Books and videos
Two books written here — one for children, one for the clinicians who sit with them — and the talks Dr Amelia has recorded over the years.
The Little Koala
A koala who cannot say goodbye in the mornings.
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The Little Koala
The story of a little koala who does not want to leave his mother. He explores his own fears, meets a friend who has felt them too, and learns to name them and get past them.
- Written by
- Dr Amelia Shay
- Illustrated by
- Nafiseh Ebrahiminejad
- Helps with
- Separation anxiety, fear of sleeping alone, fear of the dark
- Last page
- Short tips for parents and educators on using the story
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What Is Going On In My Head
Written for therapists who work with children. The book guides the clinician through CBT and ACT techniques so a child can name their own emotions and the thoughts underneath them, a chapter at a time, with practice to take home.
- Extent
- 68 pages, six chapters
- Structure
- Three phases — insight, therapy, maintenance
- Size
- 28 × 21 cm
- Paper
- Premium heavy stock, lay-flat binding
- Price
- $120
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A note on happiness
A short talk on happiness — what it actually is, and why chasing it as a constant state is the wrong thing to ask of yourself or of a child.
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A welcome message from Dr Amelia
An introduction to Therapy House from Dr Amelia Shay: the approaches the clinic works with, and how a first visit tends to go.
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The Lockdown Challenge
From the Kooky Clinic's daily lockdown challenge — small things for children to do at home when the days have stopped being ordinary.
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The Lockdown Challenge 2
The second daily challenge in the series, for children at home.
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The Lockdown Challenge 3
The third daily challenge in the series, for children at home.
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There is a magic in stories
On shared reading — the thing Dr Amelia's own research keeps landing on as the single most useful thing a parent can do with a child.
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There is a magic in stories, part two
The second part, on how to read with a child rather than at them.
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یادگیری زبان برای کودکان دوزبانه
Language learning for bilingual children
In Persian. How children learn two languages at once, and what parents can stop worrying about.
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اشتباهات رایج افراد در صحبت کردن انگلیسی
Common mistakes people make speaking English
In Persian. The mistakes Persian speakers most often make in English, and how to hear them in your own speech.
Dr Amelia also publishes in Persian on her YouTube channel.
Publications
Scholarly works by Dr Amelia Shay, including book chapters, journal articles, conference presentations and Persian-language publications.
In the media
- If you can only do one thing for your children, it should be shared reading
- Diversity in the classroom means children develop differently
- More children are starting school depressed and anxious — without help, it will only get worse
- Radio interviews on reading to children and shared reading
Articles
The articles below were written by the Therapy House team. They are general information rather than personal advice — if something here sounds like your situation, that is a good reason to get in touch rather than a substitute for doing so.
2025
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The Lasting Value of Long-Term Psychodynamic Therapy: Who It Helps and Why It Works
In today's wellness culture, quick fixes are everywhere - apps for mindfulness, short-term coaching, or fast-acting therapies that aim to relieve symptoms quickly.
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Helping Kids Build Healthy Screen Time Habits: A Parent's Guide
A parent guide to helping children build healthy screen time habits in a digital world.
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Practicing Self-Compassion to Manage Uncomfortable Emotions
How responding with self-compassion rather than self-criticism can make it easier to handle overwhelming situations.
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How To Have A Loving Relationship With Your Body
A Therapy House article about healing a relationship with food and body image.
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12 Practical Tips to Manage Depression from Behavioural Therapy Experts
Practical behavioural strategies for managing depression.
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Holding Two Truths: The Power of Emotional Duality in Relationships
A Therapy House article about holding two emotions or truths as valid at the same time in relationships.
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Nurturing Healthy Self-Esteem in Children
How parents and caregivers can foster a strong sense of self-worth in children.
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Why We Procrastinate: Understanding the Psychology Behind It
A Therapy House article exploring the psychology behind procrastination.
2024
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Understanding and Supporting School Readiness
A guide to supporting children and families through the transition to formal schooling.
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Conflict
A Therapy House article about conflict in relationships and problem solving at home.
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Self Care
How to establish a self-care routine that actually works.
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Sense of Self
A Therapy House article about sense of self across adults and children.
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The Autonomic Nervous System and Mental Health: Strategies to Ease Anxiety, Depression and Trauma Response
Strategies to ease anxiety, depression and trauma responses through understanding the nervous system.
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What is Depression?
A Therapy House article explaining depression as a combination of symptoms beyond feeling low.
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How Involved Should Parents Be In Their Child's Therapy?
Guidance for parents about involvement in a child's therapy.
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What Is Therapy?
A first-time guide for people considering therapy for themselves or their child.
2023
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Are You Learning At Your Full Potential?
A Therapy House assessment article about strengths, weaknesses and learning capacity.
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Do You Really Know What Anxiety Is?
A Therapy House article about the function of anxiety and how it protects us.
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New Cancellation Policy
A Therapy House update about cancellation policy and appointment commitment.
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Therapy is a Commitment
A Therapy House update about therapy as a commitment to yourself.
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What is ADHD?
An introduction to ADHD as a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting attention, impulses and activity.
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Different Parenting Approaches and How Successful They Are
A Therapy House article about parenting approaches and child social-emotional development.
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Emotion Regulation Skills, Tips and Strategy
A Therapy House article explaining emotion regulation and useful skills.
Talk to us
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