Books

Books That Changed Me

A Personal Library of Transformation, Healing, and Awakening

With over two decades of experience as a therapist, I’ve consistently used books as powerful teaching tools. I’ve led countless book groups that have helped clients heal, transform, and awaken to new possibilities within themselves.

These are the books I return to—some will crack you open, soften your heart, challenge your mind, and reshape the way you see and move through the world. I offer them as companions on your healing journey.

I’ve grouped them by themes, though many could live in every category. In each section, the first book listed is the one I most often recommend starting with—especially if you’re new to the theme or looking for somewhere to begin. Follow what calls you.

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Awakening + Awareness

The Untethered Soul – Michael A. Singer
The Untethered Soul – Michael A. Singer
"This book cracked something open in me. It’s the most powerful guide I know to realizing you are not the voice in your head. I’ve read it 11 times, and every time it brings me, and the groups I’ve led through it, closer to freedom." – Elizabeth
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A New Earth – Eckhart Tolle
A New Earth – Eckhart Tolle
Oprah said, “If I had to choose just one book to read to awaken consciousness, A New Earth would be it.”
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Awareness – Anthony de Mello
Awareness – Anthony de Mello
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Awareness – Osho
Awareness – Osho
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Surrender Experiment- Michael Singer
Surrender Experiment- Michael Singer
"I’ve had the privilege of spending time with Mickey over the years. On my last visit, we walked the very land this book speaks of—each step a reminder of how powerful life becomes when we stop resisting and start trusting. This story gently invites you to surrender your grip and let life guide you." – Elizabeth
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The Way of Liberation – Adyashanti
The Way of Liberation – Adyashanti
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Letting Go – David R. Hawkins
Letting Go – David R. Hawkins
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The Seat of the Soul – Gary Zukav
The Seat of the Soul – Gary Zukav
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The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle
The Power of Now – Eckhart Tolle
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Psychology + Inner Healing

The Drama of the Gifted Child – Alice Miller
The Drama of the Gifted Child – Alice Miller
"This will rock your world—crack you open. Trigger Warning: it is short in length, but take your time as it can bring up a lot of emotions." – Elizabeth
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No Bad Parts – Richard Schwartz
No Bad Parts – Richard Schwartz
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The Choice – Edith Eger
The Choice – Edith Eger
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A Year to Live – Stephen Levine
A Year to Live – Stephen Levine
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Natural Pain Relief – Shinzen Young
Natural Pain Relief – Shinzen Young
"Powerful meditative techniques." – Elizabeth
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Anatomy of the Spirit – Caroline Myss
Anatomy of the Spirit – Caroline Myss
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Trapped in the Mirror – Elan Golomb
Trapped in the Mirror – Elan Golomb
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Love, Compassion + Relationship

The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz
The Four Agreements – Don Miguel Ruiz
This much beloved spiritual guide reveals four simple yet profound principles to transform your life. Grab The Four Agreements and follow along week by week as we explore its timeless wisdom in our Four Agreements Course.
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After the Ecstasy, the Laundry – Jack Kornfield
After the Ecstasy, the Laundry – Jack Kornfield
"My heart was softer and kinder on the other side of this book." – Elizabeth
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The Mastery of Love – Don Miguel Ruiz
The Mastery of Love – Don Miguel Ruiz
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The Book of Joy – Dalai Lama & Desmond Tutu
The Book of Joy – Dalai Lama & Desmond Tutu
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Being Ram Dass – Ram Dass
Being Ram Dass – Ram Dass
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More Together Than Alone – Mark Nepo
More Together Than Alone – Mark Nepo
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Sacred Wisdom + Spiritual Roots

Autobiography of a Yogi – Paramahansa Yogananda
Autobiography of a Yogi – Paramahansa Yogananda
"The doorway to the mystical. Read this and your sense of what's possible will never be the same, The only book that Steve Jobs had on his Ipad." – Elizabeth
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The Upanishads – trans. Eknath Easwaran
The Upanishads – trans. Eknath Easwaran
"My favorite sacred text." – Elizabeth
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Bhagavad Gita – trans. Eknath Easwaran
Bhagavad Gita – trans. Eknath Easwaran
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The Dhammapada – trans. Eknath Easwaran
The Dhammapada – trans. Eknath Easwaran
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Crest Jewel of Discrimination – Adi Shankara
Crest Jewel of Discrimination – Adi Shankara
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Healing Mantras – Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Shankar)
Healing Mantras – Thomas Ashley-Farrand (Shankar)
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Meditations – Marcus Aurelius
Meditations – Marcus Aurelius
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Sacred Powers – davidji
Sacred Powers – davidji
"Helped me manifest dreams." – Elizabeth
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Stillness Speaks – Eckhart Tolle
Stillness Speaks – Eckhart Tolle
"Great meditative audiobook." – Elizabeth
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Astrology, Numerology + Cosmic Guidance

Love Signs: A New Approach to the Human Heart – Linda Goodman
Love Signs: A New Approach to the Human Heart – Linda Goodman
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The Life You Were Born to Live – Dan Millman
The Life You Were Born to Live – Dan Millman
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Dreams, the Psyche + the Unconscious

Man and His Symbols – Carl Jung
Man and His Symbols – Carl Jung
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Inner Work – Robert A. Johnson
Inner Work – Robert A. Johnson
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Creative Spirit + Soul in Action

The Creative Act – Rick Rubin
The Creative Act: A Way of Being – Rick Rubin
"My go-to gift! I always buy ten at a time. Reading this gave permission to a part of me I hadn’t realized was blocked, and it unlocked new creative energy." – Elizabeth
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The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success – Deepak Chopra
The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success – Deepak Chopra
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The Alchemist – Paulo Coelho
The Alchemist – Paulo Coelho
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Childrens Books

The Little Soul and the Sun: A Children's Parable
The Little Soul and the Sun: A Children's Parable
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The Invisible String (The Invisible String, 1)
The Invisible String (The Invisible String, 1)
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Interested in a Book Group?

If you have a group of friends who would love to dive into one of these books with me, I offer custom book circles and guided group sessions.

Whether it’s a one-time gathering or a multi-week exploration, we’ll move through the book together—with reflection, healing practices, and conversation that brings the pages to life.

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Let’s read, reflect, and grow—together.

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