Some people prefer a visible time boundary; others find a countdown distracting or pressuring. The display is optional and does not establish that a situation is safe or treat trauma.

A practical way to use the display

Try the timer for an ordinary quiet activity such as sketching or sorting photographs. Choose a short duration, pause or stop whenever you want, and review whether the display suits you. Do not use the countdown as a requirement to stay in an uncomfortable situation.

Open the timer

Use the free visual timer to set minutes and seconds, pause or stop, and choose the display and alarm settings. Keep the tab open and the device awake while timing.