Resources
At Practice, we love learning– and we know that you like resources too. So we’re sharing a non-comprehensive list (in alphabetical order!) of some of our favorite mental health and mindfulness-related resources for kids, teens, and parents– many of which directly inform the work that we do!
Websites
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)-- plus, a link to the Northern California CHADD chapter!
International OCD Foundation (IOCDF)
The Yale University SPACE Program (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions)
Mindfulness/Meditation Apps
Insight Timer (fantastic, and free!)
Podcasts
(Also, an old favorite on the topic of parenting, now retired, but worth a listen if you haven’t already: The Longest Shortest Time)
Books
Chansky, Tamar (2014). Freeing Your Child from Anxiety, Revised and Updated Edition: Practical Strategies to Overcome Fears, Worries, and Phobias and Be Prepared for Life—from Toddlers to Teens. Harmony.
Chansky, Tamar (2008). Freeing Your Child from Negative Thinking: Powerful, Practical Strategies to Build a Lifetime of Resilience, Flexibility, and Happiness. Da Capo Lifelong Books.
Flynn, Lisa (2013). Yoga for Children: 200+ Yoga Poses, Breathing Exercises, and Meditations for Healthier, Happier, More Resilient Children. Adams Media.
Greenland, Susan (2010). The Mindful Child: How to Help Your Kid Manage Stress and Become Happier, Kinder, and More Compassionate. Free Press.
Hanh, Thich Nhat (2011). Planting Seeds: Practicing Mindfulness with Children. Parallax Press.
Harper Cohen, Jennifer (2013). Little Flower Yoga for Kids. New Harbinger.
Kabat-Zinn, Jon & Myla (1997). Everyday Blessings: The Inner Work of Mindful Parenting. Hyperion.
Naumburg, Carla (2014). Parenting in the Present Moment: How to Stay Focused on What Really Matters. Parallax Press.
Race, Kristen (2013). Mindful Parenting: Simple and powerful solutions for raising creative, engaged, happy kids in today’s hectic world. St. Martin’s Griffin.
Saltzman, Amy (2014). A still quiet place: A mindfulness Program for Teaching Children and Adolescents to Ease Stress and Difficult Emotions. New Harbinger Publications.
Shapiro, Lawrence, & Sprague, Robin (2009). The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook for Kids: Help for Children to Cope with Stress, Anxiety, and Transitions. Instant Help Books.
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