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.
The interplay between the internal world of individuals and the external, social world has been the theme of many papers R.D. Hinshelwood has published over the past two decades. In this book he brings these ideas together, and shows how they derive from therapeutic community practice, and have arisen from a psychoanalytic understanding of the ......
A book about sexuality and masturbation for boys and young men with autism and related conditions
Tom likes lots of different things. He likes singing and watching TV in the family room. There are also things that Tom enjoys doing in private, like touching his penis.This accessible and positive resource helps parents and carers teach boys with autism or other special needs about masturbation. It covers when and where it is appropriate and ......
"Jon, my husband, took his own life at the age of 35. He left for work at 7.30, as usual. He kissed me, and our two children, as usual. He told me he loved me, which was not usual, but that didn't occur to me until later."
Sue Henderson candidly recounts the experience of raising her family as a single ......
48 Lessons to Banish Burnout and Avoid Anxiety for Those Who Put Others First
An internationally respected campaigner, Pooky Knightsmith has worked tirelessly to promote good child and adolescent mental health. Her knowledge, ideas and advice come not just from years of research and study, but from hard earned experience with PTSD, anorexia, self-harm and depression.
Part mental health guide, part memoir, this book ......
A book about sexuality and masturbation for girls and young women with autism and related conditions
Ellie likes lots of different things. She likes listening to music and making pizza. There are also things that Ellie enjoys doing in private, like touching her vagina.
In this insightful and long-overdue book, Eris Young explores what it's like to live outside of the gender binary and how it can impact on one's relationships, sense of identity, use of language and more.
Drawing on the author's own experiences as a non-binary person, as well as interviews and research, it shares ......
Gourmet Fast Food Handouts for Working with Child, Adolescent and Family Clients
Clare Rosoman is a clinical psychologist currently managing a large not-for-profit psychology clinic in Queensland, Australia. She is also a consultant at Griffith University as a supervisor of post-graduate clinical psychology students in their work with clients. Dr Rosoman has previously worked in a variety of settings including psychiatric ......
Gourmet Fast Food Handouts for Working with Adult Clients
Clare Rosoman is a clinical psychologist currently managing a large not-for-profit psychology clinic in Queensland, Australia. She is also a consultant at Griffith University as a supervisor of post-graduate clinical psychology students in their work with clients. Dr Rosoman has previously worked in a variety of settings including psychiatric ......
Intersectional, Anti-Racist and Intercultural Approaches by Therapists of Colour
This is a comprehensive compendium of contributions collected from the Black, African and Asian Therapy Network on anti-racist, intercultural and intersectional approaches to therapeutic training and practice. It is an insightful and practical resource for professionals looking to nurture an anti-racist and more diverse approach to their practice.
