Therapy is a great resource to get help and to release stress and frustrations. Unfortunately, not everyone has access to it, be it because of the cost or physically getting there. On the bright side, we live in a day and age where we (literally) have the world at our fingertips. There are tons of mental health and wellness apps that can help with back-to-school anxiety, and I’ve got you covered with a few that can help ease your mind.
Headspace
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. If you feel overwhelmed by the world around you, Headspace is a great app to step out of the moment. It was created to help users practice mindfulness and meditation in different areas, like work, kids, sleep, focus, stress and anxiety. Its guided meditations can also help with insomnia. The app is free to download and includes special packages for purchase.
Calm
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. If Calm sounds familiar to you, odds are you’ve heard guided meditations narrated by your fave celebs like Shawn Mendes and Harry Styles. While Calm has tons of meditation modules for sleep, focusing and anxiety, it also has features for relaxing music and nature sounds. The app is free and tracks daily streaks and time spent meditating, which is great for beginners. Some subscriptions and series within the app may come at an additional cost.
BetterHelp
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. BetterHelp is a subscription service that gives users access to online counseling and therapy services with licensed, trained, experienced, and accredited psychologists.
BetterHelp is an affordable option for those who aren’t able to see a therapist in person. The cost of counseling through BetterHelp ranges from $60 to $90 per week and is billed every four weeks.
DiveThru
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. DiveThru has a ton of mental health resources that are easy to understand — you won’t find any academic or scientific jargon here. While the app works with licensed mental health professionals, everything is super relatable and feels like you’re catching up with a friend. “DiveThru whatever you’re going thru” by checking out their resources specially made for students.
Sanvello
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Created in collaboration with therapists, doctors and researchers, Sanvello is a health and wellness app that gives on-demand access to high-quality virtual coaching, therapy, meditations and more. The app is free to download and is even integrated into the health care system, which means it takes health insurance and includes primary care doctors.
MindShift
You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. Developed by the Anxiety Canada Association, MindShift is a free self-help anxiety relief app that helps reduce worry, stress and panic by providing a thought journal, coping cards, guided meditations and daily mental health check-ins.
Happify
Happify’s techniques are based on evidence provided by psychologists, researchers and clinicians. Happify helps users take control back of their thoughts and emotions by providing thought-provoking activities and brain games to help them take their minds off of what’s worrying them. The app is free to download, but it costs $11.99 a month to access more advanced options and details.
