Mental Health Resources
Check out our library of low cost and no cost mental health resources for outside the therapy office
Disclaimer: the resources listed are those which the clinicians at Mendable Psychology Inc. have found to be helpful. The opinions expressed in the resources are those of the respective authors.
The resource links are provided for convenience only and Mendable Psychology Inc. does not warrant or assume liability for the content of these resources. The information provided is as an educational resource only, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Consult with a medical or mental health professional for individual advice, assessment, and treatment.
The resources listed are not sponsored.
Anxiety Resources
Generalized Anxiety
- Website - Anxiety Canada
- Mindshift App: This app uses scientifically proven strategies based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help you learn to relax and be mindful, develop more effective ways of thinking, and use active steps to take charge of your anxiety.
- "Unwinding Anxiety" by Jud Brewer explains how to uproot anxiety at its source using brain-based techniques and small hacks accessible to anyone.
Health Anxiety
Social Anxiety
- How to be Yourself Book: Ellen’s book, How to Be Yourself is an excellent resource for social anxiety. Ellen also describes herself as a socially anxious person.
- Untangle Podcast: In episode 426 of Untangle, the hosts talk with Ellen Hendricksen about the fear of being judged or rejected, and how to manage negative thoughts. Ellen discusses many ways to quiet the inner chatter that takes us down a rabbit hole and prevents us from living life, and enjoying it, to its fullest. She shares how we can actually rewire our brains through our behavior, make changes and let go of the inner critic.
Body Image, Confidence, and Self-Compassion Resources
Body Image
Confidence
Self-Compassion
“Fierce Self-Compassion” by Kristen Neff
In Fierce Self-Compassion: How women can harness kindness to speak up, claim their power, and thrive Dr. Kristen Neff’s …
Dr. Kristin Neff is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion research and this is her website, self-compassion.org. The website offers several free resources including information, guided audio and video practices, written exercises to try, and tips for practice.
Depression & Mood Resources
Depression
- "The Upward Spiral" by Alex Korb: In The Upward Spiral, neuroscientist Alex Korb demystifies the intricate brain processes that cause depression and offers a practical and effective approach to getting better. Based on the latest research in neuroscience, this book provides dozens of straightforward tips you can do every day to rewire your brain and create an upward spiral towards a happier, healthier life.
Relationships, Boundaries & Family Dynamics Resources
Boundaries
“Set Boundaries, Find Peace” by Nedra Tawwab
Rooted in the latest research and best practices used in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), these techniques help us identify and express our needs clearly and without apology–and unravel a root problem behind codependency, power struggles, anxiety, depression, burnout, and more.
Family Dynamics
Tawwab offers clear advice for identifying dysfunctional family patterns and choosing the best path to breaking the cycle and moving forward. Covering topics ranging from the trauma of emotional neglect to the legacy of addicted or absent parents, to mental health struggles in siblings and other relatives, and more.
“Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents” by Lindsay Gibson
Gibson explores the destructive nature of parents who are emotionally immature or unavailable. This book discusses how these parents create a sense of neglect, and discover ways to heal from the pain and confusion caused by your childhood.
Parenting
“Whole Brain Child” by Dan Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
Dr. Dan Siegel and Dr. Tina Payne Bryerson teach parents the basics of attachment and neuroscience in helping parents help their children to develop emotion regulation skills.
“Raising Human Beings” by Ross Greene
Dr. Ross Greene discusses an approach termed collaborative problem solving that parents can use to cultivate better parent-child relationships while addressing concerns arising at home or school with empathy and from a non-adversarial stance.
Trauma & PTSD Resources
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
The PTSD Coach app can help you learn about and manage symptoms that often occur after trauma. Features include: information on PTSD and treatments that work; tools for screening and tracking your symptoms; convenient, easy-to-use tools to help you handle stress symptoms
National Centre for PTSD Website (US Department of Veteran’s Affairs)
The National Centre for PTSD website includes comprehensive educational information on PTSD and PTSD treatment options.
Window of Tolerance
YouTube Video – Window of Tolerance
In this Youtube video, a mental health therapist explains what is meant by ‘The Window of Tolerance’ and how it can help us emotionally regulate.
Local & Regional Resources
Helplines
Alberta’s One Line for Sexual Violence
The Association of Alberta Sexual Assault Services launched Alberta’s One Line for Sexual Violence. One Line a toll-free talk, text, and chat service that provides emotional support, information, and referral to anyone who has experienced or been impacted by sexual violence.
The Alberta Health Services Mental Health Help Line is a 24 hour, 7 day a week, 365 days a year, confidential service that provides support, information and referrals to Albertans experiencing mental health concerns.
The Distress Line is available 24/7 for those in crisis or distress or those supporting someone who is. They provide confidential, judgment-free, short-term crisis intervention, emotional support and resources to people in crisis or distress.
The Hope For Wellness Helpline is a 24/7 phone and online chat service available to all Indigenous people across Canada to access culturally competent support.
Local Organizations
There are eight PCNs in the Edmonton area. They work alongside family doctors and teams including nurses, mental health clinicians and other health professionals. PCNs may offer programs and services including free educational workshops online Alberta-wide including topics such as general health, persistent pain, anxiety, diabetes, and weight management.
Win House offers crisis intervention, safe housing, and education to individuals (women, non-binary, and children) experiencing partner or family violence. Their website also includes resources on healthy relationships and safety planning.
SACE is a not-for-profit organization in Edmonton that supports individuals who have experienced sexual abuse or assault, and educates the public about sexual violence.
