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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.

Mya000
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🌷 Hi there! I'm Mya, a 23-year-old verified volunteer listener for adults. I am fluent in both English and French, and I'm here to lend an empathetic ear and provide support. I also serve as a Chat Supporter, a Community Mentor for the Women's Issues community and a Forum Supporter for the Positivity & Gratitude community. 🐌 I usually don't respond quickly due to the high volume of messages I receive, but rest assured that I make it a point to reply to every message within 2–3 days at most. Your patience is greatly appreciated, as I am doing my best to be there for each of you. 🪻 If you prefer a real-time conversation, we can schedule a live chat lasting up to one hour. I am typically available between 9 AM to 1 PM EDT on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Please let me know your availability so that we can find a suitable time that works for both of us. 🐦 Mutual respect is essential for meaningful conversations. I won't tolerate any form of disrespect or discrimination towards myself or anyone else. This space is safe, and everyone deserves to be treated with kindness and understanding. 🌼 Please don't hesitate to reach out whenever you need someone to talk to. I'm here for you, ready to listen and support. Take care of yourself! ------------------------- 🚫 Please note that I don't engage in chats about sexual issues. If you're seeking support about this topic, I recommend finding another listener: https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/
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AdaptiveHug17
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I am a normal human being in an abnormal world. I like to be there and listen to people and make them feel good and at peace. I want to make people happy. I get happy when people are Happy. :) :)
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NicoWillListen
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Hello there,  I hope you're well. After being on 7cups for several years consistently I have decided to take a little break and as such can not take on any new members.  If you have come to my profile looking for support, I'm so sorry- I hope we can talk in the future. In the meantime please filter listeners by looking for the blue verified tick.  Wishing you all the best, always!   
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Timeless22
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Hi I'm glad you found me, my name is Kaiden. Mental health is very important and I believe everyone deserves a listening ear. I've learned so much by being able to speak to such a wide range of people on here. As a result I've been able to help people with many different things now. Eating disorders, self harm, paranoia, relationships, anxiety, depression, work issues, family issues, etc. So feel free to talk with me about anything, and I will promise to do my best to help you. Contact me or send me a message online or offline and I will get back to you as soon as I can.
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admirableBlanket326
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I am Michael, 29, and I am in the final semester of my MSW. I am a down-to-earth person. I enjoy hiking, traveling, and adventures, and I love music.
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SparkyGizmo
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Unable to take member chats at this time.  "You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think". - Winnie The Pooh I believe that all people need something to do, something to aspire to and someone to love. I believe that angels walk among us, because God is a really busy person-solving lack of world peace, world hunger, etc.  He sends angels to us even in human form to help the cause.  Look for them...now, look harder. I believe what you seek, you shall find. I believe that we all have something to learn from anyone and everyone that we meet. I believe that happiness is a journey and not a destination. I believe that kindness matters, always. Oh well, that's just me.  I BELIEVE ❤️  Enough about me, how about if we talk about you?  Roles on 7 cups Trained Active Listener Verified Active Listener Safety Patrol Team  Peer Pro Peer Support Global Forum Supporter 7 Cups Welcome Committee Pop Up Room Co-host when needed Eyes to the ground. Head bowed. Love in my heart. If we could only just think....."Ideologies separate us. Dreams and anguish bring us together". - Eugene Ionesco . Please let us all be kind to ourselves and to one another.  "Don't be evil" Paul Buchheit "Love Always Comes Back" GlenM's grandmother "...and this is why we can't have nice things around here".  H 😊😁😊 "Keep it real or get the banana peel". Community Mod Anne Proud recipient of the:  Funny Bunny Badge, Biggest Heart Award, Love Award, Kindness Personified Award, Electrifying Energy Badge, "O.A." Original Appreciator Badge, Unofficial "The Receptionist", Spark Hug Badge, "Sing" Badge and Sparkiest Badge (Thank you teammates! I adore you all! ❤️)
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notjayy
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GreatestClassiest
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As Salamu Alaikum  The weird listening wizard. Made In Bangladesh And So Easy To Understand, I am An Asian. Don't Be A Racist Claiming Asians Aren't Good In Listening. Serving This Ground Since 2016. I Claim Myself The Greatest And Classiest Because I Have Never Taken a Break From This Ground Since I Entered. Now Easy To Understand Because Other Listeners Here Who Show Too Much Excitement And Passion For Listening Often Break Their Own Mind And Hide Themselves Suddenly. I Can't Be That Careless Like Others, So That's My Biggest Point To Claim Myself The Greatest And Classiest of 7 Cups. Consistency Matters Most When The Task Is Voluntary. I Believe Taking A Break And Hiding From Those Who Seek Help Is Cowardice.  People Often Call Me A Narcissist, But I'll Say To Be A Narcissist, It Needs Some Unique Ability To Define Your Statement, And I Have That. And Lastly, Don't Waste My Time By Showing a Lack Of Consistency. I Trade Modesty, So Be Modest. Also, I'm A Muslim, So Choose Those Topics That Suits A Muslim Because It's Fun To Kick Someone When He Selects A Wrong Topic To Share With Me. 
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soulsings
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Sorry if you are a member or guest looking to chat, I am not currently accepting new personal requests for chats. You can browse for a listener. https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/ . You may also find these helpful https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php     https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php Some people find that mindfulness helps them cope. The video Resource Library https://www.7cups.com/forum/mindfulness/ResourceLibrary_1062/2016presentMindfulnessVideos_72071/ If you might consider a paid text therapy on 7cups, then this may be of interest https://www.7cups.com/forum/therapy/General_2432/ExcitingNewFeaturefor7CupsOnlineTherapyandCoaching_319430/ The other resource is various therapy topics  https://www.7cups.com/experts/catalog/topics/ All the best to you. Again sorry I cannot help you but my personal workload does not allow openings for that at this time.  
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Tracey12345
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Life is full of ups and downs and sometimes it is good to talk to someone caring yet impartial.. I am here to listen and find a way through  whatever is troubling you 😊
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ShadowFaerie
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Hi, I'm Faerie, & I'm glad you found me here on 7cups! I would like the opportunity to "hold your hand" through whatever subject you need help with, whether light or heavy. I will take the time to listen, without judgement. I'm a verified listener here, in the "35+" age group, & I have experience working with adolescents & adults, (including LGBTQIA+), professionally, & in volunteer positions. I have experience with a wide range of topics, including family issues, relationship issues, dv, rape, abuse, painful breakups, disabilities, homelessness, chronic pain, addictions & other speed-bumps/road-blocks that life throws us, often when least expected. I enjoy cooking, reading, painting (watercolors and sometimes acrylic), writing creatively, being independent, having picnics outside, music (of all different genres) & sci-fi, among many other things. Welcome! I look forward to meeting you!
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BearListens
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🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳 Bear's Availability ⌚ January 14th Onward: Self-Care Break until further notice January 20th Onward: I'll be prioritizing college and am unsure of my availability. Should I be available, expect us to talk for around 1 to 1.5 hours. Otherwise, expect a response from me within the same week and willingness to schedule a time that works for the both of us. * Green circles adjacent to my profile indicate that I am available to welcome new member chats and to follow up with anyone who I have already spoken with.  * Orange circles adjacent to my profile indicate that I'm occupied giving my undivided attention to someone in a member chat or am focusing on other tasks. I may not be able to have 1-1 chats at that time. Messages from new members are welcome. * Red circles adjacent to my profile indicate that I am unavailable to have member chats. I am open to coordinating dates and times for conversations. Messages from new members are welcome. Please refer to my "Categories" section for a list of topics I'm available to discuss with members as well as ones that I'm personally familiar with.  ------------------------- 🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️🏕️ Resources for Members 📨 7 Cups's Listeners: https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/  Self Help Guides: https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php Crisis Resources: https://www.7cups.com/crisis/ [https://www.7cups.com/crisis/]   [https://www.7cups.com/crisis/] 7 Cups Community Forums: https://www.7cups.com/community/ [https://www.7cups.com/community/]  Experts' Articles: https://www.7cups.com/experts/   ------------------------- 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳 A Bear's Day in the Life 🍯 Country of Origin: United States  Age: 25  Pronouns: He/Him Occupation: Second-Year undergraduate student STEM major Hobbies & Interests: Spending time with family, solving word-finds, browsing the web & going for long walks Fun Fact: Not actually a bear ------------------------- ⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️⛰️ Bear's Personal Statement 📄 My goal is to pay it forward: I am grateful for the support I received from listeners and for the support I provide for members through this innovative platform. After chats with listeners, I was given clarity, hope and joy. After chats with members, I discovered purpose, fulfillment and value for myself. From both perspectives, I found reasons to pay it forward. There's a positive cycle and a symbiotic relationship between listeners and members where both benefit from supportive conversations. Members rely on support from listeners to overcome challenges and listeners rely on members to develop a greater sense of self worth. Whether you're reaching out for support or you're providing support to someone else, you as well as the other person are walking away with something greater! By pledging to pay it forward and remembering how much I appreciate what I've gotten from 7 Cups, I hope to inspire others to pay it forward as well and to continue the positive cycle. My goal is to be a supportive pillar for members through formal conversations or through casual conversations. Formal conversations prioritize emotional support and active listening. Casual conversations welcome lighthearted chats about everyday interests and ideas. I also aspire to take on leadership roles such as Quality Mentor to support my fellow listeners too. To develop as a listener, I've undergone verification, graduated from the Quality Listening Program and started the internship program on 7 Cups. Listening to you,  Bear 🐻 🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳🌳
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