Professional Development

The Body Keeps the Score

Bessel van der Kolk, MD

Foundational book on trauma and healing. Explains how trauma affects the ability to connect with others, the nervous system, and memory.

Coaches Rising Podcast

A podcast for coaches and therapists featuring in-depth interviews with leaders in coaching, psychology, and human development. Topics often include trauma, somatic work, and developmental psychology.

Psychiatry and Psychotherapy Podcast

UC Irvine

Free CME on psychodynamic therapy, OCD, polyvagal theory.

Light Up The Couch

Clearly Clinical

Affordable CE for social workers on ethics and diversity.

CE for Mental Health Counselors

Lisa Mustard

NBCC-approved CE through Podcourses on family systems.

CuriosityStream

Thousands of documentaries on science, history, psychology, neuroscience, and human behavior.

IFS Institute Videos

IFS Institute

Official collection of Dr. Schwartz demonstrations and workshops.

The Interpretation of Dreams

Sigmund Freud

Foundational psychoanalytic text on dream analysis and the unconscious mind.

Trauma and the 12 Steps

Integration of trauma-informed care with 12-step recovery principles.

Seeking Safety: A Treatment Manual for PTSD and Substance Abuse

Guilford

Professional clinical manual for treating trauma and substance abuse integration.

A Gentle Path through the Twelve Steps

Comprehensive guide to 12-step recovery with spiritual integration.

Advocacy Practice for Social Justice, Second Edition

Professional book on social justice advocacy and community practice.

A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life's Purpose

Eckhart Tolle

Consciousness and awakening to life purpose.

A Year of Zen: A 52-Week Guided Journal

Weekly guided mindfulness and Zen practice journal.

Conversations with God: An Uncommon Dialogue, Book 1

Neale Donald Walsch

Spiritual dialogue exploring consciousness and meaning.

Medical Medium: Secrets Behind Chronic and Mystery Illness and How to Finally Heal

Holistic approach to understanding and healing chronic illness.

Narcotics Anonymous Step Working Guides

Official NA guides for 12-step recovery program.

An Introduction to Group Work Practice, 7th Edition

Foundational clinical text on group therapy and group work practice.

Angry All the Time: An Emergency Guide to Anger Control

Clinical guide to anger management and emotional regulation.

The Brain That Changes Itself

Norman Doidge, MD

Groundbreaking book on neuroplasticity and brain recovery through experience.

Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma

Peter A. Levine, PhD

Foundational text on Somatic Experiencing approach to trauma healing.

Existential Psychotherapy

Irvin D. Yalom, MD

Comprehensive guide addressing death, freedom, isolation, and meaninglessness in therapy.

Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself

Kristin Neff, PhD

Foundational research on self-compassion with practical clinical applications.

Trauma and Recovery

Judith Herman, MD

Seminal work introducing the three-stage model of trauma recovery.

Emotionally Focused Therapy for Trauma

Susan M. Johnson and T. Leanne Campbell

EFT application to trauma recovery with couples work.

Internal Family Systems Therapy, Second Edition

Richard C. Schwartz and Martha Sweezy

Authoritative text on IFS with updated material on parts work.

In an Unspoken Voice

Peter A. Levine, PhD

Expanded exploration of Somatic Experiencing with theoretical foundations.

It Didn't Start With You

Mark Wolynn

Explores inherited family trauma and breaking cycles of pain across generations.

What Happened to You?

Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey

Shifts focus to 'What happened to you?' - trauma-informed approach to understanding behavior.

The Compassionate Mind

Paul Gilbert

Foundational book on Compassion Focused Therapy and the science of compassion.

My Grandmother's Hands

Resmaa Menakem, MSW

Body-centered approach to racialized trauma with somatic practices.

Fierce Self-Compassion

Kristin Neff, PhD

Explores the protective and motivational side of self-compassion.

The Brain's Way of Healing

Norman Doidge, MD

Noninvasive neuroplastic healing approaches for brain recovery.

The Gift of Therapy

Irvin D. Yalom, MD

85 reflections on the art and practice of psychotherapy.

How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence

Michael Pollan's exploration of the history and science of psychedelics. This book chronicles the resurgence of research into substances like psilocybin and LSD for treating mental health conditions.

The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook: Practical DBT Exercises for Learning Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance

A practical workbook by Matthew McKay, Jeffrey C. Wood, and Jeffrey Brantley offering exercises for learning core DBT skills. It's designed to help individuals manage overwhelming emotions and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

Headspace

Best meditation app for beginners with courses and sleep content.

VIA Character Strengths

Free research-validated assessment of 24 character strengths.

Self-Compassion by Dr. Kristin Neff

A comprehensive resource from leading expert Dr. Kristin Neff, offering guided meditations, exercises, and research on the practice of self-compassion. It provides practical tools for building resilience and emotional well-being.

The Mystical Experience Questionnaire (MEQ30)

An article providing the 30 questions of the Mystical Experience Questionnaire (MEQ30), a tool used in psychedelic research to measure the intensity of mystical-type experiences. These experiences are often correlated with positive therapeutic outcomes.

SAMHSA Evidence-Based Practices

SAMHSA

Comprehensive library of toolkits and training modules.

Gaia

Premium streaming dedicated to consciousness, yoga, meditation, spirituality, and personal transformation.

University Online Courses

University-level courses on thousands of topics including psychology, philosophy, and humanities.

LGBTQ+ Educational Content

LGBTQ+ focused entertainment and educational content. Supports inclusive and affirming practice values.

SAMHSA

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration - leading U.S. behavioral health agency.

NAMI

National Alliance on Mental Illness - nation's largest grassroots mental health organization.

International Coaching Federation

Leading global organization for professional coaches with resources and certification.

IFS Institute

Official IFS training and certification programs.

Somatic Experiencing Institute

Official SE training with comprehensive certification.

Polyvagal Institute

Official institute by Dr. Stephen Porges with Free Learning Library.

Compassionate Inquiry Training

Official Compassionate Inquiry training by Dr. Gabor Maté.

Psychotherapy.net

Training videos featuring master psychotherapists with CE credits.

PESI

Major continuing education provider for mental health professionals.

UC Davis Coaching Certificate

Certificate program for life and work coaching.

Institute of Coaching

Research-backed positive psychology interventions from Harvard.

EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)

The professional association for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapists and researchers. It provides information on EMDR therapy, training standards, and a directory to find certified therapists.

Johns Hopkins Center for Psychedelic and Consciousness Research

A leading academic center for advancing the understanding of psychedelics and consciousness. Their website provides information on their groundbreaking research, publications, and team of scientists.

Psychology Today Therapist Directory

A comprehensive directory for finding therapists, psychologists, and counselors in the US and internationally. Users can filter by location, insurance, specialty, and therapy type.

Psychedelic Support

An online directory for finding licensed mental health professionals and integration coaches who specialize in psychedelic-assisted therapy and harm reduction. They also offer online courses and educational resources.

The Neuroscience of Trust

An article in Harvard Business Review by Paul J. Zak that explains how the neurochemical oxytocin is a key biological basis for trust. It discusses how building a culture of trust benefits organizations and individuals.

That Discomfort You’re Feeling Is Grief

An interview with grief expert David Kessler published in Harvard Business Review. It discusses collective grief, especially in the context of the pandemic, and the value of naming feelings to manage them.

Transcendental Meditation (TM)

The official website for the Transcendental Meditation technique. It provides information on the practice, its scientifically validated benefits for stress and anxiety, and how to find a certified TM teacher.

Authentic Relating Training International (ART)

An organization that teaches the practice of Authentic Relating, a set of skills for creating more meaningful and connected human relationships. They offer courses and workshops designed to improve communication and relational intelligence.

Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health

A non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting the art and science of yoga. They offer a wide range of retreats and trainings in yoga, meditation, self-discovery, and holistic health.

The Social Dilemma

A resource focused on social. highly recommended for its valuable insights and content.

The Science of Pscilocybin and Its Use to Relieve Suffering

Roland Griffiths, Ph.D.

A resource focused on psychadelic research. highly recommended for its valuable insights and content. by roland griffiths, ph.d.

The Elephant in the Room: Psychedelics and Social Justice

Charlotte Barton

MAPS Bulletin article addressing racial justice and equity issues in the psychedelic research and therapy community (2017).

Carrying the Torch: Equity in Psychedelic Medicine

Jae McCowan

MAPS Bulletin article on advancing equity and representation in psychedelic therapy training and access (2020).

Inclusion of people of color in psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy: A review of the literature

Tiffany I. Michaels et al.

BMC Psychiatry systematic review examining barriers to inclusion and strategies for increasing diversity in psychedelic research (2018).

Race-Based Trauma: Symptoms, Sequelae, and Strategies

Monnica T. Williams & Christopher Leins

MAPS Bulletin article examining race-based traumatic stress and culturally responsive treatment approaches (2016).

Culturally informed research design issues in a study for MDMA-assisted psychotherapy for posttraumatic stress disorder

Monnica T. Williams et al.

Journal of Psychedelic Studies paper on culturally responsive methodology in MDMA therapy research (2020).

Psychology Tools

Evidence-based resources including CBT worksheets and therapy tools.

Positive Psychology Coaching Tools

38+ coaching tools and evidence-based assessments.

Psychedelic Integration Workbook

MAPS

Comprehensive workbook for psychedelic integration and trauma recovery.

Narrative Therapy

Story-based approach to identity reconstruction and meaning-making

Cultural genogram: A tool for teaching and practice

Sylvia Shellenberger et al.

Clinical tool for exploring cultural heritage and its impact on therapeutic relationships and treatment approaches.

THE CHOICE: Act, Accept, or Run Away 31/30 How to Process Emotions- Course Summary 🎉

Medicine’s Dirty Secret | Doctors and Mental Health

Here's the Best Way to Seek Medication for Mental Health | MedCircle

How to become a mental health professional | Kati Morton

IPI Year

Get certified as a psychedelic-assisted therapy provider with this year-long, top-ranked psychedelic-assisted therapy training program.

Why You Feel Lost in Life: Dr. Gabor Maté on Trauma & How to Heal

Why Normal Is a Myth-Dr. Gabor Maté

Joe Rogan: The Reason KETAMINE Helps With Depression

Dr. Paul Conti: How to Improve Your Mental Health | Huberman Lab Guest Series

The Science of Gratitude & How to Build a Gratitude Practice | Huberman Lab Essentials

How Dying Looks In Dementia With Hospice Nurse Julie

Hospice Nurse Julie McFadden: I’ve Seen Hundreds Die — And This Life Isn’t the End

Hidden Signs of Emotional Intelligence & The Mental Health Impacts | MedCircle LIVE Panel

MedCircle Doctors Tell All: Hear Their Mental Health Stories

4 Simple Therapy Techniques to Actually Reach Your Goals | MedCircle

Student Internships — Center for Psychedelic & Consciousness Research

Resource on psychedelics and mental health from hopkinspsychedelic.org

IPI Ketamine Medical Provider Online Training

Expand the spectrum of root causes of mental illness that you are equipped to resolve. Help your patients achieve genuine wellness with natural and pharmaceutical evidence-based practices.

Psychedelics for the Exploration of Self

The felt experience is the essence of being human. Psychedelic medicines are revolutionizing the mental health field, in part because they break down barriers of the psyche, opening up alternative avenues in perception. Altered states of conscious...

Closing the I: Research Takes a Closer Look at the Experience of Ego Dissolution

Steven Jay Lynn et al. / Binghamton University

Research exploring ego dissolution—the loss of ordinary sense of self—and its connection to psychedelics, meditation, and daily life experiences. Includes development of a validated scale to measure both positive (unity) and negative (ego loss) aspects of this phenomenon.

A Master Key: How Psychedelics May Reopen Critical Periods in the Brain

Greg Rienzi / Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins researchers show that psychedelic drugs including MDMA and psilocybin can reopen critical periods in the brain—windows of enhanced learning and neuroplasticity—potentially enabling treatment for stroke, traumatic brain injury, and other conditions.

Do Psychedelics Increase or Decrease Intelligence?

Dr. Anthony Cave / Medical Secrets

A comprehensive exploration of how psychedelics (ketamine, LSD, psilocybin, MDMA, ayahuasca, mescaline) affect cognitive performance, drawing on clinical experience from over 1,000 IV ketamine sessions and research on neuroplasticity, memory, and creative cognition.

How Ketamine Treats Depression - Yale Medicine Explains

Yale Medicine

Yale Medicine experts explain how ketamine works differently from traditional antidepressants by promoting neuroplasticity and synapse regrowth. Covers the rapid-onset effects, critical periods of brain plasticity, and the importance of combining ketamine with psychotherapy.

Amen Clinics

A group of outpatient clinics founded by Dr. Daniel Amen that uses SPECT brain imaging to help diagnose and treat mental health and behavioral disorders. They offer a unique approach combining neuroscience with psychiatry.

Silver Hill Hospital

A non-profit psychiatric hospital in New Canaan, CT, offering comprehensive treatment for psychiatric and substance use disorders. They have a reputation for high-quality care and offer a range of programs, including a ketamine treatment program.

How to Integrate Your Shadow

Academy of Ideas

A resource focused on shadow. recommended as a valuable resource. by academy of ideas.

Can Psychedelics Trigger Psychosis?

Erica Zelfand

Clinical article examining the relationship between psychedelic use and psychotic episodes, including risk factors and harm reduction (2019).

The Autistic Psychedelic: Applying Neurodiversity-Affirming Principles to Guide Safe, Meaningful Experiences

Aaron Paul Orsini

Guide for supporting neurodivergent individuals in psychedelic experiences with affirming, safety-focused approaches (2021).

Ligare - A Christian Psychedelic Society

Ligare

A Christian psychedelic society discerning how faith and traditions may support the ethical and spiritually grounded use of psychedelics for healing and renewal. Ligare (Latin: 'to join or link') explores the intersection of Christianity and psychedelic-assisted therapy.

Institute of Noetic Sciences (IONS)

Institute of Noetic Sciences

A nonprofit scientific research center founded in 1973 by Apollo 14 astronaut Dr. Edgar Mitchell, specializing in the intersection of science and profound human experience. IONS conducts research on consciousness, interconnectedness, and human potential.

The Call To Courage

Brene Brown

A resource focused on emotion. highly recommended for its valuable insights and content. by brene brown.

My Therapy Session with Dr. Gabor Maté

Dr Gabor Maté on Psychedelics, Trauma and The Body (Part 5)

Doctor Explains Psilocybin Therapy

Journalist Abigail Shrier on Gen Z's Anxiety Problem and Why Therapy May Not Be the Solution

Johann Hari on The Way Loneliness Impacts Mental Health | Joe Rogan

War Correspondent Ben Anderson on Receiving Ketamine Therapy | Joe Rogan

Joe Rogan Andrew Huberman talk Ketamine Therapy #shorts

Essentials: Breathing for Mental & Physical Health & Performance | Dr. Jack Feldman

How Meditation Works & Science-Based Effective Meditations

Why Do I Feel So Anxious All The Time? Dr. Tracey Marks Explains Anxiety, the Brain & Mental Health

Top 4 Inherited Mental Health Disorders: What You Need to Know

The Truth About Anxiety & ADHD: Life-Changing Tools From Renowned Psychiatrist Dr. Tracey Marks

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