Relaxation & Stress Management Resources I Western Psychological Services
Self Help Resources
Access guided relaxation, breathing, and meditation resources developed by a clinical psychologist. General self-help tools to support wellbeing and stress management.
Relaxation Exercises by Dr. Angelo Pagano
1. Introduction
This short introduction explains how the relaxation recordings on this page are intended to be used as general self-help resources.
It provides guidance on setting aside quiet time and approaching the exercises in a comfortable and flexible way, based on individual needs.
2. About Stress & Relaxation​
4. Deep Relaxation
This recording guides listeners through a gradual relaxation of the body,
encouraging awareness of physical sensations and the release of muscle tension.
The exercise is designed to be used in a quiet, comfortable setting and can be practiced at the listener’s own pace.
5. Healing Meditation​​
This recording provides a general explanation of stress and the body’s relaxation response.
It discusses how stress can affect both physical and emotional well-being and introduces relaxation as a way of supporting calmness and awareness.
The content is educational and informational in nature.
This meditation offers a gentle guided exercise that encourages calm attention, reflection, and rest.
It supports general wellbeing through mindful focus and imagery and is intended as a self-care resource rather than a therapeutic intervention.
This guided breathing exercise focuses on slow, steady breathing to support relaxation and grounding.
Listeners are encouraged to gently focus on their breath and use the exercise as a brief support during periods of stress or heightened tension.
Fear Busters - "Some Ideas For Beating Fears"​
Relaxation​
This recording provides a general discussion of fear and anxiety, along with practical ideas for understanding and responding to fearful thoughts and reactions. It is intended as an educational and self-help resource to support awareness and coping, rather than as a treatment program.
This relaxation recording offers a guided exercise designed to support calmness and physical relaxation.
Listeners are encouraged to follow the guidance at their own pace in a quiet, comfortable environment.
The exercise may be used as a general wellbeing and stress-management resource.
**Disclaimer**​
These recordings are provided as general self-help and wellbeing resources.
They are not a substitute for professional psychological assessment or treatment.
If you are experiencing ongoing distress or mental health concerns,
please seek support from a qualified health professional.