What do you think?
Rate this book
Paperback Therapy
This book is not a substitute for therapy … but it will give you the skills you need to help you meet your mental health goals.
Most of us could probably be doing more to take care of our mental health, whether by learning to manage stress and sadness or just by reconnecting with ourselves. But finding the time and money for professional therapy isn’t always possible – and this interactive guide provides an invaluable first step. While not a substitute for therapy, this book will give you the tools you need to make positive changes in your life and improve your mental wellbeing.
In Paperback Therapy, certified practising counsellor Tammi Miller takes you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. You’ll learn over 25 therapist-approved tools for everything from how to boost your self-esteem and live by your values to techniques for overcoming unhealthy habits and managing anxiety. With prompts and exercises proven to benefit your mental health and wellbeing, Paperback Therapy will help you discover a happier, healthier you.
Most of us could probably be doing more to take care of our mental health, whether by learning to manage stress and sadness or just by reconnecting with ourselves. But finding the time and money for professional therapy isn’t always possible – and this interactive guide provides an invaluable first step. While not a substitute for therapy, this book will give you the tools you need to make positive changes in your life and improve your mental wellbeing.
In Paperback Therapy, certified practising counsellor Tammi Miller takes you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. You’ll learn over 25 therapist-approved tools for everything from how to boost your self-esteem and live by your values to techniques for overcoming unhealthy habits and managing anxiety. With prompts and exercises proven to benefit your mental health and wellbeing, Paperback Therapy will help you discover a happier, healthier you.
352 pages, Paperback
Published March 6, 2024
33 people are currently reading
592 people want to read
About the author
Tammi Miller
1 book5 followersTammi Miller is a certified practising counsellor and the founder of counselling practise, BARE Therapy.
Tammi enables clients to work through their blocks and cultivate better mental and emotional wellbeing.
Passionate about improved health literacy and with lived experience in mental health as both a psychotherapist and a client, Tammi manages her own mental health using the same techniques she shares with readers in her first book, Paperback Therapy.
When not building connection with clients, Tammi can be found with her head in a good book, feet in the ground on a walk outdoors, or fingers patting her grey rescue cat.
--
#PaperbackTherapy
**JOIN THE 'BARE THERAPY BOOK CLUB' & DISCOVER ABOUT TAMMI'S FAVOURITE BOOKS ABOUT THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE**
Tammi enables clients to work through their blocks and cultivate better mental and emotional wellbeing.
Passionate about improved health literacy and with lived experience in mental health as both a psychotherapist and a client, Tammi manages her own mental health using the same techniques she shares with readers in her first book, Paperback Therapy.
When not building connection with clients, Tammi can be found with her head in a good book, feet in the ground on a walk outdoors, or fingers patting her grey rescue cat.
--
#PaperbackTherapy
**JOIN THE 'BARE THERAPY BOOK CLUB' & DISCOVER ABOUT TAMMI'S FAVOURITE BOOKS ABOUT THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE**
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 reviews
March 25, 2025
Firstly, big thanks to @booxies.au and @bare_therapy for hosting a giveaway in which I was the recipient! I then purchased a gift box for a friend recovering from back surgery, and the experience was fabulous, personalised and curated. I recommend them.
Paperback Therapy is excellent as not everyone can afford therapy, it's the reason the book came to be. This issue is highlighted, it's a comprehensive guide in looking after yourself, and for those wanting to be there for others. Last night I took a photo of an example of boundaries in the workplace which resonated with me. Whether you really need to attend certain meetings, or if you can just get the notes so you can protect your time.
It's clear the author has lived experience, and that she is a therapist herself. Written in plain language, making the book a helpful tool and excellent reference guide. Containing fields to be used as a workbook in a simplistic way, this is a straightforward and measurable way to help yourself.
Small case studies in the size of a paragraph show examples of real life struggles which will be helpful to readers, and a list of common therapy terms is a thoughtful idea also. I think this is a thoughtful resource, the author has even had the foresight to draft a template in how to word a message to a therapist for an initial communication. In times of great stress one can't always think clearly or succinctly.
This book doesn't cross the lines of being authoritative, it's a helpful guide, and I think the author's empathy shows brightly. Recommended to those struggling, or people wanting to help, and to those in the front lines of any client focused area. It's ok to ask people if they are ok, Paperback Therapy guides you on how to do this along with so much more.
Paperback Therapy is excellent as not everyone can afford therapy, it's the reason the book came to be. This issue is highlighted, it's a comprehensive guide in looking after yourself, and for those wanting to be there for others. Last night I took a photo of an example of boundaries in the workplace which resonated with me. Whether you really need to attend certain meetings, or if you can just get the notes so you can protect your time.
It's clear the author has lived experience, and that she is a therapist herself. Written in plain language, making the book a helpful tool and excellent reference guide. Containing fields to be used as a workbook in a simplistic way, this is a straightforward and measurable way to help yourself.
Small case studies in the size of a paragraph show examples of real life struggles which will be helpful to readers, and a list of common therapy terms is a thoughtful idea also. I think this is a thoughtful resource, the author has even had the foresight to draft a template in how to word a message to a therapist for an initial communication. In times of great stress one can't always think clearly or succinctly.
This book doesn't cross the lines of being authoritative, it's a helpful guide, and I think the author's empathy shows brightly. Recommended to those struggling, or people wanting to help, and to those in the front lines of any client focused area. It's ok to ask people if they are ok, Paperback Therapy guides you on how to do this along with so much more.
Read
April 9, 2024Decided I’m not really going to rate non-fiction anymore unless I feel a very strong type of way about it. But this was good!
March 10, 2024
This isn’t really a read through in one go type book. It’s more of a tackle in stages working through sections as need arises. A great resource for anyone who is wishing for mental well being or therapy tools but cannot currently access regular therapy sessions in their life. Pragmatic and common sense approaches with lots of hands on options to explore.
July 11, 2024
as somebody who has seen counsellors and was a bit confused about the things they used to say to me, this helped clear things up! i also appreciate how easy it is to understand. the exercises are simple but get you thinking about how to healthily process feelings + get thinking about your mental wellbeing. bless ❤️
August 8, 2024
Will recommend this to everyone, a really useful tool for learning about and caring for your mental health and the that of those around you.
March 13, 2024
Outstanding. Easy to digest and very practical. Whether you think you need mental health help or not, everyone can benefit from this book at its tools. It's gym for the mind.
April 17, 2024
great self-help style educational resource, i’m going to buy a copy bc i borrowed it from the library
June 9, 2024
Practical and a great companion to journaling
February 12, 2025
Es bueno para conocer sobre la terapia, aún que se centra más en Australia, me gustaría que fuera más general
October 30, 2025
"Paperback Therapy aims to fight stigma by explaining how therapy works and normalising mental health fluctuations, while also making therapists insights more accessible and affordable"
CBT, DBT, ACT ... WTF?
Goal setting and the stages of change
Self-esteem and living by your values
Connecting with your inner child
Managing interpersonal relationships
Setting and maintaining boundaries
CBT, DBT, ACT ... WTF?
Goal setting and the stages of change
Self-esteem and living by your values
Connecting with your inner child
Managing interpersonal relationships
Setting and maintaining boundaries
October 2, 2024
可以幫助讀者替自己做一些心理諮商
September 22, 2025
Practical and helpful
January 9, 2026
god si es un primer acercamiento a lo que es la salud mental y la terapia
June 19, 2025
Ive tried to read so many self help books, i only ever finished one book and even that didn't stick with me. But this book was so informative and helpful. I found myself relating to so many things throughout the book and tips suggested do help. The book was short and straight to the point; the author didn't try to extend the book with nonsense
Displaying 1 - 14 of 14 reviews