If you’ve ever thought about seeing a psychotherapist but don’t know where to start, you might need a helping hand.

That’s where psychotherapist and author Faith Freed steps in, with her new book, Starting Therapy: A Guide to Getting Ready, Feeling Informed, and Gaining the Most from Your Sessions. This easy-to-read, at times playful guide to the first time on the therapist’s couch is the perfect afternoon read for someone who doesn’t know what to expect during their first foray into therapy.

If you’re someone who embraces spirituality based on what rings true from a range of traditions and, above all else, personal experience – how do you ground your beliefs and practices? Where does such a seeker turn for a structure to build upon? Until now, there’s been very little guidance. IS: Your Authentic Spirituality Unleashed serves as a home base, a shortcut, and a jumping-off place to find spiritual sustenance as you go your own way.