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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.

WillingToHelpU
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Hi! My name is Will (he/they) and I'm really glad that you've found me here on 7 Cups. I know how hard opening up to people can be firsthand, so I'm glad you're taking a step in the right direction. About Me: I am an undergraduate student studying neuroscience. I use my own lived experience to guide my knowledge but stay up to date on psychological literature. I am a Dissociative Disorders Discussion Host (check the discussion schedule out here: https://www.7cups.com/forum/trauma/General_2433/ScheduleDiscussionsoftheTraumaSubCommunity_302437/) and currently try to focus my chats on those with dissociative disorders and trauma, though I am open to chat with about a variety of things outside of that. Experience: My primary area of expertise is in dissociative disorders and trauma, but I have many areas that I can support individuals in, including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, school/work stress, and addiction. Time: On average, I can dedicate 45-90 minutes per individual chat. I will give 5-10 minute notices before I have to sign out, so do not expect an abrupt end to a conversation. I can check back with individuals after a conversation, but I typically offer one-off support to folks. Please let me know if you would like me to check back in, and expect a check-in after roughly a week if you ask. Disclaimer: Due to being a student, my availability may be spotty during certain academic periods, so if you need to reach me, please message me and be patient (feel free to double message as well). Thank you for taking the time to read this, if you have any questions or just want to reach out, feel free to send me a message.
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RoyalRose13
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HI there New friend! My Name is Aly, but you can also call me rose!  I am here to listen to you about anything, anything at all! Reach out and if I'm online i will reply as fast as I can! If you just want someone to talk about something random to distract you from the crazy pace of life, i'm that friend!.   Relationships, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD Overthinking, Overrating, Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Test Anxiety, Family issues, and so much more! (Check my list) About me! Hi there! I'm a high school senior in Texas! I Am attending A&M at College Station this summer for sports Psychology! Someday I hope to work in the MLB! I love country music I want to learn how to dance and I love to draw!  Message me if you need support or someone to distract you from the fast paced world we live in! My Status? Green: I am Available To talk! Yellow: I am Online, But busy, so may reply late Or i have 2 active chats. Red: I am offline, or Online but unable to Guarantee support. Please leave a message and I will try to get back to you accordingly
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lizmtay
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Hi! My name is Elizabeth and I've been dealing with mental health issues since I was about 14. I'm 22, a college student, cat mom, marvel enthusiast, and ENFP (if you like that type of thing). I've always wanted to be there for someone like I didn't have growing up. I love using my empathy and compassion to support others. I plan to  get my masters in clinical mental health counseling :3
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Belong
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Hey am here to listen you rant about all stuff you have been botteling up :) 
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aslswift89
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woman, life,freedom Hi <3 you can call me ivy and I'm here for you to try my best to listen to your soul. 🫂 (Just to clarify: the Islamic Republic flag on my profile is only there to determine my nationality, which is Iranian.  [so you can speak to me in Persian or English] I DO NOT believe or support the convictions of this government and its dictatorship over the great people of Iran) 
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Kelley Goodwin

KelleyGoodwinLPCATR
Licensed Professional Counselor, Psychotherapy/Art Therapist, LPC, ATR
Atlanta , GA
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Attachment and psychodynamic focused, I provide the client a connected, affirming, and protective experience to creatively integrate trauma and explore their true self.
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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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Husky2223
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I have seen and experienced a lot of different issues especially growing up and I still do. I have gotten a lot better with my issues and I would love to be there for you in your time of need. I’m always open to listen whenever you need 
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Jennifer Patterson

JenniferPattersonLMFT
Art Therapist, LMFT
Faro
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Life can be messy. Sometimes you need a little support to make your way through it. I love to help guide people through their challenges & to find the beauty in our messes.
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Hope
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Hi! I am Laiba, also known as Hope! I oversee 7 Cups academy [https://www.7cups.com/forum/SiteUpdates_100/HsHaven_1970/StriveTowardsLeadershipProfessionalExcellencethe7CupsAcademy_232978/1/]. At the moment I am unable to provide listening support to members. I believe education should be practical and available to all. I have the honor of contributing to just that through 7 Cups academy. Explore your options and reasons to join the academy here [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/7-cups-academy/] All our programs are free and we provide a certificate and a badge upon completion. If you have feedback about an academy program or you wish to recommend a new program, please let us know using this form.  [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdQ6rJ-wZOzUVpI_FDpc4dkHRKgBiJQwq1NfoK_aL7F-RyP8g/viewform] Please read before PMing! ✦ My response time is within 2 working days. I am typically not available on weekends.  ✦ I am no longer taking member support requests/listening requests concerning personal issues. If you are looking for a supportive listener, please find one here! [https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/] I have created a few growth paths (some in collaboration with the community) that I would love for you to explore! ✦ Preventing Burnout at 7 Cups [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/preventing-burnout-at-7-cups/] ✦ Managing Anxiety [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/managing-anxiety/] ✦ Leadership Basics [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/leadership-101/] ✦ Watering Hope [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/watering-hope/] ✦ Study Motivation [https://www.7cups.com/path/playlist/study-motivation/]
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softFern8271
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Hi there, I am Shivank. You can talk to me if you feel low in life..
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Kristynsmama
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Note:  I am currently not accepting personal requests for chats from new members. *:・゚✧*:・゚˚ ༘♡ ⋆。˚*:・゚✧*:・゚Hello!!*:・゚✧*:・゚˚ ༘♡ ⋆。˚*:・゚✧*:・゚ Welcome to ✨Kristynsmama's✨ Profile Page!!  ✨I am a verified listener here on 7 cups!✨  ✨I am so glad that you have stopped by!!✨ ✨I am in CST.✨ ✨I currently am not able to accept personal requests. ✨ ✨Fun Facts✨ ✨I live on a farm.✨ ✨I love animals✨ ✨I have 6 dogs, 2 indoor cats, 6 barn cats, 2 horses, 4 chickens, 2 saltwater fish tanks, 2 fresh water fishtanks, 1 donkey, 1 llama, and a partridge in a pear tree.✨ ✨I can turn any conversation into a conversation about dogs✨ 🌻I grow all of my own fruits and vegetables and they are all organic.🌻 🌻I may grow fruits and veggies, but I still believe that Chocolate should be it’s own food group🌻 ✨My favorite colors are blue and purple.✨ ✨I have an alarmingly large collection of keychains from around the world.✨  ✨My hobbies include horseback riding and jumping.  And I used to be a barrel racer.  I also enjoy painting although I’m not great at it.  And I’m an avid cyclist. ✨I have a chronic autoimmune disease that sometimes makes my energy plummet.  I usually update my profile at the top of my profile if I’m going to be taking a self care day. ✨If you really knew me, you would know that my passion in life is to support other people through challenges that I myself have been through.  I have lived experience in grief and loss, eating disorders, addiction, depression, anxiety, and much more.✨ My current leadership roles include: ✨Approved Adult-Teen listener ✨Chatroom Mentor ✨Teen Chatroom Mentor ✨Community Mentor Leader: grief & loss ✨Quality Mentor ✨Academy Mentor:  LDP ✨Safety Patrol ✨Anonymous Evaluations Team ✨Academy Outreach Project Agent ✨Communities Leadership Project Agent ✨Peer support ✨Chat support ✨Teen Chat Support ✨Room Supporter (Newbie Hub) ✨Listener Discussion Leader ✨Doorkeeper ✨Smile Spreader ✨Kindness Crusader nominator ✨I have completed the following courses:✨ ✨Leadership Development graduate (with honors) 12/2023 ✨Internship Graduate (with honors) 12/2023 ✨Quality Listening Program Graduate (with Honors) 01/24 ✨Inner Development Goals Program Graduate 12/2023 ✨Community Builder Course Graduate 12/2023 ✨The Listener chats that I currently host are: ✨Listener check in Mondays at 9 pm EST in the LCR ✨Listener Sharing Circle:  once a month.  I will post the date and time on my bio here on the 1st of each month. ✨Listener Discussion once a month.  Date and time will be posted on the 1st of the month.  Located in Listener Discussion Room ✨Grief & Loss Group Support Chat  adults:  2nd and last Wed of each month 9-11 pm EST in Support Session Adult Room ✨teens:  1st and 3rd Wed of each month from 9-10 pm EST in the Support Session for Teens Chatroom. 💖If I don’t respond right away, Please find another listener here💖 💛What is 7 cups?💛 ⭐️It IS a place for you to come where you can share life’s challenges in a safe, confidential and supportive environment! ⭐️It IS a place for you to discover your own solutions to your problems with the help and guidance of a non judgmental person. 💛What 7 cups IS NOT💛 ⭐️It is not a place for crisis intervention.  If you are actively suicidal, please understand that I will not chat with you.  Instead, I will send you a list of resources.  You are welcome to reach out to me again once you are feeling better! ⭐️It is NOT a place to discuss sexual desires, fantasies, or role plays in any capacity.  I will not take sexual chats. 💛What is the role of a listener?💛 ⭐️A listener is NOT a therapist.   ⭐️They are simply volunteers who want to support you and guide you to discover your own solutions to your problems. ⭐️A listener should never give you advice! 💛My Chat guidelines💛 ✨ Please follow the community guidelines in any chat with me.  I will always do the same. ✨Please do not chat with me about sexual topics.  This includes pornography, fantasies, asking me to role play a fantasy, and asking intimate details about my own sex life or fantasies/desires. ✨All of my chats are about 60 minutes each and my time is valuable and limited.  I will do my best to give you adequate time to chat, but please know that sometimes I’m just not available. ✨Please do not ask for my instagram, Facebook, email address, phone number, etc….  I will not give out any identifying information for your safety and for mine and because it is against community policy!  Equally I will not reveal where I live, my gender or my age.  If those things are that important to you, then it's probably best you find another listener. ✨ I follow a 3 warning system.  If you choose to disregard my boundaries, I will disconnect the chat on the third warning. 🛑 Chat Topics I DO NOT TAKE: 🛑 ✨Men’s Issues (sorry guys, I’m a lady and I just don’t have knowledge). ✨Sexual Health 🔔Green: I'm online, feel free to send me a message.  🔕Orange: I am busy, but there's a chance I might be able to reply. 📭Red: I'm offline. Replies can vary, but I do my best to reply as soon as possible.   ୭̥⋆*。୭̥⋆*。 Listener Twins ୭̥⋆*。୭̥⋆*。 Jenna Averyjr23 dreamicicle8467 Dancat1128 ୭̥⋆*。୭̥⋆*。 Kindness Twin: ୭̥⋆*。୭̥⋆*。 AnnaSilverberg My amazing mentor is also AnnaSilverberg and credit for my adorable profile pic also goes to Anna!
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niknak789100
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Hello! I am genuinely glad you have taken this step to reach out. My name is Nikita, and I would be more than happy to listen to you. I won't pretend that I know how to fix your problem(s). Instead I will listen to you in the same way I would a loved one, and try my best to understand your situation. If I'm online then send me a request, and even if I'm not, then send me a message anyway so we can arrange a time to chat! I look forward to hearing from you soon. Much love. <3
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Anna Pavia

annapaviacounselor
Licensed Professional Counselor, psicologa psicoterapeuta psychotherapist psychologist counselor
rome
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I feel my work as my personal mission and I love it. My work with clients is nonjudgmental, supportive. I am a very good listener. I use several approaches. Amo il mio lavoro.
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comfortableNight4463
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Hi! I'm Night. I am here to provide support by listening to you.  I am available on; Tuesday (10PM to 12AM EST) Wednesday (8PM to 10PM EST) Thursday (6PM to 8PM EST) Friday (10 AM to 2PM and 8PM to 10PM EST)  Saturday (8PM to 10PM EST) Sunday (10AM to 2PM EST) *All times are in EST (United States)
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