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Self-help Resources

Apps

Stress and Anxiety
Breathe2relaxiOS
Android		FreeStress Management
Headspace: Meditation & SleepiOS
Android		Free with in-app purchasesphysical health, personal growth, stress management, and anxiety relief
RootdAndroidFree with in-app purchasesAnxiety and panic attacks
WoebotiOS
Android		FreeAnxiety, stress, sleep
HappifyiOS
Android		$14.99/monthStress, worry, positive thinking
Sleep
CalmiOS
Android		$12.99/monthMeditation and sleep
Abide: Bible and Sleep MeditationiOS
Android		$4.99/monthBible and sleep meditation
Depression
Mood MissioniOS
Android		FreeDepression and anxiety
Virtual Hope BoxiOS
Android		FreeDepression
Other
PTSD CoachiOS
Android		FreeDeveloped by the Department of Veterans Affairs Center for PTSD, intended for use by veterans, military personnel, and civilians experiencing symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder. It does not diagnose but does provide a way to self-assess and track symptoms
GGOC: OCD ReliefiOS
Android		Free with in-app purchasesAim is to improve OCD symptoms and assist in tracking negative thinking
Not okiOS
Android		FreeDesigned for you to enter up to 5 trusted contacts. Hit the button and they will be contacted to reach out to you.
DiveThru: Mental Health AppiOSFree, but with $9.99/month subscription optionDesigned by mental health professionals to offer small courses about various mental health concerns.

Books

  • The Body Keeps the Score – Bessel van der Kolk
  • What Happened to You? – Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey
  • It Didn’t Start With You – Mark Wolynn
  • Boundaries – Henry Cloud & John Townsend
  • Maybe You Should Talk to Someone – Lori Gottlieb
  • Why Does He Do That? – Lundy Bancroft
  • The Great Sex Rescue – Sheila Wray Gregoire
  • How Emotions are Made – Lisa Feldman Barrett
  • Atomic Habits – James Clear
  • Daring Greatly – Brene Brown
  • Grit – Angela Duckworth
  • Women & Shame – Brene Brown
  • Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work – John Gottman
  • Hold Me Tight – Sue Johnson
  • Redeeming Power – Diane Langberg
  • Attached – Rachel Heller
  • Feeling and Knowing – Antonio Damasio
  • Parenting from the Inside Out – Daniel Siegel & Mary Hartzell
  • Reinventing your Life – Jeffrey Young & Janet Klosko

Podcasts

  • The Hardcore Self Help Podcast with Duff the Psych
  • Feeling Good
  • The Happiness Lab
  • The Positive Psychology Podcast
  • Terrible, Thanks For Asking
  • Therapy for Black Girls
  • Drop In with Doctor J
  • The Mental Illness Happy Hour

Self-care

Physical:
  • Eat a healthy meal
  • Engage in exercise
  • Go for a walk
  • Drink water
  • Practice good sleep hygiene
  • Have a cup of tea
  • Sit in the sunlight
  • Take a shower or bath
Intellectual:
  • Read a book
  • Listen to a podcast
  • Try learning a new language
  • Teach others
  • Play an instrument
Emotional:
  • Allow yourself to feel
  • Start a journal
  • Do something you love daily
  • Practice self-compassion
  • Set boundaries
  • Go to therapy
  • Listen to calming music
  • Practice gratitude
Social:
  • Call or talk with a trusted friend or family member
  • Ask for help when needed
  • Join a club or organization
  • Have healthy boundaries with saying “no”
  • Develop positive connections through social media or video games
Spiritual:
  • Pray
  • Read your Bible
  • Attend church, small group, or Bible study
  • Meditation/quiet time
  • Volunteer for a meaningful cause

Websites

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