On 'The Power of Thoughts' This book is so clever! Dr. Sykley creatively uses the Harry Potter stories so that young people can readily recognise the Dementors of Depression, the Boggarts of Anxiety and the Manticores of Anger and then swing into action with some serious dis-spelling!

Young Adult Nonfiction. Self-Improvement. HARRY POTTER POWER uses motifs and situations from the popular Harry Potter series and links them to theories and strategies designed to help young people overcome anxiety, anger, depression, and grief. It combines a fun and innovative use of well-known Harry Potter icons with more serious advice, reflection material and activities to help young people apply this perspective. Practical, thought-provoking, and with strong relevance to real world issues, HARRY POTTER POWER is an ideal tool to help young people develop resilience and self-esteem.

Dr. Julie-Anne Sykley is a psychologist with various academic and written achievements. She has worked as a helping professional for about 20 years. From inner city Sydney to the remote Territory outback, Julie-Anne has helped people from many walks of life with mental health problems.