Emotional Support
Book Suggestions
Anxiety & Stress:
What To Do When You Worry Too Much by Dawn Huebener
Sometimes I’m Anxious by Poppy O’Neill
A Kids Book About Anxiety by Ross Szabo
How Big Are Your Worries Little Bear? by Jayneen Sanders
Body & Mindfulness
Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere by Kira Willey
Mindfulness for Little Ones: Playful Activities to Foster Empathy, Self-Awareness, and Joy in Kids by Hiedi France, Ed.D
Grief & Loss:
Slumberkins Sprite by Kelly Oriard, Callie Christensen, Theresa Thomson
Memories Matter: Activities for Grieving Children & Teen by the Dougy Center
Emotional Awareness & Self Esteem
The Way I Feel by Janan Cain
I Like Myself by Karen Beaumont
The Cat’s Got My Tongue- A Book About Shyness and Performance Anxiety by Dr. Harmony
Listening With My Heart: A Story of Kindness and Self-Compassion by Gabi Garcia
Professional Support
Reach out to one of these amazing sources for professional help:
NYC COVID Care Hotline
1-844-863-9314
Thousands of mental health professionals have signed up to provide free online mental health services to New Yorkers. Open to all NY residents.
NYC COVID Worker Care Network
For NY essential workers or the family of essential workers, this NYC-based volunteer network of 1500+ mental health professionals, life coaches, spiritual care providers, organizers, and crisis line operators ready to offer free support in this time of incredible need.
Teen Counseling
An online platform where teens from ages 13-19 can get help from a licensed therapist online. Resources also available for parents. contact@teencounseling.com
Talkspace
Online and mobile therapy company based in New York City for ages 18+.
Better Help
Online counseling and therapy services for children and adults are provided through web-based interaction as well as phone and text.
Amwell
This is a good psychiatry resource for an initial assessment for people 18+.
Pride Counseling
LGBTQ+ focused counseling for people of all ages who identify as LBGTQ+. contact@pridecounseling.com
MD Live
For assessments/intakes.
Additional Hotlines for Immediate Help:
National Suicide Prevention: 1-800-273-8255
National Alliance on Mental Illness: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
National Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
The National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233