Fiction Prescription
with Sam Smith MBACP (Accred)
Bibliotherapist
"Books are the mirror of the soul" Virginia Woolf
Welcome to Fiction Prescription
where stories meet personal discovery.
Perhaps you're a busy professional juggling different responsibilities, or a parent with little time for yourself?
You might be a therapist who's looking for CPD that's a bit different, or a book-lover who is curious about themselves!
In my innovative bibliotherapy service I combine decades of experience as a person-centred therapist with my passion for literature as I invite you to sit with me online and explore your relationship with books.
You'd be amazed what you can learn about yourself through exploring your reading life.
Whatever your circumstances I suspect that, like most of us, you find it hard to prioritise your own wellbeing, and would welcome an insightful space for self-reflection, self-development and self-care.
Finding something that's easy to access and asks nothing of you but to sit in a quiet comfortable place of your choice while being guided through an exploration of your relationship with books, could be just what you need!
"cathartic, eye opening and one of the best things I’ve done on my journey to get to know myself better"
What to Expect
In a confidential, one-hour session, I’ll help you reflect on what reading means to you. Together, we’ll explore the books that feel memorable to you, the stories that resonate, and how they connect to your life experiences. You'll be free to divulge as little or as much as you are comfortable with as we uncover insights into your thoughts and feelings.
At the end of the session I'll offer a personal ‘Fiction Prescription’ - the title of a book chosen just for you based on wherever our exploration has taken us.
Why Fiction Prescription?
A Personalised Approach to Bibliotherapy
Your experience of reading a book is as unique as your experience of life. No-one will imagine characters or empathise with them in the way you have. This is not an issue-centred book recommendation service; it's a person-centred exploration - and you're the person.
Guided Self-Reflection
We’ll explore the emotional and psychological connections between your life and the books you’ve read, helping you uncover new perspectives.
A Safe, Creative Space
Fiction Prescription offers a relaxed and supportive environment where you can reflect freely on your experiences.
Bespoke Book Prescription
I’ll prescribe a book that resonates meaningfully with your unique experiences and enables a sense of growth.
Why me?
Experienced and Professional
As an Accredited Member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) I work sensitively and ethically and have over twenty years of experience. You're in safe hands.
Passionate about People
My 'passion for people' is at the heart of all I do. No two people are the same and I respect and celebrate the uniqueness of each person I meet.
Passionate about Books
Books offer us a window through which we can see and understand ourselves more clearly. I'm dedicated to helping people flourish and grow. Literature can be transformative in a very non-threatening way.
Types of sessions available:
Fiction Prescription £40
one hour online exploration of recipient's reading life
personal Fiction Prescription - the title of a book I feel will resonate with whatever we've discussed
20 minute follow-up session
valid for12 months
Fiction Prescription Return £30
one hour online bibliotherapy session for return customers only, bookable to suit.
And for the book-lover in your life who enjoys thoughtful, personal gifts (or a pamper gift just for you!) I offer a special gift bundle:
Fiction Prescription Pamper Bundle £70
one hour online exploration of recipient's reading life
personal Fiction Prescription - the title of a book that resonates with the session
copy of the prescribed book sent via Tracked Royal Mail
a beautifully sewn book-sleeve made from recycled designer material sent via Tracked Royal Mail. (Plain vegan leather available)
20 minute follow-up session
valid for 12 months
Gift vouchers available.
Whether you’re looking to navigate personal challenges, embrace your curiosity, or simply enjoy a conversation about books and life, Fiction Prescription is here to help you uncover more about yourself ... through the power of literature.
Ready to discover your story?
I'd love to meet you!