Recommended Books
Many parents appreciate having trusted, research-informed resources to turn to as questions arise. The books below are ones I often recommend to families seeking thoughtful guidance around adolescent development, anxiety, attention and executive functioning, learning differences, and emotional regulation.
Untangled
Lisa Damour, Ph.D.
A research-informed guide to understanding the developmental transitions of adolescent girls. I often recommend this book to parents seeking clarity and reassurance during the teenage years.
The Emotional Lives of Teenagers
Lisa Damour, Ph.D.
A compassionate and research-informed exploration of adolescents’ emotional development, including the life of both boys and girls. This book offers practical guidance for understanding mood shifts, stress, and resilience.
Under Pressure
Lisa Damour, Ph.D.
A thorough examination of stress and achievement culture in adolescent girls. This book offers insight into helping teens build resilience, confidence and emotional balance in high pressure environments and everyday life.
The Anxious Generation
Jonathan Haidt, Ph.D.
An exploration of the cultural and technological shifts shaping the mental health of today’s youth. This book offers a broader perspective on rising anxiety and the impact of digital life on development.
Helping Your Anxious Child
Ronald Rapee, Ph.D., et al.
A research-based, parent-focused guide grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. This book offers structured, practical strategies for supporting children and adolescents in gradually facing fears and building confidence over time.
Learning How to Learn
Barbara Oakley, Ph.D. & Terrence Sejnowski, Ph.D.
An accessible and research-informed guide to understanding how the brain learns most effectively. The book offers everyday strategies for improving focus, memory, and study habits, while reducing academic stress for children and teens.
Taking Charge of ADHD
Russel A. Barkley, Ph.D.
A clear, research-based guide for parents navigating ADHD in children and adolescents. This book offers practical strategies grounded in decades of clinical research, helping families better understand attention, and executive functioning.
Overcoming Dyslexia
Sally Shaywitz, M.D.
A research-based overview of dyslexia across development. I often recommend this book to help families better understand what dyslexia is, what a comprehensive assessment can clarify, and how evidence-informed supports can strengthen reading skills and confidence over time.
How To Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk
Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
A practical and compassionate guide to strengthening communication between parents and children. This book offers respectful, skill-based strategies for reducing conflict and fostering cooperation across all developmental stages.
No-Drama Discipline
Daniel J. Siegel, M.D. & Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D.
A practical guide to setting boundaries while maintaining connection. This book offers clear strategies for responding to challenging behaviour in ways that support emotional regulation and long-term skill building.
If you’re navigating any of these challenges and would like individualized support, I welcome you to get in touch.