Jackie Flynn's Literary Contributions

Writing is one of Jackie Flynn's therapy loves, and through her books, she shares her expertise and passion for helping others heal and grow. Her contributions span across children's literature and clinical resources, each crafted to provide valuable insights and tools for both therapists and clients.

Children's Books

Jackie has authored several children's books that aim to educate, inspire, and provide therapeutic value. Her stories often incorporate elements of perseverance, resilience, emotional literacy, and therapeutic techniques like EMDR. These books are designed to help children understand and navigate their emotions, build resilience, and feel a sense of belonging.

  • Golden Dragon's Journey: A Story of Perseverance, Adaptation, and Resilience (coming Fall 2024)

  • Sparkles: A Bunny's Quest to Energize Life with Help from a Frog (coming Fall 2024)

  • In My Body, I Feel: A Story about the Felt Sense of Emotions (August 18, 2020)

  • Little Gecko's Broken Tail: A Book to Introduce EMDR Therapy to Children (July 26, 2023)

  • Being Human: A Polyvagal Informed Story about the States of the Nervous System (April 27, 2022)

  • I am Octopus: Playful Projections to Strengthen One's Sense of Self (June 2, 2022)

  • EMDR Resource Development: Animal Imagery (October 10, 2017)

  • We Are Family: A Playful Story about Strengthening a Sense of Belonging in an Adoptive Family (June 27, 2023)

  • Jack Feels: An Emotional Literacy Resource (September 18, 2017)

Clinical Books

In addition to her children's literature, Jackie has authored clinical books that serve as invaluable resources for therapists. These books focus on integrating play therapy with EMDR, understanding the nervous system, and applying these concepts to treat child traumatic stress.

  • EMDR with Kids Flip Chart: A Play-Based Tool for Trauma Processing, Nervous System Regulation, and the Transformation of Adaptive Behaviors (August 2024)

  • Play Is the Therapy: A Polyvagal-Informed Approach to Recognizing and Treating Child Traumatic Stress(August 2024)

Contributed Writings for Other Books

Jackie's expertise is also featured in various collaborative works, where she contributes chapters and sections to broaden the reach of her knowledge and techniques.

  • Trauma Impacts: The Repercussions of Individual and Collective Trauma, 1st Edition - Prologue

    • Authors: Jessica Stone, Robert J. Grant, Clair Mellenthin

  • Fighting to Forgive: A Journey of Love, Betrayal, and Redemption

    • Section: From the Therapist Perspective

    • Author: Kathy Cooks

  • Nature-Based Play and Expressive Therapies: Interventions for Working with Children, Teens, and Families

    • Editors: Janet A. Courtney, Jamie Lynn Langley, Lynn Louise Wonders, Rosalind Heiko, Rose LaPiere

  • Digital Play Therapy: A Clinician’s Guide to Comfort and Competence, 1st Edition

    • Author: Jessica Stone

Jackie's written works also include contributions to various professional publications, where she shares her insights and therapeutic approaches to a broader audience.

Jackie Flynn’s literary contributions reflect her commitment to enhancing therapeutic practices and providing accessible, practical resources for both therapists and their clients. Her books are a testament to her dedication to healing and growth through innovative and compassionate approaches.