Free Mental Health Apps
No-cost tools for people who aren't ready for therapy, can't afford it yet, or just want support between sessions, including mood trackers, guided self-help exercises, crisis text lines, and peer chat. None of these replace a clinician, but they lower the bar to get started.
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Free meditation app by UCLA Health with 2,000+ guided meditations available in 18+ languages.
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Free meditation and sleep app with over 100,000 guided sessions, the largest free meditation library available on any mental health platform.
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Free peer-led support groups meeting online and in-person for adults with mental health experience.
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Free eight-session peer support program designed for adults with lived mental health experience.
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Free peer support platform offering 24/7 anonymous chat with trained volunteer listeners, plus access to low-cost licensed therapy.
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Free, confidential text-based crisis support available 24/7, staffed by trained volunteer crisis counselors responding within minutes.
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CBT-based wellness app with mood tracking, guided journeys, and coping tools for anxiety and depression, backed by major insurance with substantial free feature
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AI-powered chatbot delivering CBT and DBT exercises for anxiety, stress, and sleep with free self-help tier and optional paid coaching.
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AI emotional health assistant that tracks mood and walks you through CBT-based exercises, with free daily check-ins and coping strategies.
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Free tier with games and meditations targeting anxiety, depression, and stress using positive psychology techniques.
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Free online screening tools for depression, anxiety, PTSD, and addiction with results you can share with providers.
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Completely free CBT app built by AnxietyCanada to help teens and adults manage anxiety through thought records, coping cards, and goal tracking.
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Nonprofit meditation app with 700+ free lessons for all ages, developed by clinical psychologists.
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Free trauma support app from the VA's National Center for PTSD offering education, symptom tracking, and self-help coping tools for PTSD management.
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Free DoD app teaching diaphragmatic breathing techniques to manage stress and anxiety.
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Yale-backed nonprofit app for emotional intelligence that teaches users to recognize and name emotions while accessing evidence-based coping strategies.
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Free open-source meditation app with 500+ guided meditations, no ads or account required.
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Free OCD-specific app with clinically-proven CBT and ERP exercises plus evidence-based assessment.
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Free 24/7 anonymous peer support from Mind UK where users share experiences and listen to each other.
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Free anonymous peer-to-peer chat matching users with others facing similar mental health challenges.
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Free peer community with trained moderators, self-help courses, and resources for anxiety and depression.
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Freemium mood tracker for anxiety and depression offering daily emotional check-ins, clinical screenings, and personalized psychoeducation content.
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Simple mood and habit tracker that records emotions and activities with minimal effort, then reveals patterns over time.
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Free mental health toolkit with mood tracking, CBT exercises, mindfulness, and validated assessments.
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Free meditation app with 27+ guided sessions and daily mood tracking, now part of MyLife Meditation.
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Free peer support network with chat and forums where users share and support each other through mental health challenges.
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Free access to 500+ meditations, sleep stories, and courses for stress, focus, and mental fitness.
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Free app blending CBT and ACT with interactive games, mood tracking, and breathing techniques.
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Free AI chatbot trained on psychology expertise with voice and text support plus mood tracking and exercises
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Free AI-powered mental health companion offering CBT and DBT support via voice or text with mood tracking
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Free platform with 1,000+ monthly support groups led by certified peer specialists on mental health, grief, and illness.
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Free journaling app with AI-generated prompts based on positive psychology and CBT principles.
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Free meditation app with 2+ hours of guided meditations, stress relief, and sleep sessions.
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Free AI therapist chat supporting CBT, DBT and mindfulness practices with mood tracking and conversation memory
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Nonprofit depression toolkit with validated PHQ-9 assessment, thought diary, safety plan, and instructional videos for managing depression.
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Health tracker with generous free tier that correlates mood, sleep, medication, and lifestyle factors to reveal emotional patterns.
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Free platform connecting people in crisis with trained volunteer listeners for confidential emotional support.
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Open-source free CBT thought diary using evidence-based catch-it-check-it-change-it techniques.
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Completely free app for bipolar disorder management with science-informed strategies and progress tracking.
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Free mood tracker purpose-built for bipolar disorder and depression, charting mood cycles, sleep, and medication with offline privacy.
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Free DBT-based app from UK teen mental health charity that redirects self-harm urges through timed distraction and coping activities.
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Free app combining meditation, CBT, and hypnotherapy techniques for stress relief and mindfulness.
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Free anxiety app developed with university researchers offering mood monitoring, self-help exercises, and peer support connections.
Frequently asked questions
Can these apps replace professional therapy?
No, these tools aren't a replacement for a clinician. They're designed to provide support between sessions, offer self-help exercises, or help you get started with mental health tools.
What if I'm in a crisis and need help right now?
You can use a free, confidential text-based crisis support service that's available 24/7. These services are staffed by trained volunteer crisis counselors who respond within minutes.
Are there options for people who want to talk to others with similar experiences?
Yes, you can find free peer-led support groups that meet both online and in-person. There are also platforms that offer anonymous chat with trained volunteer listeners.
Do any of these tools use specific psychological methods?
Several apps use techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to help with anxiety and depression. Other options use positive psychology or meditation to help manage stress.
How can I figure out if I should seek professional help?
You can use free online screening tools for conditions like depression, anxiety, or PTSD. These tools provide results that you can share with a healthcare provider to help guide your next steps.