Nova Scotians with mild to moderate depression or anxiety can now get free online coaching and skills development to help them cope. The app is called tranquility
https://www.tranquility.app/novascotia
The Province has expanded an agreement with Tranquility, a program that helps people experiencing depression and anxiety better understand their emotions, thoughts and behaviours and build skills and coping strategies. People using the program are supported by a coach who checks in on their progress and offers ongoing help and motivation.
“Providing better mental healthcare means offering help that is readily available when and where people need it,” said Brian Comer, Minister responsible for the Office of Addictions and Mental Health. “Many of us will experience some depression or anxiety in our lives. Having resources at our fingertips to help us manage in the early stages will help promote mental wellness and keep people healthy. I’m happy to be able to bring this made-in-Nova-Scotia program to people across the province.”
Until today, December 6, Tranquility has only been available by referral through primary care providers or the Mental Health and Addictions Intake Program. More than 150 Nova Scotians have benefited from the program since it was launched in March.
People can access the cognitive behavioural therapy program 24 hours a day, seven days a week
The program is available to all Nova Scotians 16 and older with mild to moderate anxiety or depression; people do not need to be referred
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