I wanted to share a self-help book for teens called The Self-Regulation Handbook for Teens and Young Adults: A Trauma-Informed Guide to Fostering Personal Resilience and Enhancing Interpersonal Skills by Wu (Author), Doctor Kathy Wu Ph.D. (Author) we received in exchange for a upcoming review.
About the book:
Discover how emotional regulation and other coping skills can help you manage big emotions, big life changes, and the issues you deal with on a day-to-day basis.
The final years of high school and the first years of college can be full of new experiences, friendships, and learning opportunities. But they can also be a time of upheaval and instability. This trauma-informed handbook will help you remain empowered and centered as you navigate through a variety of difficult experiences, including:
- Mental health concerns like anxiety, depression, perfectionism, boredom, burnout, and grief
- Interpersonal challenges like not fitting in, being gaslit, facing discrimination, and problems with communication and relationships
- External issues like collective trauma, social media pressures, political upheaval, and financial stress
Specifically designed for ages 15 to 21, this comprehensive guide provides valuable tools for utilizing self-regulation to build resilience and cultivate a strengths-oriented mindset. Dr. Kathy Wu, a licensed psychologist, has compiled helpful strategies and practical interventions from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), dialectical behavioral Therapy (DBT), and others, to help you understand and deal with difficult emotions and experiences. With engaging advice and real-life examples, this handbook equips you with the tools you need to thrive and face life’s challenges head on.
Meet the Author: Kathy P. Wu
Kathy Wu, PhD is a licensed psychologist, parent, writer, and former college professor with a passion for helping young people unlock their potential, creativity, and wellbeing. Drawing on her clinical work, academic background, and years of experience in trauma-informed care, Dr. Wu writes with both heart and depth — offering readers practical tools and compassionate insight into the emotional lives of teens and young adults.
Her professional roots span Boston, New York City, and Philadelphia, shaping a nuanced, culturally responsive approach to mental health that now defines her thriving private practice in Houston, Texas. Whether she’s working with clients in the therapy room or writing for a wider audience, Dr. Wu is dedicated to empowering the next generation through education, empathy, and evidence-based strategies.
When she’s not working or writing, you can find her reading fiction, marveling at flowers and plants, or spending time with friends and family.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
