Skills Toolbox
For Students
The apps and links below are a few of the many resources available on the internet. We do not endorse these as a replacement for therapy when needed, but offer them as a first step or additional help. If you feel you are having a psychological emergency and need to speak with someone urgently, please call (202-687-6985) to be directed to the emergency phone line.
Depression and Anxiety
How can I stop worrying so much? (video)
Guided relaxation exercises (audio)
Stress management links and handouts (website)
Stress management handout (pdf)
Keep a Gratitude Journal (website)
Self-Compassion
How can I be kinder to myself? (video)
Self-compassion meditations (audio)
Write a self-compassion letter (website)
Sleep
Helpful tips about sleep hygiene (pdf)
I need help getting more sleep! (video)
Guided relaxation techniques for better sleep (website)
Emotion Regulation & Distress Tolerance
I need help coping with my distress right now (online skills list)
50 ways to take a break (poster)
Pros and cons of different coping skills (image)
Stress relief activities (image)
Vulnerability & Shame
I’m scared of being vulnerable with others (video)
It’s hard for me to take risks because I’m afraid to fail (video)
Anger Management
How can I better manage my anger? (video)
Grief
Actively Moving Forward: Great resource started by a former GU student
How can I cope with the loss of a loved one? (video)
Immigration
Immigration Law Help allows you to search for free and low-cost immigration legal services providers in all 50 states.