How to Use Books to Boost Your Mental Health
Briefly

Bibliotherapy is a therapeutic approach that utilizes literature to aid mental health. Emely Rumble, LCSW, emphasizes that this method is about collaboration with clients to discover meaningful texts, rather than merely recommending books. By focusing on emotional regulation and personal growth, bibliotherapy provides a safe space for individuals, especially from marginalized communities, to reclaim their narratives. Rumble reflects on her own journey with literature and how it supports clients' needs for validation and belonging. Her book, Bibliotherapy in the Bronx, delves into the history and practice of bibliotherapy.
Rumble's book, Bibliotherapy in the Bronx, is an authentic exploration of the history of bibliotherapy and its application in therapeutic practice, as well as t
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