Therapy is... Magic: An essential guide to the ups, downs and life-changing experiences of talking therapy

by Jo Love

Overview

In this part memoir, part mental health resource and how-to guide, Jo Love throws opens the door of her therapist's office and shines a light on what exactly goes on in the therapy room. With the help of experts, including her very own therapist, Jo opens a rare window into the real world of therapy, unpicking the magical powers that enabled her to re-find her own voice, restored her resilience through the cloudiest days and ultimately saved her from her own mind.

Each chapter includes:

- A therapy list where Jo shares her knowledgeable insights into therapy
- Inspirational voices in the mental health space on the life-changing effects of therapy
- A 'From the Other Chair' section featuring expert opinions from mental health professionals
- 'Need Help Now' suggestions

Therapy is Magic moves away from the stigma sometimes associated with seeking help, and shines a light on the emotional and physical benefits of talking therapies. Jo Love shows us that with professional guidance we can heal ourselves and the relationships we have, tackle addictions and trauma, and save our minds.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781529348460
Publisher:	Hodder
Publication date:	11/19/2024
Pages:	288
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 1.25(h) x 9.00(d)

About the Author

Jo Love is a trainee psychotherapist, mental health advocate and artist.

Jo regularly speaks, writes, hosts events, workshops and talks on mental health. She shares her experience of mental illness including depression, anxiety and burnout alongside evidence-based strategies that helped her recover. She is a mental health ambassador for various brands and organisations. Jo regularly consults with companies, brands and schools on how to look after our mental health and help break the stigma that still sadly surrounds getting support.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Part 1 Therapy Is… 13

Chapter 1 Therapy is Uncomfortable 15

Chapter 2 Therapy is Awkward 35

Chapter 3 Therapy is Overwhelming 53

Chapter 4 Therapy is Eye-opening 79

Chapter 5 Therapy is a Privilege 101

Chapter 6 Therapy is Hard 111

Chapter 7 Therapy is Learning 131

Chapter 8 Therapy is Magic 143

Part 2 Getting the Most Out of Therapy 163

Chapter 9 Is Therapy For You? 165

Chapter 10 How to Find the Right Therapy for You 185

Chapter 11 The First Session 209

Chapter 12 Outside the Therapy Room 225

Chapter 13 When Therapy Comes to an End 243

Final Word 258

Resources 260

Notes 265

Acknowledgements 269

Index 271

About the Author 281