Resources

Free Mental Health Apps and Websites

CLICK HERE for a video that will teach you how to perform a “one-moment meditation”

CLICK HERE for a video that provides soothing imagery and music to help you fall asleep

Breathe2Relax is a portable stress management tool which provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body and instructions and practice exercises to help users learn the stress management skill called diaphragmatic breathing. Breathing exercises have been documented to decrease the body’s ‘fight-or-flight’ (stress) response, and help with mood stabilization, anger control, and anxiety management. The app is available for free on both iOS and Android devices click for iOS | click for Android

PTSD Coach was designed for those who have, or may have, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This app provides you with education about PTSD, information about professional care, a self-assessment for PTSD, opportunities to find support, and tools that can help you manage the stresses of daily life with PTSD. Tools range from relaxation skills and positive self-talk to anger management and other common self-help strategies. You can customize tools based on your preferences and can integrate your own contacts, photos, and music. This app can be used by people who are in treatment as well as those who are not. PTSD Coach was created by VA’s National Center for PTSD and DoD’s National Center for Telehealth & Technology. The app is available for free on both iOS and Android devices. click for iOS | click for Android

Self-help for Anxiety Management (SAM) is a friendly app that offers a range of self-help methods for people who are serious about learning to manage their anxiety. SAM has been developed by a university team of psychologists, computer scientists and student users. Established methods of self-help have been combined with high standards of usability to provide an engaging, flexible, and practical resource. The app is available for free on both iOS and Android devices.click for iOS | click for Android

The following sites offer free exercises for those suffering from mild to moderate cognitive impairment. To stimulate the brain’s problem-solving skills, we recommend Games for the Brain.

Additional games can be found at:

Online Sudoku Puzzles

Word Search Puzzles

Crossword Puzzles

Online Mental Health Resources:

Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Mental Health Association of New York State