Use Your Body. Heal Your Mind.™

Talk therapy is powerful, but sometimes you just need to move the stress out of your system. Brain-Body Therapy pairs guided exercise routines with counseling insights to help you manage anxiety, lift depression, and feel like yourself again.

4.7 Trusted by hundreds of users.

Exercise is one of the best treatments we have for most psychiatric problems.

Dr. John Ratey — Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School

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We Take Out the Guesswork

Your Therapeutic Exercise Plan is Designed with Purpose.

You don’t have to decide what workout routine to do or how hard to push yourself each day. Your workouts are intentionally designed around your specific mental health diagnosis, using research to guide the type, intensity, and progression of movement throughout each phase. Every phase builds on the one before it, giving you a clear path forward and helping you stay consistent on your mental wellness journey; even on the days when getting started feels hard.

GUIDED BY PROFESSIONALS

More Than Just a Workout.

We surround your physical movement with counseling-informed support, creating a unique kind of therapy for your mind and body. Before you begin, a brief guided session, written by a mental health counselor, is designed to educate, motivate, or challenge you through evidence-based psychological concepts. Afterward, additional guidance concludes the day’s mental health focus and helps connect your workout back to the larger program, whether it be anxiety, depression, or stress management.

CELEBRATE EVERY STEP

See Your Mood Shift in Real Time.

Healing is a journey made of small moments. By checking in with your emotions and mental state before and after every therapeutic exercise session, you can actually see the immediate impact movement has on your mind. Watch your resilience grow day by day.

A SPACE FOR EVERYONE

You Belong Here.

Managing Anxiety or Depression

Find a safe, practical way to release built-up tension and regulate your nervous system on your own terms.

A Daily Workout From Anywhere, Even on a Busy Schedule

Take 45 minutes for yourself. Fit comprehensive mental and physical care into your day without the commute to a clinic.

Therapy Supplement

Enhance the work you are doing in traditional counseling with actionable, somatic tools you can use at home.

Seeking a Reset

If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or burnt out, this is your gentle invitation to start moving forward again.

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Support the People You Care About.

Brain-Body Therapy partners with forward-thinking organizations to provide scalable, effective mental wellness tools to employees and students for work-related and academic stress management. Help your community build resilience, relieve stress, and improve their mental health through strategic at-home or work exercise programs.

For Mental Health Practices

For Universities and Colleges

For Employers and Businesses

For Government and Community Organizations

Stories from Real Users Seeing Real Results.

"Finally! An app that bridges mental health and physical fitness together. It has given me the guidance and structure I needed to be consistent. I have already seen a difference in how I feel."

"12/10 recommend this app for anyone needing support for their mental health. The combination of exercise and counseling topics reframed the way I think and made me happier and healthier."

"Although I have only been using this app for a few days I have already noticed differences in how I am feeling mentally and physically. The app understands what I need."

"Super excited to make this part of my routine, I see so many benefits with it!"

YOUR INVITATION

Start Your Therapeutic Exercise Journey Today.

Everything you need to support your mental and physical health, all in one place. Try it completely risk-free.

7-Day Free Trial

Unlimited Personalized 12-Week Wellness Plans
Therapy-Inspired Pre- and Post-Workout Guidance
Structured Cardio and Strength Sessions
Progress Tracking and Milestone Celebrations
Full Access to the Completed Session Library

$14.99/month or $99.99/year after your free trial. Cancel anytime.

Questions? Get Your Mental Health Exercise FAQs Answered

Do I need fitness equipment to use Brain-Body Therapy's mental health exercise app?

Some exercises in the program use equipment like dumbbells, kettlebells, or resistance bands, but you do not need to go out and buy anything to get started. Most movements can be modified using household items and water bottles work great in place of dumbbells. Links to recommended equipment are available on the homepage if you want to build out your setup over time.

How does therapeutic exercise actually help with anxiety, depression and stress?

When you exercise, your brain releases endorphins, dopamine, and serotonin, the exact neurotransmitters that regulate mood and reduce anxiety. It also increases BDNF, a protein that helps your brain build new, resilient neural pathways. At the same time, structured movement actively lowers cortisol and adrenaline, clearing the physical stress response from your body. Research shows that exercise can reduce anxiety symptoms by more than 50% and has been proven as effective as antidepressant medication for treating depression. Learn more about the science behind our approach on the Method page.

Do I need to be in great shape to start my mental health workout program?

Not at all. These mental health workouts are designed for all fitness levels. Whether you have not exercised in years or you are already active, you can go at whatever pace feels right for you. Low-impact modifications are available for more advanced movements, and you can pause any session at any time.

Can I use Brain-Body Therapy alongside traditional therapy?

Yes, and that is exactly how it is designed to be used. Brain-Body Therapy is a complement to professional mental health care, not a replacement for it. If you are working with a therapist or doctor, you can share your progress reports directly with them through the app to help inform your sessions. Interested in bringing Brain-Body Therapy to your practice? Learn more here.

How long are the exercise sessions?

Therapeutic exercise sessions typically run between 35 and 45 minutes, including the counseling segments before and after the workout. That is enough time to make a real impact without taking over your day. Want to see exactly what a session looks like? Check out the Method page.

What happens after my 7-day free trial?

After your free trial, you can choose between a monthly plan at $14.99 per month or an annual plan at $99.99 per year, saving you over 40% compared to monthly. Your subscription renews automatically, and you can cancel at any time through your App Store or Google Play account settings. Have questions about billing? Contact us.

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Ready to Feel Better?

You don’t have to figure this out alone. Let us guide you through the movements that heal the mind.