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.
My Body's Power Pack uses elements of neuroscience to help children understand why their energy ebbs and flows, and why this may cause dysregulation. It provides gentle neuro-affirmative coping strategies, including the basics of energy accounting (which is like the popular 'spoons theory' for adults). The story arc introduces the idea of ......
Learning from Frontline Practice with Children and Families
Social work is a complex career - a hugely rewarding way to make a difference in people's lives, paired with an enormous responsibility to get it right. This (unofficial) guide, grounded in the author's decade-long experience on the front line of child protection, explores the intersection between these points and how to handle the challenges of ......
You're the parent of an autistic child...except they're not a child anymore. So, now what? As autistic children grow into teenagers, you will experience new challenges, both as a parent and as a family. Supporting the leap into adulthood can seem daunting, but here Carrie Cariello takes you through her journey with her son Jack, shining a light ......
An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Workbook for Ages 8-12
Meet the Glumm twins: Dolores and Tristan. Their 11th birthday party is going to be the best day ever! But when some friends can't make it and Arianna brings her annoying little brother, they're convinced the whole party is ruined. Everyone feels sad, frustrated, and discouraged sometimes, but difficult feelings don't have to stop us from missing ......
Utilising Drop Tables, Speeder Boards and Gonstead Manipulation
Based on the latest clinical research and evidence-based knowledge, this resource guides manual therapists on how to safely integrate adaptive spinal manipulation into their practice using commonly used equipment. Manual therapists will benefit from a thorough review of the latest studies and theories surrounding spinal manipulation and its ......
A Model for Navigating Recovery for Professionals, Parents and Carers
This groundbreaking handbook provides a clear and proven framework to enable children and adults to recover from trauma, no matter where they find themselves on the trauma continuum. Grounded in trauma expert Betsy de Thierry's pioneering Trauma Recovery Focused Model (TRFM (R)), the Handbook clears a way through the thicket of trauma theory and ......
Creative Leaders Creating Positive Change in Health and Social Care
How can we lead creatively, effectively and authentically in public sector organisations? This wide-ranging collection pulls together experts from across public life. From ambitious proposals on reforming child protection and social care, to person-informed essays on leading with emotion and dealing with blame, shame and trauma - this isn't a ......
Working Together for Health Equity and Patient Empowerment
A practical guide that showcases the diverse range of roles within the UKprimary healthcare system. The new roles in primary care, such asparamedics and mental health practitioners, are not well understood by medical professionals or patients. This book discusses the full range of current roles and suggestions about how best to support them ......
