← Depression and Low Mood
Interactive connection tool · About 3 minutes
Reach Out Plan
Identify who to contact, what kind of support to request, and words you can use when beginning the conversation feels difficult.
Before you begin
You do not need a complete explanation to reach out.
You can ask for listening, company, practical help, professional support, or immediate crisis support. This tool creates a plan but does not send a message.
Step 1 of 6
Optional. Your words stay in this browser window and are not submitted or saved.
Your reach out plan
Connection can begin with one clear message.
Message starter
This tool does not contact anyone for you and is not an emergency service. If the first person is unavailable or does not respond in the way you need, contact another support person, professional, crisis service, or emergency service as appropriate.