Juan Carlos Martell, LMHC· Florida telehealth · since 2017
MindfulPractice: free CBT exercises for anxious thoughts, body tension and emotions
MindfulPractice is a free self-help app from Psych Life, Inc., created by Juan Carlos Martell, LMHC. It offers short guided exercises drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), plus breathing practices and a private journal. Educational content; not a substitute for your own care.
MindfulPractice is an open TestFlight beta. Join the beta at https://testflight.apple.com/join/j7jDYAqE.
What is MindfulPractice?
A free iPhone app with step-by-step CBT-based exercises in three areas, Mind, Body and Emotion, plus guided Breathing and a journal with gentle prompts.
What can I do in the app?
- Mind: write a worry down, rate how true it feels and look at the evidence.
- Body: guided breathing, a body scan, progressive muscle relaxation and grounding.
- Emotion: reconnect with your values and pick one small action.
- Journal: private entries with prompts; optional Lock journal with Face ID or a PIN.
Does MindfulPractice use AI or chat?
No. There is no AI chat and no AI features. Every exercise is a fixed, guided step you complete yourself.
Does it track me?
No ads, no tracking and no analytics. We keep only your email, an account ID and a record of when you agreed to the terms. No one reads what you write. You can delete your account any time in Settings.
How do I lock my journal?
Turn on Lock journal in Settings (off by default). Face ID or your device biometrics, with a PIN fallback, stay on your phone; Psych Life never receives them.
What if I need help right now?
Tap Get help now for the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text 988), Crisis Text Line (text HOME to 741741) or 911. If you are in danger, call 911.
Who is it for?
Adults 18 and older in the United States who want short, structured self-help practice.
When can I get it?
MindfulPractice is an open TestFlight beta. Join the beta at https://testflight.apple.com/join/j7jDYAqE.
Frequently asked questions
What is MindfulPractice?
MindfulPractice is a self-help and wellness app from Psych Life, Inc., built by licensed therapist Juan Carlos Martell. It offers guided exercises drawn from cognitive behavioral and acceptance-based approaches, along with brief grounding and body-awareness practices. It is educational and designed for real people in real moments.
What does the MindfulPractice app include?
The Psych Life site describes three MindfulPractice tools: Anxiety Interrupt, guided micro-interventions to break the cycle; Rumination Breaker, grounding tools to step out of thought loops; and Tension Release, for releasing stress stored in the body. The app is grounded in CBT, ACT, and mindfulness.
Is MindfulPractice available yet?
MindfulPractice is an open TestFlight beta. Join the beta at https://testflight.apple.com/join/j7jDYAqE.
Who can use MindfulPractice?
MindfulPractice is for adults. You must be 18 or older to create an account or use the app, and Psych Life does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18; if it learns that it has, it deletes that information. Using the app does not create a counselor-client relationship with Juan Carlos Martell.
Does MindfulPractice use AI?
No. This version of MindfulPractice has no AI features, and nothing you write is sent to Anthropic or any other AI company. Psych Life says that before adding any AI feature in the future, it will ask your permission first, update its privacy policy, and tell you in the app before the change.
Does MindfulPractice sell my data or show ads?
No. Psych Life does not sell your information or share it with advertisers, and the app does not show ads. The app also includes no analytics, crash-reporting, diagnostics, or advertising software, so it does not collect usage analytics, crash reports, or diagnostics from you.
How do I delete my MindfulPractice account?
In the app, open Settings, tap Delete my account, and confirm with your password. You can also email contact@psychlife.org from your sign-in address with the subject line “Delete my account.” Psych Life deletes your account and its data within 30 days and sends a confirmation email when done.
Is MindfulPractice a crisis service?
No. MindfulPractice is not a crisis service, and no one monitors what you write in it. If you feel unsafe, call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or call 911. If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
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