My Favorite Books, Apps, and Podasts
One of the things I love most about working in mental health is that learning never really stops. Whether it's a thought-provoking book, a helpful app, or a podcast that offers a fresh perspective, I've found that some of the best insights often come from the resources we explore outside of therapy.
This page is a collection of books, apps, and podcasts that I've personally enjoyed or frequently recommend. Some focus on mental health and personal growth, while others simply encourage curiosity, self-reflection, or living a more balanced life. I hope you discover something here that resonates with you.
Please remember that these resources are intended for educational and self-help purposes only and are not a substitute for therapy, mental health treatment, or crisis services. If you're experiencing significant distress or are in need of additional support, I encourage you to reach out to a licensed mental health professional or utilize appropriate crisis resources.
Some of the resources on this page have been created by Talk About It Co., while others have been shared from trusted third-party sources. Some links may take you to websites outside of Talk About It Co. External resources are provided for your convenience and informational purposes and are not owned or maintained by Talk About It Co.
Books
Savannah's Top Picks:
The Gifts of Imperfection – Self-worth & perfectionism
The Body Keeps the Score – Trauma & healing
Set Boundaries, Find Peace – Healthy boundaries
Feeling Good – Anxiety & depression (CBT)
Hold Me Tight – Relationships & attachment
Mind Over Mood – Practical CBT exercises
Anxiety, Thoughts & Emotional Wellness
Understanding anxiety, emotions, and learning healthier ways to think and cope.
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The Anatomy of Anxiety by Ellen Vora
The Wisdom of Anxiety by Sheryl Paul
Feeling Good by David D. Burns
Mind Over Mood by Dennis Greenberger & Christine Padesky
The Language of Emotions by Karla McLaren
Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
Breath by James Nestor
Rock Steady by Ellen Forney
The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine N. Aron
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook by Matthew McKay, Jeffrey C. Wood & Jeffrey Brantley
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Self-Worth, Growth & Personal Change
For building confidence, overcoming self-criticism, breaking unhealthy patterns, and becoming your most authentic self.
The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown (One of my all-time favorites.)
Self-Compassion by Kristin Neff
I Thought It Was Just Me by Brené Brown
The Mountain Is You by Brianna Wiest
The Ten Dumbest Mistakes Smart People Make by Arthur Freeman & Rose DeWolf
Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
The Wisdom of Insecurity by Alan Watts
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Trauma, Healing & Grief
Books for understanding trauma, healing from difficult experiences, and navigating loss.
The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk
No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz
The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion
Navigating Grief Journal by Mia Roldan
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Relationships, Boundaries & Attachment
Learn to build healthier relationships while protecting your own well-being.
Set Boundaries, Find Peace by Nedra Glover Tawwab
Codependent No More by Melody Beattie
The Language of Letting Go by Melody Beattie
Hold Me Tight by Sue Johnson
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Memoirs & Fiction
Stories that explore mental health, resilience, trauma, and the human experience through real-life experiences or fiction.
Memoirs:
Call Me Tuesday — Leigh Byrne
Fiction:
Me & Emma — Elizabeth Flock
For Whom the Bell Tolls — Jaysea Lynn
Apps
Finch
A self-care app that turns healthy habits into a game by helping you care for a virtual pet while building routines, practicing mindfulness, and celebrating small wins.
Insight Timer
A free meditation and mindfulness app with thousands of guided meditations, sleep stories, calming music, and talks from mental health professionals and wellness experts.
Calm
A popular app designed to reduce stress and improve sleep through guided meditations, breathing exercises, soothing music, and bedtime stories.
Balance
A personalized meditation app that creates sessions based on your goals, experience level, and current needs, making mindfulness feel approachable and tailored to you.
Daylio
A simple mood and activity journal that helps you identify patterns between your emotions, daily habits, and overall well-being—without requiring long journal entries.
How We Feel
An emotion-tracking app that helps you identify, understand, and manage your feelings with science-backed tools, coping strategies, and emotional check-ins.
Libby
A free app that lets you borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines from your local library, making self-help and mental health resources more accessible.
Bearable
A comprehensive mood and symptom tracker that helps you identify patterns between your emotions, sleep, medications, exercise, nutrition, stress, and daily activities. Its easy-to-read charts and insights make it especially useful for recognizing triggers and tracking progress over time.
Podcasts
Favorite podcasts here.