February's Featured Book:
Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life
by Emily Nagoski Ph.D
Saturday, Feb 19th - 11am Pacific
What To Expect From the Read:An essential exploration of why and how women’s sexuality works—based on groundbreaking research and brain science—that will radically transform your sex life into one filled with confidence and joy.
Researchers have spent the last decade trying to develop a “pink pill” for women to function like Viagra does for men. So where is it? Well, for reasons this book makes crystal clear, that pill will never be the answer—but as a result of the research that’s gone into it, scientists in the last few years have learned more about how women’s sexuality works than we ever thought possible, and Come as You Are explains it all. |
About Your Host: Marissa Hartel
Marissa’s background and experiences have prepared her to work with presenting concerns that accompany depression, anxiety identity struggles, trauma, relationship concerns, adjustment difficulties, parent-child relationship challenges, and eating disorders. Previously, Marissa has had the privilege of working in a university counseling center, an eating disorder clinic, and in a community based counseling center doing testing and therapy. Through her various experiences, she has developed a passion for supporting others on their path to healing and overall wellness. Outside of work, Marissa enjoys spending her downtime with a good book, music, and sunshine. "Marissa shows up in a way that lets you know that you are her complete focus. You will feel instantly comfortable and supported when you meet with her." |
Previous Book Club Meetings
September 2021Host: Marissa Hartel
Book: Walking The Tiger by Peter A. Levine Here's what we discussed:
July 2021Host: Tamika Simpson
Book: The 5 Love Languages by Elaine N. Aron Here's what we discussed:
June 2021Host: Tamika Simpson
Book: The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine N. Aron Here's what we discussed:
May 2021Host: Dr. Marissa Long
Book: Attached by Dr. Amir Levine and Rachel S.F. Heller Here's what we discussed:
April 2021Host: Dr. Megan Ciota
Book: Healing the Adult Children of Narcissists by Shahida Arabi Here's what we discussed:
March 2021Host: Dr. Rebekah So
Book: The Body Keeps Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk Here's what we discussed:
Feburary 2021Host: Dr. Monica Hennon
Book: The Worry Cure by Robert L. Leahy Here's what we discussed:
January 2021Host: Dr. Kristen Izbicki
Book: The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris Here's what we discussed:
December 2020Host: Dr. Ashleigh Fellows
Book: The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown Here's what we discussed: - Finding courage to overcome paralyzing fear and self-consciousness - How to believe we are worthy of self-discovery, personal growth, and boundless love. - The psychology of releasing our definitions of an “imperfect” life and embracing living authentically. November 2020Host: Dr. Makisha Lawrence
Book: The Body is Not an Apology by Sonya Renee Taylor Here's what we discussed: - Understanding our own indoctrinated body shame - The transformative opportunity of radical self-love - What it means to break up with your shame in your self image October 2020Host: Dr. Marissa Long
Book: Codependent No More by Melody Beattie Here's what we discussed: - What is codependence anyway - How to know if you're codependent - How codependence shows up in our lives and what to do about it |