Stories are an invaluable tool for connecting with people, especially those reluctant to engage with more direct approaches. This unique resource presents ten original and emotive short stories designed to guide therapeutic work with adolescents and young adults in the classroom or consulting room by promoting emotional resilience and independent thinking. Originally developed with clients challenged by difficulties including depression, autism and eating disorders, the stories are proven in practice and supported by case studies, scripts, tableaus and activities. They tackle a wide range of specific mental health challenges such as trauma, separation, independence, rejection, hope and recovery. Each concludes with reflective questions that empower and guide young people to choose their own ending to the story - and in doing so to begin moving beyond adversity in the way that suits them best.