What is Therapist Assistance Online (TAO) Self-Help?

• TAO Self-Help is an interactive, dynamic, easy-to-access online program that provides support for anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, communication struggles, and other common concerns.
• TAO is well-researched and highly effective.
• TAO includes optional videos, brief exercises, a Mindfulness Library and makes use of logs to help track moods and progress.
• TAO Self-Help can help you manage your emotional well-being anonymously, at your own pace, from the comfort of your space, and without the help of a counselor.

Who is eligible for TAO Self-Help?

• All students with a LEOMAIL email address are eligible to sign-up for TAO.
• Faculty and Staff may also benefit from TAO by signing-up with a TAMUC email address.

Benefits of TAO Self-Help:

• TAO is tailored to fit your needs and schedule.
• You will have access to highly effective therapeutic modules 24/7 that fits around your busy life anytime, anywhere.
• Immediate access to helpful information.
• It is FREE.

Highlights of TAO modules:

• Anxiety: relaxation strategies, analyzing thoughts, mindfulness, facing fears, lifestyle factors
• Depression: avoidance and depression traps, problem solving, focusing on thoughts, mindfulness, values and strengths, relationships, lifestyle
• Relationships and Communication: communication strategies and styles, problem solving, managing anger

How do I sign up?

• Go to the web address https://thepath.taoconnect.org
• Click on “Sign Up in TAO Self-Help”

Is TAO Self-Help right for me?

• If you are uncertain about which TAO modules in the Self-Help library are suitable for you, take the NEW anonymous Self-Screening Tool to find out your needs. This brief 3-minute screening survey will ask you a few questions in each area and provide some feedback along with some ideas about next steps you can take.