Testimonials
“Working with Judith Desjardins has been a life changing experience. Insecurity, love, marriage, infertility, success – Judith has been there every step of the way. Her approach to life issues is compassionate, caring and well thought out. She encourages her clients to dive deep within themselves and get to the real issues. I have learned how to recognize, bring forth and embrace my life and turn it into a successful and happy life, marriage and family. Thank you, Judith!”
— Kathleen Rodriguez
“I so enjoyed reading this book! Judith combines a knowledge of developmental
psychology theories with examples which are written in clear and understandable
language. The book spans early childhood to adult relationships; how we got the way
we are and how to get better. It is a great book, full of exercises and practical selfhelp
tools.”
— Marjorie L. Rand, Ph.D. - author, with Jack Rosenberg, of Body, Self and Soul;
Sustaining Integration, psychotherapist, lecturer
“The struggle against our Inner Children until they are recognized and nourished is
universal in our culture and is the centerpiece to Judith’s method of helping her
clients.”
— Shani Fox, ND, Naturopathic Physician, Integrative and Alternative Treatment
of Cancer and Chronic Conditions
Summary
The material provided in this book was gleaned from Judith Desjardins’ personal journey of healing and transformation. It is a modern day “mental health almanac,” filled with insight into all the seasons of growth in relationships -- childhood, teen years, young adult, mature adult. The unique Holistic Approach teaches you how to achieve balance in your relationships and your relationship with your Self. This book is for young people, single adults and married couples. It is practical and educational, inspiring and poignant. A “must read” for anyone searching for a healthy life, love and personal transformation. You will discover:
- The effects of childhood trauma
- Your childhood coping mechanisms
- Self-help tools for work in psychotherapy and Twelve-Step Recovery
- How the unexplored Unconscious can sabotage your desire to find love
- The connection between body symptoms and problems in the mind, emotions and spirit
- How to develop relationship skills for handling money, sex, and conflict
- Parenting skills for developing healthy children
- The role of boundaries and forgiveness in healing
- The power of spirituality in your relationship
About the Author
Judith Anne Desjardins, LCSW, BCD, MSWAC is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a Board Certified Diplomat in Clinical Social Work, and a Master Social Work Addictions Counselor. She received her Bachelor of Arts with Honor from the University of Wyoming and her Master of Social Work degree from Arizona State University. She is listed in Who’s Who in the World, Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in Medicine and Healthcare, and Who’s Who in American Women. Being raised in a military family and traveling extensively gave her an appreciation for all cultures and all the world’s religions. As an educator, she has taught nationally and in Canada, and has maintained a thirty-three year holistic private psychotherapy practice. She has specialty training in Jin Shin Do Acupressure, Jungian and Gestalt therapy, and has worked in various clinical settings: Oncology social work, in-patient psychiatry, homeless shelter, out-patient substance abuse.
2011 National Indie Excellence Awards
USA Book News - The National"Best Books 2010" Awards
