Resources

Free and Confidential Counseling

• Physician Support Line (888-409-0141): confidential hotline that provides free psychiatric support for doctors
• Text HOME to 741741 (US National Crisis Text Line)
• Project Parachute: free teletherapy by volunteer psychologists for frontline health workers
• NAMI Chicago is offering free, confidential peer support groups. More info/register here.
• Free resilience coaching for you and your families:  https://www.covidcompassion.org
• Samaritans Helpline (877-273-8255): free and confidential helpline that offers support for those who are feeling concerned about themselves or others

Helpful Apps for Coping Strategies

Virtual Hope Box (free app that helps with coping developed by the Department of Veterans Affairs)

• Via Apple App store
• On Google Play
• Delightful Gratitude Journal (Free journaling resource) 
• The Covid Compassion Project (Free Resilience Coaching for you and your families)
• Your Language Matters - Tips For Talking About Suicide

 

Relaxation and Mindfulness Apps

• Headspace (free for New Yorkers and healthcare providers using your NPI number)
• Ten Percent Happier (free for healthcare providers using code HEALTHCARE)
• ZivaOnline (meditation and mindfulness, currently free for doctors and nurses)
• Meditation RX (free during the pandemic)
• Shine (COVID-specific anxiety and mental health resources)
• Calm (free meditations on different subjects, including meditations specifically for healthcare workers)
• All Mental Health (provides coping and communication skills specific to COVID-19)
• Center of Mind-Body-Med (Guided Imagery & Soft Belly Breathing)

 

Free At-Home Exercise Apps/Videos/Classes

• Down Dog Yoga App (has yoga, HIIT, barre, 7 minute workout)
• Planet Fitness (free live streamed fitness classes)
• Les Mills (tons of free home workout videos)
• Fitness Blender (free workout videos with a bunch of different styles)
• Here's a list of a bunch of at-home exercise/yoga/dance options you can try.
• Meditation Oasis (Free Podcast & Meditation Exercises)
• U of Rochester Med (Guided Meditation, Yoga, and Body Scan Audio Files)

 

Exercise Trackers/Motivators

• Sworkit
• Zombies, Run!
• Strava (running and cycling)
• Nike training app

 

Habit Changing Apps

• Streaks ($5)
• Productive
• Habithub (Android only)

 

If you are overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety

• If the situation is life-threatening, call 9-1-1 or go the nearest emergency department
• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (toll-free number 1-800-273-TALK)
• Online Lifeline Crisis Chat is free and confidential. You’ll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor in your area.
• Disaster Distress Helpline (call 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746)
• NIMH (Warning Signs of Suicide)
• #BeThe1To help someone in emotional pain - step by step

More

• Dr. Lorna Breen Heroes Foundation
• Edward Ellison, MD on Physician Burnout