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PTSD & Veteran Mental Health Apps

The VA’s mental health toolkit for veterans, service members, and military families. PTSD recovery, sleep, anger, chronic pain, TBI, smoking cessation, and crisis support — all in one place.

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Concussion Coach

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
Concussion Coach helps Veterans and others with mild traumatic brain injury manage post-concussive symptoms through education, trackers, and evidence-based self-management tools.
US Department of Veterans AffairsClinical Tools & Monitoring
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PTSD Coach

FreeiOS Android
4 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
Self-management app for PTSD offering education, symptom tracking, and evidence-based coping tools, significantly improving symptoms compared to control groups.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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PTSD Family Coach

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
Self-management app for PTSD family members offering psychoeducation and stress-management tools to support loved ones and cope.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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STAIR Coach

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
STAIR Coach teaches emotion management and relationship skills through evidence-based psychotherapy for individuals affected by traumatic experiences.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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VetChange

FreeiOS Android
3 publications
Evidence Tier:CLINICAL GRADE
VetChange helps veterans reduce problematic alcohol use and PTSD symptoms using motivational and cognitive-behavioral tools, with proven effectiveness in clinical trials.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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AIMS for Anger Management

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Self-help app for Veterans and Service members to manage anger through education, symptom tracking, and personalized coping strategies.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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CBT-i Coach

FreeiOS Android
5 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
CBT-i Coach delivers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia through a mobile app, improving sleep habits either standalone or supplementing therapy.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Insomnia Coach

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Insomnia Coach delivers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia through guided multi-week training for Veterans and others with sleep difficulties.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Mindfulness Coach

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Self-guided mindfulness training app helping Veterans and public manage stress, anxiety, and PTSD symptoms through evidence-based techniques.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Pain Coach by VA

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Self-management app for chronic pain individuals providing education and interactive tools based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Veterans Task Manager

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:VALIDATED
Veterans Task Manager helps TBI veterans apply metacognitive training to daily life, significantly improving executive function and participation.
University of FloridaMental Health & Psychology
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COVID Coach

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:EVALUATED
COVID Coach offers evidence-informed coping tools and resilience-building resources to help the general public manage pandemic-related stress effectively.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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ACT Coach

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Treatment-companion app offering exercises and tools for individuals practicing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy skills in daily life.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Beyond MST

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Beyond MST offers military sexual trauma survivors over thirty specialized tools to cope with challenges, manage symptoms, and track recovery.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Couples Coach

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Couples Coach helps partners improve relationships through guided exercises, with specialized resources for couples affected by PTSD.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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CPT Coach

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
CPT Coach provides digital worksheets, readings, and symptom monitoring for individuals undergoing Cognitive Processing Therapy with a clinician for PTSD treatment.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Exposure Ed

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Exposure Ed helps healthcare providers discuss military-related environmental exposures with Veterans to validate concerns and improve care conversations.
US Department of Veterans AffairsWellness & Public Health
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PFA Mobile

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
PFA Mobile provides disaster responders and healthcare workers with field-ready guidance for delivering Psychological First Aid to survivors.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Safety Plan

FreeiOS Android
2 publications
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Safety Plan guides individuals at suicide risk through creating a personalized six-step plan to manage self-harm thoughts during crisis moments.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Stay Quit Coach

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Stay Quit Coach helps military veterans with PTSD quit smoking through interactive coping plans, motivational messages, medication reminders, and evidence-based treatment.
US Department of Veterans AffairsWellness & Public Health
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Warrior Toughness

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
Warrior Toughness provides Navy Sailors with exercises and programs to build mental, physical, and spiritual resilience for high-pressure operational environments.
US Department of the NavyMental Health & Psychology
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WellWithin Coach

FreeiOS Android
1 publication
Evidence Tier:DOCUMENTED
VA self-management app helping women manage posttraumatic stress and related concerns like insomnia and anxiety using over sixty interactive tools.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology
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Veterans Wellness Path

FreeiOS
1 publication
Evidence Tier:TRUSTED
Connects American Indian and Alaska Native Veterans with culturally relevant resources, wellness activities, and journaling tools to support civilian life transition.
US Department of Veterans AffairsMental Health & Psychology