Coping Skills and Resources for PTSD

These resources can help you learn about trauma, explore support, and prepare questions for a clinician. Self-help tools can complement care; they do not replace an individual assessment or treatment plan.

Learn About PTSD and Treatment

VA National Center for PTSD — information about treatment options and choosing care.

National Institute of Mental Health — information about PTSD and related research.

FindTreatment.gov — a starting point for locating mental health and substance use treatment.

First Responder and Family Support

First Responder Support Network offers information about its West Coast Post-trauma Retreat, Significant Others and Spouses retreat, outreach, and peer support programs. Contact the organization directly about current eligibility, dates, costs, and program details.

Mobile Tools

PTSD Coach — visit the VA’s official page for current information and download options.

Mindfulness Coach: Apple App Store or Google Play. Review each app’s privacy information before use.

Books and Self-Help Guides

Reading to discuss with your clinician includes The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving by Pete Walker, and Waking the Tiger by Peter A. Levine. Ask your clinician whether a particular book is a useful fit for your needs.

Crisis Support

In the United States, call or text 988, or visit the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call 911 for a life-threatening emergency.

Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 in the United States.

Book Therapy

For individual, couples, or private therapy booking inquiries, email Nicole@jillpeelertherapy.com. Routine booking messages are not emergency services.