more resources
websites
The Mighty
A safe, supportive community for people facing health challenges and the people who care for them
Healthline’s list of the 10 best free online therapy sites
Inclusive Therapists
Equal access mental healthcare that “celebrates all identities and abilities in all bodies.”
Melanin & Mental Health
Website, online directory, “Between Sessions” podcast & events serving the mental health needs of Black and Latinx/Hispanic communities
National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network
Healing justice organization committed to transforming mental health for queer and trans people of color
Sources of Strength
Suicide prevention program that uses Peer Leaders to enhance protective factors associated with reducing suicide among youth
Therapy Den
National directory of therapists and art therapists
The Shadow Project
Resources for children with learning or attention challenges
The Shift
A multi-platform docuseries and social movement to erase the stigma around youth mental health
WorryWiseKids
Online resource for parents of kids experiencing anxiety
books & articles
Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life (for Teens): A Guide to Living An Extraordinary Life
A guide to handling tough emotions with grace, strength, and dignity.
Influences of Cultural Differences in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Anxiety & Depression from the Anxiety & Depression Association of America
Mindsight
A book by award-winning educator and psychotherapist Dan Siegel on the healing power of “mindsight,” the potent skill that allows you to make positive changes in your brain and life
Overthinking worriers are probably creative geniuses, research finds
Good news! Researchers at King’s College, London have found a connection between worrying and an incredibly developed and creative mind.
Pity Party
by OK You Founder, Kathleen Lane
“An absurd, funny, and thought-provoking” book perfect for anyone who has ever felt socially awkward or inadequate.” —Louis Sachar, author of Holes and the Wayside School series
Playing with Anxiety
A book, narrated by 14-year-old Casey, that teaches kids and teens strategies for handling their worries and recognizing the powerful tricks of anxiety
Relieve your anxiety by singing it
Some therapists have found that singing our worries can make them feel less heavy. Give it a try with our Sing Your Worries project.
“Sculpting a Less-Anxious Brain”
An article by Kathleen Smith with summary of suggestions from Dr. Dan Siegel of the Mindsight Institute
Superpowered
A book by Renee Jain (GoZen) and Shefali Tsabary on transforming anxiety into courage, confidence and resilience
The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness
An investigation into the collapse of youth mental health-and a plan for a healthier, freer childhood by New York Times bestselling coauthor of The Coddling of the American Mind
The Power of Different: The Link Between Disorder and Genius
Discover how the source of our struggles can be the origin of our greatest strengths
Social media
Anxiety Positive
Mental health advocate and artist shares affirming, strengh-based inspiration for making friends with our emotions
Dr. T
School Psychologist and “advocate for the advocates” shares mental health resources, inspiration, and self-care strategies for educators
Keep Kids Busy
Activities from around the world for parents, caretakers, and Educators. Active minds and bodies = inner wellness!
Molly_Teacher
Guiding parents & teachers to inspire kids with creative DIYs & fun learning
Worry Lines
An artist shares the experience of “being a nervous person in an anxiety-inducing world” through drawings inspired by big feelings
podcasts & videos
The Healing Power of Art (MoMA)
Listen to meditations, reflections and somatic exercises around art and wellbeing
Best Mental Health Podcasts
A list of ideas from Verywell Mind
Create Your Own OK
OK You’s own YouTube channel is filled with art+wellness projects and inspiration, from cartooning to painting to storytelling to dance
Fighting Fear with Kevin Ashworth
Videos hosted by the Clinical Director of the NW Anxiety Institute
Heartbreak to Art
Dancers, musicians, painters, and poets share how art saw them through life’s most challenging times.
On Our Minds with Noah & Zion
A podcast on mental health made by and for teens. Hosted by high school students Noah Konevitch and Zion Williams, On Our Minds features personal stories from students across the United States, and conversations with experts about mental health issues like anxiety, depression, isolation and more.
The Healing Power of Art & Artists
A global community of artists, advocates, and writers dedicated to raising awareness about how art serves as a positive catalyst for enhancing the well-being of individuals, society and the environment
The Shift
A multi-platform docuseries and social movement to erase the stigma around youth mental health
Therapy For Black Girls Podcast
A weekly chat about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we make to become the best possible versions of ourselves
“Your mind is your own, and it’s free”
Learn about your inner superpower from Mara Gleason. Hint: It’s a superpower that we all have, and when uncovered, makes us a powerful force for peace in the world.
apps
AnxietyBC
Calming visualizations and AnxietyBC Youth stories, inspiration, encouragement for teens by teens
Best Mental Health Apps, according to PSYCOM
Calm
Mindfulness tools for teachers
DreamyKid
Issue-specific meditations
Headspace
Meditations for hundreds of situations, from stress to sleep
Mindshift
Meditations and other tools for teens & young adults
SAM: Self-Help for Anxiety Management
An app for understanding and managing anxiety
Smiling Mind
Mindfulness curriculum & appmental
Professional learning
UCLA Arts & Healing
Social-emotional arts resources, programs, and professional development opportunities.
HOPE (Healing Online for People Everywhere)
Free social-emotional arts learning series from UCLA Arts & Healing
NAMI
National Alliance on Mental Health — 600+ local affiliates working at the community-level to raise awareness and provide support, education, resources, and crisis intervention