Self-Help & Resources

The self-help resources listed here are favorites of the therapists at CAPS. Check out the menu to the left for more specific recommendations for managing stress, sleep, and more.

Self-Care Kit

Support your growth and well-being with this CAPS guide to self-care.

H.E.R Space Podcast

If you’re a black woman or a woman of color looking for an extra dose of inspiration, listen to the H.E.R (Healing, Empowerment, Resilience) Space Podcast. Co-hosted by CAPS therapist Dr. Dominique Broussard.

"That Discomfort You’re Feeling is Grief"

Read this article about “ambiguous loss” and how it relates to our experiences during COVID-19.

Self-Compassion.org

Treat yourself with loving-kindness by practicing these research-based exercises.

PsychCentral.com

Learn about common psychological conditions and take quizzes to learn more about your symptoms.

Headspace

A mindfulness app with guided meditations to improve your focus and well-being. Listen to 10 free meditations or gain full access for $10/year.

The Homecoming Podcast with Dr. Thema

Hosted by psychologist and minister Dr. Thema Bryant-Davis, this is a podcast to facilitate your journey home to yourself with inspiration and health tips.

The Space Between Self-Compassion & Self-Esteem

Psychologist Kristin Neff, Ph.D., discusses her life-changing research on self-compassion.

The Power of Vulnerability

Brené Brown studies human connection—our ability to empathize, belong, love. In this talk, she shares an insight from her research.

Coping with Socio-Political Stress

Quarantining in Unsupportive Environments

Self-Care Strategies for Resilience

self care

Helpful Resources

helpful resources

Zoom Fatigue

zoom

Optimism

Optimmism

Gratitude

Eating Disorders

Virtual OA Group: Offers immense support and help to new members of the 12-step program, contains a wealth of strong recovery & available sponsors, and explicitly rejects harmful diet-culture/meal plan, sizeism etc. Visit oabigbooksolutiongroup.org for details.

Virtual OA Group Email
12-Step Email Contact Email

Active Minds Chapter

Active Minds

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Holiday Stress

holidays

During business hours, call 415-422-6352 for appointments/ rescheduling, consultation, and crisis services. Limited early evening meetings available by appointment only. Email is intended for answering questions only, not scheduling.

Outside of business hours, 24/7, including weekends and holidays, call CAPS All Hours at (855) 531-0761 for crisis and consultation only (no scheduling; accepts international calls as well).

Gillson Hall, Lower Level
2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA 94117

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm