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It can sometimes be difficult to find support from family members, friends, or like minded people. While you might have a best friend or a support system and network such as groups on social media, you might want to seek support without any social interaction.

Our listeners provide emotional support through active listening. Active listening helps process your emotional distress. The following page can be filtered to seek listeners who provide long-term help and support. You can also browse listeners according to your preferred language as well as for different topics amongst other filters.

7 Cups is a chat site/app that has different options to find a good listener. You can meet new people and text chat with other individuals going through tough times - you are not alone! Everyone goes through a hard time at some point in their lives and we are here for you. Whether you are facing relationship problems, panic attacks, struggling with substance abuse, loneliness, depression, anxiety, or any other mental health issue, our site/app is a safe space based on confidential, anonymous support.

A good idea is to consider what form of support you would like in the first place - we have plenty of options to explore and one of the best ways is to give them a try to find out what works for you. We understand that different people have different needs and preferences. All these support services are appropriate for different situations.

This page can help you seek a trained active listener to talk to through 1-on-1 conversations. These listeners come from different walks of life and all are ready to offer a compassionate listening ear to people who would like to talk to someone else. You can select their username to view their detailed profile page with their shared bio and other information such as whether they have lived experience of mental health conditions or topics, their reviews, as well as their training and other badges. While our listeners do not provide direct advice, their support can help you vent your feelings and concerns in a safe space and you can work together to figure out healthy coping tools.

Listener conversations can vary in duration according to your listener's and your personal availability. Some listeners have the option to schedule chats with them in advance. You can always browse for listeners and leave them a message so that they can get back to you with their availability.

There are several other ways you can find someone to talk to at 7 Cups. These include the group chats and subcommunities. We are glad you are taking the first step towards support!

Our group chat rooms are online chat rooms that serve as different support groups where you can send text messages 24/7. We are a global community with people from all over the world. Some chat rooms include the Sharing Circle room, which is a non-judgemental safe space based on the traditions of AA and similar support groups. This space can prove helpful if you need a group of people to talk to who can listen and get to know you over a long time. Sharing your feelings and experiences as well as listening to those of others can help feel supported. You can expand your support network and make online supportive friends and connections!

On the other hand, if you would like to interact with people and talk to someone over forums, we have dedicated subcommunities for over 45+ topics covering a wide range of mental illness support topics through various sub-forums. Our subcommunities provide support, awareness, events, as well as opportunities to participate in light-hearted icebreakers.

Apart from the above mentioned mental health services at 7 Cups, we have affordable therapy options allowing you to seek online therapy for mental health problems with an online therapist, licensed psychologist, and other mental health professionals. This support is affordable as compared to other online and offline services or other options like support through insurance companies. Therapists are also available to talk to throughout the week on working days.

While our community can help support you after you have lost someone else to suicide, 7 Cups is not to be used in the state of active/passive suicidal thoughts - for such cases, please visit helpful resources such as the Samaritans or National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. For a complete list of helpful resources, click here.

If you would like to gain further insight and helpful information about different mental health topics, you can visit our Community Questions and Answers pages, or read our Expert Mental Health News and Advice articles. Other main features you can explore include our self-help guides and growth paths based on treatment protocols available for free!

The bottom line is, you are never alone - 7 Cups is a community aiming to provide compassion on a global scale. There are various ways to talk to someone at 7 Cups. These include 1-on-1 conversations based on active listening and support through trained listeners, group chats with support discussions and Sharing Circles, and the subcommunity forums. Other features that you may find helpful include the growth paths, community questions and answers, as well as expert advice sections.

LuminousOwl3
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[Currently, I am not able to be online much or chat for long sessions, but I will definitely reply back to messages as soon as I can. Please feel free to share anything you feel comfortable sharing - I'm like an interactive journal!] Hi! I am here to help as much as I can, and I will always have genuine interest to listen to you. I have a degree in Psychology and have a passion for helping people. I love learning about different cultures, and my own diversity helps me to connect with people of any background. My approach is being patient, open, compassionate, and non-judgmental; I believe in providing support, care, and understanding.
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Aputik
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Any concerns, worries, obstacles, or impossible challenges are better off your chest. Within this safe space we will untangle the line of thoughts, feelings, and emotions.  Drop me a line to discuss whatever is on your mind, we will explore it, accept it, and figure out how to make you feel better and what's the right action for you at the moment. =)
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Fradiga
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Older expatriate, widowed once when much younger. Raised children and step-children. Speaks several languages. Lives in SW France. Retired. Enjoys music (choir singer and former harpist), hikes with her dog, the outdoors and needlework among other interests. Is learning Arabic. Long church experience and interested in all religions. Has plenty of LGBTQ relatives and friends. Is USUALLY online for an hour or two from 10 AM (in GMT+2 zone), Monday through Sunday (might take days off). Checks her messages the rest of the day. Expat à la retraite. A perdu un mari jeune. A élevé des enfants et beaux-enfants. Polyglotte (apprend l'arabe en ce moment). Vit dans le sud-ouest de la France. Ses activités tournent surtout autour de la musique, les grands espaces, son chien et les travaux d'aiguille. Longue expérience cléricale avec intérêt pour toutes les religions. Beaucoup d'amis et de parenté dans le monde LGBTQ. Disponible à 10h (dans le fuseau horaire GMT+2) la plupart du temps pour une heure ou deux et répond à ses messages le reste du temps.
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Antonio7Cups
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Unfortunality, I am not available to assist 1-1 member support chats. 🌟 About Me 🌟  😄 Hello! I am Antonio, a dedicated 7 Cups teen listener who cares about the mental health and psychological well-being of our society. 🌼 As someone deeply committed to lending a listening ear and a caring heart, I believe in the power of empathetic conversations to create a safe and non-judgmental space for you. 💖 Throughout my journey on 7 Cups, I've gained insights into resilience, positivity, and the strength of the human spirit. Excited to be a significant part of your support network and share in your experiences. 👨👧 My wonderful listener twin is the amazing @, adding another layer of support and understanding to my journey.  🎧 What to Expect 🎧 ✨ In our conversations, experience a warm and welcoming atmosphere where you can freely express yourself. I'm here to listen, provide emotional support, and offer a caring presence. Together, we can navigate challenges and celebrate successes. 💪 My goal is to help you find inner strength and resources to face life's ups and downs. Remember, you're not alone, and there's always hope for a brighter tomorrow. 🍵 My roles and achievements at 7 Cups 🍵 Founder and Leader of the Kahoot Sessions TrialsChatroom Moderator of the Newbie Hub Community (Teen Community Room 24/7, Support Room 24/7 and Sharing Circle Room)Doorkeeper.Project Agent of the Outreach AL Team.Peer Supporter.Member of the Safety Patrol Team.Forum Supporter of the TV & Movies Community. 📅 Availability 🕰️ - Days: Monday to Sunday. - Time: 8:30 am to 9:30 am (EST) That is the time when I am normally available, but it does not mean that I cannot connect at other times, and you can see me, for example, in the chat rooms. ⏰ Response Time ⏰ You can expect my response within: 15 minutes to 48 hours. 🤗 Let's Connect 🤗 Feel free to reach out anytime you'd like to chat or share your thoughts. I'm here to support you in your journey, making each day a little brighter. Remember, you matter, and your feelings are valid. 💕 Thank you for considering me as your listener on 7 Cups. Looking forward to getting to know you and being a source of encouragement and understanding in your life. Take care and be kind to yourself! 🌻 Updated on March 20, 2024.
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Cpcoleman1WSU
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Hi!  I’m Conner, a verified 6+ year veteran listener here on 7Cups! Safe to say, I think you'll be in good hands! I have 29 years of life under my belt and after the unfortunate end of a 7 year relationship with a young lady with a lot of trauma in her past I’ve about seen it all. I also sadly know what it's like to be cheated on. To help you better, please try and read as much of this as you can :) Help me help you!    I'd say that relationship and breakup support is probably my best specialty, along with college life. Dating, Jesus, pregnancy (including loss), sexual assaults, college life, and breakups are all things I'm happy to talk with you about! Please keep those in mind when personally requesting me; anything outside of those specialties I can try and help with but you may find better results with a different listener. I'm sadly not a psychologist nor psychiatrist, and won't be able to help much with any severe mental health-related issues.  Per 7Cups rules “I am obligated to make a crisis referral for active suicidal thoughts and behaviors.”   Interpret that as you will. More than happy to chat about life and hopefully get you feeling better. I'd hate for a beautiful person like you to choose a permanent option to a temporary problem! We have great resources here to help with that kinda stuff.   I am religious, so if you'd like to talk about Jesus feel free to reach out; if not let me know too.  I’m active fairly often both on PC and mobile so feel free to reach out! If I'm online, feel free to chat. That means things are slow.  If I'm busy, that can mean one of 2 things: 1st: I am literally busy and likely multitasking between 7Cups and my daily life. 2nd: I hit my request cap-I'll usually take about 5 requests then flip from Online to Busy so I can give them the attention they need. Feel free to message me anyway and I'll see if I can fit you into my workload  Expect 5-10 minute delays in replies. I'm likely literally busy, or with other members. If I'm offline, I'm either asleep, or just offline in general.  ->BUT, fear not :) Send me a message and if I'm not too busy I'm more than happy to talk with you   Other important things to know: -This is NOT a fetish chat. We can talk about intimacy-related issues, but it can't and won't go any further. -7Cups system is the one that asks you for a review of me so soon; not me. I'm not being greedy! Reviews greatly help though and I appreciate the kind words  -"Hearting" my comments helps me know when I'm helping you; feel free to use the button  -I'm on Arizona Standard time.  -Good English and grammar preferred too please... it makes it much easier for me to help you :P -Feel free to check out my song of the day  I post a new one each day I'm online!    Oh and Go Cougs!    
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Camilla2004
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Here4good74
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*sorry, I don't take sexual-health chats or anything related to that* Hello,  This's Jane - she/her (or whatever I don't really mind). I'd love to welcome you here where you can vent and I'll listen, providing no judgment but only support and compassion. ~You've got this. I believe in you~ ------------------------- Roles: - Chatroom moderator (Newbie Hub, Depression Support). - Peer supporter. I can help provide emotional support for fellow listeners after a distressing chat, and help them improve their skills. Feel free to PM me. - check-in host for the appreciation team: I host an Appreciation Check-In session every Saturday 5pm (est), feel free to join me in the Teen Positivity Corner room!  Peer Appreciation Form [https://forms.gle/hfwDBA8dTaP6bhta9] Smile Spreader [https://forms.gle/rgPfNwytBgJRChp7A]  - Room supporter. - Listener verifier. - Sharing Circle host. ------------------------- "There is nothing more truly artistic than to love people." ~Vincent Van Gogh ------------------------- Please note (1) I only take chats on the topics which are mentioned on the categories, for other topics, please browse other listeners here [https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/] Please note (2) if I'm busy, please give me 48 hours to reply. And when I'm offline, I don't respond to members, and if I did, I would probably refer them to other listeners. Please note (3) you can expect your 1-on-1 chat with me to last for an hour. You can also expect a follow-up in a range of 48 hours after the chat is over, to check in on you and see how things are going. You can expect me to be thorough with answers and resources (only 7Cups resources, no resources off site), and I'm always here for you. You can always ask to be one of my long-term members. it'll be ok.. want a cookie? 🍪  🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍🌈
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NorahLeimon
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Hello! I'm glad you found me on 7 cups. I'm Ania and I'm here to listen and try to help as much as I can. I like reading, listening to music and learning new things. Feel free to message me :)
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ELYSIUMFELICITY
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                                *Unless Otherwise necessary, kindly do not waste my time with inappropriate fake issues* A VERIFIED LISTENER in mid 30's.  I am a very kind, empathetic, mysterious, full of imagination, assertive, loyal and honest person.  In short, intense and passionate.  I like to do everything with heart poured in and go all in. I am also very caring and protective of my people.  Well, I'm an emotional being too and I think we all humans are the same, but some show it and some try to hide it behind rough/rude outer appearances thinking that would make them look strong and not so vulnerable to others. I am helpful, intuitive and here to serve my purpose to the world and do my part in the society to make it a better place for as many souls as I can reach.  😍Oh yes, I am a pet lover. I love dogs and birds the most.  😍I believe, this world needs more kind souls and pure hearts from every corner of this EARTH.  So, let's LIVE, LOVE, and SERVE as much as we can. 😍                                   😊PEACE & JOY to the world😊 PS:  If you believe in zodiac signs, I'm a water sign. To be precise, I'm a SCORPION. POWERS:  Healing, Transforming, Regenerating, Strong Will Power & Inner Strength 😌 VIVIR CON EL  CORAZÓN TRANQUILO Y LA MENTE EN PAZ, NO TIENE PRECIO ------------------------- 😍WHEN YOU ARE FOCUSED ON GROWTH, SELF-LOVE AND PEACE, IT'S GOING TO COST YOU A LOT,  BUT NOTHING IS MORE WORTH IT !! 😍 The Growing Pains Of Building A New Life Is Hard, But Remember - Your New Life Is Going to Cost You Your Old One, Your Comfort Zone And Sense Of Direction, Your Relationships and Your Friends, You Being Liked And Understood.  BUT IT DOESN'T MATTER.....Because The People Who Are Meant For You Are Going To Meet You On The Other Side. ------------------------- 👉8 TOXIC PEOPLE YOU SHOULD GET RID OF:  *MindsetCoach* * THOSE WHO SPREAD NEGATIVITY. * THOSE WHO CRITIZE YOU ALL TIME. * THOSE WHO WASTE YOUR TIME. * THOSE WHO ARE JEALOUS. * THOSE WHO PLAY THE VICTIM. * THOSE WHO DO NOT CARE. * THOSE WHO ARE SELF-CENTERED. * THOSE WHO KEEP DISAPPOINTING YOU. -------------------------
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mejohndoe
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Hi! Just want you to know that you are not alone out there. I am eager to listen your story and share my time with you. Feel free to start a conversation.
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J0i
L Novice 2 7
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I'm a pretty average high school student with an interest in psychology and art. I'd really like to talk to people more, especially after COVID-19 quarantine. And of course, I'm always happy to listen to anyone who needs it!
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SillyLilyKitKat
L Beginner 7 32
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College student looking to provide support to others. Enjoy anime, tennis, and drawing. 🌸
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