If you are in immediate danger, call 911 now.

For mental health crisis support, call or text 988 — free, confidential, 24/7.

Safety Center

Your safety is our highest priority. This page exists so that help is always one click away — no matter what you are going through.

Crisis Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential support for people in distress. Available 24/7.

Crisis Text Line

Text-based crisis support. Available 24/7 in the US.

SAMHSA National Helpline

Free, confidential help for substance use and mental health disorders.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Support for survivors of domestic violence. Available 24/7.

Build Your Safety Plan

A safety plan is a personalized, practical guide you create before a crisis — so that when things get hard, you already know what to do. Shield Bear can help you build yours.

1

Recognize your warning signs

What thoughts, feelings, or situations signal that you may be heading toward a crisis?

2

Use your internal coping strategies

What can you do on your own to distract yourself or calm down? (e.g., breathing, walking, journaling)

3

Reach out to people who can help distract you

Who can you contact to take your mind off things — not necessarily to talk about the crisis?

4

Talk to someone you trust

Who in your life can you tell how you're really feeling? Name at least one person.

5

Contact a professional or crisis service

If steps 1–4 haven't helped, reach out to a counselor, therapist, or the 988 Lifeline.

6

Make your environment safe

Remove or secure anything that could be used to harm yourself. Ask someone to help if needed.

Our commitment to your safety

(Un)Bearable uses a multi-level crisis detection system. If your conversation indicates you may be in danger, Shield Bear will gently check in, provide immediate crisis resources, and encourage you to reach out to a professional.

The 988 crisis button is visible on every page and in every chat session — always one click away, no matter where you are in the app.

(Un)Bearable is not a substitute for professional mental health care, emergency services, or crisis intervention. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911.