If you are not ready for therapy or can’t afford therapy at the moment, we definitely understand. We want to provide some resources for you in the meantime.
We created a list of resources to address a variety of issues that may help you. Feel free to refer to this list. If you are are in crisis situation, we created a list of helpful numbers that you can access by clicking here.
Since we live in the age of technology, we are able to access many virtual resources. Most of them are free or have free trials. We are not affiliated with any of these apps. If you are in crisis or highly distressed, we highly recommend seeking immediate mental health services by a licensed mental health professional instead of these apps.
Alcohol Use
Anxiety/Depression
Happify: For Stress & Worry (de-stressing games)
Chronic Pain
Crisis
Couples
COVID
Eating Disorder
Emotional Support
Insomnia
Journal
Mindfulness (including breathing exercises)
Positive Affirmations
PTSD
If you want to explore more mental health apps, this site reviewed the best mental health apps of 2021: https://www.verywellmind.com/best-mental-health-apps-4692902
If and when you are ready for therapy, we are here. We sometimes use apps as an adjunct to therapy as well. Feel free to reach out to us through our site when you are ready for therapy. We wish you the best of luck on your mental health journey.
Stay tuned. The next topic is "Supporting your loved one with mental health concerns."
Written by Elena Duong, Psy.D.
Edited by Susanna La, Ph.D.