Jessica Kingsley Publishers was founded in 1987 in London by Jessica Kingsley and is committed to publishing books that make a difference. In 2004 we opened our US office in Philadelphia and in 2017 we became part of the John Murray Press division of Hachette Group.
We publish books for professionals and general readers in a range of subjects. We are well known for our long established lists on the autism spectrum, social work, and arts therapies. More recently we have published extensively in the fields of mental health, counselling, palliative care, practical theology and gender diversity. We have a range of graphic novels across these subject areas, and books for children, on issues including bereavement, depression and anger.
What does it mean to grow old? What makes later life meaningful? What gives a frail and isolated or institutionalised older person their sense of wholeness and self?
This practical guide takes the complex world of social work and breaks it down into key lessons. Topics cover everything from the way you think to the realities of writing reports, all reinforced by handy summaries. Whether youre a new student or an experienced professional, this book will help you get the best results for your clients.
Understanding Character, Relationships and Potential Through Chinese Astrology
Serge Augier, known as the 'Urban Daoist', is heir to the Daoist tradition of Ba Men Da Xuan, the lineage of which can be traced back to 510 AD in Kunlun. Serge has over 35 years' experience practicing and teaching this tradition and has taught in Europe, USA, Hong Kong and China. He is based in Paris, France.
What are the basic attitudes, values, and practices that are essential for effective work with the expressive arts? This book explores the answer to that question.The authors examine in depth the concepts of 'presence' - a way of 'being' - and 'process' - an open and trusting way of working - in the professional helping relationship and in the ......
This book lays out an intuitive and practical approach to mental health and wellbeing that any school can adopt to transform their mental health support for students.
With a focus on providing staff with practical tools on a limited budget, the book will help schools make a real difference to student mental health. ......
How to Make Behaving Positively Possible for People with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
Bo Hejlskov Elv+¬n is a Clinical Psychologist based in Sweden. He is an independent consultant and lecturer on autism and challenging behaviour, and an accredited Studio III trainer. In 2009, he was awarded the Puzzle Piece of the Year prize by the Swedish Autism Society for his lecturing and counselling on challenging behaviour.
Autistic Adults, Autism Parents, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World
This book bridges the divide between #ActuallyAutistic activists and Autism Parents in the online community. Written by an author team with experience on both sides of the coin, Meghan Ashburn and Jules Edwards reflect on how they have resolved their differences to become firm friends, sharing insights and lessons learned along the way.
Neon the Ninja Meets the Nightmares helps children aged 5 - 10 to feel safer and more relaxed at night time, helping to reduce nightmares and sleep worries.
