Mental Health Blog

The Self-Discovery Space

A place that encourages you to tap into your innate power to heal, grow, & love. These reflections and resources from this mental health blog are here to support your journey and nurture your curiosity, self-awareness, and wellbeing.

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Ashley Allen, a therapist for women, sitting on wooden stairs and reading a book in her Lutry therapy office

What’s on the Bookshelf

Therapy isn’t just about what happens in our sessions

It’s about the little moments in between, the insights that land when you least expect them, and the ways you nourish your own growth. That’s why I always recommend books to my clients through this mental health blog. Reading can be a powerful tool for healing, self-discovery, and learning how to support yourself beyond the therapy room.

Here, on this mental health blog, you’ll find a collection of books that have inspired me, helped my clients, and might just be the perspective shift or deep exhale you need. Whether you’re looking to understand yourself better, break free from old patterns, or find comfort in knowing you’re not alone—there’s something here for you.

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The cover of the book titled 'The Let Them Theory' by Mel Robbins, with a green background and yellow dot pattern radiating from the center, features bold white and black text.

The cover of a book titled 'Raising a Happier Mother' by Anna Mathur.

Book cover with colorful, rainbow-like background and the title 'STOP People Pleasing and Find Your Power' by Hailey Magee.

Book cover of 'Beyond Anxiety' by Martha Beck, featuring a colorful paintbrush stroke design against a light blue sky background.

Book cover titled 'The New Menopause' by Mary Claire Haver, MD, featuring large, colorful text on a light background.

Book cover titled "It's On Me" by Sara Kuburic, PhD, The Millennial Therapist, with a purple background, pink and blue text, and a circular mirror image.

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