Supportive Therapy Resources
Evidence-based tools and worksheets for mental health support and therapeutic intervention
Crisis Resources - Available 24/7
If you're in immediate danger or having thoughts of self-harm, reach out now:
Featured Tool: Safety Planning Worksheet
Our comprehensive safety planning worksheet helps identify personal reasons for living, coping strategies, and build a strong support network. This evidence-based tool is used by mental health professionals worldwide and follows established clinical protocols.
Therapeutic Resources by Category
Crisis Support & Safety Planning
Essential tools for managing acute mental health crises and building safety networks.
Comprehensive safety planning tool to identify personal reasons for living and coping strategies.
Printable emergency contact cards for wallet or phone case.
Coping Skills & Emotional Regulation
Evidence-based techniques for managing difficult emotions and building resilience.
DBT-inspired tools for identifying triggers and building healthy coping strategies.
5-4-3-2-1 sensory grounding and other mindfulness-based coping strategies.
Daily Living & Self-Care
Practical tools for maintaining wellness routines and building healthy habits.
Track mood patterns, activities, and identify helpful vs. harmful behaviors.
Evidence-based sleep improvement strategies and tracking tools.
Social Support & Communication
Tools for building and maintaining supportive relationships and communication skills.
Visual tool to identify and strengthen your personal support system.
Templates for difficult conversations about mental health with family and friends.
About Supportive Therapy
Theoretical Foundation
Supportive therapy is based on ego psychology and emphasizes strengthening the patient's existing defenses and coping mechanisms. It draws from attachment theory, recognizing the therapeutic relationship as a corrective emotional experience that can enhance the patient's sense of security and self-worth.
Evidence Base
Research demonstrates supportive therapy's effectiveness for various conditions including adjustment disorders, chronic mental illness, and medical comorbidities. Studies show comparable outcomes to other psychotherapies for certain populations, particularly those with severe and persistent mental illness.
Clinical Applications
- Crisis intervention: Acute stabilization and safety planning
- Medical settings: Coping with illness and treatment adherence
- Severe mental illness: Maintaining functioning and preventing relapse
- Adjustment disorders: Managing life transitions and stressors
Professional Guidelines
These tools complement professional mental health treatment and should not replace clinical care. Consider working with licensed therapists, psychiatrists, or counselors for comprehensive assessment and treatment planning. Tools can be integrated into existing treatment plans with provider guidance.
Remember: Healing is a process that takes time, patience, and often professional support.
Last updated: December 25, 2025 | For crisis support, use the resources above or contact emergency services