Book Reviews

Steph Jones' book is a relatable guide to the challenges and distortions that may arise in therapy when a practitioner is Neurotypical and the client is Neurodivergent. Jones interlaces the story of their own therapeutic experiences with theory, education and well balanced advice about therapeutic methods and why they may, or may not work for clients.

Dr. Neff's book uses graphics, surveys, and visuals to give burnout Autistic people the tools needed to self regulate, support sensory needs, and manage energy. I particularly liked the clear and understandable descriptions of the nervous system, and how it relates to burnout. For anyone worried about, or actively in burnout, I would strongly recommend this read.

Unmasking Autism introduces a series of exercises designed to support the reader in their journey of discovery about themselves. Price's work validates the experiences of Autistic individuals, acknowledges the reasons masking occurs, and explores the reality, that masking all the time can create hardship for Autistic individuals.

Kate Tchanturia's book features a collection of short chapters discussing the complexity of eating disorders when the co-concur with Autism. This book is written from an affirming stance that acknowledges the tailored needs of Autistic clients. A combination of education and case studies makes this book accessible to regular readers as well as professionals.

Jackqueline's excellent self help book provides a solid framework to help women navigate a medical system that can seem filled with professionals who ignore the concerns of their clients. Their writing is deeply relatable and meant to be accessible to system users. Jackqueline provides clear templates for appointments and rationale for her suggestions.

Olkin's book is written to support practitioners in the journey to creating an accessible practice for their clients. While this book is primarily aimed at practitioners, from a client standpoint, it illuminates what could occur in a practice to create supportive, accessible and affirming space for clients. While this book is a bit more technical, it offers reliable strategies that can be used to change the outlook of clients and practitioners.