Resources for Mental Health
This Resources Page will continue to be updated. If we have missed any resources you think are helpful, please contact us and we will update this page after looking it over it. Categories will also be added over time.
Some resources have a client recommendation and others have a personal recommendation.
There are currently 100+ resources here. Then at least 200 more on the Amazon shop. Take your time and see what might be helpful for you or a loved one.
These resources are for both clients and therapists. The categories include: Adulting, Anxiety, Crisis, DBT, Depression, Eating Disorders, Highly Sensitive People (HSP), LGBTQIA+, New Therapists, OCD and Perfectionism, Parenting, Relationships, Self Exploration, Sex and Substance Use.
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Adulting
Books and Tools
Absolutely Not (Podcast for comedic, NSFW, real discussions on topics about life)
Armchair Expert (Podcast comprised of all shows produced by Armchair Expert aka Dax Shepard)
Goal Digger (Podcast for hacks, tips, and tricks for your dream business and life)
How to Money (Podcast for finance guidance)
Often Ambitious (Podcast for covering topics regarding women in entrepreneurship and modern society)
Oprah’s Super Soul Conversations (Podcast for guiding you through life questions to become your best self)
Skimm’d from the Couch (Podcast for advice on getting what you want out of your career)
Stuff You Should Know (Podcast for general things you should know)
The Boho Business Guide (Podcast for tips from entrepreneurs and how to live an abundant lifestyle)
https://www.flex.scoopforwork.com/ (check companies for their policies on work from home and other HR policies)
Please visit these links and go to the “Adulting” list.
https://www.amazon.com/shop/rachel_butler_counseling/list/IZ6OBRQTD3OQ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfrachel_butler_counseling_FTR0ZV2Z383VAZB1SEW1 (Fitness and Wellness)
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Anxiety
- https://quietkit.com/ (Guided Meditation for Beginners)
- https://thumbs.mic.com/MDM5NDYxMGJmMCMvd1czRURsZGxOc0FRM016WmZtZ0E4VFNRVWQ0PS9maXQtaW4vOTAweDkwMC9maWx0ZXJzOm5vX3Vwc2NhbGUoKTpxdWFsaXR5KDgwKS9odHRwOi8vaW1hZ2VzLm1pYy5jb20vZnh1NWxjNGh2d2RseXdwYmdobDU2YnV2ZGp1a2VqbXd5YnhpZXYxanRmaGlvZGNhcWtpaXR5d2N5NWFlc2dlNy5naWY.gif (**Client recommended, Great breathing GIF when anxious)
- Headspace https://apps.apple.com/us/app/headspace-meditation-sleep/id493145008 (**Personal recommendation, App for meditation)
- Calm https://apps.apple.com/us/app/calm/id571800810 (App for meditation/relaxation)
- Insight Timer https://apps.apple.com/us/app/insight-timer-meditation-app/id337472899 (App for a meditation timer)
- White Noise https://apps.apple.com/us/app/white-noise-ambience-lite/id428075504 (**Personal recommendation, App with white noise and various sounds to fall asleep)
- Trello https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trello-organize-anything/id461504587 (App for keeping things organized with projects, due dates, members involved, color coding)
- Skoller https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skoller/id1314782490 (App for keeping up with classes and assignments, specify your university, term, individual classes, chat with classmates, and check your progress in the class)
- Shine https://join.shinetext.com/ (App for stress and anxiety, articles and exercises)
- rootd https://www.rootd.io/ (App for panic attacks and anxiety, includes education and lets you specify if you feel confident in overcoming the attack or not)
- Pzizz https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pzizz-sleep-nap-focus/id915664862 (App to help you fall asleep or take a nap, set alarms, sounds, narrations, voice fades)
- Fabulous https://www.thefabulous.co/ (App for starting good habits like drinking water, set alarms)
- Strides https://apps.apple.com/us/app/strides-habit-tracker/id672401817 (App for habit tracking for health, productivity, education, money, hobbies, relationships, business)
Books
Please visit this link and go to the “Anxiety” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
BIPOC
Crisis
- https://www.crisistextline.org/ (** Personal recommendation, Text-based service for those in crisis. Fun fact: I volunteered as a Crisis Counselor for them before grad school.)
- US: TEXT 741741
- UK: TEXT 85258
- CAN: TEXT 686868
- https://www.padv.org/ (Website for those struggling with domestic violence)
- https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ (Suicide Prevention Lifeline)
- Sexual Assault Hotline 1-800-656-4673
DBT
- Breathe 2 Relax https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breathe2relax/id425720246 (App to document feelings and practice deep breathing)
- DBT Diary https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dbt-diary-card-skills-coach/id479013889 (App for recording your thoughts and actions that correlate to DBT, reminders, breathing)
- DBT Daily https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dbt-daily/id1398462276 (App for diary, practice breathing, set reminders, guided meditation)
- DBT Coach https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dbt-coach/id1452264969 (App for learning all about DBT with videos and exercises)
- Lotus Bud https://lotusbudapp.com/ (App for meditation)
- Happy Color https://apps.apple.com/us/app/happy-color-color-by-number/id1407852246 (Simple app for self-soothing)
- fluidity https://apps.apple.com/us/app/fluidity-hd/id399403909 (App for self-soothing)
- Smiling Mind https://www.smilingmind.com.au/ (App for mindfulness meditation)
Books and Tools
Mindful in Minutes (Podcast for short, weekly guided meditations)
Mental Illness Happy Hour (Podcast for talking about fears, addiction, and childhood trauma)
Please visit this link and go to the “DBT” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Anti Anxiety Notebook (use code rbcounseling5 for $5 off!)
Depression/ Grief
- https://afsp.org/campaigns/national-suicide-prevention-week-2019/ (American Foundation for Suicide Prevention)
- Suicide Lifeline 1-800-273-8255
- https://www.nami.org/ (National Alliance on Mental Health)
- https://d3mh72llnfrpe6.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/09210135/asw-english.pdf (Anti-Depression Skills Workbook)
- https://www.helpguide.org/articles/anxiety/cutting-and-self-harm.htm (Cutting/Self Harm Resource)
- Happify https://apps.apple.com/us/app/happify-for-stress-worry/id730601963 (App for sense of purpose and happiness, 2 week check-ins, exercises and track your progress through lessons)
- Grateful https://apps.apple.com/us/app/grateful-a-gratitude-journal/id1197512462 (App for identifying gratitude in journal form)
- 3 Good Things https://apps.apple.com/us/app/three-good-things-a-happiness-journal/id1242079576 (**Client recommended, Simple app for identifying 3 good things in your day)
- Moodpath https://apps.apple.com/us/app/moodpath-depression-anxiety/id1052216403 (App with exercises to fight depression)
- https://iapmd.org/toolkit (PMDD information)
- https://iapmd.org/provider-resources (PMDD information)
- https://www.cedars-sinai.org/health-library/diseases-and-conditions/p/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-pmdd.html (PMDD information)
Books and Tools
Happier (Podcast for practical advice on happiness)
Please visit this link and go to the “Depression” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Anti Anxiety Notebook (use code rbcounseling5 for $5 off!) Great for those struggling with depression too.
Podcasts
Eating Disorders
- http://www.atlantaiaedp.com/resources-for-therapists (International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals Resource Guide)
- https://www.anred.com/ (Anorexia Nervosa and Related Eating Disorders)
- https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/ (National Eating Disorders Association)
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-heaven-podcast/id1041814489?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box Food Heaven Podcast
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maintenance-phase/id1535408667?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box Maintenance Phase Podcast
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-body-grievers-club/id1514443684?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box The Body Grievers Club Podcast
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-winning-mindset/id1527733477?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box A Winning Mindset Podcast
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/food-psych-podcast-with-christy-harrison/id700512884?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box Food Psych Podcast
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shes-all-fat-a-fat-positive-podcast/id1275942047?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box She’s All Fat Podcast
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/break-the-diet-cycle/id1511086572?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box Break The Diet Cycle Podcast
Books
Please visit this link and go to the “Eating Disorders” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Emotional Intelligence
Books
Please visit this link and go to the “Emotional Intelligence” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Highly Sensitive People (HSP)
- http://hsperson.com/test/highly-sensitive-test/ (HSP quiz)
- http://hsperson.com/test/highly-sensitive-child-test/ (HSP quiz for children)
- https://www.juliebjelland.com/hsp-blog/15-facts-about-highly-sensitive-people
- https://www.expansiveheart.com/blog
- HSP Courses by Julie Bjelland Use promo code: Save50
- https://www.juliebjelland.com/hsp-blog/how-to-sleep-better
- https://www.expansiveheart.com/blog/highly-sensitive-holiday
- Letter to Give Your Mental Health and Medical Providers
- HSP Books by Julie Bjelland Use promo code: Save50
Books
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Please visit this link and go to the “Highly Sensitive People” list.
- https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
- Anti Anxiety Notebook (use code rbcounseling5 for $5 off!)
LGBTQIA+
- https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ (LGBTQIA+ friendly Crisis Line) 1-866-488-7386
- TEXT 202-304-1200
- https://translifeline.org/ (Trans Lives Crisis Line) 1-877-565-8860
- https://accessalliance.ca/programs-services/lgbtq-programs/lgbtq-resources/ (Access Alliance resources for LGBTQIA+ community)
- https://www.campusprideindex.org/ (LGBTQIA+ friendly college campuses)
- https://thesafezoneproject.com/about/ (Safe Zone resources site for training educators)
- #open https://hashtagopen.com/ (App for those looking for an inclusive, sex positive community, extremely detailed orientations, identities, pronouns, relationship statuses/types)
- www.rehabspot.com/alcohol/who-
alcoholism-affects/lgbtq- community - https://www.modernpath.net/ (Great for therapists or those looking for medical referrals for LGBTQIA+ community)
- https://nqttcn.com/en/
- https://pineapplesupport.org/ (Sex positive and adult industry educated therapy)
- https://www.renovus.org/ (Events and Groups for LGBTQ individuals wanting to work on their relationship with Christianity)
- https://www.instagram.com/kissandrideatl/ (Queer centered sex shop)
- https://lgbtqhealthcaredirectory.org/ LGBTQ+ Healthcare Directory
- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/living-in-this-queer-body/id1462086436?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podcast_box Living in this Queer Body Podcast
Books
Please visit this link and go to the “LGBTQIA+” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
New Therapists
- https://s3.amazonaws.com/sellingthecouchdownloads/Tax+Write-off+Checklist.pdf (** Personal recommendation, Extensive Tax Write-off List for Mental Health Practitioners)
- https://a-z-cheat-sheet-download.gr8.com/ (Extensive list of things to consider when going into private practice)
- https://www.yourbadasstherapypractice.com/write-psychology-today-profile/ (** Personal recommendation, Great lessons on how to have a great Psychology Today profile)
- Good Rx https://apps.apple.com/us/app/goodrx-save-on-prescriptions/id485357017 (Great app for clients that need discounts on medications)
- Genius Scan https://apps.apple.com/us/app/genius-scan-pdf-scanner/id377672876 (App for scanning worksheets with your phone)
- Mango Languages https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mango-languages/id443516516 (App for learning a new language or brushing up on an old one)
- EnneaApp https://apps.apple.com/us/app/enneaapp/id668055887 (App to understand Enneagram when clients mention their numbers)
Books and Tools
Abundant Practice Podcast (Podcast for advice on how to grow your private practice)
Private Practice Success Stories (Podcast for advice on how to build your own successful private practice)
Rebel Therapist (Podcast for advice on being a therapist entrepreneur)
Selling the Couch (Podcast for advice from successful private practice/business owners)
The Practice of the Practice (Podcast for starting your private practice)
The Private Practice Startup Podcast (Podcast for starting your private practice)
Please visit this link and go to the “New Therapists” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Anti Anxiety Notebook (use code rbcounseling5 for $5 off!)
OCD and Perfectionism
Books and Tools
The Perfectionism Project (Podcast on perfectionism advice for entrepreneurs)
Please visit this link and go to the “OCD and Perfectionism” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Anti Anxiety Notebook (use code rbcounseling5 for $5 off!)
Parenting
Books
Please visit these links and go to the “Parenting” lists.
https://www.amazon.com/shop/rachel_butler_counseling/list/670QW39C0199?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfrachel_butler_counseling_FTR0ZV2Z383VAZB1SEW1 (Parenting Children)
https://www.amazon.com/shop/rachel_butler_counseling/list/26UQSPDWH0A2H?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfrachel_butler_counseling_FTR0ZV2Z383VAZB1SEW1 (Parenting Teens)
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Podcasts
Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting
Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled
Holding Space (Podcast for expecting parents with advice from experts and parents who have been through it)
Websites
Postpartum Support International
Another one about Teens and Screentime
Coffee Shop Noises for Productivity
https://www.wnypostpartum.com/resources-for-your-clients
http://www.gahighwaysafety.
https://www.momatu.com/blog/best-baby-apps-new-parents
Sex Smart Films (Sex education videos for modern generation. I’m really impressed with this site!)
Relationships
- Relish https://hellorelish.onelink.me/YQ5e/rachelbutler (**Personal recommendation, App with easy daily exercises to strengthen your relationship)
- https://www.gottman.com/ (Research-based couples therapy method and couple checkups)
- https://www.prepare-enrich.com/webapp/pecv/home/template/DisplaySecureContent.vm;pc=1568236290501?id=pecv*home*homepage.html&xlat=Y&emb_org_id=0&emb_sch_id=0&emb_lng_code=ENGLISH (Research-based couples therapy method, geared toward premarital counseling)
- https://www.5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/ (Research-based and famous 5 Love Languages, quiz is free)
- https://www.holdmetightworkshop.com/the-heart-cards/ (Helpful card deck to build connection between partners, available in a physical card deck for purchase or via App store)
- https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gottman-card-decks/id1292398843 (Another card deck in app form, Gottman Method, 14 different card decks to improve your relationship
- Mealime https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mealime-meal-plans-recipes/id1079999103 (App for meal planning and cooking together
- Mint https://www.mint.com/ (App for budgeting and keeping track of finances in one place
- Honeydue https://apps.apple.com/us/app/honeydue-couples-finance/id1157633945 (App for couples finances, budget, bill reminders, split expenses
- YNAB https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ynab-you-need-a-budget/id1010865877 (**Client recommended app for couples finances, education, podcasts, guides, budgeting
- Cozi https://www.cozi.com/ (** Personal recommendation, Family app to keep everyone updated about grocery and to-do lists
- Love Nudge https://apps.apple.com/us/app/love-nudge-for-couples/id495326842 (App for couples relationship exercises, based on 5 love languages with reminders)
Books and Tools
The Couples Therapist Couch (Podcast about education from couples therapists, marriage counselors, and relationship coaches)
Where Should We Begin (Podcast with real couples revealing intimate, personal details with a therapist)
Tantra: The Guide to Conscious Loving (Muir)
Please visit this link and go to the “Relationships” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Self Exploration
Books and Tools
The Mindful Psychology Podcast (Podcast to help make mindfulness more accessible)
Therapy for Black Girls (Podcast for conversations about mental health and developing your best self)
The Road Back To You (Podcast for approaching life with the Enneagram)
Two Therapists and a Microphone (Podcast for gaining knowledge about yourself and the world through advice from mental health experts)
Please visit this link and go to the “Self Exploration” list.
https://www.amazon.com/shop/rachel_butler_counseling/list/8G9XEWVBXBT5?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfrachel_butler_counseling_FTR0ZV2Z383VAZB1SEW1 (Self Exploration)
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Sex
Books and Tools
Come As You Are (Nagoski)
The Whole Lesbian Sex Book (Newman)
The Gift of Sex (Penner)
Male Multiple Orgasms (Pokras)
The Ultimate Guide to Kink (Taormina)
Loving Sex: The Book of Joy and Passion (Berman)
A Heart-Pounding Guide to Passionate Sex (Buehler)
Nina Hartley’s Guide to Total Sex (Hartley)
https://www.testing.com/std-testing/georgia/#_georgia_std_testing_directory
Please visit this link and go to the “Sex” list.
https://tapto.shop/sagecounselingwellness (For Retailers Other Than Amazon)
Substance Use
- https://www.aa.org/ (Official website for Alcoholics Anonymous)
- https://www.na.org/meetingsearch/ (Official website for Narcotics Anonymous)
- https://www.findtreatment.samhsa.gov/ (Great website to find treatment centers for substance use near you)
- https://www.smartrecovery.org/ (Helpful tools for therapists and clients for recovering from substance use)
- I Am Sober https://apps.apple.com/us/app/i-am-sober/id672904239 (App for recovering from any addiction including sugar, self-harm, etc.)
- https://www.alcoholhelp.com/
- Alcoholics Anonymous in Atlanta – Lists AA meetings throughout the city.
- The Summit Wellness Group – Roswell – Highly-rated addiction treatment center located at 745 Hembree Pl, Roswell, GA 30076. Their phone number is 770-299-1677.
- Recovery in Georgia – Locally run independent addiction recovery resource that features treatment centers, support meetings, and prevention resources located throughout Georgia.
- Live Another Day – Features a curated list of the top-rated accredited drug rehab centers in Georgia.
- Georgia Overdose Prevention Project – An advocacy organization that provides free naloxone kits to Georgians through the mail.
- Opioid Overdose Rescue – 3 simple steps to save a life in the event of an opioid overdose. Includes helpful reference videos.