Rewire Your Anxious Brain

Pittman and Karle provide an expanded explanation of the neurobiological interactions and responses among thoughts, feelings, and emotions relative to the etiology of anxiety. Nice balance between explaining functional neurology and providing self-assessment tools to better understand how to manage anxiety. They offer in-depth strategies to strengthen coping skills to live more independently from anxiety. Highly recommend this book for therapists and anyone who suffers from anxiety.

In a timely update of their widely acclaimed self-help book, the authors incorporate recent research about the neurological foundations of anxiety and brain neuroplasticity. They show, in highly accessible language, how even just imagining danger can activate fear circuitry. Understanding, experiencing, and thinking differently can change the brain, making it easier to resist avoidance. There are guidelines to calm the body and mind so you can pursue what matters.

This book is an invaluable resource for helping clients understand what’s happening in their brain when they are experiencing anxiety. The clear explanation of roles of the cortex and amygdala in creating anxiety boosts engagement and empowers clients to apply the practical tools offered. This book has been transformative in my clinical work and has helped my clients change their relationship with anxiety, and reclaim a sense of calm and control over their thoughts.