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Recommended Resources

Support beyond
the session.

Books.

No Bad Parts Richard C. Schwartz, PhD

An introduction to Internal Family Systems — the idea that every part of you, even the ones you fight against, is trying to help.

A Grace Disguised Jerry Sittser

A theologian's reflection on catastrophic loss, and how grief can become a place the soul grows rather than just survives.

A Monster Calls Patrick Ness

A boy's confrontation with his mother's terminal illness — a story about anger, denial, and the truths grief makes us tell.

The Worm at the Core Sheldon Solomon, Jeff Greenberg & Tom Pyszczynski

A look at how the fear of death quietly shapes belief, behavior, and identity — for readers drawn to the "why" behind the work.

Good Inside Dr. Becky Kennedy

A framework for parenting from connection rather than control — useful for anyone raising kids or making sense of their own upbringing.

Websites.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline Call or text 988

Free, confidential crisis support available 24/7 for anyone in emotional distress or suicidal crisis.

Johnson County Mental Health Center Crisis Line 913-268-0156

Local 24/7 crisis line for Johnson County, KS residents — free, confidential support for mental health or substance use crises.

Psychology Today psychologytoday.com

A directory of therapists and articles on mental health — a good starting point for finding additional or specialized support.

IFS Institute ifs-institute.com

The official home of Internal Family Systems — training, articles, and background on the model behind "No Bad Parts."

Podcasts.

Divergent Conversations Megan Anna Neff & Patrick Casale

Two therapists talk candidly about neurodivergence, identity, and the therapy field itself.

Good Inside Dr. Becky Kennedy

Practical, compassionate parenting guidance rooted in the belief that people are doing their best with the tools they have.

Where Should We Begin? Esther Perel

Unscripted couples therapy sessions that pull back the curtain on how real relational work actually sounds.

Community.

Summit Ranch Shawnee, KS

A nonprofit serving kids and teens ages 8–18 with clinical therapy, ADHD and executive function coaching, and nature-based group programs that build confidence and emotional regulation. summitranch.org

Fight Club Kansas City, KS

In-person peer groups for teens, led by trained facilitators, offering a confidential, screen-free space for real connection — because no one should have to fight alone. fightclub-us.com

The Blog.

Writing on formation, grief, relationships, and the work of therapy — from Albatross Counseling.

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