In this love letter to libraries, Black librarianship, and the healing power of story, I reflect on the legacy of bibliotherapy, a powerful visit to the Schomburg Center, and why we must protect our right to read.

Words of Wellness: "Sky Full of Elephants" and the Healing Journey of Parent and Child In Cebo Campbell’s debut novel Sky Full of Elephants, I was enamored to find a deep exploration of parenthood, healing, and the complexities of family bonds in a world radically transformed.

This month, Words of Wellness is excited to spotlight UNRULY: A Guide to Reclaiming Your True Self by Shelah Marie. Releasing on October 22nd, UNRULY is a must-read for anyone seeking to reclaim their story and embrace their full self.

This article explores the therapeutic value of imagination and literature, particularly through the lens of Jay Ellis's book 'Did Everyone Have an Imaginary Friend (or Just Me?)', highlighting how reconnecting with childhood experiences and imaginary friends can support healing, self-compassion, and personal growth. It underscores the significance of these childhood tools in navigating life's challenges and their enduring influence in adult life.

Bibliotherapy is a powerful tool for any and everyone on a healing journey. This modality utilizes literature to aid individuals in their journey towards self-mastery and self-discovery. The practice of bibliotherapy involves carefully matching clients with the right book at the right time that will resonate with their unique needs and challenges. In this blog […]

I remember asking a bibliotherapy client of mine when she discovered her love of reading. Her answer was as soon as she was old enough to realize that books are the only place she could fully express and experience her emotions. I know many of us can relate to the way books help us understand […]

One of the most important aspects of deepening reading practice and mindfulness in reading practice is to identify what type of reader you are. Are you an auditory, visual, or kinaesthetic reader? If you are a visual reader you are probably someone who is vividly imagining the images in the story. It may help to […]

When choosing literature for your client it's important to keep a few considerations in mind. As you get to know your client you will be able to identify their reading style, reading preferences, genre preferences and you will be able to understand who they are as readers.