March Recommended Reading

The type of media and resources that a therapist recommends to their clients can tell a lot about their methodology and general approach. This month's recommended reading is a true testament to that sentiment. Kathie Stratmeyer is the creator and founder of Fountaingate Wellness, and she is a licensed marriage and family therapist. This blog post will highlight her top book picks for the month of March. 

Healing the Shame That Binds You 
By John Bradshaw 

This book shows how toxic shame is the core problem in our compulsions, co-dependencies, and even addictions. John Bradshaw offers us the techniques to heal this shame. Using affirmations, visualizations, "inner voice" and "feeling" work plus guided meditations and other useful healing techniques, he realeases the shame that binds us to the past. 

The Body Keeps The Score  
By Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D 

"Essential reading for anyone interested in understanding and treating traumatic stress and the scope of its impact on society." - Alexander McFarlane, Director of the Centre for Traumatic Stress Studies. This book is everywhere on social media right now for a reason. Try it yourself today. 

The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook 
By Edmund J. Bourne 

Living with anxiety, panic disorders, or phobias can make you feel like you aren't in control of your life. If you're ready to tackle the fears that hold you back, this book is your go-to guide. Packed with the most effective skills for assessing and treating anxiety, this evidence-based workbook contains the latest clinical research.