Resources
Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating
Podcasts:
"Food Psych" by Christy Harrison - Explores the intersection of food, body image, and mental health.
"The Eating Disorder Recovery Podcast" by Dr. Janean Anderson - Offers insights and interviews on various aspects of eating disorder recovery.
"ED Matters" by Kathy Cortese - Covers a wide range of topics related to eating disorders and recovery.
"Body Kindness" by Rebecca Scritchfield - Promotes a positive and compassionate approach to health and well-being.
"The Eating Disorder Recovery Sloth" by Tabitha Farrar - Discusses recovery from a personal perspective and includes interviews with experts.
Books:
"Intuitive Eating" by Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch - Focuses on developing a healthy relationship with food and your body.
"Life Without Ed" by Jenni Schaefer - A memoir about overcoming an eating disorder, personifying the eating disorder as "Ed."
"The Body Is Not an Apology" by Sonya Renee Taylor - Explores radical self-love and body positivity.
"Brave Girl Eating" by Harriet Brown - Chronicles one family's journey through anorexia and recovery.
"Eating in the Light of the Moon" by Anita Johnston - Draws on metaphor and storytelling to explore women's relationships with food and body image.
Non-Profit Organizations:
National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) - Provides resources, support, and advocacy for individuals affected by eating disorders. Website
Project HEAL - Offers financial assistance for people seeking eating disorder treatment and promotes body positivity. Website
Eating Disorders Hope - Provides information, support, and resources for individuals and families affected by eating disorders. Website
The Emily Program Foundation - Works to eliminate eating disorders and promote positive body image through advocacy and education. Website
National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) - Provides free education, resources, and advocacy for those impacted by eating disorders.
De-Colonizing Therapy
Podcasts:
"Between Sessions Podcast" by Eboni Harris and Eliza Boquin - Explores topics related to mental health, including discussions on cultural competence and decolonization.
"Latinx Therapy" by Adriana Alejandre - Focuses on mental health topics relevant to the Latinx community, with an emphasis on decolonizing therapy practices.
"The Decolonized Social Work Podcast" by Melanie Mendiola and Karen Zgoda - Discusses social work and mental health from a decolonial perspective.
"Liberated Being" by Brooke Thomas - Explores holistic well-being, including conversations on decolonizing therapy and mental health practices.
"In This Body" by Lauren Geertsen - Addresses topics related to body image, healing, and mental health through a decolonial lens.
Books:
"Decolonizing Wealth" by Edgar Villanueva - Explores the colonial history of philanthropy and offers a framework for more equitable practices.
"The Body Is Not an Apology" by Sonya Renee Taylor - Challenges conventional ideas about bodies and invites readers to embrace radical self-love.
"My Grandmother's Hands" by Resmaa Menakem - Explores racialized trauma and offers insights into embodied practices for healing.
"Emergent Strategy" by adrienne maree brown - Discusses transformative change and community organizing from a decolonial perspective.
"Counseling for Cultural Humility: A Guide for Clinicians and Educators" by Joshua N. Hook, Don Davis, and Jesse Owen - Provides practical guidance for therapists seeking to integrate cultural humility into their practice.
Non-Profit Organizations:
Decolonizing Psychological Science (DPS) - A collective of psychologists working to decolonize the field of psychology. Website
The Audre Lorde Project - Focused on community organizing and centering the experiences of LGBTQ people of color. Website
The Avarna Group - Works on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the environmental and social justice sectors. Website
Therapists for Black Girls - An online directory connecting Black women and girls with culturally competent therapists. Website
Healing Justice Podcast - Addresses the intersection of social justice and holistic healing. Website
Depression
Podcasts:
"The Hilarious World of Depression" by John Moe - Features interviews with comedians, artists, and musicians discussing their experiences with depression in a candid and often humorous way.
"The Depression Files" by Al Levin - Explores personal stories of individuals who have experienced depression and mental health challenges, aiming to reduce stigma and promote understanding.
"The Mental Illness Happy Hour" by Paul Gilmartin - Candid discussions about mental health, including episodes focusing on depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges.
"Therapy for Black Girls" by Dr. Joy Harden Bradford - Addresses mental health topics, including depression, from a Black woman's perspective, with a focus on breaking down stigmas and promoting self-care.
"The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) Podcast" - Covers various aspects of anxiety and depression, featuring experts and personal stories to provide support and education.
Books:
"The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression" by Andrew Solomon - A comprehensive exploration of depression that combines personal experience, scientific research, and cultural perspectives.
"Lost Connections: Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression – and the Unexpected Solutions" by Johann Hari - Examines societal factors contributing to depression and suggests alternative approaches to understanding and treating it.
"The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time" by Alex Korb - Offers insights from neuroscience on how small changes in behavior and thinking can positively impact depression.
"Reasons to Stay Alive" by Matt Haig - A memoir that shares the author's personal journey through depression and offers hope and encouragement to those facing similar challenges.
"The Feeling Good Handbook" by David D. Burns - A guide based on cognitive-behavioral therapy principles, providing practical tools and exercises to overcome depression.
Non-Profit Organizations:
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Offers support, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental health conditions, including depression. Website
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) - Provides peer support groups, education, and advocacy for individuals living with depression and bipolar disorder. Website
Mental Health America (MHA) - Advocates for the needs of those living with mental health conditions, including depression, and provides resources for support and education. Website
To Write Love on Her Arms (TWLOHA) - Focuses on mental health awareness and support, including depression, through creative expression and community. Website
Project Semicolon - A mental health nonprofit that focuses on suicide prevention and mental health support, symbolized by the semicolon representing a pause rather than an ending. Website
Anxiety
Podcasts:
"The Anxiety Coaches Podcast" by Gina Ryan - Offers guidance, support, and practical strategies for managing anxiety through a variety of approaches.
"The Anxiety Slayer" by Shann Vander Leek and Ananga Sivyer - Provides tips, techniques, and interviews to help listeners reduce anxiety and stress.
"Not Another Anxiety Show" by Kelli Walker - Explores different aspects of anxiety, from personal experiences to expert interviews, offering insights and coping strategies.
"The Savvy Psychologist's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Mental Health" by Dr. Ellen Hendriksen - Covers a range of mental health topics, including episodes focused on anxiety and practical advice for managing it.
"The Calm Collective Podcast" by Cassandra Eldridge - Explores topics related to mental health, mindfulness, and intentional living, offering insights into managing anxiety.
Books:
"My Age of Anxiety: Fear, Hope, Dread, and the Search for Peace of Mind" by Scott Stossel - Combines personal narrative with research to explore the author's experience with anxiety and the history of anxiety disorders.
"Dare: The New Way to End Anxiety and Stop Panic Attacks" by Barry McDonagh - Offers a practical, step-by-step guide for overcoming anxiety and panic attacks.
"The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook" by Edmund J. Bourne - A comprehensive resource that provides tools and exercises for managing various types of anxiety.
"First, We Make the Beast Beautiful: A New Journey Through Anxiety" by Sarah Wilson - Blends personal experience with research, philosophy, and practical tips for living with anxiety.
"The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety: A Guide to Breaking Free from Anxiety, Phobias, and Worry Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy" by John P. Forsyth and Georg H. Eifert - Utilizes mindfulness-based strategies to address anxiety.
Non-Profit Organizations:
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) - Offers resources, support, and education for individuals living with anxiety and related disorders. Website
Anxiety UK - Provides support, information, and resources for those affected by anxiety disorders. Website
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) - Conducts research and provides information on mental health conditions, including anxiety. Website
Mental Health Foundation - Works to improve mental health through research, campaigns, and community programs, addressing conditions such as anxiety. Website
Mind - A UK-based organization that offers support and information on mental health, including anxiety. Website
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Podcasts:
"The OCD Stories" by Stuart Ralph - Features interviews with experts and individuals who share their personal experiences with OCD, covering various aspects of the disorder.
"Intrusive Thoughts" by IntrusiveThoughts.org - Explores topics related to OCD, anxiety, and mental health, with a focus on raising awareness and reducing stigma.
"The OCD and Anxiety Show" by Matt Tompkins and guests - Discusses OCD, anxiety, and related mental health topics, sharing insights and coping strategies.
"The FearCast" by Kevin Foss, PhD - Focuses on anxiety and OCD, providing information, support, and practical advice for individuals and families.
Books:
"Brain Lock: Free Yourself from Obsessive-Compulsive Behavior" by Jeffrey M. Schwartz - Offers a four-step self-treatment method for individuals dealing with OCD.
"The Man Who Couldn't Stop: OCD and the True Story of a Life Lost in Thought" by David Adam - Combines personal narrative with scientific exploration, providing insights into the experience of living with OCD.
"The OCD Workbook: Your Guide to Breaking Free from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder" by Bruce M. Hyman and Cherry Pedrick - A comprehensive guide that includes practical exercises and strategies for managing OCD.
"Turtles All the Way Down" by John Green - A fiction novel that explores mental health, including OCD, through the story of a teenage girl navigating her thoughts and emotions.
"Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts: A CBT-Based Guide to Getting Over Frightening, Obsessive, or Disturbing Thoughts" by Sally M. Winston and Martin N. Seif - Provides guidance on managing intrusive thoughts commonly associated with OCD through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques.
Non-Profit Organizations:
International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) - Provides resources, support, and advocacy for individuals with OCD and related disorders. Website
OCD Action - A UK-based organization that offers support and information for individuals with OCD and their families. Website
Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) - Offers resources and support for individuals with OCD, often co-occurring with anxiety and depression. Website
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Provides information and support for mental health conditions, including OCD, in Canada. Website
Beyond OCD - A U.S.-based organization that offers resources and support for individuals with OCD and their families. Website