Browse our curated collection of books and websites that we have found helpful in our personal and professional lives.

Marriage

  • Two smiling adults, a woman in a blue blazer and a man in a blue suit, holding an award plaque. The award reads "Psychotherapy Lifeline Achievement Award 2021 John Gottman & Julie Schwartz Gottman". The background is plain white.

    The Gottman Institute

    The Gottman Institute offers research-based tools and resources to help couples build a foundation for a lifetime of love. They also provide live workshops and take-home training materials for couples.

  • Cover of the book titled "The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work" by John M. Gottman, Ph.D., with Nan Silver, featuring a green banner and wedding rings.

    The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work

    The “seven principles” are based on Dr. John Gottman’s research at the "Love Lab" and his observations of couples in various stages of marriage. These principles are designed to help couples enhance communication, deepen emotional connection, and navigate conflicts in a healthier way.

  • Cover of a book titled 'The Relationship Cure: A 5 Step Guide to Strengthening Your Marriage, Family, and Friendships' by John M. Gottman, PhD, and Joan DeClaire.

    The Relationship Cure

    The main premise of The Relationship Cure is that the key to relationship success is not just the ability to resolve conflict but also the ability to connect emotionally. Dr. John Gottman presents a model for understanding and improving relationships through what he calls "bids for connection".

  • Book cover titled 'Created for Connection' by Dr. Sue Johnson with Kenneth Sanderfer, featuring an image of a couple holding hands at sunset with a gradient background from blue to yellow.

    Created for Connection

    Created for Connection is designed to help couples strengthen their emotional bonds and build a lasting relationship based on love, trust, and emotional responsiveness. It applies the principles of Emotionally Focused Therapy to help couples deepen their connection and improve communication.

  • Front cover of the book titled "Come As You Are" by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D., featuring a pink background, a female silhouette, and a gold sticker indicating it is revised and updated.

    Come As You Are

    This book is based on the latest scientific research on human sexuality, aimed at helping readers understand the complexities of sexual desire and satisfaction, particularly for women. It provides an in-depth look at how the brain, body, and emotions shape sexual experiences and offers practical insights for improving one’s sex life.

Parenting & Family Relationships

  • Book cover titled 'Parenting with Love & Logic' by Foster Cline, MD, and Jim Fay, with images of children and parents.

    Parenting With Love and Logic

    This book introduces a practical and balanced approach to raising children, focusing on the importance of fostering responsibility, respect, and self-discipline while maintaining a loving, supportive relationship. It emphasizes a strategy that combines both love and logical consequences, helping parents guide their children toward making better choices and becoming more independent.

  • Book cover of 'It Didn't Start With You' by Mark Wolynn, about inherited family trauma, with a graphic of two side profiles of human heads connected by a double helix.

    It Didn't Start With You

    A powerful and thought-provoking book by Mark Wolynn, a licensed psychotherapist and expert in trauma. Wolynn explores how unresolved family trauma can be passed down through generations, impacting our mental, emotional, and physical well-being.