These are some things that have helped me learn during my MSW journey or have been recommended. Also including ASWB study materials! This list will be edited over time as I hear about resources that others like, as well!
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Books to read
Intervention Books
ASWB Exam Prep
Books to read
Some books for you and some can also be recommended to clients- I would read them first before recommending:)
dense with good info
Trauma and Recovery: Aftermath of Violence
must read!!! a classic for a reason
The Body Keeps the Score: Healing Trauma
such a great read!! short chapters, easy read
The Gift of Therapy: Open Letter to Therapists
one of my favorite memoirs about complex trauma
What My Bones Know: Memoir of Healing
on my list! have heard amazing things
Letters to a Young Therapist
Carl Rogers- classic I still need to read
On Becoming A Person: Therapist's View
must read!!! short and page turner
Man's Search for Meaning
great read! such a staple
Maybe You Should Talk To Someone
on my bookshelf
Good Morning, Monster
IFS- need to read
No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma with IFS Model
SA trigger warning- absolutely masterfully written.
The Tell
LOVED this book! ED, trauma, family conflict
I'm Glad My Mom Died
Intervention Books
some more “textbook” like info books for keeping up with interventions and modalities
ED Workbook !!!- Preorder!
The Eating Disorder Recovery Reset
CBT- I use exercises in this book in sessions
Thoughts and Feelings: Control Your Moods
Exercises for ED clients
The Eating Disorder and Body Image Toolbox
research snippets from founding psychologists- really digestible
Psych 101
great breakdown of assessment questions
Where to Start and What to Ask Handbook
haven't read yet but on my list!
The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma
IFS- haven't read yet!
Internal Family Systems Skills Training Manual
DBT
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook
CBT- haven't read yet
Retrain Your Brain: CBT in 7 Weeks
Another great workbook for clients- preorder!!
Self-Directed Complex PTSD Exercises for Women
ASWB Exam Prep
this is what I used to study and pass the exam on the first try! Bootcamp was a game changer and Dawn Apgar is essential for learning content.
this is the best exam prep book out there!
Social Work Licensing Masters Exam Guide
this course was essential for me to learn HOW to take the exam- loved it and they mail you a workbook
