When to Seek Professional Help

Seek professional support when distress is persistent, worsening, or meaningfully interfering with life.

Signs to consider support

Avoiding work, school, healthcare, relationships, or necessary tasks; using alcohol or drugs to cope; panic; depression; severe isolation; or inability to complete daily responsibilities.

Urgent situations

Seek immediate local emergency or crisis help if you may harm yourself or someone else, cannot stay safe, are experiencing a medical emergency, or are in an abusive or dangerous situation.

Start with one contact

A primary-care clinician, licensed therapist, psychiatrist, school counselor, employee assistance program, or local crisis service can help identify next steps.