You Are Not Alone In This: Supporting a Loved One's Mental Health Without Losing Your Own

by Sophie Scott, Emma Willis (Foreword by)

Overview

The first mainstream book offering support to all those whose loved ones are experiencing mental health difficulties, written by an expert psychotherapist.

FIND THE SUPPORT YOU NEED TO KEEP BEING THERE FOR YOUR LOVED ONE.

Whether you’re worrying about a partner struggling with depression or witnessing a friend spiral into addiction, many of us feel helpless when someone we love faces mental health challenges. In this groundbreaking book, psychotherapist Sophie Scott draws on moving client stories, proven therapeutic techniques and her own personal journey to help you navigate the emotional complexities of caring for someone with mental illness – while still taking care  of yourself. You Are Not Alone In This introduces:

• THE 5 KEY FACTORS that help you support your loved one without losing yourself.
• COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES tailored to different diagnoses.
• How to utilize a HOLISTIC APPROACH to mental health.
• Ways to manage MESSY FEELINGS – anger, grief, fear and more.
• When to set much-needed HEALTHY BOUNDARIES.

“You Are Not Alone In This is the mental health handbook everyone needs. This book is going to help huge numbers of people.”
James Longman, correspondent for ABC News and author of The Inherited Mind

“This is the book I wish my family had read when I was seriously unwell. It’s a must-have for all the many millions of carers out there.”
Jonny Benjamin MBE, award-winning mental health campaigner

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781786788900
Publisher:	Watkins Media
Publication date:	01/14/2025
Pages:	312
Product dimensions:	5.31(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

Sophie Scott is a practicing transpersonal psychotherapist and the Founder of Balance, where she was also the Editor-in-Chief for seven years, bringing mindfulness and mental health topics to the mainstream. She has written for Forbes, Wired, Sheer Luxe and Thrive Global, as well as speaking at a variety of events and festivals, including Live Well Festival.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

“You Are Not Alone In This is the mental health handbook every one needs. It deals with complex issues without over simplifying, and it’s laid out like an instruction manual, which makes it easy to follow and digest. This book is going to help huge numbers of people.”
– James Longman, foreign correspondent for ABC News and author of The Inherited Mind

"This compassionate and practical guide is a must-read for anyone supporting a loved one with mental health challenges, offering valuable insights on both providing care and maintaining your own wellbeing."
– Talitha Fosh, psychotherapist and author of Hooked

"This is a hugely important and timely addition to the mental health literature on offer. Sophie has written a comprehensive and heartfelt exploration of care for others and self-care. You Are Not Alone In This is a much-needed approach to the topic and a beautifully written book that both educates and inspires."
– Malcolm Stern, author of Slay Your Dragons With Compassion, psychotherapist and founding co-host of Compassionate Mental Health

“This is the book I wish my family had read when I was seriously unwell. You Are Not Alone In This is a must-have for all the millions of carers out there. "
– Jonny Benjamin MBE, award-winning mental health campaigner

“Everyone needs a book like this! As someone who's both experienced the depth of mental health challenges myself and in supporting those around me, this book is the toolbox everyone needs to support those around them and most of all themselves.”
– Dan Murray-Serter, mental health advocate and podcast host at Secret Leaders

“Sophie’s book is a beacon of light that is destined to help so many people find support, resilience and hope. She’s able to put into words the complexities of being human in a simple yet powerful way that reminds us we’re never alone."
– Michael James Wong, Founder of Just Breathe and author of Sen Baz Uru

“You Are Not Alone In This is such a valuable book, bringing light to the struggle of those who care for a loved one who is suffering with their mental health. ... [This] book is a deep resource for both clinicians and anyone who is caring for a loved one in crisis.” 
– Robert Rees, Director of The Grove Practice London

"A book of this kind is long overdue. Combining lived experience with professional knowledge and practice, Sophie Scott has written a comprehensive, compassionate and accessible guide that is full of essential insight. You Are Not Alone In This is a real step forward.”
– Jonathon Clack, mental health practitioner and carer

“None of us should have to suffer alone when it comes to supporting loved ones with mental illness. And thanks to this empathetic and inspirational companion, you no longer have to. I wish this was around when I was learning to cope on my own.”
– Pete Ward, co-founder and CEO of Humanity Inc

“I genuinely believe everyone should read this if we want to get stronger as individuals and as a society when tackling mental health. Sophie writes with so much empathy yet offers practical suggestions that all of us can start today.”
– Maya Raichoora, UK’s leading mental fitness and visualization expert

“You Are Not Alone In This is a nuanced and thoughtful manual on how to care for a loved one struggling with mental health problems.  Sophie nicely balances the challenges of being there for someone and the need to care for yourself. A great, much-needed read!"
– Dr Ryan Martin, psychologist and author of How to Deal with Angry People