Resources


​This page contains links to websites not administered by Las Colinas Psychological Services (LCPS). LCPS is not responsible or liable for the accuracy or the content of linked pages. While these resources may contain helpful information, always consult your mental health professional regarding the best treatment approach for your particular situation. LCPS does not benefit from the sale or promotion of the books, organizations, or websites listed below.

Books for Adults

The ADHD advantage: What you thought was a diagnosis may be your greatest strength, by Dale Archer.

The body keeps the score: Brain, mind and body in the healing of trauma, by Bessel van der Kolk, MD.

The book of Joy: Lasting happiness in a changing world, by Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu, and Douglas Abrams. 

The brain that changes itself: Stories of personal triumph from the frontiers of brain science, by Norman Doidge.

Daring greatly: How the courage to be vulnerable transforms the way we live, love, parent, and lead, ​by Brene Brown.

The drama of the gifted child: The search for the true self, by Alice Miller.

Falling upward: A spirituality for the two halves of life, by Richard Rohr.

Getting to the other side of grief: Overcoming the loss of a spouse, by J. Susan, Ed Zonnebelt-Smeenge, and Robert DeVries.

The gifts of imperfection: Let go of who you think you're supposed to be and embrace who you are, by Brené Brown.

How to go on living when someone you love dies, by Terese Rando.

Man's search for meaning, by Viktor Frankl.

Parenting from the inside out: How a deeper self understanding can help you raise children who thrive. by Daniel Siegel and Mary Hartzell.

Parenting with love and logic, by Foster Klein and Jim Fay.

The relationship cure: A 5-step guide to strengthening your marriage, family, and friendships, by John Gottman.​​​

This isn't what I expected: Overcoming postpartum depression, by Karen Kleiman and Valerie Raskin.

Transitions: Making sense of life's changes, by William Bridges

The upside of stress: Why stress is good for you, and how to get good at it, by Kelly McGonigal.

We do: Saying yes to a relationship of depth, true connection and enduring love, by Stan Tatkin

Wisdom from the couch: Knowing and growing yourself from the inside out, by Jennifer Kunst.​

Books for Adolescents and Children
Behind my Mask, by Bridgette Savage. (This book was created to provide parents and caregivers a fun way to help children understand and feel comfortable with masks, and to find ways to work around difficulties in communication.)

Color me stress free: Zen mandala templates to unplug and unwind, by Lacy Mucklow and Angela Porter.

Express yourself: A teen girl's guide to speaking up and being who you are, by Emily Roberts.

Get out of your mind and into your life for teens: A guide to living an extraordinary life, by Joseph Ciarrochi, Louise Hayes, and Ann Bailey.

Have you filled your bucket today: A guide to daily happiness for kids, by Carol McCloud​

The invisible boy, by Trudy Ludwig (social exclusion, loneliness). Commonsense Media review here.

The invisible string by Patrice Karst. (separation and loss)

Positive ninja: A children's book about mindfulness and managing negative emotions and feelings, by Mary Nhin 

Sitting still like a frog: Mindfulness exercises for kids (and their parents), by Eline Snel. 

The stress reduction workbook for teens: Mindfulness skills to help you deal with stress, by Gina Biegel

A terrible thing happened, by Margaret M. Holmes and Sasha J. Mudlaff (for children who have witnessed violence or trauma).

What to do when you worry too much: A kids guide to overcoming anxiety, by Dawn Huebner. 

When nothing matters anymore: A survival guide for depressed teens, by Bev Cobain.


​Websites and Organizations

A Home Within
Connecting foster youth and pro-bono therapists in relationship-based psychotherapy for trauma and development issues common to foster kids.

Common Sense Media
A non-partisan, not-for-profit organization providing information and tools for parents including reviews and age-ratings for books, movies, websites, and video games.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (Dallas Chapter)
DBSA is a peer-directed national organization that offers peer-based, wellness-oriented support groups and resources.

Disability Rights Texas
Texas's federally designated legal protection and advocacy agency for persons with disabilities.

EMDR International Association (EMDRIA)
International non-profit organization providing resources on EMDR therapy.

Fight the New Drug
Educational resource on pornography addiction.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI, Dallas chapter)
NAMI Dallas provides assistance to individuals and family members/caregivers affected by mental illness. ​
214.341.7133

Stop Bullying
Resources for kids, parents, and teachers. ​​​​​​​​

Understanding Psychotherapy
Resources compiled by the American Psychological Association on therapy, finding and selecting a psychologist, making and going to your first appointment, paying for therapy and using insurance, understanding the process and effectiveness of therapy, and knowing when you're done.  ​


​Emergency and Crisis Numbers

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
​988   (or 800-273-8255)
Free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Includes specialized services for veterans, active military, and their families.

​Crisis Text Line:
741741
Confidential 24/7 help and support.

North Texas Behavioral Health Authority
ADAPT 34/7 Mobile Crisis Hotline
24-hour crisis hotline and face-to-face mental health services for people experiencing a mental health crisis.
866.260.8000
https://ntbha.org

Suicide and Crisis Center of North Texas
Call 24/7   214.828.1000
Text Sat & Sun 8-10pm  972.533.3323
http://www.sscenter.org

Dallas Area Rape Crisis Center:
972-641-7273
Hotline and links to area services.

Domestic Violence National Help Line:
800-799-7233
24/7 confidential support for anyone experiencing domestic violence, seeking resources or information, or questioning unhealthy aspects of their relationship.