Third Wave Psychotherapies

The Palgrave Handbook of Third Wave Psychotherapies was published in October 2025. It is a compendium of papers on a diverse range of psychotherapies, and

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The Happy Path

I am an optimist, though it has not always been that way. On the whole though, despite many challenges in life, I’ve been able to

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Charlotte Joko Beck

Charlotte Joko Beck (1917-2011) was an American Zen teacher who took up Zen practice in mid-life as the parent of four children. She eventually became

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The Relaxation Response

I’m enjoying revisiting a number of books. I first read Herbert Benson’s book “Relaxation Revolution: The Science and Genetics of Mind Body Healing” ten years

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The Happiness Trap

The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris introduces in an easily accessible form Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). As a mindfulness teacher, it is intriguing to see

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