Recommended Books and Podcasts
At The Three Seas Psychology, we believe that healing and growth extend beyond the therapy room. Whether you’re looking to deepen your understanding of mental health, explore strategies for emotional wellbeing, or simply feel less alone in your experiences, the right resource can be a powerful companion on your journey.
Below, we’ve curated a list of books and podcasts that many of our clients and clinicians have found informative, comforting, or inspiring. These resources cover a broad range of topics, including anxiety, trauma, relationships, parenting, emotional regulation, and personal growth.
Recommended Books
The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk
A groundbreaking exploration of how trauma reshapes the body and brain—and how innovative treatments can offer healing and hope.
Lost Connections – Johann Hari
This thought-provoking book challenges traditional views of depression and anxiety, focusing instead on the importance of connection, meaning, and community.
Set Boundaries, Find Peace – Nedra Glover Tawwab
A practical guide to setting healthy boundaries in relationships, at work, and with yourself—rooted in both psychological research and lived experience.
The Whole-Brain Child – Dr. Daniel J. Siegel & Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
Essential reading for parents and caregivers, offering strategies to support children’s brain development and emotional regulation.
Emotional Agility – Dr. Susan David
Learn how to navigate life’s twists and turns with psychological flexibility, clarity, and courage.
Attached – Dr. Amir Levine & Rachel Heller
An accessible introduction to attachment theory and how our early relationships shape how we connect with others.
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone – Lori Gottlieb
Part memoir, part clinical insight, this compassionate and often humorous book sheds light on the therapeutic process—from both sides of the couch.
Recommended Podcasts
The Psychology Podcast with Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman
Insightful interviews with leading experts in psychology, creativity, and human potential.
Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel
Real-life couples’ therapy sessions with world-renowned therapist Esther Perel, offering deep insight into love, conflict, and intimacy.
The Mindful Kind with Rachael Kable
Short, digestible episodes offering mindfulness tips, mental health reflections, and simple strategies for emotional wellbeing.
Unlocking Us with Brené Brown
Honest, courageous conversations about vulnerability, leadership, mental health, and connection.
Huberman Lab with Dr. Andrew Huberman
A science-focused podcast exploring how the brain and body work, with practical takeaways for sleep, stress, focus, and mood regulation.
The Trauma Therapist Podcast with Guy Macpherson
Conversations with trauma-informed professionals sharing tools, experiences, and insights to support both therapists and clients.
A Note of Encouragement
While books and podcasts can offer comfort, clarity, and knowledge, they are not a substitute for personalised mental health care. If any of the topics you explore here resonate deeply—or if you’re feeling overwhelmed—we encourage you to reach out. Our team of qualified psychologists is here to support you, wherever you are on your mental health journey.