Recommended Apps, Courses and Books
List of a variety of useful apps, mental health self help tools and books.
Problem Solving Worksheet
Worksheet to assist in identifying and de-escalating worries and problems.
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Relaxation Tip Sheet
Learning to relax is essential for coping with stress, anxiety and depression. The physical, emotional and mental benefits of relaxation have been well studied and documented. Download the relaxation tip sheet for the benefits of relaxation and ideas for how to relax.
Sleep Tip Sheet
A lack of sleep can result in irritability, inability to think clearly, and amplification of emotions and problems. Sleep is often disturbed during times of distress. Download this information sheet for some tips for improving the quality and quantity of sleep.
Relaxation Audio Track
This is a 25 minute progressive muscle relaxation recording to download to your computer, phone or listening device. Daily listening, especially before bed can improve physical and mental health, and reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression.
Getting Back to Sleep Audio Track
Insomnia can be very debilitating. This 15 minute audio track may assist with falling asleep and may also result in a less disturbed sleep.
Useful Links
Below are some useful links to websites and resources. Click on the headings to visit the websites.
Beyond Blue
Information about depression, anxiety, post natal depression and other mood disorders.
Phone: 1300 22 4636
Clinical Research Unit for Anxiety and Depression
Information about anxiety and depression.
Phone: (02) 8382 1408
Victim Assist QLD
Information and applications for assistance for victims of crime.
Kids Helpline
Telephone counselling service for children and teens 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Phone: 1800 55 1800
Reach Out
Website for adolescents offering information and support on a range of issues.
Parentline
Confidential telephone service providing professional counselling and support for parents and carers of children in Queensland and the Northern Territory. from 8am-10pm, 7 days a week.
Phone: 1300 30 1300
Lifeline
Crisis phone counselling 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.. Fact sheets and service finder online.
Phone: 13 11 14
Australian Centre for Posttraumatic Mental Health
Information about trauma and recovery.
8 Keys to Safe Trauma Recovery
The website for readers of “8 Keys to Safe Trauma Recovery: Take-charge Strategies to Empower Your Healing” by Babette Rothschild
Australian Psychological Society
Information about psychology, ethics and tip sheets on common psychological problems.
Mood Gym
Learn cognitive behaviour therapy skills for preventing and coping with depression.
Raising Children Network
Australian parenting website providing information and resources for parents of babies through to teenagers.