Small tools for everyday wellbeing.
Explore grounding and breathing exercises, thoughtful reading, mindfulness apps, and information about the human–animal bond. These resources can offer additional support between sessions.
Grounding
5 - 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 : Notice five things you can see, four things you can touch, three things you can hear, two things you can smell, and one thing you can taste
Describe an Object : Choose a nearby item and describe it in detail. Notice the color, texture, and any other details that may have otherwise gone unnoticed
Reading
Attached - Amir Levine, M.D. and Rachel Heller, M.A.
The Happiness Trap - Russ Harris, M.D.
Getting Past Your Past - Francine Shapiro, Ph.D.
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone - Lori Gottlieb, LMFT
Breathing Skills
4 - 7 - 8 : Inhale to the count of four, hold to the count of seven, and exhale to the count of eight
Square Breathing : Inhale to the count of four, hold to the count of four, exhale to the count of four, and hold to the count of four
Apps
Finch - self care, routines, mood tracking
Headspace - guided mindfulness and stress management
Insight Timer - collection of meditations
Animals can provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support during life's challenges. While they are not a substitute for therapy or mental health treatment, the bond we share with our pets can play an important role in emotional well-being, connection, and grounding.
Explore the Human Animal Bond
American Kennel Club (AKC)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
The comfort of connection.
Note -
These resources are intended for additional support between sessions and are not a substitute for therapy or emergency care.
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