Resources

A podcast that got me through some of my dark days of grief, Nora McInerny tells it like it is and holds space for others to do the same. No sugarcoating, No BS, just raw emotion on various losses and harships.

terrible, thanks for asking

A book that I have read again and again, The Gifts by Brene Brown offers readers 10 guideposts to wholehearted living and welcomes in authenticity and worthiness. 

The Gifts of imperfection

Authored by Peter Levine, Waking the Tiger is a great resource to gain insight on trauma, the affects on the body, and ways to begin to heal.

Waking the tiger

Get your own stress relief pocket toolkit through the Sisu App. Sisu can help with managing anxiety, panic, and stress and is all accessible at your fingertips!

Sisu

Express your mood with music on the Cove App! Click below to download the free App directly to your phone. 

COVE

The Calm App is the #1 App for Sleep, Meditation, and Relaxation. With offers like guided meditation, relaxing music and calming sounds, and Sleep Stories, Calm is packed with ways to help you relax.

calm

Trying to practice those breathing techniques your therapist is always referencing? Try this App to learn more and begin to regulate your stress and improve your mood.

breathwrk

AATA's mission is focused on advancing the career of art therapy and building community support for art therapists. If you are interested in learning more about art therapy or finding more art therapists, check this page out!

American Art Therapy Association

NAMI is a national non-profit organization that aims to educate, support, and advocate for those with mental illness and their caregivers. 

National alliance on mental illness

NEDA is a non-profit organization focused on supporting individuals and families affected by disordered eating. NEDA offers community engagement events, educational materials as well as resources for prevention.

national eating disorders association

A Non-profit organization offering suicide prevention & crisis intervention support for LGBTQ young people, as well as advocacy, research, & educational tools 

The Trevor Project

Locate county specific Crisis Intervention support with the link below. Also dial 988 to contact the suicide helpline for 24/7 mental health support. Or Text 'HOME' to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line.

crisis intervention

Information on suicide, suicide prevention, and resources for those who have lost a loved one due to suicide.

Jenny Lawson will definitely make you laugh, scratch your head, maybe cry, and feel "normal" (whatever that is). If you want a book thats author isn't afraid to go there, this is your book. She published what others may only think.

Let's pretend this never happened

Hosted by Dr. Laurie Santos, The Happiness Lab explores what truly makes us happy & how to cultivate more. Backed by scientific research, topics include anxiety, social media, the "meh" feeling, and so much more.

The happiness lab

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

From the Department of Veteran Affairs, there is a lot of information on PTSD and providers that serve those struggling with trauma, and their families. Self-help & coping tools are located under the Get Help tab! 

A organization founded on the advocacy for transgender equality in Washington, DC, Here you can access important information about and for transgender people and their allies, and information on your rights and current advocacy.

National center for transgender equality

Information for survivors, providers, friends, families, & communities on how to prevent and respond to issues of sexual violence.

national sexual violence resource center

National center for ptsd

Set boundaries, find peace: a guide for reclaiming yourself

Support for anyone that has or is currently experiencing Domestic Violence. Information on identifying abuse and creating safety also available.

national domestic violence hotline

If you have suffered loss, are in the throws of grief,  & want real validation for how OK it is that you are NOT OK, Megan Devine is your girl! This is the "grief" book I didn't know I needed and I'm so glad I found it.

It's ok that you're not ok

Authored by licensed counselor & relationship expert, Nedra Glover Tawwab. This book & workbook are full of all things boundaries and an excellent resource for learning how boundaries impact your life & relationships.