About James Manning
Dr James P. Manning is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist whose work focuses on anxiety, trauma, burnout, and emotional regulation. He is known for writing in a way that makes complex psychological ideas accessible and practical.
He is the author of several widely read books on cognitive behavioral therapy. His 2016 text, CBT Worksheets for CBT Therapists in Training, has been translated into multiple languages and is ranked by Shortform as among the best cognitive-behavioral therapy books of all time. It is now used internationally by CBT trainees and mental-health practitioners.
Dr Manning’s work has been recognized by multiple independent publishing awards. Deeply Human received a 2025 Best Indie Book Award (BIBA®), and a 2025 Page Turner Award. His earlier book, A Journey With Panic, earned the IndieReader Discovery Award and was later highlighted in the Huffington Post. Kirkus Reviews described it as a “quietly encouraging manual,” praising its clarity and accessibility.