New Family Estrangement Book!
I’m pleased to announcement my newest book:
Cutting Ties with Your Parents
A Workbook to Help Adult Children Make Peace with Their Decision, Heal Emotional Wounds, and Move Forward with Their Lives
Going No Contact with Parent: A Guide for Adult Children
They say that family comes first, but it shouldn’t be at the expense of your mental health, happiness, or future. If you’ve decided to cut ties, this book will help you confirm that you’ve made the right choice and give you the tools you need to live your life with confidence.
Estrangement from one or both parents—even by choice—can take a huge emotional and psychological toll. If you have cut ties with a parent, you may have lingering feelings of anger, loneliness, guilt, and shame. You may question or second-guess your decision. And you may have trouble setting or keeping boundaries with your parent, as well as others in your life. This workbook offers evidence-based skills to help you heal the emotional wounds of your past, so you can finally move forward.
With this compassionate book, you’ll identify the reasons why you cut ties, so you can accept and feel validated in your decision. You’ll discover powerful tools to help you manage intense emotions, develop healthy coping strategies, and build a lasting and trustworthy support network. Most importantly, you’ll learn to cultivate self-compassion and live your life authentically—on your own terms.
This family estrangement book also provides step-by-step guidance to:
- Grieve your losses and release guilt, anxiety, shame, and anger
- Understand and overcome the effects of difficult family relationships
- Manage difficult days and occasions like holidays, weddings, and funerals
- Maintain boundaries and build healthy relationships
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Family Estrangement Book Reviews
“What strikes me most about Martin’s approach is how she holds both the emotional weight of estrangement and the practical need for concrete next steps. She gets it – this isn’t just about making a decision, it’s about navigating waves of grief, guilt, and uncertainty while trying to build a stable foundation for yourself…For anyone realizing that their path to healing might require creating distance from parents who’ve caused harm – you’re not alone. This workbook offers both compass and companion for that complex journey.” —Annie Wright, LMFT, psychotherapist and relational trauma expert
Family estrangement isn’t a single choice—it’s a journey. One that requires intention, clarity, and a clear roadmap to navigate the loss, the tough conversations, the self-doubt, and the path toward peace. And Sharon is the exact person you want guiding you through it. With wisdom, warmth, and a deep understanding of the emotional weight of this process, she offers invaluable insights and researched-backed strategies to help you find strength in your boundaries and compassion for yourself…That’s why I’ll be recommending Sharon Martin’s workbook to my clients who are facing the grief, guilt, and deep longing that come with letting go of family relationships. ” —Bree Bonchay, LCSW, therapist and founder of World Narcissistic Awareness Day
“Dr. Martin provides actionable tools to help you process the heaviness of it all. Her compassionate approach gently guides you through the emotional minefield of grief, self-doubt, and acceptance, helping you make peace with your decision while grieving the parent you never had. This workbook isn’t just about validating your choice, it’s about rebuilding yourself in the aftermath. It’s practical, piercing, and full of wisdom—like having a trusted friend beside you, helping you reclaim your sense of self, and find freedom from the emotional weight that’s been holding you back. If you’re struggling with this decision or navigating the emotional fallout, this workbook is essential.” —Taylor Damiani, PhD, psychologist and narcissistic abuse recovery expert
“Sharon Martin’s Cutting Ties with Your Parents is an indispensable resource for anyone grappling with the difficult decision to sever ties with abusive parents. Martin provides a step-by-step guide to navigating the complex emotions and practical considerations involved in this courageous choice. This workbook is a road map for healing and empowerment, but also a beacon of hope for those seeking to reclaim their lives and prioritize their well-being.”
—Tracy A. Malone, best-selling author, international coach specializing in narcissistic abuse
About Sharon Martin, DSW, LCSW
I am a licensed psychotherapist, author, and relationship expert. Through my writing, coaching, and counseling, I’ve helped hundreds of individuals who struggle with difficult family relationships, codependency, shame, and low self-worth.
I believe that your mental health and well-being matter–and I’m passionate about spreading the word that distancing yourself from emotionally immature people and toxic relationships can be a healthy choice and you needn’t feel guilty about taking care of yourself!