Pick one thread
What changed
Mood, sleep, appetite, work, relationships, health, or AI use.
What repeats
A thought loop, conflict, avoidance, reassurance seeking, or shutdown.
What feels risky
Safety, intensity, duration, substance use, medication questions, or shame.
Turn it into three sentences
Start
I noticed this changed recently, and it has lasted this long.
Impact
It affects this part of my day, relationships, body, or decisions.
Ask
I want help understanding what to try next and when to seek more support.
After the conversation
Retake
Use the same private self-check after seven days or after the appointment.
Compare
Look for direction and context, not a perfect score.
Choose
Use resources or the guide only when they clarify the next step.
Questions
Do I need to tell everything?
No. It is okay to start with one thing that feels current, safe enough, and useful to discuss.
What if I freeze or go blank?
Bring a short note or self-check summary. You can also say, “I am not sure where to start.”
Is a self-check result safe to share?
It is your choice. MentalCraft results are educational, not diagnostic, and checkout never receives answers or scores.
Make the next appointment easier to start.
Use the optional guide if a structured note would reduce the blank-page feeling.