Seeing Through New Eyes

Changing the Lives of Children with Autism, Asperger Syndrome and other Developmental Disabilities Through Vision Therapy

Melvin Kaplan

Dr. Kaplan identifies common ASD symptoms such as hand-flapping, poor eye contact and tantrums as typical responses to the confusion caused by vision disorder. He also explains the effects of difficulties that people with autism experience with "ambient vision", including a lack of spatial awareness and trouble with coordination. more »

2005, Paperback: £13.99/ $21.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-800-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 208pp

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, children, developmental coordination disorder, health care, occupational therapy, pervasive developmental disorder

Seeking the Spirit of The Book of Change

8 Days to Mastering a Shamanic Yijing (I Ching) Prediction System

Master Zhongxian Wu

Explaining the ancient Yijing system of prediction based on the Xiang (symbolism) and Shu (numerology) knowledge of Bagua (the eight basic trigrams), which have not previously been written about outside China, this book makes the Yijing accessible to the Western world in a new and fuller way. more »

2009, Hardback: £17.99/ $29.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-020-7, 254mm x 177.8mm / 10in x 7in, 240pp

Keywords: chi kung, qigong, Taoism

Sei-Ki

Life in Resonance - The Secret Art of Shiatsu

Akinobu Kishi and Alice Whieldon

Akinobu Kishi is regarded as one of the leading exponents of shiatsu, and his theory and practice of Seiki Soho are explained for the first time in this important book. The book consists of a dialogue about the fundamental principles and practice of Seiki Soho, and will be essential reading for all shiatsu practitioners and students. more »

2011, Paperback: £15.99/ $26.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-042-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 176pp

Keywords: bodywork, complementary therapies, energy work, massage, meridians, shiatsu

Self Experiences in Group

Intersubjective and Self Psychological Pathways to Human Understanding

Edited by Irene N H Harwood and Malcolm Pines
Introduction by Ernest Wolf

Using clinical examples, the contributors demonstrate the 'good enough' healing power of carefully constructed and supervised groups conducted by therapists who apply both Kohut's self psychological concepts and those currently evolving from intersubjectivity throughout the world. more »

1998, Paperback: £29.99/ $47.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-597-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp 1998, Hardback: £49.99/ $85.00
ISBN: 978-1-85302-596-9, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 192pp

Keyword: group psychotherapy

The Self on the Page

Theory and Practice of Creative Writing in Personal Development

Edited by Celia Hunt and Fiona Sampson

This book examines the potential of creative writing as a therapeutic tool. Illustrating a wide range of approaches, the contributors provide an introduction to thinking about creative writing in a personal development context with suggestions for further reading, and look at the potential evolution of therapeutic creative writing in the future. more »

1998, Paperback: £22.99/ $36.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-470-2, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp

Keywords: counselling, creative writing as therapy, poetry, psychotherapy

A Self-Determined Future with Asperger Syndrome

Solution Focused Approaches

E. Veronica Bliss and Genevieve Edmonds

This book presents an empowering, practical approach to helping people with Asperger Syndrome (AS) to succeed at college, work, home and in life. The authors highlight how treating AS as a 'problem' is unproductive, and advocate a solution focused approach which recognizes and uses the strengths of people with AS to foster mutual respect. more »

2007, Paperback: £13.99/ $22.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-513-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 160pp

Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, counselling, employment, occupational therapy, relationships, supported living

Self-Esteem Games for Children

Deborah M. Plummer
Illustrated by Jane Serrurier

Plummer offers a wealth of familiar games chosen to build self-esteem in children aged 5-11.The selection of games reflects the seven key elements of healthy self-esteem - self-knowledge, self and others, self-acceptance, self-reliance, self-expression, self-confidence and self-awareness - and includes opportunities for thinking and discussion. more »

2006, Paperback: £15.99/ $29.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-424-7, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 144pp

Keywords: challenging behaviour, child protection, education, emotions, families, parenting, self esteem, social skills, social work

Self-Healing Through Visual and Verbal Art Therapy

R.M. Simon
Edited by S.A. Graham

Drawing on Freud's and Winnicott's work on psychoanalysis and play, R.M. Simon illustrates the healing power of art-making with the drawings and stories of seven-year-old Joe, who succeeds in overcoming the trauma of family break-up by expressing his emotional turmoil outside the formal therapeutic process. more »

2005, Paperback: £17.99/ $29.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-344-8, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 80pp

Keywords: art therapy, counselling, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy

The Self-Help Guide for Special Kids and their Parents

Joan Matthews and James Williams

James Williams is an SP (special person) - he was diagnosed with autism in childhood. His mother, Joan Matthews, is an NP (normal person). As James grew up, his different perception of the world created problems. Together, he and his mother met the challenges with ingenuity and humour. This is a book of their practical solutions to those problems. more »

2000, Paperback: £18.99/ $29.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-914-1, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 304pp

Keywords: Asperger syndrome, autism, children, families, inclusive classroom, intellectual disabilities, parenting, special education, speech and language therapy

Self-Mutilation and Art Therapy

Violent Creation

Diana Milia

Milia examines the effect of art therapy interventions with clients who harm their bodies. Demonstrating how these theories can be implemented in practice, Milia describes examples from her clinical experience, and includes case studies. Her practical book extends our understanding of the self-mutilation concept and how best it may be addressed. more »

2000, Paperback: £25.00/ $39.95
ISBN: 978-1-85302-683-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp

Keywords: art therapy, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy

A Sensory Journey

Meditations on Scent for Wellbeing

Jennifer Peace Rhind

This card set, which includes 24 cards, a booklet and a sensory map, guides and informs scent meditation for personal and spiritual growth. Each card explores a different fragrance and features a scent description, an image of the botanical source, and inspirational words about the scent's evocative influence to help guide meditation. more »

November 2013, Card Game: £12.50 + VAT = £15.00/ $19.95
ISBN: 978-1-84819-153-2

Keywords: aromatherapy, complementary medicine, essential oils, meditation, mindfulness

Sensory Perceptual Issues in Autism and Asperger Syndrome

Different Sensory Experiences - Different Perceptual Worlds

Olga Bogdashina

Bogdashina attempts to define the role of sensory perceptual problems in autism identified by autistic individuals themselves. She singles out possible patterns of sensory experiences in autism and the cognitive differences caused by them. The final chapters are devoted to assessment and intervention. more »

2003, Paperback: £14.95/ $24.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-166-6, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp

Keywords: adolescence, adults, Asperger syndrome, children, inclusive classroom, occupational therapy, psychology, sensory issues, sensory stimulation, special education

Sensory Smarts

A Book for Kids with ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorders Struggling with Sensory Integration Problems

Kathleen A. Chara and Paul J. Chara, Jr.
With Christian P. Chara
Illustrated by J.M. Berns

Christian is a 12-year-old who has suffered from over- and under-sensitivity issues since birth. Through detection, diagnosis, therapy and treatment, this book looks at the battles, frustrations and triumphs familiar to those with (or caring for those with) sensory integration difficulties. more »

2004, Paperback: £12.99/ $20.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-783-5, 246mm x 173mm / 10in x 7in, 80pp

Keywords: ADD, ADHD, Asperger syndrome, autism, challenging behaviour, children, emotions, high functioning autism, occupational therapy, parenting, sensory issues

Sensory Stimulation

Sensory-Focused Activities for People with Physical and Multiple Disabilities

Susan Fowler

This photocopiable resource provides the reader with a step-by-step approach to organising sensory-focused activities for carers and professionals working with people with physical, multiple or complex disabilities. Importantly, it also presents information on sensory stimulation within a framework that embraces the person's daily environment. more »

2006, Paperback: £35.00/ $55.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-455-1, 297mm x 210mm / 11in x 8.5in, 248pp

Keywords: adults, Asperger syndrome, autism, disability, intellectual disabilities, occupational therapy, sensory issues, sensory stimulation

Service User Involvement

Reaching the Hard to Reach in Supported Housing

Helen Brafield and Terry Eckersley

Drawing on original research, this book offers imaginative strategies for consulting with service users who have been historically difficult to engage with, including homeless people, ex-offenders, and minority ethnic groups. The authors explore traditional consultation methods as well as creative activities as ways of gathering clients' views. more »

2007, Paperback: £25.00/ $42.95
ISBN: 978-1-84310-343-1, 234mm x 156mm / 9.25in x 6in, 224pp

Keywords: housing, social work

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