Resources
Our therapists provide a collection of their favorite mental health and emotional wellness resources: Books, Videos, Websites, and Apps.
Our Favorite Resources…
Couples and Relationships
Couples and Relationships Books
- The 5 Love Languages Dr. Gary Chapman
- The Love Dare by Alex Kendrick
- Emotional Blackmail by Susan Forward
Online
- Take a quick online quiz to learn your love language
- Have your kids take a quick online quiz to learn his or her love language
Mindfulness
Mindfulness Books
- A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle
- The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
- The Life Changing Magic of Tidying up: The Japenese Art of Decluttering and Organization
Parenting
Parenting Books
- Have a New Kid by Friday Dr. Leman
- Simplicity Parenting by Kim Payne
- 1, 2, 3 Magic Dr. Thomas Phelan
- The Out of Sync Child Has Fun By Carol Kranowitz
- How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk By Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
- Positive Discipline By Jane Nelsen Ed.D.
- When Mom and Dad Separate By Marge Heegaard (to be illustrated by children)
- When Someone Very Special Dies By Marge Heegaard (to be illustrated by children)
- Putting Children First by JoAnne Pedro-Carroll
- The Co-Parenting Survival Guide by Elizabeth Thayer, Ph.D
- Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child By Marc Weissbluth
Online
Apps
- iallowance – A great way to track chores and allowances
- icalendar – Encourage your child to download and keep track of upcoming assignments
Special Needs Resources
Books
- The Autism Sourcebook By Karen Siff Exkorn
Online
- Autism Society
- National Autism Resources Blog
- TEACCH
- Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation
- Family Support Network of North Carolina
- Resources for Individuals with Disabilities
- NAMI North Carolina
- WCPSS Pre-School Special Education Services
- WCPSS School Age Special Education Services
- Wake County Special Education and Inclusion Committee
ADHD
ADHD Books
- Learn to Slow Down and Pay Attention by Kathleen Nadeau
Online
Positive Thinking
Online
- The Secret (found on Netflix) A great movie to encourage you to value the power of thinking positively.
- “Fake it until you become it” A short video about how your body language shapes who you are.
Educational Resources
Online
- Tenmarks.com – Free online math program
- Kahn Academy – Free online educational courses
Local Resources
- Wake County Public Library – Many ebook and audio books are available
- Dollar Book Exchange – A business off Atlantic Ave. that has books for $1. You can trade in your old books and they will give you store credit.
Community Courses, Classes, and Fellowships
- Crossroads Fellowship – Milbrook Campus offers excellent Divorce, Grief and Loss, and Single and Parenting Classes
- Richland Creek Community Church – Offers excellent Divorce classes and provides a lot of support to families with special needs children through programs. Excellent athletic programs.
- Town of Wake Forest Parks and Rec offer programs, sports, and classes
- Town of Rolesville Parks and Rec offer programs, sports, and classes
- Wake County Parks and Rec offer programs, sports, and classes
- First Friday-Raleigh – Tour art museums. CAM often has free art activities for kids. Experience original works of art, live music and dance performances.
Outdoor Activities
- Town Greenway Trail – Get out there and explore the many greenway trails. They are an fun way to exercise.
- Mountains to Sea Trail – explore this fun trial leading through the woods with your family. Park at Falls Dam or off Falls of Neuse road.
- YMCA kids triathlon – Held in July/August of each year.
- Gobbler Run
- Buddy Run
- Smile Train Sprint Triathlon
Our Favorite Resources…
Couples and Relationships
Couples and Relationships Books
- The 5 Love Languages Dr. Gary Chapman
- The Love Dare by Alex Kendrick
- Emotional Blackmail by Susan Forward
Online
- Take a quick online quiz to learn your love language
- Have your kids take a quick online quiz to learn his or her love language
Mindfulness
Mindfulness Books
- A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle
- The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
- The Life Changing Magic of Tidying up: The Japenese Art of Decluttering and Organization
Parenting
Parenting Books
- Have a New Kid by Friday Dr. Leman
- Simplicity Parenting by Kim Payne
- 1, 2, 3 Magic Dr. Thomas Phelan
- The Out of Sync Child Has Fun By Carol Kranowitz
- How to Talk So Kids Will Listen & Listen So Kids Will Talk By Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish
- Positive Discipline By Jane Nelsen Ed.D.
- When Mom and Dad Separate By Marge Heegaard (to be illustrated by children)
- When Someone Very Special Dies By Marge Heegaard (to be illustrated by children)
- Putting Children First by JoAnne Pedro-Carroll
- The Co-Parenting Survival Guide by Elizabeth Thayer, Ph.D
- Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child By Marc Weissbluth
Online
Apps
- iallowance – A great way to track chores and allowances
- icalendar – Encourage your child to download and keep track of upcoming assignments
Special Needs Resources
Books
- The Autism Sourcebook By Karen Siff Exkorn
Online
- Autism Society
- National Autism Resources Blog
- TEACCH
- Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation
- Family Support Network of North Carolina
- Resources for Individuals with Disabilities
- NAMI North Carolina
- WCPSS Pre-School Special Education Services
- WCPSS School Age Special Education Services
- Wake County Special Education and Inclusion Committee
ADHD
ADHD Books
- Learn to Slow Down and Pay Attention by Kathleen Nadeau
Online
Positive Thinking
Online
- The Secret (found on Netflix) A great movie to encourage you to value the power of thinking positively.
- “Fake it until you become it” A short video about how your body language shapes who you are.
Educational Resources
Online
- Tenmarks.com – Free online math program
- Kahn Academy – Free online educational courses
Local Resources
- Wake County Public Library – Many ebook and audio books are available
- Dollar Book Exchange – A business off Atlantic Ave. that has books for $1. You can trade in your old books and they will give you store credit.
Community Courses, Classes, and Fellowships
- Crossroads Fellowship – Milbrook Campus offers excellent Divorce, Grief and Loss, and Single and Parenting Classes
- Richland Creek Community Church – Offers excellent Divorce classes and provides a lot of support to families with special needs children through programs. Excellent athletic programs.
- Town of Wake Forest Parks and Rec offer programs, sports, and classes
- Town of Rolesville Parks and Rec offer programs, sports, and classes
- Wake County Parks and Rec offer programs, sports, and classes
- First Friday-Raleigh – Tour art museums. CAM often has free art activities for kids. Experience original works of art, live music and dance performances.
Outdoor Activities
- Town Greenway Trail – Get out there and explore the many greenway trails. They are an fun way to exercise.
- Mountains to Sea Trail – explore this fun trial leading through the woods with your family. Park at Falls Dam or off Falls of Neuse road.
- YMCA kids triathlon – Held in July/August of each year.
- Gobbler Run
- Buddy Run
- Smile Train Sprint Triathlon
Get in Touch
Phone (919) 556-6501
Fax (919) 556-4933
info@WakeForestCounselors.com