"College Corner" by Bailey Woods

Mental Health Apps to Keep You Healthy in Isolation

While The Way Ahead Counseling, PLLC. is only able to serve Michigan patients, those both in the state and outside of it can always benefit from therapy. This article is both for our patients, who may benefit from a little extra help in these troubling times, and our out of state friends- for while we can’t be your therapy source, we want you to be as mentally well as possible, especially if you are unable to pursue therapy at this time. I’ve divided a few apps by how they can help. Also, do note that while these apps can be of great help in this time, I do recommend pursuing mental health help with a therapist when/if you are able to:

WHAT'S UP

WHATS UP is a free app that utilizes both CBT and ACT therapy to create an easy to use experience for users, both emphasizing positivity and helping control the negative. This app utilizes positive metaphors, a comprehensive diary, forums, a habit tracker (for both positive and negative habits!), grounding games, breathing exercises- and maybe best of all, it’s password protected, so your therapy can stay yours. The app includes even more features, and is rated 4.5 stars!

(Free; IOS and Android)

MOODKIT

MOODKIT is a CBT app that seems to “have it all” in tools for users, and features a very modern, navigable interface. Features of this app include over 200 activities, IOS calendar integration, mood charts, thought guidance, and four major “tools”,
Activities: Activities geared to reduce negative feelings and enhance well-being
Thought Checker: helps you manage negative feelings and change how you view problems
Mood Tracker: Chart daily ratings of your mood
Journal: Create, save, and export Journal entries

($4.99; IOS)

HAPPIFY

HAPPIFY is created to help you with negative thoughts, stress, and everything that life can bring. This app has both a free and paid version, and utilizes over 70 “goal tracks”, each tailored to help with a certain specialty, such as stress coping, conquering negative thoughts, meditation, and more. While I usually harbor a passionate disgust for any app that charges yearly subscriptions, this app has been rated by many psychologists and users to be one of the most effective platforms out there (https://www.psyberguide.org/apps/). (Free; IOS and Android)

SANVELLO

SANVELLO is currently offering free premium access during COVID-19, so now is your chance to take advantage of all of the features of this app! Also, once the COVID-19 crisis eventually comes to a close, the premium app is covered by many insurance plans- you can see if yours is applicable in the app. This app certainly makes large promises, as it is utilized by over 3 million users, averages a 4.8 app store rating from about 6,900 reviews, and is rated #47 in Medical apps. Features of this app include daily mood tracking, mental health “master classes”, mental health tools, progress assessments, a community of other users, and apple health integration!

(Free; IOS and Android)

SOURCES AND FURTHER READING:

https://www.psycom.net/25-best-mental-health-apps

https://www.psyberguide.org/apps/

Photos courtesy of Apple app store.ZZ

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