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PTSD Coach

PTSD Coach

by US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

4.3K ratings
111 reviews
💪 Health & Fitness
🏥 Medical
Free

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Released
April 8, 2011
Updated
July 30, 2026

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US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
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This app offers educational resources and self-help tools for individuals experiencing posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It includes a self-assessment, information on professional care, and customizable tools for managing daily stress, such as relaxation techniques and anger management.

✓PTSD education
✓Self-assessment tool
✓Professional care information
✓Stress management tools
✓Customizable features
✓Relaxation skills
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What users say about PTSD Coach

Reviews of PTSD Coach are mostly positive: the Health & Fitness app is rated 4.7/5 from 4.3K App Store ratings. What users like most: useful app for managing PTSD symptoms, accessible and easy to use. Top complaints: limited to veteran-focused PTSD content, distracting background sounds in some exercises. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 👍Useful app for managing PTSD symptoms
  • 🚀Accessible and easy to use
  • 💡Provides a variety of coping tools
  • 🌟Helpful for both veterans and non-veterans
  • 🧠Aids in self-assessment and progress tracking

Negative things

  • 🔍Limited to veteran-focused PTSD content
  • 🔊Distracting background sounds in some exercises
  • 🐛Occasional app crashes and freezing issues
  • 📱Outdated or lacking features for modern devices
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What's New in PTSD Coach

4.0.1

July 30, 2026

- dark mode! - bug fixes and performance improvements

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

A very helpful app

I use this app a lot it grounds me just listening to the mindful words helps me settle thanks.
Bbyreabm,j

Retired 1st Lt fire service

Been using this app for 8+ years, would feel a little lost without it. Many tools that are very useful along with my therapy.
Tthfdyiob

PTSD will never go away

Calling resources never has helped
Too bad you wouldn’t help your own people
Bbeanything

US Army Active Duty

PTSD coach has been a great help and guide to assisting in managing symptoms, stress, and life obstacles. And has helped me recognize my weaknesses and share them with my family.
BBayShoreBoy1978

PTSD will never go away

Calling resources don’t help child abuse and child help refused to help me and my children they would rather we be murders
Bbeanything
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

2 issues

History data being deleted after updates

Bug

Symptom assessment reminders not working as expected

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Requested Features

5 requests

Multi-language support

Feature

Ability to customize or add personal content

Feature

Integration with mental health professionals

Feature

Expanded resources for non-veteran PTSD

Feature

Improved symptom tracking and data visualization

Feature

FAQ

What does the PTSD Coach app do?

PTSD Coach provides education about PTSD, information on professional care, a self-assessment tool, and various self-help strategies to manage daily stress. It aims to support individuals dealing with the effects of posttraumatic stress disorder.

What are the key features of PTSD Coach?

Key features include educational content on PTSD, a self-assessment tool, information about seeking professional help, and customizable tools for managing stress. These tools encompass relaxation skills, positive self-talk, and anger management techniques.

Is PTSD Coach free to use?

Yes, PTSD Coach is a free application. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating it is entirely free for users.

Who is the target audience for PTSD Coach?

The app is designed for individuals who have, or may have, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It can be used by people who are currently in treatment for PTSD as well as those who are not seeking professional care.

Can I customize the tools in PTSD Coach?

Yes, the tools within PTSD Coach can be customized based on your preferences. You have the ability to integrate your own contacts, photos, and music to personalize the experience and make the self-help strategies more relevant to you.