Using Music As A Tool: Your Mental Mix Playlist

We believe music is a powerful tool for healing. It helps us feel less alone, gives voice to emotions that are hard to put into words, and allows us to process feelings in a safe and creative way. Listening to or creating music can be a form of self-expression, reflection, and connection whether you’re celebrating growth, working through pain, or simply taking a moment to breathe. That’s why we’ve curated a selection of songs and playlists that explore mental health, resilience, and emotional wellness, so you can use music as a companion on your journey toward healing.

Apple Music

It's your time to heal. Let's rewrite your mental soundtrack.

It's your time to heal. Let's rewrite your mental soundtrack.

Resources

If you’re experiencing a mental health crisis and feel like you could be a threat to yourself, call 911 right away. Emergency responders can help ensure your immediate safety and connect you with the support you need.

Crisis & Immediate Support

  • 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (U.S.) – Call or text 988 or chat via 988lifeline.org

  • Crisis Text Line – Text HOME to 741741 (U.S. & Canada)

  • National Domestic Violence Hotline – Call 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788

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Trauma & PTSD Resources

  • National Center for PTSD – ptsd.va.gov

  • Sidran Institute – Resources for trauma survivors and dissociation: sidran.org

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Mental Health & Emotional Support

  • NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) – nami.org (education, support groups, helpline: 1-800-950-NAMI)

  • Mental Health America – mhanational.org (screenings, resources, self-help guides)

  • Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA) – adaa.org

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Self-Care & Mindfulness

  • Headspace – headspace.com (guided meditation & mindfulness apps)

  • Calm – calm.com (sleep, relaxation, and stress management tools)

  • Insight Timer – insighttimer.com (free meditations and relaxation exercises)

  • Finch (App) – A self-care app that helps users build healthy habits and boost emotional well-being through daily check-ins. A virtual pet grows as you practice self-care, making mindfulness and goal tracking fun and rewarding.

Support for Life Transitions & Women’s Mental Health

  • Postpartum Support International (PSI) – postpartum.net (support for perinatal mental health and transitions)

  • The Mighty – themighty.com (community stories & mental health articles)

  • Modern Health Resources – modernhealth.com/resources (articles on women’s mental health, work-life balance, transitions)

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Support for LGBTQ+ Community

  • The Trevor Project- Call 1-866-488-7386 | Text START to 678-678 | thetrevorproject.org
    - Crisis intervention and suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth under 25.

  • Trans Lifeline- U.S. 877-565-8860 | Canada 877-330-6366 | translifeline.org
    - Peer-run helpline offering emotional and financial support for trans and nonbinary people.

  • LGBT National Help Center- 1-888-843-4564 (all ages) | 1-800-246-7743 (youth) | lgbthotline.org
    - Free, confidential peer support for the LGBTQ+ community.

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Support for Men’s Mental Health

  • HeadsUpGuys – headsupguys.org
    - A leading resource for men’s depression, offering self-check tools, stories, and strategies to support mental resilience.

  • Men’s Health Network – menshealthnetwork.org
    - National nonprofit providing health education, advocacy, and screenings for men and boys.

  • Movember – movember.com
    - Global movement focused on men’s mental health, suicide prevention, and prostate/testicular cancer awareness.

  • The Good Men Project – goodmenproject.com
    - Online community discussing mental health, masculinity, and relationships through real stories and articles.