The self-help bookshelf

27/03/2026

Hi

It's been a little while since the last SHBS, so I'm really excited to announce the next Self-Help Bookshelf group 8 week series!

✨ Book: Braving the Wilderness by Brené Brown
✨ Theme: Belonging, authenticity, and finding the courage to stand alone

This is a gentle, supportive space where we come together to explore powerful self-help books, reflect on how they relate to our own lives, and connect with others on a similar journey. You don’t need to have all the answers—just a willingness to show up and be open.

💬 What is SHBS?
Self-Help Bookshelf is a small, therapist-led group where we:
• Read and reflect on meaningful self-development books
• Share insights (only if you feel comfortable)
• Explore how the themes show up in real life
• Build self-awareness, confidence, and connection

No pressure, no expectations... just a calm, welcoming space to grow.

📅 Dates (8 weeks):
Thursdays 6:30–7:30pm
• 2 April
• 9 April
• 16 April
• 23 April
• 30 April
• 7 May
• 14 May

+ Final session: Tuesday 19 May

📍 Location: Therapy with Emma, Shanakiel, 17 Ilkeston Road. Heanor, Derbyshire, DE75 7DR

💷 Investment: £80 for the full 8-week series

Spaces are limited to keep the group intimate and supportive.

If you’ve ever struggled with feeling like you don’t quite fit in, or you’re ready to explore what true belonging means for you, this book and group could be a really powerful experience ❤️

📩 Message me to book your place or ask any questions call 07538 900221

22/11/2025

One of my favourite parts of running The Self-Help Bookshelf is hearing how the group experience resonates with people... the insights, the connections, and the “oh, that’s me” moments that gently shift something inside.

Over the past rounds, group members have shared thoughtful reflections about what the space has meant to them: feeling seen, feeling less alone, finding language for things they’ve carried for years, and discovering new ways to understand themselves.

With permission, I’ll be sharing some of these reflections here. I hope that they offer a glimpse into what it’s like to be part of a gentle, therapeutic book club that blends self-development, community, and real human connection.

I’m so grateful to everyone who’s taken part so far... your openness, your curiosity, and your willingness to show up for yourselves (and each other) is what makes this group so special. 💛

If you’re curious about joining a future round, would like to be added to the waitlist, or simply want to learn more, please feel free to send me a message.

You’re always welcome here as we co-create something wonderful ✨️

25/06/2025

Last night, we hosted our very first process group, and what a beautiful experience it was! 💖 We kicked off our therapeutic book club with Brené Brown's The Gifts of Imperfection.
The women who joined us shared with such courageous vulnerability. I truly believe Brené would have been proud of the heartfelt connections made.

As we embark on this 8-week journey together, I am eager to see how we will grow and support one another through each of the guideposts. 🌱✨

If you're interested in joining this transformative experience or want to learn more about The Self-Help Bookshelf, visit my website at www.therapywithemma.co.uk.

Let’s embrace our imperfections together! 💪📚

Warmly,
Emma

24/06/2025

Welcome to our lovely space... tonight's debut process group was full of honesty and courageous vulnerability. I think Brene would be pretty damn proud ❤️✨️

We're all looking forward to what the weeks will being.

Here's a little vid of behind the scenes before people arrived.

16/06/2025

Ever felt like you're working so hard on yourself... but still stuck in the same old patterns?

That’s exactly what we’ll be exploring together in the first Self-Help Bookshelf group, starting next Tuesday in Heanor.

We’re reading The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown over 8 gentle, in-person weeks, meeting in a small, supportive process group.

This is a space for reflection, connection, and growth, not advice-giving. Just people showing up for themselves and each other.

✨ 6 spaces left.
Message me if you’d like to join or know someone who might 💛

02/06/2025

🌿 Monday Morning Motivation
“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do.” – Brené Brown

On Tuesday 24th June, we'll begin our journey at The Self-Help Bookshelf with The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown — and what a powerful place to start.

This book gently invites us to let go of who we think we should be, so we can embrace who we truly are.

As we step into a new week, here’s your gentle reminder:
💛 You don’t have to be perfect to be worthy.
💛 You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin.
💛 You’re allowed to show up exactly as you are — mess and magic alike.

Together, we’ll be exploring courage, compassion, and connection — not as lofty ideals, but as daily practices of being kind to ourselves.

Here’s to an imperfect, wholehearted Monday.
We’re so glad you’re here. 💬📚

01/06/2025

I'm so excited to introduce The Self-Help Bookshelf
A therapeutic book club + weekly process group for real, reflective change.
💬 8 weeks · 8 chapters · 8 powerful conversations
🧠 Designed and facilitated by a trained counsellor/ psychotherapist
🕯️ Space to connect, reflect, and explore what self-help really means — together.
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🌀 What You’ll Get:
• Weekly 1-hour facilitated process group (in person)
• Check-in, weekly reflection and open space for therapeutic sharing
• Supportive group of like-minded participants
• Emotional nourishment, insight, and community
🧭 Who It’s For:
• You’re tired of reading self-help alone
• You want to process what’s coming up in a real, safe space
• You’re ready to learn through shared insight
• Be a part of a supportive community of like minded people
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Pricing, Dates and 1st bookclub
Starts: Tuesday 24th June
Time: Weekly 1-hour sessions, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Therapy with Emma, Shanakiel, Ilkeston Road, Heanor, Derbyshire, DE75 7DT
A warm, comfortable, and confidential space designed for one-to-one sessions or small group work.
Book: The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown
A compassionate invitation to let go of who you think you're supposed to be and embrace who you are. We will explore 10 guideposts for wholehearted living.
Best For: Those seeking self-acceptance, emotional resilience, and relief from perfectionism.
Start your self-help journey here. Learn how to embrace your imperfections and live with courage, compassion, and connection.
Cost: £80 for the full 8-week seriess
Can’t Do Tuesdays? If Tuesday evenings aren’t suitable, please reach out — additional groups may be added based on interest
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📝 How to Join
For more information visit https://www.therapywithemma.co.uk/self-help-bookshelf/
To reserve your space email: hello@therapywithemma or call 07538 900221
Spots are intentionally limited to 8 participants per round to ensure a small supportive group.

A space for real, meaningful change, where the power of story, a supportive group, and process work come together to help you grow and heal.

Join us on this journey of reflection, connection, and personal transformation. We’re so glad you’re here