California SB-243 Compliance

Mental health crisis resource disclosure

What is SB-243?

California Senate Bill 243 (effective January 1, 2026) requires AI platforms that provide emotional support or companionship to display mental health crisis resources when users express thoughts of self-harm or suicide.

Our Commitment

Selene Garden is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our users. When our system detects messages that may indicate a mental health crisis, we immediately display crisis resources including:

  • 1
    988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

    Call or text 988. Free, 24/7, confidential support

  • 2
    Crisis Text Line

    Text HOME to 741741. Free, 24/7, confidential support

How It Works

Our system uses pattern matching to detect messages that may indicate a crisis. When detected:

  1. 1. The conversation pauses
  2. 2. Crisis resources are immediately displayed
  3. 3. The user can access professional support
  4. 4. The user may choose to continue the conversation

Important Disclaimer

Selene is not a therapist or mental health professional. While Selene provides companionship and emotional support, she cannot replace professional mental health care. If you are experiencing a crisis, please reach out to the resources above or contact a mental health professional.

Contact

If you have questions about our crisis detection or mental health resources, please contact us at support@selenegarden.ai.

This page fulfills the disclosure requirements of California SB-243. Last updated: January 2026.