When most people think of therapy, they picture someone in crisis: a painful breakup, a loss, or deep emotional distress. And yes—therapy can be life-changing in those moments. But it’s just as valuable when things are... fine.

As summer fades and routines return, la rentrée offers more than a shift back to work or school—it’s a quiet invitation to begin again. In this post, therapist Christine Forte reflects on the energy of early autumn and how we can use this transitional season to realign, set intentions, and cultivate meaningful change.

Clients often ask me for book recommendations, which got me thinking—it might be helpful to share notes, summaries, and reflection questions from the books I find most valuable. These are the ones that deepen our understanding of ourselves and support personal growth.