Books
- The Dancing Healers, by Dr. Carl
Hammerschlag
- The Theft of the Spirit, by Dr.
Carl Hammerschlag
- Healing Ceremonies and Rituals,
by Dr. Carl Hammerschlag
- Dancing Between Two Worlds – Jung
and the Native American Soul, by Fred Gustafson
- Tuesdays with Morrie, by Mitch
Albom
- Morrie In His Own Words, by Morrie
Schwartz
- Interpretation of Schizophrenia,
by Dr. Silvano Arieti
- The Healing Earth, by Philip Sutton
Chard
- Women Who Run With The Wolves,
by Clarissa Pinkola Estés, Ph.D.
- How to Father a Successful Daughter,
by Nicky Marone
Movies
From time to time I use videos as a therapy tool. I have recommended
specific videos to my patients, and have used them in group therapy
with both adolescents and adults. Movies are a powerful medium and
when used at an optimal time during the course of therapy along
with other modalities, can help induce change.
- Ordinary People
Helpful with dysfunctional families, mother-son, father-son, husband-wife
relationship issues, as well as how the loss of a loved one impacts
the family.
- Dances With Wolves
Explores how one character is “dancing between two worlds.”
Describes the changes and ultimate transformation undergone by
the character John Dunbar from one world to another, from the
White to the Native American, and what he learns along the way
about himself. A great movie to use with regard to transitioning
from one life period to another.
- My Life
A great movie to recommend where issues concern death and dying.
Great ideas and
techniques, especially towards the end of the movie. The Michael
Keaton character comes to terms with his own mortality, and actually
videotapes messages to his son that, after he passes on, are to
be played at critical stages in his son’s life.
- The Prince of Tides
For anyone who has dealt with sexual abuse issues, a very important
and helpful movie.
- The Doctor
With William Hurt. Anyone in the healthcare profession should
definitely see this movie.
- Birdy
With Matthew Modine. A very interesting portrayal of schizophrenia.
- Mother
With Albert Brooks and Debbie Reynolds. A humorous movie with
serious moments that examines mother-son relationships, especially
with an enveloping and overprotective mother.
- Breakfast Club
Great movie. I have shown use this movie in group therapy with
adolescents. Examines the differences between the central characters
with their vastly differing personalities, how their upbringing
affected each of the characters, but when coming together and
disclosing to each other, recognizing they are all so similar.
If you have certain movies or books you would like to recommend,
please feel free to e-mail them to info@peaceandhealing.com.
Songs
Peace and Healing.com recommends a variety of songs that could
be used in therapy, concentrating of course on lyrics and themes,
songs that have been written about personal tragedies, experiences,
and transitions in life. Obviously the enjoyment of music is subjective
and tastes vary from individual to individual.
- Thrasher, by Neil Young
This is a great song in terms of loss of friends and changing
your path in life.
- Desperado, by the Eagles.
- Souvenirs, John Prine
- Father and Son, Cat Stevens
- Late for the Sky, Jackson Browne
- For a Dancer, Jackson Browne
- I Thought I was a Child, Jackson
Browne
- These Days, Jackson Browne
- For Every Man, Jackson Browne
- Daddy’s Tune, Jackson Browne
- The Only Child, Jackson Browne
- Cats in the Cradle, Harry Chapin
- Fast Car, Tracy Chapman
- Rhymes and Reasons, John Denver
- Poems, Prayers and Promises,
John Denver
- Castles in the Air, Don McLean
- Winter, Tory Amos. Tory Amos’
CD Little Earthquakes is powerful. The song Winter deals specifically
with issues concerning self-esteem, growing up, and father-daughter,
father-son relationships. The song is specifically about a father-daughter;
however, the song has been extremely meaningful to me. There are
many songs and issues presented on this tape, from rape to sex
abuse. I highly recommend it.
Music in general is a powerful medium, and songs can be useful
therapeutic tools for individuals in therapy as they change paths
in life and experience personal growth. We will continue to add
more songs from time to time. Please feel free to send your recommendations
to info@peaceandhealing.com.
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