iHEAL vs EFFT Companion+Script

Backed by years of research and testing, the free, private and secure iHEAL app helps Canadian women who have experienced abuse from a current or past partner find information to help them be safe and well. iHEAL: - Is protected with a secure, private username and password known only to users of the app - Contains assessments, activities, topics, and links to resources and services in all provinces/territories to help women improve their safety, health, and well-being - Offers six areas to explore: Safety, Basic Needs, Health and Well-Being, Connecting Safely, Claiming Your Power, and Family. Begin anywhere and explore what interests you. - Allows users to 'Save' activities, topics, and resources to make them easier to find. Safe Use: - Use of iHEAL is completely anonymous. Your login is password protected to keep your information safe. - When logged in, use the 'Exit' button to quickly replace the app with a neutral webpage that will open in your device's default browser. - Enter '1234' in the password field on the login screen to quickly navigate away from the app. This functions the same way as the "Exit" button. - Be aware that your abusive partner may monitor your use of this app using spyware, cloud access or by accessing your phone, tablet or computer. - When using the app, please use a safe device that you alone can access and that is password protected. You may also decide not to use the app. - iHEAL does not replace crisis or emergency services. If you need urgent assistance, call 911 or contact local crisis services. We do not monitor or act on responses entered into the app by users. The iHEAL app was developed, with support from the Public Health Agency of Canada, by researchers from Western University, University of British Columbia and the University of New Brunswick. Important Reminder: Always seek a doctor’s or qualified medical professional advice in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions. Rappel important : demandez toujours l'avis d'un médecin ou d'un professionnel de la santé qualifié en plus d'utiliser cette application et avant de prendre toute décision médicale.

Developed by Dr. Adele Lafrance and colleagues. The EFFT Companion and Script-Builder helps parents and caregivers practice calm, supportive responses when a child is stressed or distressed. Grounded in Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), the app offers clear teaching on the Validation & Support framework, guided practice scenarios, script builders to find your own words, and advanced Therapeutic Apology tools. Important: The EFFT Companion and Script-Builder is an educational companion resource. It is designed to supplement work with an EFFT-trained clinician and is not a substitute for professional mental health care. in Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), the app offers: • Teaching on the Validation & Support (VS) framework • Guided VS practice scenarios and a script builder • Teaching on the Therapeutic Apology and script-building If you find the app to be helpful, we also invite you to contribute to support development and access for families.