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Author

Comments

The Six Pillars of Self-Esteem: The Definitive Work on Self-Esteem by the Leading Pioneer in the Field

Branden, Nathaniel

well-written, thought-provoking, full of writing exercises.
Main premise is that self-esteem is closely tied to behavior.

The Gifts of Imperfection:  Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are

Brown, Brené  

Her CD set, which is a recording of her seminar entitled “The Power of Vulnerability” is highly recommended

I Thought It was Just Me (But it Isn’t): Making the Journey from “What Will People Think?” to
“I am Enough”

Brown, Brené  

Ten Days to Self-Esteem

Burns, David

Very useful book, based on CBT. Just ignore the 10 days part!

Ugly as Sin: The Truth About How We Look and Finding Freedom from Self-Hatred

D'Antonio, Toni Raiten

Well written, illuminating, and hopeful

Bright-Sided: How Positive Thinking is Undermining America

Ehrenreich, Barbara

Healing Your Emotional Self: A Powerful Program to Help You Raise Your
Self-Esteem, Quiet Your Inner Critic, and Overcome Your Shame

Engel, Beverly

Blink: The Power of Thinking without Thinking

Gladwell, Malcolm

The Doormat Syndrome

Lynne Namka

Great (despite unfortunate title); many exercises

The Self-Esteem Companion: Simple Exercises to Help You Challenge Your Inner Critic and Celebrate Your Personal Strengths

McKay, Mathew &  Fanning, Patrick

Self-Esteem: A Proven Program of Cognitive Techniques for Assessing, Improving and Maintaining Your Self-Esteem

McKay, Mathew & Fanning, Patrick

Title

Author

Comments

Letting Go of Perfect; Overcoming Perfectionism in Kids

Adelson, Jill &

Wilson, Hope

Ready, Set, Relax: A Research-Based Program of Relaxation, Learning and Self-Esteem for Children

Allen, Jeffrey, S., &

Klein, Roger J.

Relevant for ADHD

The Kids' Guide to Working Out Conflicts: How to Keep Cool, Stay Safe, and Get Along

Drew, Naomi

The Explosive Child: A New Approach for Understanding and Parenting Easily Frustrated, Chronically Inflexible Children

Greene, Ross

Relevant for ADHD; Practical guide for parents, excellent reviews

What to do When Good Isn’t Good Enough: The Real Deal on Perfectionism: A Guide for Kids  

Greenspon, Thomas

Stick Up For Yourself! Every Kid's Guide to Personal Power & Positive Self-Esteem

Kaufman, Geshen & Raphael, Lev

Title

Author

Comments

Cognitive Therapy: Basics and Beyond

Beck, Judith &

Beck, Aaron

The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook

Bourne, Edmund

Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life with the Heart of a Buddha

Brach, Tara

Combining Buddhist and psychotherapy approaches. Author’s website very helpful.

Healing the Shame that Binds You

Bradshaw, John

Daring Greatly:  How the Courage to be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead

Brown, Brené  

The Gifts of Imperfection:  Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are

Brown, Brené  

Her CD set, which is a recording of her seminar entitled “The Power of Vulnerability” is highly recommended

I Thought It was Just Me (But it Isn’t): Making the Journey from “What Will People Think?” to
“I am Enough”

Brown, Brené  

Feeling Good: The New Mood Therapy

Burns, David

Feelings

Gaylin, Willard

The Mindful Path to Self-Compassion:  Freeing Yourself from Destructive Thoughts and Emotions

Germer, Christopher & Salzberg, Sharon

The Dark Side of Love: The Positive Role of Negative Feelings

Goldberg, Jane G.

Mind Over Mood: Change How You Feel by Changing the Way You Think

Greenberger, Dennis & Beck, Aaron

Shame and Anger: The Criticism Connection

Hansen, Brock

Author is an LICSW practicing in DC

Willful Blindness: Why We Ignore the Obvious at Our Peril

Heffernan, Margaret

Field Guide to Happiness: Finding Happiness in its Natural Habitat

Kipfer, Barbara

Reading Level-Almost All, self-guided activities

The Dance of Anger

Lerner, Harriet

Self Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself

Neff, Kristin

Author’s website http://www.selfcompassion.org has many resources/activities

Secret Message of Shame: Pathways to Hope and Healing

Potter-Efron, Ronald & Potter-Efron, Patricia

Especially helpful for females but also for men with identified low self-esteem

When the Past is in the Present: Healing the Emotional Wounds that Sabotage Our Relationships

Richo, David

Making Contact

Satir, Virgina

Unlearn Your Pain

Schubiner, Howard  

You Are Not Your Brain: The 4-Step Solution for Changing Bad Habits, Ending Unhealthy Thinking, and Taking Control of Your Life

Schwartz, Jeffrey & Gladding, Rebecca

Learned Optimism: How to Change Your Mind and Your Life

Seligman, Martin

For sophisticated reader or clinician 

Healing the Child Within; Discovery and Recovery for Adult Children of Dysfunctional Families

Whitfield, Charles

Title

Author

Comments

Letting Go of Perfect; Overcoming Perfectionism in Kids

Adelson, Jill & Wilson, Hope

When Perfect isn't Good Enough: Strategies for Coping with Perfectionism

Antony, Martin & Swinson, Richard

The Gifts of Imperfection:  Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are

Brown, Brené  

Her CD set, which is a recording of her seminar entitled “The Power of Vulnerability” is highly recommended

Present Perfect: A Mindfulness Approach to Letting Go of Perfectionism and the Need for Control 

Somov, Pavel