Mental Health Apps may be a temping way to get help considering therapists are in high demand with long waiting lists. What are the experts giving as guidance for Mental Health Apps?
Question - Is a Mental Health App right for you?
- They can aid people who wish to gain insights about their feelings and thoughts
- They can help facilitate the skills learned during therapy sessions
- They can teach other skills such as deep breathing
Question - Can apps become a substitute for therapy?
- NO! Especially if you have impairing symptoms
- They teach skills and provide education
- They are not stand-alone treatments. BUT can be effective when used in tandem with therapy.
Question - Are these apps regulated?
- For the most part, no.
- The Food and Drug Administration regulates a small subset of apps
- Note, just because an app is popular does not make it safe or effective
Question - What is the best way to choose an app?
- Research the website Mind Apps - Created by clinicians at Beth Israel Lahey Health in Massachusetts
- Reviews 600 apps and is updated every six month
Question - Which apps are reputable?
- Experts speak highly of of mental wellness apps developed by the federal government
- PTSD Coach
- Mindfulness Coach
- CPT Coach
Personal Insight:
- If you or someone is working through grief, try this Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/whatsyourgrief
- Designed and moderated by grief counselors. Focused on tools to manage through your grief....
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