Top 5 Mental Health Apps to support your wellbeing

Whether you’re in therapy, thinking about starting, or just trying to feel a little more like yourself, mental health apps can be great tools to have in your pocket—literally. With options for meditation, mood tracking, emotional regulation, and even AI-supported organization, there's something out there for just about everyone. But not all apps are created equal.

Here’s a roundup of five popular and highly rated mental health apps in 2025 that I actually recommend to my clients, with honest thoughts on who they’re best for and how they actually help.

😴 1. Dwellspring

Best for: People looking to up their sleep hygiene or improve focus with sound.

Price: Free two week trial; If you’re not interested in the customizable features, the soundscapes are free after the trial and on Spotify for download anytime (no loops, fades, or ads that wake you up).

What it does: Dwellspring offers customizable soundscapes designed to help users sleep, focus, meditate, or manage anxiety through a library of curated ambient sounds, noise colors, and binaural beats, with full mixer controls and the ability to record and blend your own audio. My current favorite is “Distant Thunderstorm from a Mountainside Loft.”

Why it works: 1) Our brains are pattern seeking. If you utilize a sound machine at night, your brain will begin to associate that sound with sleep. Think Pavlov’s dog, except it’s you dozing off to rain sounds. 2) We all have different sensory needs. If you need auditory stimulation to focus, but lyrics or dialogue are too much, these soundscapes are perfect. 3) Listen with noise cancelling headphones to block out a snoring partner.

🐥 2. Finch

Best for: People who want to build healthier habits, track their mental wellness, and stay motivated with a cute, low-pressure companion.

Price: Core habit-tracking features are free; optional Finch Plus subscription

What it does: Finch helps you set daily self-care goals, reflect on your mood, practice mindfulness, and track progress—all while caring for your own customizable pet bird that grows as you do. Think self-care tamagotchi.

Why it works: It combines habit-tracking with gentle encouragement and emotional support, using gamified elements and personalization to make self-care feel achievable, not overwhelming.

😈 3. Goblin tools

Best for: Neurodivergent folks (and anyone else!) who want help breaking down tasks, planning, writing, or managing executive function challenges.

Price: $1.99; You can always access for free from a web browser.

What it does: Goblin Tools is a suite of AI-powered tools including a task splitter, tone checker, brain dump organizer, professor, chef, and time estimator—all designed to turn overwhelming thoughts into manageable steps.

Why it works: It’s simple, judgment-free, and built with neurodivergent needs in mind—making it easier to get started, stay organized, and move through tasks without burnout or decision fatigue.

📆 4. daylio

Best for: People who want an easy, visual way to track moods, habits, and patterns over time—without needing to write much (or at all).

Price: Core mood-tracking features are free; optional premium upgrade

What it does: Daylio lets you log your mood and daily activities using icons and short notes, then turns that data into charts and trends so you can better understand what affects your mental health. This is a great data to inform Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

Why it works: It’s fast, low-effort, and totally customizable—making it a great option for folks who want to build self-awareness and healthy habits without the pressure of traditional journaling.

📚 5. Libby

Ok, this one is mental health adjacent, but still an app I recommend ALL the time.

Best for: Book lovers who want free, easy access to audiobooks, ebooks, and magazines through their local library.

Price: Free with a library card.

What it does: Libby connects you to your local library’s digital collection so you can borrow and read or listen to books on your phone, tablet, or e-reader—with features like offline access, bookmarks, and customizable reading settings.

Why it works: It’s user-friendly, totally free, and makes borrowing books as easy as streaming a show—perfect for building a reading habit without spending a dime.

If you don’t have one yet, most local libraries offer quick online registration.
📚 KC Metro residents can sign up here.
🌍 Not local? Check your nearest library’s website or explore non-resident options here.