Karin Kramer, Registered Psychologist 
                  Recommended Books for Relationships 
    Sue Johnson. “Love Sense”    Recommended for all couples. It describes the concept of 
    attachment and provides important information about how our emotional systems work in 
    intimate relationships. It can help you understand each other better and then react in ways 
    that make the situation better instead of worse. This comes in an audio book read by the 
    author if reading isn’t your thing. Her earlier book, “Hold Me Tight” is also excellent. You can 
    find lots of free Sue Johnson material on the internet. 
    David Burns. “Feeling Good Together” Recommended for individuals and couples who want to 
    learn how to communicate in ways that reduce conflict. 
    Marshall . Rosenberg. “Nonviolent Communication: A language of life” Recommended for 
    anyone who wants to change how they relate to themselves, to others, and how others relate 
    to them. It provides a powerful yet straightforward framework for communicating clearly and 
    compassionately.   
    Janis Spring. “After the Affair” Recommended for couples who are recovering from a physical 
    or emotional infidelity. It can help you understand your own and your partner’s reactions and 
    gives good advice on how to help the healing process. 
                   Recommended Books for Individuals 
    David Burns. “The Feeling Good Handbook”   This is the most recommended book in all of 
    therapy.  It is a thick book but don’t let that scare you. This book contains powerful strategies 
    for changing how you feel by changing how you think. It is helpful for anxiety, depression, self-
    esteem, guilt, shame, and more. 
    David Burns. “When Panic Attacks” This book is similar to “The Feeling Good Handbook” but is 
    geared towards people who have anxiety as their major concern. 
    Dennis Greenberger and Christine Padesky “Mind Over Mood” A workbook approach for 
    changing your feelings by changing your thoughts.  
    Gregg D. Jacobs. “Say Good Night to Insomnia” Contains excellent information on how to get 
    better sleep. Includes a 6 week program to improve sleep. 
    Michael Singer. “The Untethered Soul” I like this book because it explores how our minds 
    create our suffering and how to escape from this suffering.  The language is straight forward 
    and does not require a belief in any particular philosophy or faith.