Practical Resources
We have devoted this section of our site to some cool stuff we have picked up on our journey.
We hope you enjoy them as much as we have!
Disclaimer: All of these tips and tricks are great supplements to your counseling work, but cannot replace the value of individual counseling support!
Good Reads
Education
The Importance of Validation
Beyond Trauma Podcast
Parent Education
"The Science of Well-being for Teens" - Free Yale Course
Coping Tool Box
Loop Earplugs
Secret Garden Coloring Book
Fidget Rings
Quilled Mandalas
Calm Strips
Make & Paint Your Own Ceramics
Video Guides
4-7-8 Breathing Exercise
Progress Muscle Relaxation Video (for everyone!)
Body Scan Meditation
Progress Muscle Relaxation Video (good for kids!)
Leaves on a Stream Meditation Video
Apps
Forest (Focus & Studying)
Daylio (Daily Self Check-In)
Clear Fear (Anxiety)
Finch (Self-Care)
Calm (Sleep, Relaxation, & Meditation)
Headspace (Mindful Meditation)
Stoic. (Mood & Goals Tracker)
Calm Harm (Self-Harm Recovery)