Emotional Support

Book Suggestions

Anxiety & Stress:
What To Do When You Worry Too Much by Dawn Huebener
Sometimes I’m Anxious by Poppy O’Neill
A Kids Book About Anxiety by Ross Szabo
How Big Are Your Worries Little Bear? by Jayneen Sanders

Body & Mindfulness
Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere by Kira Willey
Mindfulness for Little Ones: Playful Activities to Foster Empathy, Self-Awareness, and Joy in Kids by Hiedi France, Ed.D

Grief & Loss:
Slumberkins Sprite by Kelly Oriard, Callie Christensen, Theresa Thomson
Memories Matter: Activities for Grieving Children & Teen by the Dougy Center

Emotional Awareness & Self Esteem
The Way I Feel by Janan Cain
I Like Myself by Karen Beaumont
The Cat’s Got My Tongue- A Book About Shyness and Performance Anxiety by Dr. Harmony
Listening With My Heart: A Story of Kindness and Self-Compassion by Gabi Garcia

Professional Support

Reach out to one of these amazing sources for professional help:

Teen Counseling
An online platform where teens from ages 13-19 can get help from a licensed therapist online. Resources also available for parents. contact@teencounseling.com

Talkspace
Online and mobile therapy company based in New York City for ages 18+.

Better Help
Online counseling and therapy services for children and adults are provided through web-based interaction as well as phone and text.

Amwell
This is a good psychiatry resource for an initial assessment for people 18+.

Pride Counseling
LGBTQ+ focused counseling for people of all ages who identify as LBGTQ+. contact@pridecounseling.com

Additional Hotlines for Immediate Help:

National Suicide Prevention: 1-800-273-8255
National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
National Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
The National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233