Mental Health & Well-Being - Smart Phone Apps

MindSHIFT

By Anxiety Disorders Association of British Columbia

MindShift will help you learn how to relax, develop more helpful ways of thinking, and identify active steps that will help you take charge of your anxiety.
This app includes strategies to deal with everyday anxiety, perfectionism, worry, panic and conflict.
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/ca/app/mindshift-cbt-anxiety-relief/id634684825(opens in new window)
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bstro.MindShift(opens in new window)

By The National Center for Telehealth and Technology

Breathe2Relax is a portable stress management tool which provides detailed information on the effects of stress on the body and instructions and practice exercises to help users learn the stress management skill called diaphragmatic breathing.
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/breathe2relax/id425720246(opens in new window)
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mil.dha.breathe2relax(opens in new window)

By Meditation Oasis

Enjoy the benefits of deep relaxation, stress relief and meditation. The app gives you the option of listening to music or nature sounds during meditation exercises.
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/take-a-break-meditations/id453857236(opens in new window)

By University of the West of England

By Calm.com

A popular app for mindfulness and meditation that promotes clarity, joy and peace to your daily life.
Topics include: Managing stress, calming anxiety, focus and concentration, gratitude and many more!
Enjoy a calmer mind with guided meditations and experience more restful sleep with Sleep Stories.
Their website is also a great resource: www.calm.com
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/calm/id571800810(opens in new window)
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.calm.android(opens in new window)

By Super Better, LLC

SuperBetter increases resilience — the ability to stay strong, motivated and optimistic even in the face of difficult obstacles.
Playing SuperBetter makes you more capable of getting through any tough situation—and more likely to achieve the goals that matter most to you.
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/superbetter-mental-health/id536634968(opens in new window)
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.superbetter.paid(opens in new window)

By Headspace meditation limited.

Meditation made simple!
Guided meditations suitable for all levels from Headspace. Meditation can help improve your focus, exercise mindful awareness, relieve anxiety and reduce stress
Apple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/headspace-sleep-meditation/id493145008(opens in new window)
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.getsomeheadspace.android(opens in new window)