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.
Increasingly adopted by therapists and mental health professionals, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients to cope with social, emotional and mental health issues by using the six core ACT processes: Acceptance, Cognitive Defusion, Being Present, the Self as Context, Values and Committed Action.
Recharge, Reconnect, and Transform Burnout with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Burnout is a cycle, and it's time to break free. In this book, ACT-based concepts and exercises will help you re-engage with your emotions and reconnect to the things that really matter. By examining the systemic, cultural, and economic context of burnout, this book will help you understand the roots of the problem and find lasting solutions.
Creative Approaches to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
A comprehensive overview of ACT that shows how to implement art therapy interventions from an ACT approach. Including integrative approaches of behaviorism, relational frame theory, and Zen Buddhism , this book provides art tools for clients to develop positive relationships with themselves and contextualize negative thoughts constructively.
This best practice guide provides a blueprint for managing seamless transitions between services for young people aged 16-25 with additional needs, including learning disabilities, physical disabilities, complex health needs and sensory impairments. The authors cover a wide range of transitions, including moving from children's to adult's ......
What it Means to Be Asexual, Aromantic, Demi or Grey-Ace
A richly woven tapestry of ace stories, exploring what it means to be asexual. Including interviews with people across the ace spectrum, this love letter to the ace community offers support, advice and inspiration to help show you are not alone.
What is the ace lens? Is my relationship queerplatonic? Am I sex-favorable, sex-averse or sex-repulsed? This essential book dishes out practical advice for people on the asexual spectrum on existing in an allonormative world, including navigating family, the dating world, and much much more.
A Guide to Embracing Your Asexual or Aromantic Identity
A self-help guide with the advice our authors wished they'd had when first exploring and embracing their ace and aro identities. Ideal for anyone on the aspec spectrum, or those looking to better support ace and aro people in their own lives.
Overcoming Isolation, Marginalisation and Alienation Through Meaningful Connection
Has the art of accompaniment been lost in Western culture? Could non-judgemental accompaniment be the answer to rising levels of isolation and loneliness? Could spending time with others from different or marginalised backgrounds reduce feelings of 'otherness' and lead to a more open, trusting society?
