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Therapy isn't a last resort. It's a tool. Consider reaching out to a licensed therapist if:
Professional support is a sign of strength, not failure. The frameworks and content on this site are educational—they're not a substitute for personalized clinical care.
Good fit matters. If you don't feel comfortable with a therapist after 2–3 sessions, it's okay to try someone else. Therapy works best when there's trust and rapport.
If you're in crisis or experiencing thoughts of self-harm, please reach out for immediate support:
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call or text 988
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
These services are free, confidential, and available 24/7.
These tools can offer reflection prompts or structured support, but they are not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. They are not appropriate for emergencies or crises. Always review privacy policies and how your data is handled.
| Use Case | Human Therapist | AI Therapy Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Crisis / suicidality | ✅ Required | ❌ Not appropriate |
| Trauma processing | ✅ Best | ⚠️ Support only |
| Pattern recognition | ✅ | ✅ Excellent |
| Shame-free honesty | ⚠️ Variable | ✅ Strong |
| Cost / access | ❌ Expensive, slow | ✅ 24/7 |
| Journaling & reflection | ⚠️ Limited | ✅ Excellent |
| Accountability tracking | ❌ | ✅ Strong |
TruAlign stance: AI tools do not replace therapy — they reduce avoidance between sessions.