Litalico – Mouse Timer
A visualised timer for children who have difficulties understanding the length of time. The app expresses the passing of time by showing a mouse eating an apple (1 bite per second). It measures from 1 minute up to 60 minutes. (£ free)
Wait Timer
A visual and audio tool to help teach waiting. The timer is colour coded and the wait time can easily be adjusted. Also includes a social story that can be skipped. (£ inexpensive)
Breathe, Think, Do with Sesame
An interactive resource to help children problem solve, develop self-control and plan what to do in future. It has a series of activities aimed at helping build resilience and manage stressful situations. (£ free)
Mind Shift
Uses CBT based strategies to help take charge of anxiety. Includes tools to support Worry, Panic, Perfectionism, Social Anxiety and Phobias. (£ free)
Stop, Breathe and Think Kids
Features a number of mindfulness activities for many situations: Sleep, Over Excitement, Stress & Worry, Disappointment & Sadness, Caring & Connecting. (£ SUB)
Heat Pad
Simulates various surfaces that react to the touch of your hand / fingers. A simple and relaxing app that may help to focus or calm. (£ inexpensive)
Gravitarium
A particle visualiser that responds to the touch and flows around the screen to music. Soothing sounds and visuals make this app a useful tool to support a calm mood. (£ inexpensive)
Acrobots
A physics based simulator where you control multi-legged robots that interact with one another. You can change the gravity, stickiness, speed of movement and other factors. (£ inexpensive)
Tip: Copycat apps often have the same / similar names and icons. Be sure you are clicking on the correct one before buying. Check reviews and the Developers page.
*All details accurate at the time or writing – please note that app prices do change, apps do get removed from the app store and iOS updates can stop apps from working correctly