CupTalks

If there is immediate danger

CupTalks is not emergency care. If you or someone else may be in immediate danger, contact local emergency services or a crisis hotline now. In the United States, call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

What CupTalks is

A peer-support community for thoughtful discussion, practical resources, and supportive conversation.
A place to ask for help, review helper profiles, and choose who feels like a good fit.
A guided resource hub that can point people toward calming tools, community support, or professional care.

What CupTalks is not

It is not a substitute for emergency services, diagnosis, psychotherapy, medication management, or licensed treatment.
Members should not promise outcomes, pressure others, or present self-claimed expertise as verified clinical authority.
Private messages and consultations should not be used for crisis management or highly sensitive private information.

Community expectations

When posting or replying

Be kind, specific, and respectful.
Ask before giving strong advice.
Avoid shaming, harassment, diagnosis, or unsafe instructions.
Use reports when content feels abusive, manipulative, exploitative, or unsafe.

When helping someone

Stay within your lived experience, training, and boundaries.
Encourage professional or crisis support when risk is high.
Do not request passwords, money, medical records, or identifying sensitive details.
Use the consultation agreement to clarify tone, timing, and boundaries.

Privacy basics

Share only what you are comfortable sharing. Use anonymous posting when appropriate. Avoid posting identifying details about yourself or others.

Reporting

Posts, replies, private messages, and consultation messages can be reported. Moderators can review reports and hide unsafe public content.

Blocking

If a private conversation feels unwanted or uncomfortable, block the member and report concerning messages.

Helpful next steps

Try Support Check-In Crisis resources Resource Center