OCD symptoms and regain the hope of a productive life. Endorsed and used in hospitals and clinics the world over, this valuable resource is now fully revised and updated with the latest evidence-based approaches to understanding and managing OCD. It offers day-to-day coping strategies you can start using right away, along with proven-effective self-help techniques that can help you maintain your progress. The book also includes information for family members seeking to understand and support loved ones who suffer from this often baffling and frustrating disorder. Whether you suffer with OCD or a related disorder, such as body dysmorphic disorder or trichotillomania, let this new edition of The OCD Workbook be your guide on the path to recovery. This new edition will help you: use self-assessment tools to identify your symptoms and their severity; create and implement a recovery strategy using cognitive behavioral self-help tools and techniques; learn about the most effective medications and medical treatments; find the right professional help and access needed support for your recovery; and maintain your progress and prevent future relapse.This book has been awarded The Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies Self-Help Seal of Merit — an award bestowed on outstanding self-help books that are consistent with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles and that incorporate scientifically tested strategies for overcoming mental health difficulties. Used alone or in conjunction with therapy, our books offer powerful tools readers can use to jump-start changes in their lives. Read more

Let go of the struggle and obsess less. With this unique guide, you’ll find the tools you need to get unstuck from obsessive thoughts, overcome fears, feel more grounded, and live a life that truly reflects your values.  Pure obsessional obsessive-compulsive disorder, or “Pure O” OCD, is a subtype of OCD that is characterized by intrusive thoughts, images, or urges without any visible compulsive symptoms.  Instead, obsessive worry, regret, or uncertainty is accompanied by “hidden” compulsions like reassurance seeking, avoidance, or complex thought rituals. This can lead to decisions based on fears and compulsions rather than grounded in your values. The efforts to stop or change obsessive thoughts only leads to more anxiety and fear. So, how do you break this obsessive cycle? Grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and written by a renowned ACT and anxiety expert, “Pure O” OCD explains the process of “cognitive fusion” that leads to obsessive thinking, and how efforts to avoid or control our thoughts reinforce the fusion in an unhelpful, positive feedback loop. Using the five skills in the book—labeling, letting go, acceptance, mindfulness, and proceeding with purpose—you’ll learn how to finally break free of the struggle, worrying, and avoidance that keeps you stuck. With practice, you’ll find that you can change your relationship to anxiety and obsessive thoughts, responding with your own values-based choices, proceeding purposefully toward a life that reflects what matters most to you. Read more

Stress can lead to extensive psychological and physical suffering, but there are choices you can make that will reduce your stress and improve your ability to cope. This book offers not just the facts but a message of hope. Overcoming Stress looks not only at the causes of stress but also at the manifestations and psychological conditions, such as physical illness, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, phobic states, and depression. It offers information on both acute treatments and longer term management in avoiding stress and its ill effects. “Stress will always be with us, and we will continue to sufferâ€"unless we choose to change,â€� says Dr. Cantopher. “The good news is that this is possibleâ€"stress-related illness is avoidable, and if you change, you will attain happiness.â€� Read more

Thoroughly updated based on the latest science, this empowering workbook gives you the skills to overcome obsessional thoughts and compulsive behaviors--and live a freer, happier life. Leading OCD specialist Dr. Jonathan Abramowitz presents a step-by-step program grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), the most effective treatment for the disorder. Vivid stories and numerous practical tools (which you can download and print for repeated use) help you: *Understand how OCD affects your mind and body. *Develop a customized plan for change.  *Find relief from distressing intrusive thoughts. *Confront the situations you avoid--and discover a new sense of safety. *Break free of compulsive rituals. *Reduce anxiety and improve your relationships. The second edition is revised throughout with cutting-edge strategies for coping with unwanted thoughts that can't be eliminated completely, plus new learning techniques drawn from brain research. Ready to get over OCD? Your journey starts here. Mental health professionals, see also Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for OCD and Its Subtypes, Second Edition, by David A. Clark, a state-of-the-art treatment guide. Read more

Neurodivergent, Licensed, and Slightly Unhinged is what happens when a trauma therapist with ADHD, OCD, and is likely Autistic, decides to tell the truth — about therapy, about healing, and about the hilarious disaster of trying to live in a world built for people who color inside the lines.Through sharply funny and deeply real short stories, Linda Smith shares what it’s actually like to be a therapist (and a human) with a brain that’s allergic to normal.From rage-cleaning with black trash bags, to panic attacks about imaginary pothole murders, to the beautiful, chaotic mess of parenting and healing, Linda’s voice is witty, raw, and ridiculously relatable.This is a book for:Therapists who secretly wonder if their client notes will ever make senseClients who think they’re the only ones spiraling (spoiler: they’re not)Neurodivergent adults who spent childhoods feeling “too much” for this worldAnyone who has ever thought “there’s no way this is what everyone else calls normal”Come for the chaos. Stay for the healing.Because you’re not broken.And if you are?At least you’re in outstanding company. Read more

Break free from the doubt and depression caused by moral and religious anxiety!There's help, and there's hope.In Imperfectly Good, you'll find a step-by-step guide to help you find relief and happiness despite religious or moral OCD.Through sound, research-based principles and practices, as well as real-life accounts of those struggling with scrupulosity OCD, you'll learn how to progress from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset so you can become who you want to be.The practices found in this book will help you:Gain confidence in who you areNavigate life with mental and emotional flexibilityBetter connect with the present despite overwhelming anxietyEmbrace vitality and peace instead of worry and uncertaintyWhen you implement these skills, you'll more easily navigate the turbulent waters of religious or moral OCD and successfully build long-term meaning in your life.Don't suffer needlessly. Open Imperfectly Good and start creating the life you want right now! Read more

A guide for getting your perfectionism to work for youIs perfectionism a good thing or does it get in our way? In The Perfectionist's Handbook, clinical psychologist Jeff Szymanski helps readers navigate their way out of the "perfectionism paradox": if your intentions are good (wanting to excel) and the outcomes you want are reasonable (to feel competent and satisfied), why would perfectionism backfire and result in unhappiness and stress? Learn when perfectionism will pay off, and when and why it sabotages you. Specific strategies are outlined throughout the book to help readers transform their perfectionism from a liability to an asset.There is no reason to eliminate perfectionism altogether—instead, build on what's working and change what's not. The Perfectionist's Handbook helps readers to:Distinguish between intention and strategy as a way of improving outcomesIdentify diminishing returns and how to redistribute time and resourcesMake the most of mistakes rather than being preoccupied with trying to avoid themLearn to focus on your "Top 10" list as a way of getting the most out of your lifeAccess others more effectively as a way of improving performanceObtain more balance in their lives Read more

Manage unwanted, intrusive thoughts—and the intense emotions these thoughts can trigger.Do you have obsessive, negative, intrusive thoughts that keep you up at night and miserable during the day? Do these thoughts make you feel sad, angry, anxious, or ashamed? Whether you have a formal diagnosis such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), or borderline personality disorder (BPD)—or simply struggle with unwanted thoughts and the emotions they cause—this workbook can help you find the relief you desperately seek.Written by two pioneers in the field of mental health, this workbook combines two powerfully effective treatments to address relentless, intrusive, and unwanted thoughts—as well as the painful and intense emotions these thoughts can trigger. In this evidence-based workbook, you’ll find an innovative blend of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills to manage obsessive, self-blaming, judgmental, and catastrophic thoughts—and find lasting emotional balance.You’ll learn essential CBT skills to help you tolerate distressing thoughts and stay calm when thoughts feel overpowering; as well as DBT skills like distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and mindfulness to find reliable relief.If you’re ready to take charge of unwanted thoughts and find lasting emotional balance, the two-pronged approach in this innovative workbook can help. Read more