Counseling Resources
Our Top Picks for Mental Health Apps
Where there’s a shortage of any service, there’s an app to help ease the burden, and mental health is no different. These apps can provide immediate assistance for a child in crisis and start teaching coping skills:
SafeUT is excellent for getting help in a mental health crisis or getting anonymous help for a friend or child.
Depression
If you’re parenting a child with depression, take heart. There are abundant resources, strategies, and support options. Our counselors have curated their favorites.
ADHD
Attention and hyperactivity disorders require strategy, practice, and support to manage. Our counseling team has collected their best tips and tools here.
Anxiety
There is hope and a wide array of resources for managing anxiety. Our mental health team has collected their best tools and materials in this list.
Articles by FFP Counselors
Teen Suicide Myths and Facts
Parenting tweens and teens comes with its own set of challenges, and one of the more daunting parts is navigating the topic of suicide. We
Could my Child Have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is a treatable condition that may be difficult to recognize in children. As a stepping stone, this article lists behaviors commonly associated with OCD. Additionally, we offer advice on what to do next and treatment options.
Helping Kids and Teens Manage Anxiety
Recognizing the difference between feelings of worry and chronic anxiety in children can be difficult. Children experience a wide range of emotions and may feel overwhelmed by school, extracurricular activities, and more. This article offers tips on recognizing childhood anxiety and suggestions on treating it.
