Mark Williams Books
Mark Williams was a professor of clinical psychology at Oxford University before his recent retirement. A founder of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy, he also authored the 2007 book The Mindful Way Through Depression. Danny Penman holds a doctorate in biochemistry and has written for a number of newspapers including the British Daily Mail.
Mindfulness
What's Mindfulness about?
Mindfulness (2011) guides readers through eight weeks of meditation specially designed to bring greater peace of mind. The result of a collaboration between a biochemist and a clinical psychologist, this is a scientifically-grounded course that paves the way to greater mental well-being while busting plenty of myths along the way.
Who should read Mindfulness?
- Anyone looking for an oasis of calm in today’s hectic world
- Rational thinkers who have been put off by the spiritual associations of mindfulness
- Readers interested in the life of the mind
The Mindful Way Through Depression
What's The Mindful Way Through Depression about?
The Mindful Way Through Depression (2012) is a helpful resource for people affected by chronic depression. It offers a program that combines mindfulness meditation and cognitive behavioral therapy to help people recognize the early signs of depression, break negative mood cycles, and avoid relapse.
Who should read The Mindful Way Through Depression?
- Individuals living with depression
- Seekers of mindfulness-based therapies
- Supporters helping depressed loved ones