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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.

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I know it's not easy to open up. But you can share anything you want without hesitation. Remember you are never alone. Glad you found me.
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Satori44
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*** Can't accept new members at the moment *** The only way to recognize and learn to use your own power is to become acquainted with your darkness.⚡ đŸ•ŻïžI am here to guide, and help you shake hands with your 'shadow', so that you might have the chance to discover it is not to be feared. I am a real human being, and will offer my authenticity but will not tolerate disrespect of any kind, nor inquiries into my personal life, which I consider indiscreet. I am able to listen for brief periods of time only, do not take appointments, and I am only able to offer support to a select few members needing a long term listener. I do not discuss anything *illegal* (or activities/interests highly frowned upon in society), examples including: criminal activity such as murder, incest, rape, when those actitivies are in any way part of your real or imagined interest.  No đŸš« casual/boredom/loneliness chats.  This is not a dating site. Do NOT request a chat if you consider yourself part of the incel community, find you fit the type, or otherwise feel incapable of attracting women in real life. *I also do not discuss the following topics: any kind of fluid sexuality concerns, and/or gender identity issues, self-harm, autism spectrum, ADHD/attention deficit disorders, OCD; men's sexual problems, infidelity and/or divorces, adoption & foster care, racial and cultural identity, depression, and social anxiety. ***The incentive for therapists is to treat the least sick for the longest amount of time*** For the general population: be mindful of putting your money and your mind in the hands of such...   Topics I am comfortable with [note that this does not mean I have personally struggled with your problem]: - Relationship Stress (love, family, work, etc.) - Managing emotions (*BPD & Bipolar accepted) - Addiction - Emotional, verbal, physical and/or sexual abuse - Lifestyle changes ("Getting Unstuck") - Eating Disorder - Women's issues - Spirituality  I do not believe in medicalising events in your life that are considered challenging.  Please view the topics I discuss prior to messaging.  Useful Links/Resources: To learn about inner peace and how to cultivate itÂ đŸŒ±: https://eckharttolle.com/ [https://eckharttolle.com/] đŸŽ™ïž Podcasts đŸȘžModern Wisdom #751 - Macken Murphy: What Does Science Say Makes Someone Attractive: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7jA5CegsjDSCV6deCuVIposi=wQLenmyGTDafnNpiyMjKLQ&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A0XrOqvxlqQI6bmdYHuIVnr [https://open.spotify.com/episode/7jA5CegsjDSCV6deCuVIpo?si=wQLenmyGTDafnNpiyMjKLQ&context=spotify%3Ashow%3A0XrOqvxlqQI6bmdYHuIVnr] 📚Books For understanding the roots of sexual conflict: When Men Behave Badly presents a unifying new theory of sexual conflict, and offers practical advice for men and women seeking to avoid it. David M. Buss - When Men Behave Badly: The Hidden Roots of Sexual Deception, Harassment, and Assault https://a.co/d/3AxoUZR Pete Walker - Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving: A GUIDE AND MAP FOR RECOVERING FROM CHILDHOOD TRAUMA https://a.co/d/g8JLWmZ  David Goggins - Can't Hurt Me (highly recommend the audiobook format, narrated by the author): https://www.audible.ca/pd/Cant-Hurt-Me-Audiobook/B07KKPGDZF Susan Cain - Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking https://a.co/d/dhWnOnN  Eckhart Tolle - The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment https://a.co/d/3DRWImp   ⭐ Lastly, for tons of great audio content to help with nervous system regulation, meditation and relaxation: Download Insight Timer - free app (with donation based system) offering ad free meditation music, calming music, guided meditations/courses, and more. https://insighttimer.com/en-ca đŸŽŒ
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Amrit333i
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Hello there! My name is Amrit, I'm a astrologer as a profession and also a counsellor. You can be comfortable talking about anything related or not related to your life. We will find solutions for everything. I'm always here to help people and to motivate them. God blessđŸ™đŸ»
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Chloe1367550
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Hi, my name is Chloe and I'm 15 and going to be 16 in April! I have been through a lot of things in my life including bullying, self-harm, sexual assault, depression, anxiety, and many more! But it shaped me to be the person I am today!
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MatchaLatte318
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Lesbian (lgbtq), partly disabled with chronic pain, ex self harmer with depression. Feel free to talk about anything under the sun, I am here to listen.
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Jojoana
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Nowadays mental health awareness has increased a lot and for my experience having someone to talk to which is not a close friend or family member about anything on your mind can relief the mental stress.  Having access to a mental health related platform would have helped myself when struggling and now that I have learned to deal with "life" I want to encourage others to do the same :)
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Rebekah
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 🌞 Introduction 🌞  Life is hard; we all know it. It's full of positive and negative moments, very few of which we have complete control over. You don't predict the future, the future predicts you. It's great to see that you're reaching out for support today. It may feel incredibly difficult to ask for guidance, be it for a current or a past situation - you are not alone in how you feel. Members: I'm currently... available for chats! Please feel free to send me a message, though do make sure that your situation matches with one of the topics listed in my profile. Listeners: I'm currently unavailable for all types of mentoring chats. Please refer to another mentor here [https://www.7cups.com/listener/listenerMentors.php?_gl=1*21f6t5*_ga*OTc5NTI0OTE2LjE2NzQ4NDk4Mjc.*_ga_B4EP65N395*MTY5MjEwMDY4OS4xNTguMS4xNjkyMTAyNDYwLjAuMC4w]. How I Listen: 🌞 I will ensure that you, as a person, are validated. How you feel is perfectly okay. 🌞 Please be aware that I will not be offering advice, as it could be very harmful to both you and your situation, and could cause offence. 🌞 You will suffer no judgement from me. 🌞 Our chat will be as supportive and comforting as possible. 🌞 Finally, I will make sure that you are heard. Your voice deserves to be listened to. ------------------------- Â đŸŒ» My InvolvementsÂ đŸŒ»Â  Â đŸŒ» Quality đŸŒ»Â  o Verified Adult-Teen Listener: I completed an interview and a mock chat with a highly experienced listener to show that I'm suitable to chat with teens, and a listener of high quality.  đŸŒ» o Listener Verifier Team: I verify listeners through the Verified Listener project! Would you like to become Verified? Learn more here [https://bit.ly/3fwev9Y]!  đŸŒ» o [Teen] Quality Mentoring: I mentor adult and teen listener quality!  đŸŒ» o Quality Mentor Leading: I lead the Safety Patrol Outreach Team. Find out more about this team by sending me a message, or by going here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SafetyKnowledgeat7Cups_181/SafetyPatrolTeam_1685/SafetyPatrolSPandtheSafetyPatrolOutreachTeamSPOT_265908/]!  đŸŒ» o Quality Ambassador: I am so privileged to be an ambassador for 7 Cups!  Â đŸŒ» Safety đŸŒ»Â  o Safety Patrolling: I flag profiles that have violations.  đŸŒ» o Safety Patrol Outreach Team [SPOT] Leader: I co-lead SPOT! On this team, we reach out to those who have fixable profile violations, as well as grade Safety Patrol applications.  Â đŸŒ» Chat Rooms đŸŒ»Â  o Doorkeeping: I'm able to open & close chat rooms.  đŸŒ» o Peer Supporting: I offer support to listeners after a difficult chat (*not* for personal issues. That is what member accounts are for).  đŸŒ» o Chat Supporting: I offer support to listeners during a tricky chat.  đŸŒ» o Global Chatroom Moderation: I help to create a positive and inclusive environment in all member chat rooms!  đŸŒ» o [Teen] Chatroom Mentor: I moderate in the listener chat rooms to ensure they stay safe and inclusive!  -------------------------  🧁 About Me 🧁   🧁 I love video gaming, specifically The Sims 4 and Resident Evil.   🧁 I love Doctor Who (10th Doctor is my favourite)!   🧁 I am once again questioning my sexuality, and I don't mind what pronouns you use! 🌈💙  🧁 My favourite music genres are classic rock, heavy metal, 70s/80s pop/rock, punk rock, and indie/alternative.   🧁 I am currently dealing with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and complex-post traumatic stress disorder (c-PTSD).   🧁 My favourite artists are; My Chemical Romance // Lady Gaga // Green Day // Joji // Studio Killers // Melanie Martinez -------------------------  ✹ VIPs ✹ @bouncySalamander26 [https://www.7cups.com/@bouncysalamander26]; Sal is a joy. He's funny, kind, a fantastic friend. Thank you, for always being awesome!  P.S. "snoozy sponge!" @Gracey [https://www.7cups.com/@Gracey]; I will never be able to thank Grace enough for her kindness and support over the years. She is sweet, understanding, patient, and always knows how to help out. Thank you, for always being a good friend 💙 @Tazzie [https://www.7cups.com/@Tazzie]; I miss you. You were an amazing listener, a dedicated leader, and an outstanding person. Thank you, for always believing in me. Rest eternally in peace đŸ•Żïž #Sun4Lyf 💙
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Ashvillium
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All I can tell you about myself is that I'm not scared of darkness anymore.
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jennysunrise8
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Hi i am an adult/teen listener married with three children who are all adults now and you are welcome to message me anytime day or night 🙂 I really do enjoy talking to people of all ages dealing with a lot of different situations and i am fine with casual chats but you should take the lead and you can take all the time you need when it comes to saying whats on your mind i am ok with waiting and do not expect quick replies or every question i ask to be answered If i am in online mode (green) you can always expect an immediate response and chat and if i am in offline mode (red) i might not be able to have a live chat right away but just leave a message and i will get back to you however i usually do stay in offline mode even when i am on here so i might message back immediately I have many different interests and i am open to talking about almost anything however above all else i believe in communication and honesty between people and will let you know right away if its a topic that I cannot support you with i am very interested in and try to practice mindfulness every day and also clear communication If you are feeling stuck in your life right now I would love to help you work through it in whatever way you feel is best for you just let me know we can all choose to do something different at any time outside of the established habits and routines that we have created for ourselves you choose when and how but change is absolutely possible and it is never too late or if you just want to vent about something going on in your life you can do that too  😊 〰 ➰ 🌀 ➰ 🌀 ➰ 🌀 ➰ 🌀 ➰ 🌀 ➰ 🌀 ➰ 🌀 ➰ 〰 7cups crisis resources  https://7cups.com/crisis/ [https://7cups.com/crisis/]   free confidential support from a helpline/hotline near you - online chat text or phone (international just put in your country)   https://findahelpline.com/ [https://findahelpline.com/]   Tiny Habits free program here on 7cups to easily add new habits into your life  https://tinyhabits.com/program/ [https://tinyhabits.com/program/]   sign up for a tiny habits coach  https://bjfogg.typeform.com/to/QXc0WJ great articles and resources on this amazing website Lifehack  https://bit.ly/2J75bK2 [https://bit.ly/2J75bK2] free procrastination workbook and self help modules  https://bit.ly/2GOcU3e [https://bit.ly/2GOcU3e] ProgressiveMuscleRelaxation  https://youtu.be/f7I2Upk5jqI [https://youtu.be/f7I2Upk5jqI] * https://youtu.be/ihO02wUzgkc [https://youtu.be/ihO02wUzgkc] Systematic Desensitization to reduce triggers that cause panic attacks or phobias  http://bit.ly/2yUhPbg [http://bit.ly/2yUhPbg]         great website everything related to SD and free ebook  http://web.csulb.edu/~tstevens/Desensit.htm [http://web.csulb.edu/~tstevens/Desensit.htm] visuals that help with breathing during panic attacks  https://dailyburn.com/life/lifestyle/stressed-gifs-breathing-exercises/ [https://dailyburn.com/life/lifestyle/stressed-gifs-breathing-exercises/] 7cups discussion on dealing with panic attacks  https://bit.ly/2MomF97 [https://bit.ly/2MomF97] 7cups discussion on reframing negative thoughts  https://bit.ly [https://bit.ly/2OnBaxv]/2OnBaxv [https://bit.ly/2OnBaxv] 30 grounding techniques to quiet the mind  https://www.healthline.com/health/grounding-techniques [https://www.healthline.com/health/grounding-techniques] 7cups discussion on managing negative internal dialogue  htt [https://bit.ly/2HOwCLl]ps://bit.ly/2HOwCLl [https://bit.ly/2HOwCLl] 24/7 youtube livestreams of relaxing sounds  https://youtu.be/63GF7qbr34U [https://youtu.be/63GF7qbr34U] * https://youtu.be/4qtD8RmvWn0 In a language as idiomatically stressed as English, opportunities for misreadings are bound to arise. By a mere backward movement of stress, a verb can become a noun, an act a thing. To refuse, to insist on saying no to what you believe is wrong, becomes at a stroke refuse, an insurmountable pile of garbage. - Ian McEwan
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DavidEss
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Hi! I'm from the UK. I'm very happy to reply to your messages when I'm online (like a text chat) , or for us to arrange a 45min session - your choice! For a session let me know when you are free, days, times, and your time zone, and we'll set something up. I am a senior, and I particularly enjoy working with adults (not teens) who are sincere about their own personal development.   I should tell you that I work with most people well, but I do have some doubts about online-only romantic relationships (I don't think they are a substitute for physical contact, basically, and can even be a way of avoiding intimacy), so if that is what you want to talk about, that's fine, but do please be aware of my views (Difficulties in online romantic relationships come up a lot on 7C, and, in my view, there are good reasons for that). My hobbies include reading, playing and listening to music, meditation and TaiChi. I also waste a lot of time,  which you can help me fill usefully ! I am spiritually minded, and I do not believe any religion or atheism is the one true way. I am happy to answer  your questions about this, however this quote may help you to "place" me, if you need to. There are three truths which are absolute, and which cannot be lost, but yet may remain silent for lack of speech.  * The soul of man is immortal, and its future is the future of a thing whose growth and splendor has no limit.   *The principle which gives life dwells in us, and without us, is undying and eternally beneficent, is not heard or seen or smelt, but can be perceived by the man or woman who desires perception.   *Each man and woman is his own absolute lawgiver, the dispenser of glory or gloom to himself; the decreer of his life, his reward, his punishment.  These truths, which are as great as is life itself, are as simple as the simplest mind of man. Feed the hungry with them. (The Three Truths - from The Idyll of the White Lotus by Mabel Collins) I have no connection whatever to any other DavidEss on the www, this username is unique to Sevencups..I would also like to emphasise that I have nothing to advertise or promote apart from my presence and awareness :) .
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happysunflower23
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Hellohello90
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coco128
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Hi! I'm Chloe! I am a caring and compassionate listener for teens. I joined 7 Cups to support those who are going through challenging times.  My other responsibility here at 7 Cups is as a member of the Safety Patrol Team. Feel free to message me if you need some support or just want to talk, and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can 😊 Sending love and peace. You can do thisï»ż ❀
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IndependentChoice
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I'm listening; soldier..  Through out my limited days on Earth, I've had an array of experiences. Some goofy while some explicit. My journey started here from my decision not to give in to the dark side. And, yes I know how tough it's to trust people even family members.  YOU may knock me when in need to talk. I'm fine with most of the common topics. War veterans welcome🙏
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kindheartedbeautifulAnna
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Good listener with a load of experience. Only the love of people can save the world.
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