mental Health Resources

We’re committed to not just treating mental health issues but also empowering families to thrive. That’s why we’ve put together an extensive collection of mental health resources, designed to inform, educate, and inspire everyone in our community.

These resources are more than just information; they’re tools that can transform lives. Whether you’re a parent, a young person, or a caregiver, you’ll find valuable insights and practical advice to help you understand and navigate mental health challenges.

A woman with OCD seeking reassurance from her friend via text

How to Stop Reassurance Seeking in OCD: Techniques & Treatment Options

Learn how to stop reassurance seeking in OCD with five practical techniques and evidence-based ERP and CBT treatment from AMFM's specialized clinicians.
Leigh Shane
Published: 09/04/2026
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Anand Mehta, LMFT

David Asch Explains How to Navigate September Sadness

We are proud to share that David Asch, LMFT, Clinical Program Director, was featured in VICE in an article exploring “September sadness,” a temporary shift in mood that can occur as summer ends and fall begins. The piece examines how shorter days and changing routines may leave some people feeling anxious, low in energy, irritable, […]

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David Asch
David Asch
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Man having an outburst due to depression and anger

How to Deal with Depression Anger: 5 Effective Strategies

Learn 5 practical strategies to manage depression and anger, plus how AMFM's accredited, evidence-based therapies help break the cycle for lasting change.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 08/28/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, BA
Edited by: Christina Kayanan, LAADC, LMFT

Where Women Carry the Heaviest Mental Load in America

Study Reveals Where Women Carry the Heaviest Mental Load in America. The errands may eventually get done. The work of remembering them rarely does. For many women, pressure does not come from one dramatic source. It accumulates quietly: work deadlines, household bills, grocery lists, medical appointments, childcare, aging relatives and the expectation that someone will […]

Angeleena Francis
Published: 08/28/2026
Authored by: Angeleena Francis, LMHC
Edited by: Anand Mehta, LMFT
Young woman sitting quietly by a window with a faraway expression, illustrating the disconnected, detached feeling of living with dissociation.

How to Recover from Dissociation: Tips, Self-Care & Treatment Options

Learn how to recover from dissociation with grounding techniques, self-care, and proven therapy options, plus how AMFM supports lasting healing.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 08/18/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, BA
Edited by: Isaac Reed, AMFT

America’s Most Stressful School Runs

Study Reveals America’s Most Stressful School Runs – and the Morning Habits Pushing Parents to the Brink. As families across the U.S. prepare for the new school year, parents are bracing themselves for more than packed lunches, early alarms and last-minute searches for missing shoes. The return to the classroom also means the return of […]

Angeleena Francis
Published: 08/12/2026
Authored by: Angeleena Francis, LMHC
Edited by: Anand Mehta, LMFT
Exhausted young woman resting on a soft couch with a blanket and a water glass nearby, recovering quietly after an intense panic attack at home.

How to Recover from a Panic Attack Hangover: Tips & Treatment Options

Learn how to recover from a panic attack hangover with practical tips, calming techniques, and effective treatment options for lasting mental wellness.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 08/04/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, BA
Edited by: Anand Mehta, LMFT

Summer Served: Summer Foods that Feel Like Home

Summer Served: Survey Reveals the Summer Foods That Feel Most Like Home in Every State Some summer dishes carry far more weight than their ingredients suggest. The smell of barbecue can transport someone straight back to a family cookout, while peach cobbler, crab cakes or blueberry pie may bring to mind childhood vacations, crowded kitchens […]

Angeleena Francis
Published: 08/04/2026
Authored by: Angeleena Francis, LMHC
Edited by: Anand Mehta, LMFT
Young adult sitting on the edge of a bed with hands clutched to chest, eyes closed, breathing deeply through a panic attack in a softly lit bedroom.

5 Stages of Panic Attacks (and How They Feel)

Learn the 5 stages of panic attacks and how they feel. Find out what happens in your body and mind, plus tips to manage each stage with confidence.
Leigh Shane
Published: 07/30/2026
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Christina Kayanan, LAADC, LMFT

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