GuardiansMH vs NBCC Connect
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GuardiansMH
This app provides access to a library of mental health and crisis resources, vetted by professionals. It offers digital kits with techniques, self-care tips, and workout programs for users seeking support.
- RTS Library of mental health resources
- Vetted by mental health professionals
- Digital Mental Health Kits
- Grounding and breathing techniques
- Self-care tips
- Gamer workout programs
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Guardians MH is bring accessibility for mental health and crisis resources to new heights with the Guardians MH app. Providing access to our entire RTS Library of mental health and crisis resources, vetted by mental health professionals, that are meaningful and evidence-based resources that has led the way, resources are accessible on Discord, Twitch, any web browser and now through the Guardians MH app. Access to every Digital Mental Health Kit is now accessible in one place directly from the Guardians MH app. Each digital kit is filled with focused resources like grounding and breathing techniques, self-care tips, gamer workout programs and much more.
NBCC Connect
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Welcome to NBCC Connect — the official mobile app for NBCC, the certification and credentialing organization for Counselors. Whether you’re a licensed counselor, an early-career professional, a seasoned counseling professional, a trainee, or graduate student, our door is open to you. This is your space to stay informed, strengthen your skills, share your voice, and actively participate in shaping the future of counseling. At NBCC, we believe the counseling profession is strongest when every member has a seat at the table. NBCC Connect brings you closer to the conversations, resources, and advocacy efforts that move counseling forward. Stay Connected to What Matters Get real-time updates from NBCC and stay current on the issues shaping Professional Counseling practice, education, research, and public policy impacting mental health across the U.S. • Breaking news and organizational updates • Advocacy alerts and policy developments • Research highlights and professional insights • Push notifications so you never miss important updates • Offline reading for learning on your schedule (Coming Soon!) With access to information about innovations in credentialing standards, legislative initiatives, and emerging trends in practice, NBCC Connect keeps you informed and engaged. Strengthen Your Knowledge & Skills Prepare, practice, and grow with access to professionally developed practice tests and educational resources. • Practice materials for certification, licensure, and skill development • Scored assessments with detailed feedback • Formative support to guide your learning • Certificates for eligible completed activities (Coming Soon!) Designed to support counselors at every stage — from graduate school through seasoned practice — our tools help you build confidence and competence. Have a Voice. Help Shape the Future. NBCC Connect isn’t just about information — it’s about engagement and community. Through in-app surveys and polling opportunities, you can: • Contribute to advocacy initiatives • Inform research priorities • Influence policy-making efforts • Share your professional perspective and experience Your experience matters. Your expertise matters. Your voice matters. By participating, you help ensure that decisions affecting the profession are informed by real counselors and future counselors across the country. A Community that Welcomes You Joining the NBCC Connect Community is free! Students, trainees, early-career professionals, and experienced counselors are all welcome. Upgrade to premium features for expanded resources and additional tools designed to support your professional journey. (Coming Soon!) Wherever you are in your career, there is a place for you here. Why NBCC Connect? Because counseling is more than a profession — it’s a community. NBCC Connect brings together news, education, advocacy, and participation in one accessible mobile platform. It empowers Counselors to stay informed, strengthen your practice, and actively contribute to the future of Counseling in the United States. Download NBCC Connect today and step into a community that’s ready to hear your voice. Welcome to the NBCC Connect Community. We're glad you're here. Terms of Use - https://connectadmin.nbcc.org/privacy-policy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: NBCC Connect at every 3 days against GuardiansMH's every 6 months. GuardiansMH's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
GuardiansMH ships an update every 6 months, NBCC Connect every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GuardiansMH | NBCC Connect |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 5 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 127 MB | 34 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Guardians MH inc | National Board For Certified Counselors, Inc. |
In-app purchases
GuardiansMH
No in-app purchases
NBCC Connect
No in-app purchases
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