Description

From psychotherapist and TikTok personality Dr. Annie Zimmerman comes a toolkit to transform yourself and your relationships, with advice on how to heal past trauma, build sustainable connections, and take ownership of your mental health.

Every day, psychotherapist Dr. Annie Zimmerman meets clients in her private London practice who are struggling with their lives. They’re committed to achieving personal growth, making changes—but they’re struck at the question stage. They ask her: Why can’t I sleep? Why do I keep going back to a bad relationship? Why did I lose my temper? What is wrong with me?

Here’s the thing: nothing is wrong with them. It’s just that they’re asking themselves the wrong questions.

In Your Pocket Therapist, Dr. Zimmerman helps readers delve into their past to identify old, unhelpful patterns and teach them how to unlock the present. The book combines practical tools with anecdotes gleaned from the therapy room, distilling complex psychological concepts with her signature warmth and empathy. Her belief—galvanized by her hundreds of thousands of followers—is that if we learn to understand the roots of our suffering, we can bring about meaningful—and permanent—change in our lives. It comes down to learning how to ask the right questions.

A brilliant, necessary toolkit for those who want to break free from past patterns and embrace a life of abundant self-awareness and connection, Your Pocket Therapist is an absolute must-read in the field of psychology. 

About the Author

Dr. Annie Zimmerman is a psychotherapist and TikTok personality, working with clients from a psychodynamic approach. She has a PhD in psychology and lives in London where she has a thriving private practice. Her expertise centers on teaching clients how their early lives have formed strategies that might be contributing to unhelpful patterns in adulthood. You can follow her on TikTok and Instagram @your_pocket_therapist.

Praise For…

"Zimmerman practices mental health care with a duty of love and an appreciation of the human condition." — Booklist (starred review)

"With wisdom, empathy and practical tips—like the five steps to handle suffering and reflection exercises—Dr. Zimmerman’s book serves as a toolkit for conquering toxic habits and embracing true joy" — Women's World Book Club

"Your Pocket Therapist is a masterclass in human psychology that will help you better understand yourself and your relationships. Dr. Zimmerman has a gift in guiding the readers toward more meaningful, fulfilling, and sustainable relationships. This book is for anyone who wants to increase their self-awareness, strengthen their connection with themselves, or deepen their bonds with others." — Dr. Nicole LePera, #1 NY Times author of How to Do the Work

“Your Pocket Therapist is a vital and practical guide to understanding your emotions, improving your relationships, and letting go of limiting beliefs. Everyone can benefit from Annie’s nuggets of wisdom and expert advice." — Mo Gawdat, internationally bestselling author of Solve for Happy

“Your Pocket Therapist is an essential read for anyone wanting to understand both themselves and relationships better. It’s written with clarity, expertise, and experience that will help anyone interested in self-development.” — Owen O'Kane, former NHS mental health lead and Sunday Times bestselling author of Ten to Zen and How to Be Your Own Therapist