What’s a good, free, web-based CBT program that might help with my depression?

Answer: Moodgym. It’s  free, anonymous and has been scientifically shown to help with mild and moderate depression.


Warning: Moodgym is designed to help mild and moderate depression, not severe depression.

From Moodgym’s website:

The information provided throughout MoodGYM is intended for information and skill development purposes only. MoodGYM is not a substitute for seeking diagnosis and treatment from a qualified person. Always consult a medical practitioner or mental health professional if you require a diagnosis or treatment for depression, anxiety or other mental disorders.


What is MoodGYM?

From Moodgym’s website:

About MoodGYM

MoodGYM is an innovative, interactive web program designed to prevent depression. It consists of five modules, an interactive game, anxiety and depression assessments, downloadable relaxation audio, a workbook and feedback assessment.

Using flashed diagrams and online exercises, MoodGYM teaches the principles of cognitive behaviour therapy – a proven treatment for depression. It also demonstrates the relationship between thoughts and emotions, and works through dealing with stress and relationship break-ups, as well as teaching relaxation and meditation techniques.

MoodGYM Frequently Asked Questions

How can I cope better with the loss of a loved one?

Answer: This online e-couch Bereavement and Loss program might help.


The program is free, but you do need to register. Click here to go to the new user page.

Here’s a description of the program from their website:


Welcome to the e-couch Bereavement & Loss program

The first part of the program is the e-couch Bereavement & Loss Information section.

Here you’ll find information about grief and loss, including what is actually happening when we experience grief, common emotional reactions to loss, and unhelpful myths and expectations about grief.

Go to the Bereavement & Loss Information Section.

The second part of the program involves ideas and self-help tools which may help with grief

A lightbulbAlthough it’s not possible to turn back the clock or remove the fact of a loss, you may find some of these ideas are useful for helping with your grief.

Go to Ideas to help with Grief
This will take you to the Bereavement & Loss self-help page.

Workbook

Your workbook is an important part of your program

Your workbook contains interactive exercises and diaries, and will become available as you progress through e-couch.

Go to my workbook

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