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Resources

Explore a curated collection of materials that reflect Dr. Nafisi’s insights and areas of expertise. This page includes books co-authored by Dr. Nafisi, along with a selection of recommended readings and videos that offer thoughtful perspectives on the topics she is most passionate about. Whether you're looking to deepen your understanding or find practical tools for personal or professional growth, these resources are a great place to start.

Books

The Blessing of a Skinned Knee

The Blessing of a Skinned Knee

Wendy Mogel

Bad Therapy: Why The Kids Aren’t Growing Up

Bad Therapy: Why The Kids Aren’t Growing Up

Abigail Schrier

Grit

Grit

Angela Duckworth

Developing and maintaining the therapeutic alliance with self-injuring patients

Developing and maintaining the therapeutic alliance with self-injuring patients

Nira Nafisi, Barbara Stanley

Borderline Personality Disorder and Adolescence: Social Work in Mental Health:

Borderline Personality Disorder and Adolescence: Social Work in Mental Health:

Alec L. Miller, Deborah Neft & Nira Golombeck

Don’t Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and Training

Don’t Shoot the Dog!: The New Art of Teaching and Training

Karen Pryor

Websites

RaQuel Hopkins - Capacity Expert

OCD Online

PCIT International

Videos

When Parents Become the Experts // Nira Nafisi, PHD
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