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.
How to Get Started and Keep Going (From Someone Who Has Been There)
Eating disorders are complicated and personal, but so many books avoid going into what recovery really feels like. How do you manage setbacks? What about reclaiming your identity when an eating disorder has felt so intrinsic to who you are? How are you supposed to cope at work or when you're travelling? This book guides you through the realities ......
This empowering guide offers young people an interactive resource to help them explore their gender identity. with practical tips on understanding gender expression and mental health to advice on how to support friends and build confidence, this is the perfect guide for those at the beginning of their journey looking to live more authentic lives
The colorful and updated illustrations in this picture book will help children learn to love their bodies from an early age and appreciate all the wonderful things their bodies do. This second edition promotes a healthy attitude which will help children understand that all bodies are different and encourage them to take good care of their bodies.
Bodies do all sorts of amazing things, like move around, grow bigger and heal themselves. Bodies also come in all sorts of shapes and sizes and we need to take care of them so that they stay healthy and strong. If we listen to our bodies they tell us exactly what they need. The colourful illustrations in this unique picture book will encourage ......
Despite the growth of interest in dementia and dementia care over the past two decades, services and interventions for younger people with dementia and their carers remain, on the whole, fragmented and poorly developed. The focus of social, psychological and biomedical research has been almost exclusively on older people and their carers.The first ......
Moving into adulthood when you're multiply-neurodivergent
Navigating life as a young autistic person with ADHD isnt always easy. Luckily, Sarah Boon is here to share her own experiences, helping you to explore how autism and ADHD overlap and identify the strategies that will make day-to-day life easier.
Mike Stein is a Research Professor in the Social Policy Research Unit at York University, UK. He is also a qualified social worker and has worked as a probation officer, a senior child care officer and an area manager in a social services department. He has spent the last thirty years researching the problems and challenges faced by young people ......
Nick Luxmoore was a school counsellor, trainer, teacher, youth worker and UKCP registered Psychodrama psychotherapist. He had over 35 years' experience of work with young people and with the professionals who support them. He worked as the Counsellor at King Alfred's Academy, Wantage, UK.
The journey to adulthood is a big step for most young people. However, for young people leaving care it may be far more difficult, coping with major changes in their lives, at a younger age, especially if they lack preparation and support.Young People's Pathways from Care to Adulthood explores the journey from care to adulthood through the main ......
