Welcome to the Behavioral Health and Wellness Self-Help Library. On this page, you will find links that focus on behavioral health and wellness. These resources serve as additional tools for behavioral health counseling to promote wellness and support self-help. Please note that these resources are not a direct substitute for counseling.
Health & Wellness
CampusWell – a free online health and wellness magazine that is available 24/7 in your space at your pace. Education and resources are available on topics such as Body, Mind, Food, Academics, Self, Relationships, Money, Sexual Culture and more!
Soluna – a free and confidential mental health support app designed to meet Californians between the ages of 13-25 wherever they are in their journey. In the Soluna app, you’ll find a wide variety of mental health resources and tools so that you can find the support that’s right for you including: interactive tools, coaches, unique content, your digital journal, breathing exercises & meditations plus community forums.
It’s Up to Us – offers information, tools and resources on mental health topics including anxiety, depression, stress, suicide prevention and more in multiple languages.
Multicultural Stress Reduction Techniques
Palomar College professor of counseling Tom Ventimiglia demonstrates proven techniques that address stress & trauma (Meditation, NAET, Pranayama).
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
PTSD and the College Student – Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is classified under the umbrella of anxiety disorders and is characterized by anxiety-related experiences, behaviors, and physiological responses that result after an exposure to a psychologically traumatic event.
PTSD Coach Online and the PTSD Coach App – anyone who needs help with upsetting feelings including trauma survivors, their families, or anyone coping with stress can benefit.
Staying Well
Own Your Mindset – offers tips, activities and other self-care activities to support your mental health.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) – offers information on mental health and substance use with tips for living well with a mental health condition.
Take Action: Mental Health Self-Care Tips – offers education and tools related to self care and pick me ups along with mental health resources.
Stress
Stress and the College Student – this simple guide uses materials adapted from several college campuses with active stress reduction programs.
It’s Up to Us: Stress – if you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress, you’re not alone. In fact, a survey of Americans found that one-third of people are living with extreme stress. Get connected to how you’re feeling and learn about the effects of stress on your whole body.
Suicide Prevention
It’s Up to Us – resources on mental health, suicide prevention, alcohol and substance use.
Know the Signs – pain isn’t always obvious, but most suicidal people show some signs that they are thinking about suicide. If you see even one warning sign, step in or speak up.
Never a Bother – whether it’s a low point, a crisis, or something you can’t quite explain, the Never a Bother campaign provides helpful information to help prevent suicide among California youth and young adults.
Trauma
Tips for College Students: After a Disaster or Other Trauma – this fact sheet from SAMHSA helps college students cope with the mental health effects in the aftermath of trauma.
Veteran Resources
MakeTheConnection.net – connects Veterans, their family members and friends, and other advocates with mental health information, local resources, and inspiring stories of recovery. Visitors can find reliable information on how to cope with challenges such as posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, and transitioning from service. The site is free and accessible to everyone.