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.
Dropping Demands, Restoring Calm, and Finding Connection with your Uniquely Wired Child
Short, easy-read guide for parents on how to reduce family conflict by dropping unnecessary demands from daily life to help neurodivergent families to thrive.
Filled with practical tips and fun facts, this book eases over-size fears about making mistakes, helping 6-10-year-olds live happier lives. Supplemental guidance for parents and caretakers ensures maximum effectiveness.
Sophie Gaston's offers the first honest and poignant depiction of autistic regression and provides invaluable advice on understanding and identifying the symptoms and how to find acceptance and happiness following diagnosis.
A Framework Integrating Body, Mind, and Breath into Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Providing a new framework for treating patients holistically, this book offers a novel way of organizing movement therapy intake analysis. It is an innovative and integrative approach to assessment and treatment of musculoskeletal injuries, linking posture, movement, breath and wellness and lends itself to creating effective treatment plans.
A guide to aromanticism, with chapters on microlabels, different forms of love and partnership and the split attraction model, as well as advice on how to manage your mental health as an aro person, and dealing with arophobia.
A Guide to Treating Scrupulosity, Existential, Relationship, Harm, and Other OCD Subtypes
A much-needed resource providing guidance for professionals treating difficult cases of OCD in children and teenagers. Each chapter contains subtype specific information for common pitfalls, client and family engagement and clinical breakthrough.
Using rhythm, movement and song with children and young people with additional or complex needs
Ideal resource for professionals looking to support early verbal skills through music-making. Includes easy to follow activities that can be used for a wide range of physiological, neurological, and learning differences.
Answers to Your Questions about Therapy and Recovery
This guide has been developed to answer the more complex questions that those with eating disorders and their families might be struggling to get answers to. The conversational style and emphasis on lived experience make it a great resource for anyone struggling with disordered eating.
