Trauma informed book club.
Our Mental Health Book Club is a safe, supportive space where we explore books that focus on healing, personal growth, relationships, boundaries, trauma, attachment, and self-discovery.
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Each month, we choose a therapy-informed or psychology-based book and guide you through it with reflection prompts, discussions, and practical takeaways you can apply in your daily life.
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This is not just a “book club” — it’s a gentle community focused on:
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Learning about yourself and your patterns
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Understanding mental health through stories and research
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Building emotional awareness and coping skills
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Feeling seen and supported by others (no pressure to share!)
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Growing at your own pace — with guidance from therapist​
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Whether you're interested in attachment styles, stress management, boundaries, trauma recovery, or self-compassion, our book selections are chosen to support real-life healing in a relatable, down-to-earth way.
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Open to individuals across Atlantic Canada and Ontario — all done virtually.
Come read with us. Learn with us. Heal with us.
November - January 25/26
What My Bones Know — A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma
Author: Stephanie Foo
What My Bones Know is a powerful memoir by journalist Stephanie Foo, exploring her journey of healing from Complex PTSD, intergenerational trauma, and chronic stress. Blending personal storytelling with research-backed psychology, this book offers an honest look at trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, attachment wounds, and the resiliency of the human brain.
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This selection aligns deeply with Everest Therapeutics’ trauma-informed, holistic approach to mental health. Readers will find themes related to childhood trauma, emotional neglect, self-compassion, identity, cultural trauma, and the long-term impacts of adversity, making it a meaningful resource for anyone navigating anxiety, overwhelm, or a history of trauma.
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For clients across Atlantic Canada — Newfoundland & Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and beyond — this book offers validation, insight, and gentle guidance on the path toward healing. It is a highly recommended read for individuals exploring their trauma narrative, building emotional regulation skills, or beginning therapy.
August - October 2025
How to do the Work: Recognize your patterns, heal from the past + create your self.
Dr. Nicole Lepera
August - October 2025
This bestselling book gently walks us through:
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Understanding how past experiences shape our thoughts and behaviors.
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Tools for reparenting, setting boundaries, and building emotional regulation.
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A clear and empowering invitation to break cycles and begin healing.​
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This book aligns with our values: de-pathologizing, self-compassionate, trauma-aware healing—with real tools for self-awareness and growth.
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Grab your copy/audiobook here: https://a.co/d/5NGhyDC
(or check your local library or bookstore!)




