Guide from erstmalreden.de
If something inside you feels strange, heavy, or no longer like before, you do not have to prove or name it immediately.
Many people seek help before they know exactly what is going on. It is enough if sleep, daily life, eating, concentration, relationships, or inner calm are clearly suffering.
You can start with a family doctor, a counseling center, or a psychotherapeutic consultation hour. You do not have to explain everything perfectly. One sentence is enough.
If you are afraid you might harm yourself or someone else, or if there is immediate danger, 112 is the right number in Germany. This page does not replace emergency help.
erstmalreden.de offers orientation and wording support. It does not replace counseling, therapy, diagnosis, or emergency help.