Cape Town, South Africa
Books/Apps
Check out the following books and apps for more information on mental health, therapy, and healing.
The Body Keeps the Score
Book by Bessel van der Kolk
A life-changing read for trauma survivors
Emotional First Aid
Book by Guy Winch
Guidance for anyone looking to become more resilient, build self-esteem, and let go of the hurts and hang-ups that are holding them back.
AbleTo App
Get the support — for little to no cost. From 1-on-1 virtual therapy and coaching to on-demand self care. Helps to manage your mental health.
Hope and Help for Your Nerves: End Anxiety Now
Book by Dr. Claire Weekes
Provides step-by-step guidance on how to understand and mitigate symptoms of anxiety.
Don't Believe Everything You Think
Book by Joseph Nguyen
A guide to overcoming anxiety, self-doubt, and self-sabotage.
Talkspace App
An online therapy platform that provides the confidential support of a licensed therapist through an easy-to-use and HIPAA-compliant app. Improve your mental health in the most convenient and affordable way!
Awake: It's Your Turn
Book By: Angelo DiLullo MD
This book talks about the steps you can take to over come mental health issues and connect with your spirituality to become your best self.
Maybe You Should Talk To Someone
Book by Lori Gottlieb
A book about therapy, how it works, and some of the psychology behind it utilised by therapists.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Book by Stephen Covey
Provides a comprehensive framework for developing healthy habits to make you a more prosperous and effective individual.
Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic
A book that helps you examine the trauma you have, so you can become self aware. The book explains how trauma affects the body and mind.
The Body Keeps The Score
Book By: Bessel van der Kolk M.D.
This book talks about how trauma affects the brain and reshapes it. It also shows the steps you can take to over come this trauma.
Podcasts
Ologies with Alie Ward
Recommended Episode:
Dolorology (PAIN) with Rachel Zoffness
Podcast on explanations of parts of human life. Episode above explains what pain is and how to handle it. Explains the inner working of the human mind and how to retrain the brain.
Peter Attia: The Drive
Recommended Episode: Tim Ferriss: Depression, Psychedelics, and Emotional Resilience
A podcast that discusses a variety of mental health issues and success stories.
Episode above features Tim Ferriss: author of 4 best selling books. This podcast covers the connection between psychedelics and mental health, and how to overcome conditions like depression, addiction, and anxiety.