tonen Free
Yours to start with.
FreeNo subscription needed
- 21 ready-to-use conversation scripts
- All four core Calm exercises
- One use each of Reply Helper, Perspective Helper and Debrief
- Save your favourite scripts
A little support for real conversations
When you don’t
know what
to say.
Conversation scripts and gentle support for autistic, ADHD and neurodivergent people — and anyone with social anxiety.
Free to start.
Go at your own pace.
Made by neurodivergent creators
Words you can make your own.
Before the conversation.
In the moment. Afterwards, too.
You don’t have to find every word on your own. Start with a script, get help with a reply, or give yourself a little space after a difficult chat.
What tonen gives you
Support for the
moment you’re in.
01 Conversation scripts
A starting point.
In your own words.
Over 180 ready-to-use social scripts for work, family, health, education and everyday life. Choose a direct, warm, firmer or softer tone. There are words for asking for support, and for pausing or leaving, too.
Save the scripts you come back to. Keep them close, even offline.
Explore conversation scripts02 Reply Helper
For the message
you keep reopening.
When you know what you mean but not how to say it, start with the message. Reply Helper offers three possible replies. Choose the wording that feels like you, or try a different tone.
A little help finding the words. You decide what to send.
Try Reply Helper
03 Debrief
The conversation ended.
Your thoughts haven’t.
Talk through what happened. Debrief helps you notice what stands out, consider a balanced view and decide whether anything needs doing next.
Space to reflect after a conversation, with a place to stop.
Try Debrief
04 Phone Call Mode
Something to lean on
when they answer.
Prepare an opener for booking an appointment, following something up or making an everyday call. Keep useful details and lines for taking a moment together.
Prepare before you dial. Come back to your words when you need them.
Try Phone Call Mode
05 Perspective Helper
A short reply can
mean more than one thing.
Share the situation and explore a few possible interpretations, alongside words you could use. Make room for another angle without assuming what someone else thinks.
Possibilities to consider, rather than a verdict on the conversation.
Try Perspective Helper
06 Calm Kit
A moment to come
back to yourself.
Box breathing, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding, a body scan and a safe-place exercise. Simple, guided tools for before a conversation, afterwards, or whenever you need a pause.
All four core exercises are free, and work offline.
Try Calm Kit
Who it’s for · Ages 13+
There’s no one way
to communicate.
tonen is for the moments that take a little more preparation. You don’t need a diagnosis, or a particular way of thinking, to use it.
Also for parents supporting neurodivergent teens.
In other people’s words
“Just wonderful. This has really helped me when making phonecalls.”App Store review
“Well-designed and intuitive app. Easy to use, simple to navigate and useful exercises.”App Store review
Free to start
A little support.
Room for more.
Start with the free tools. Choose Premium if you’d like more.
tonen Premium
More words. More possibilities.
$4.99per month, or $49.99 per year
- The full library of over 180 scripts
- Phone Call Mode
- 50 shared Helper uses each week
- Custom scripts and additional Calm tools
Prices vary by App Store region. Your local price and any eligible trial are shown before purchase. Manage or cancel your subscription in iPhone Settings.
How do I get started?
Download tonen for iPhone. Start with 21 free scripts, four core Calm exercises, and one use each of Reply Helper, Perspective Helper and Debrief. A subscription is optional.
How much does it cost?
tonen has a free plan and an optional Premium subscription, available monthly or annually. Premium includes the full script library, Phone Call Mode, additional Calm tools and 50 shared Helper uses each week. Check the App Store for your local price and any trial eligibility.
Does tonen help with phone calls?
Yes. Phone Call Mode helps you prepare an opener, useful details and lines for asking for a moment. It supports everyday calls such as booking appointments and following things up. It does not listen to or make the call for you.
What is the Reply Helper?
Share a message and get three possible replies. Choose the one that fits, or try a different tone. You stay in control of what you send.
What does Debrief do?
After a conversation, share what happened. Debrief helps you notice what stands out, consider a balanced view and identify a possible next step. It gives you a place to stop, too.
Will it work offline?
The bundled scripts and core Calm exercises work offline. Premium scripts still require Premium access. Generating replies, perspectives, debriefs and custom scripts requires an internet connection.
Is tonen therapy?
No. tonen provides practical communication support and tools for taking a pause. It is not therapy, diagnosis, medical advice or an emergency service.
Is my data safe?
tonen uses access controls to protect your account data. Read our privacy policy for details of storage, processing and your choices. Avoid including details you don’t need to share when using Helpers.
You can start
with a few words.
21 free scripts. Four Calm exercises. A little less to carry.