Introducing our new UKCP book series: Psychotherapy Matters

We’re excited to announce the launch of a brand-new UKCP book series in partnership with Karnac Books.  

Psychotherapy Matters is a thought-provoking, accessible series designed for both professionals and a general readership. Each title explores topical subjects with the aim of sparking much-needed conversations around mental health. 

Curated by UKCP psychoanalytic psychotherapist Linda Cundy, the series is authored by UKCP members, creating an opportunity for both established and emerging writers in our profession to publish their work. 

What books are coming out? 

The series is launching with three books: 

Life and Hope Out of Darkness: Creative Interventions for Helping People in Violent Communities – By Sarah Coleman 

This practical and moving book draws on Coleman’s work with a group of African women in a poverty-stricken area described as a war zone. Using art, drama, puppetry, dance, mindfulness and breathwork, she shows how creative interventions can help individuals rebuild their lives.  

Bringing Your Heart to Work: A Seven-Step Journey to Mental Health and Wellbeing – By Hazel Hyslop 

Offering readers a transformative voyage through her seven-step method, Hyslop uses case studies to illustrate how her model has helped clients achieve greater clarity, resilience and balance in their personal and professional lives. This book offers practical tools for readers seeking growth, insight and positive change. 

Sexual Diversity: Being Human through Understanding and Acceptance – By Silva Neves 

In this compelling and inclusive book, Neves explores sexual and erotic diversity in a conversational and accessible way. He challenges heteronormative assumptions and encourages open-minded thinking about identity and sexuality. Through stories from the therapy room and real life, Neves helps readers expand their understanding and challenge their assumptions about how people can live and love. 

What’s next? 

We’ll celebrate more UKCP voices this autumn as we release more books in the Psychotherapy Matters series. 

If you’re a UKCP member with a book idea you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you. Contact series editor Linda Cundy at lindacundy57@gmail.com to discuss submitting a proposal.