The Recovery Coach

Resources for Navigating from Illness to Wellness

David Susman, Ph.D.

10 Ways to Help Your Therapist Help You More

Want to get more out of psychotherapy? Try these simple and effective tips to be more fully engaged.

Should You Disclose Your Mental Illness?

If you've considered telling others about your mental illness, this resource can be of help.

How to Reduce Your Personal Risk of Getting COVID-19

The daily choices you make can help lower your risk of getting or spreading COVID-19.

Our Choices Can Save Us or Kill Us

Changing our behaviors is our best current defense to manage the pandemic.

How to Cope with Mental Health Concerns Related to COVID-19

Your mental health is also at risk during the pandemic. Try these simple and effective coping tools.

10 Healthy Activities to Take Your Mind Off Coronavirus

Turn this incredibly stressful time into an opportunity for better health and wellness.

7 Points of Hope to Reclaim Your Life from Mental Illness

Mental health struggles overwhelming you? Don't give up. There is hope and support.

How Do I Know If I'm Drinking Too Much?

Want to know if your drinking is getting out of hand? Here's a quick assessment to find out.

How to Talk with Legislators about Mental Health Issues

Want to learn how to communicate better with legislators to promote mental health initiatives? Here's how.

5 Steps to Reduce Stigma About Mental Illness

Do you unknowingly further the stigma against people with mental illnesses? Check yourself here and learn easy and effective ways to do better.

When Your New Year's Resolutions Falter

What to do when your resolution has lost its resolve.

A 10-Step Plan to Fix Our Mental Health System

Some say our mental health system is broken. Here's one path to start fixing it.

How We Think About Mental Illness: Time for Plan B

Is our mental health system in disarray or is there hope for a better future for those with mental health challenges? It depends on your point of view.

How to Support Someone During a Psychiatric Hospitalization

Your friend or loved one has been admitted to a psychiatric unit. Here are some practical tips for how to support them during this difficult time.

How Do You Diagnose a Mental Illness?

Concerned about your mental health? Understand the importance of getting an accurate diagnosis.

How Using 'QPR' Can Prevent Suicides

Learn the key questions to ask that can save a life.

9 Proven Strategies to Help You Change Problematic Behaviors

Use science-based tactics to tackle those pesky bad habits.

Are You Ready for Change?

Learn the "stages of change" to prepare to kick that difficult habit.

How to Help People with Challenging Behaviors

What to do when someone is acting strangely or aggressively? Here are some effective strategies.

Good Citizens Needed to Support People With Mental Illness

Want to make a difference in the lives of those with mental illness? Here are several easy options to consider.

How to Choose Effective Self-Help Resources

Emphasis on effective.

9 Strategies to Manage a Personal Setback

Challenged by a loss or disappointment? How you manage it makes all the difference.

How to Put Your Personal Recovery Plan into Action

All talk and no action? Here are 7 tips to help you get off the starting blocks.

How to Develop a Successful Personal Recovery Plan

Taking action without planning is a sure recipe for disappointment.

How to Set Achievable Personal Recovery Goals

Is your goal workable? Answer these five questions.

Ten Commandments for How to Talk About Mental Health

Words can hurt. Choose yours carefully.

A Dozen Ways You Can Support Someone in Recovery

Know someone challenged by recovery from mental illness or addiction? Here are some easy but important ways to show them you care.

10 Keys to Recovery

The must-haves for recovery from mental illness or addiction.