Advice generally suggests that spending less time on devices has benefits for mental wellbeing. Whilst this of course is true, using media such as messaging or online services, can feel easier and less confrontational than to face-to-face traditional therapies, or medical surroundings.

Talking about topics that may be deeply personal via a platform that feels comfortable can be helpful. Mental-health apps and online support sites, set up and run by qualified and experienced mental health professionals, can offer both support and counselling as well as helping you to pro-actively look after your own mental health; cope with difficult emotions; and learn to develop healthy habits around mental wellbeing. Here are a few out there to consider.