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(Deutsch: Siehe unten) I only take chats within my topics.  ​Urgency first: If you are facing an acute situation like a panic attack, etc., please message me. There's no need to read the rest of the profile.  Hello and welcome to 7cups. I'm a 29-year-old female from Germany, and glad you're reading this. I had and still have to struggle with some of the things I offer support with. I hope I can help you with some things based on my experience, professional university knowledge, and over six years of experience as a Listener here. I understand you well, and maybe I have suggestions, techniques, or skills to help you. For example, I'm familiar with living with chronic pain, self-harm (stopped a few years ago), and panic attacks. I also have non-epileptic (dissociative/conversion) seizures. I'd like to exchange experience about this anytime to possibly learn from each other in managing or getting them under control better. In the following, I will describe myself as a Listener and explain in what case I am the right one for you. If you select me as your Listener and I think there is a chance that I might be able to help, I will try my best to do so. If I had to describe myself as a Listener, I would say I'm primarily supportive, reassuring, and encouraging. But despite all my empathy and understanding, I still tend to be somewhat challenging. I assure you that you have my greatest support if you choose to work with me, and I will be here for you through whatever struggle you may face. My favorite saying I took from the saw movies, which I enjoy (don't worry, I'm not a creep), is "CHERISH YOUR LIFE," and I hope I can help you do that too along the way. Send me a personal request by chatting with me or leaving me a message if: - you want to learn to live better with chronic (physical) pain/ disease, especially such that gets worse in flare-ups, or you want to know how to best support a person close to you who suffers from this (1) - you want to manage daily life better with a disability that affects you or a person close to you (autism and ad(h)d included) (2) - you want to quit self-harm (3) - you want to cope better with panic attacks and possibly get rid of them (4) - you want to talk about psychological, non-epileptic/ dissociative seizures (PNES) and possibly gain better control of them or talk about any other kind of dissociation or dissociative or psychosomatic disorder (5) - you want to chat about (C)PTSD and how it affects your life and find coping strategies that work for you (6) - you want to chat about parenting: I don't have any own kids and not so much practical experience yet, but I'll probably be doing counseling for parents, especially for children with disabilities, in my future job, so I would like to test my skills on this here and gain some first experience. (7)    - you want to chat about guilt or forgiveness. I am curious about what they involve and I'd be interested in discussing them. Depending on the situation, though, I might decide that I am not the right Listener for you at some point. (8)   - you want to chat about a personality disorder (any kind). I am curious to learn more about it, how it affects people's lives, and how they manage life with it. Yet, I am not very experienced with this topic, so it would be more active listening than suggestions. (9) - you want to learn to manage, accept, and understand your thoughts, emotions, and psychological needs. (I might decide that I am not the right person depending on what they are related to, and the chat would be more focused on the thoughts, emotions, and needs themselves and identifying them rather than what causes them.) (10) - you want to chat about faith, religion, spirituality, etc. If you wish, I might share my beliefs, but I will not force them upon you. We can try to find out what you believe or how you could solve a conflict that, for example, makes you question your faith. (11) - you have general questions about mental health, want to figure out what's going on for you, what the next steps could be, what you could do to improve your allover well-being, or if you want to find out which topic(s) the right Listener(s) for you should cover (12) - you want to discuss something related to communication or violence/abuse (any form, active and passive position) to reflect on yourself generally or regarding specific situations, or you want to discuss how communication and violence are related. Depending on the exact issue, I might not be the right Listener for you. (13) - you want to ethically or morally reflect on or position yourself in general or regarding a particular situation. (14) - you want to change a particular generally controllable (own) behavior by analyzing causing and motivational factors and looking for different ways to manage these. I have the most experience with this method regarding self-harming behavior, but I want to see if I can apply it to other topics and behaviors as well (15) If you send a personal request, please start the chat with (a) code number(s) from 1 to 15 (which you see on the list, next to the thing(s) you want to chat about) to show you have read this. I do provide long-term support as well! Let me know if you wish that, so I can see what I can offer. I offer chats related to other topics like work stress if the focus is on one of the topics listed above, e.g. work-induced PTSD, communication and/or violence, or behavioral issues at work - own behavior only.  Please note: While I have my own and professional experience with some of these topics, I am not a fully trained professional. I am in education for a job where I work with people and help them, for example, through counseling. Still, here I am only a Listener and not a Therapist. That means I can't advise you on the ultimate solution. Yet, I am glad to provide suggestions where I feel it's appropriate and consider your options together if you want to. If I am offline (red), you can still message me, and I will get in touch when I see it. If I don't take your request, feel free to message me because I might have forgotten to log out, but I will get back to you when I see it. ​ Ich spreche auch Deutsch. Themen:     - chronische Schmerzen oder Beeinträchtigung bei Betroffenen und Angehörigen, - selbstverletzendes Verhalten, - Panikattacken, - dissoziative Identitätsstörung und dissoziative Zustände/ Anfälle oder andere dissoziative Störung, - Trauma (PTBS), - Genesung/ Erholung/ Rehabililitation von einer Verletzung oder körperlichen oder psychischen Erkrankung, - Erziehung/ Elternberatung, - Schuld und Vergebung, - Persönlichkeitsstörungen, - Umgang mit Gedanken, Gefühlen und psychologischen Bedürfnissen, - Glaube und Religion, - allgemeine mentale Gesundheit, - Kommunikation und Gewalt, - ethisch-moralische Selbstreflexion und Positionierung, - Verhaltensanalyse und -änderung (eigenes Verhalten), - Andere Themen dürfen gerne beinhaltet sein, solange der Schwerpunkt auf den genannten Themen liegt, z. B. Arbeitsleben: berufsbedingte Traumatisierung, Kommunikation und Gewalt oder (eigenes) problematisches Verhalten im Beruf. Andere Themen ausschließlich auf Anfrage, wenn sonst niemand für einen Chat auf Deutsch verfügbar ist. 

Christian Pastor. 58. Male.  Many years pastoral counseling experience. non-judgmental. patient. ok with other faith/spiritual perspectives.

I am a multilinguist trying to help people with anything

I am here to listen.  I can be your sounding board. Let’s have common courtesy and respect to have a successful chat.

Hello! My name is Jay, I'm a High School Junior. Some things I enjoy are music, art, photography, and Engineering + Design. I am a board member of a nonprofit dedicated to raising funds for cancer patients, and I volunteer at my local ambulance corps. I love talking and getting to know people, and I care deeply for my friends, family, and those around me.  ------------------------- I'm online when I've got spare time; I can usually be here whenever at these times: * Sunday:          4pm-11pm EST * Monday:         6pm-10pm EST * Tuesday:        6pm-10pm EST * Wednesday:    6pm-10pm EST * Thursday:       6pm-10pm EST * Friday:           9pm-11pm EST * Saturday:       4pm-11pm EST I am also open to setting up a time/ scheduling a chat, for those who would like to. However, it is important to remember that I am a high school student. My schedule is always subject to change and the times I listed are tentative; I cannot be held to them as of now. As I said, I will not be online for every day that I listed, so if you would like to talk, please take a moment to send me a message so we can set up a definite time. I am always willing to lend an ear to those who need one! ------------------------- My main languages are English, Tamil, Arabic, and French (in order of fluency), but I am willing to speak any language with a member, considering the fact that translating sites are a tool that we can use!  ------------------------- My roles on 7 Cups: Verified Listener Listener Welcome Committee ------------------------- I make sure to respond to personal requests as soon as possible, unless the topic is beyond my scope/ understanding. Stay safe! 🩵

I'm a high schooler , and for most of my life people would come to me with problems ,and I really wanted to help, so much... i just didn't know how. Some people got better with my help, actually a lot of people did, and that feeling of seeing someone get better , is a kind of happiness nothing will ever come close to. Helping people get through their emotional problems, gave me a purpose.... something i'm the most passionate about out of everything else, cause i know what it's like to be stuck in your own mind , i know what it's like to have everyone not realize you're not okay , and keep telling you to stop being a wuss about it. I want to be the person who listens for other people. I want to be there, this has driven me to want to become a psychiatrist when i grow up ,and i am working hard on that dream everyday. 

Hi, my name is Hunter! I care about listening to people and supporting them through life’s trials and tribulations. Whatever you’re going through, I’m here to listen without judgment. Let’s talk it through and explore what moving forward could look like for you.

I believe that no matter how deep the pain in your heart is, you do not have to carry it alone. Life can bring immense challenges, but it also holds the capacity for profound healing, resilience, and hope. My own life has been shaped by major turning points, including walking through profound loss and navigating long-term struggles with trauma, PTSD, and CPTSD. I know firsthand how heavy the weight of grief and sorrow can feel. My personal journey—and my faith as a Christian—has given me a deep heart for those who are hurting. Out of this passion, I am currently pursuing formal studies in a professional counseling diploma program (graduating in March 2027) to deepen my understanding of human healing. Please note that on 7 Cups, I am here strictly as a volunteer peer listener. I cannot provide therapy or professional counseling, but I can offer you a safe, judgment-free space to vent, cry, process, or just sit in the quiet. 🌿 My Approach: Patient, compassionate, and deeply respectful of wherever you are at today. 💬 Topics I can support you with: Grief and loss, general stress, life transitions, feelings of loneliness, and moving through difficult life seasons. 🚫 Boundaries: I am here purely as a supportive peer and cannot provide crisis intervention or clinical mental health treatment. If you need someone who isn't afraid of the dark spaces and will just listen to what's on your heart, please feel free to reach out. ☕

I've been a teacher/educator my whole career. I love kids and interacting with people. I have a little dog who I adore. I used to foster rescue dogs. I really enjoy cooking and baking, especially for others.

I am an MSW (Master's of Social Work) student and a passionate artist who believes deeply in the power of human connection. I am here to offer a safe, compassionate, and completely judgment-free space for you to share whatever is on your mind. Whether you need to vent, process a tough day, or just want to feel heard, I am here to listen and support you. I specialize in discussing topics like Addiction/Substance Abuse, ADHD, bipolar disorder, Anxiety, and depression. However, I welcome all conversations. I look forward to connecting with you.

I am a husband, father, and entrepreneur. I feel called to help people. I want you to feel safe, heard, and understood, without judgment. Talk to me about anything on your mind. I have experience with relationships, family, and faith. About my profile pic: When I was going through a difficult time, a wild dove became my friend and comforted me. Its calm presence and trust in me gave me the strength to move forward. This dove inspired me to pay it forward to others who need a calming presence in their lives. Values / Identity Husband, Father, Mentor, Guide, Coach, Faith, Love, Compassion, Kindness, Empathy, Respect, Calm, Service, Introvert, Married, Entrepreneur Topics Faith, Relationships, Romance, Dating, Marriage, Sexuality, Family, Parenting, Communication, Betrayal, Objectification, Dignity, Boundaries, Trust, Connection, Loneliness, Shame, Worth, Autonomy, Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Burnout, Overwhelm, Healing, Recovery, Clarity, Purpose, Identity, Growth, Transition, Pivot, Education, Career, Work, Business, Entrepreneurship, Spirituality, God, Jesus, Christianity, LDS, Doubt, Meaning, Autism, PDA, Listening, Support, Emotions Interests Escape Rooms, Board Games, Music, Singing, Piano, Pickleball, Technology, Computers, Coding, Video Games, VR, Cooking, ATV Riding, Hiking, Puzzles

Hello, I’m dreamhope. I’m here to listen without judgment and hopefully make even a small, positive impact on someone’s day. Whether you need to vent, sort through your thoughts, or simply have someone listen, you’re welcome to be yourself here. Everyone’s experience is different, and I’m here to provide a safe and supportive space.