Christina Dixon, LCSW, CGP
Virtual Therapy in CA and TX
In-person therapy in Los Angeles
Resources
Books and Podcasts
I've been an avid reader since elementary school. One of the things I love the most about my job is the opportunity to read and learn so many exciting things about human behavior and the world around me! I recognize not everyone shares this passion, but if you are someone who would like to supplement your therapy with a reading assignment, here are a few of my favorites. (There aer also a few podcasts sprinkled in if that's more your style.
​Daring Greatly by Brené Brown
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Brené Brown is the author of numerous books which take psychological jargon and make them easy to understand. Daring Greatly looks specifically at vulnerability and shame, and how people can transition their perspective of vulnerability from a place of weakness to courage. She hosts a podcast called Unlocking Us, has hosted Ted Talks and has a Netflix movie The Call to Courage.
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The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris
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Using a psychological approach called Acceptance and Commitment Theory (ACT), this book examines values and mindfulness to allow you to get the most out of life without having to chase after the next best thing.
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The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine N. Aron, PhD
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Introducing the idea of a highly sensitive person (not someone overly emotional but someone who is highly affected by their environment), Dr. Aron explains how this set of traits impacts a person living in a sometimes over-stimulating world. This book has been powerfully normalizing for many of my clients.
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Eastern Body Western Mind by Anodea Judith
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This is a long read but comprehensive and powerful. It examines the impact of trauma from the lens of eastern and western medicine. Each chapter explores a different chakra, discusses the impact of excesses and deficits in the chakra, and exercises the reader can to do work towards finding balance.
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Tribe by Sebastian Junger
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Sebastian Junger is a journalist and special correspondent. This book explores the importance of belonging in groups, especially for military and veterans, and how these powerful connections are becoming rare in our society. These connections explain in party why some service members have difficulties reintegrating when returning from war.
Mental Health
Mating in Captivity by Esther Perel, MA
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Ester Perel is one of my favorite authors. As a therapist working with couples, she provides a new perspective of intimacy and sex. She discusses ways to sustain love and desire in long-term relationships. She also has a podcast entitled Where Should We Begin
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Wired for Love by Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT
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In this easy to read book, Dr. Tatkin offers concrete explanations of attachment, what can lead to conflict in relationships, and tools to help resolve communication challenges
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The Four Tendencies by Gretchen Rubin
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Through research, Ms. Rubin has identified four personality tendencies. She explains how these personalities interact and conflict with each other, offers strategies to better understand and motivate ourselves, and how to work with those who are similar to and different from us in their personality tendency.
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The State of Affairs by Esther Perel, MA
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This book unpacks the complexity of affairs including why they happen, how couples can rebound after an affair, and how it might even be a needed spark in the relationship. Ms. Perel also hosts great Ted Talks on this topic and more.
Relationships
Diet Culture
Anit-Diet by Christy Harrison, MPH, RD
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This book explores diet culture which is inherently racist, sexist, and classist. It helps the reader understand how pervasive diet culture is in this society and offers tools to reclaim one's body, mind, and life. Ms. Harrison also has a podcast called Food Psych.