10) About the Writer: Writing Effective Writer Biographies
As discussed before, incorporating EAT helps enhance content quality and helps more people discover the developed content.
Apart from ensuring EAT within our content, we need to ensure that we have effective writer biographies that support the developed content.
In this discussion, we will understand how to ensure effective writer biographies through applying EAT and other best practices.
Expertise
- When considering the expertise factor for author biographies, expertise refers to the credentials or experience the author has.
- Medical content is best supported/expertised through medical professionals, for example, and similarly, relevant experience or education qualifies as expertise.
- However, if one does not have a degree, expertise can be demonstrated through lived experience or other ways. For example, being an active listener for 7 Cups for 3 years does demonstrate expertise in listening and supporting mental health concerns.
Note: To keep up with the Expertise factor’s need, 7 Cups currently either pairs content writers with experts and content is published through the expert profile with the writer biography contained at the end of the co-authored article, or publishes writer works through a shared account called “7 Cups Community, Global Support” - the biography of this account is optimized to reflect EAT.
Authoritativeness
- Authority in terms of an author biography refers to the number of citations the author has. This includes their publications and other published content, as well as any reviews or things that show the impact or quality of their work.
Trust
- Trust is also determined by an author’s citations - trusted authors have published content for websites and publications that score high on EAT factors.
- Trust is also established through the quality of an author’s content.
Activity
Using the factors discussed above, write a biography for your prospective articles at 7 Cups. Feel welcome to include your real name/pseudonym or first name - anything you are comfortable with being prospectively published!
After you have written the brief paragraph-form biography, point out what parts of the biography highlight each of the EAT factors.
Respond to at least one other trainee’s biography and comment your feedback for improvement.
Bonus (Optional): Consider starting a 7 Cups creator portfolio here!
@SoulfullyAButterfly
In late 2020, Summer received her bachelors degree in psychology with a concentration in community psychology. In mid 2024, Summer not only trained up to become an active listener but also did her first internship with 7Cups and graduated from the program in mid September. Additionally, Summer has also shared her knowledge and expertise as a self-advocates through a serious of talks and panels at various autism conferences prior to the pandemic. Finally, Summer has also written blogs on behaf of an autism publishing company.
Expertise
- She not only is there experience of living on the spectrum but other areas, educational background in psychology, public speaking at several autism conferences,
Authoritativeness
- Authority - College credibility, knowledge, and expertise
Trust
- Been involved with the 7cups internship
@Summershy
You bring a well-rounded blend of personal experience, academic knowledge, and professional involvement to your work in the fields of mental health and autism. After earning your bachelor’s degree in psychology with a concentration in community psychology in late 2020, you didn't stop there. You also were trained as an active listener and completed your 7 Cups internship in mid-2024, demonstrating your commitment to the field. Your public speaking engagements and writing contributions further showcase your dedication. With both lived experience on the spectrum and a background in psychology, you embody expertise, authoritativeness, and trustworthiness, making you a credible and compassionate advocate for the communities you serve.
Excellent work!
@Summershy Great.. I am really looking forward to read more about Autism as my child is Autistic. Thank you 😊
@Tuliphealing
Thank you so much. I plan on writing an an article on how autistic individuals., can be trained to recognize red flags from narcissistic individuals.
@Summershy That would be helpful. Please share the link after you post it.
@Summershy
Nice bio! I like how you highlighted your experience and involvement with 7 Cups, really shows your credibility and dedication.
@RichFaust
Thank you so much. I wanted to keep my bio as anonymous as possible while keeping things professional.
@Summershy I admire your biography and how your role in 7 Cups fits you academic and professional background. It's so insightful seeing a 7 Cups listener in their element. I wish you the best in all your endeavors.
@SoulfullyAButterfly
My bio would look like:
Tuliphealing is a very empathetic listener at 7 cups for over a year at Explorer level 7. She has helped 68 people and very dedicated to her role as a listener in 7 cups. She is also a teacher with teaching experience of more than 10 years and have been keen observer of many different situations and people. She has also overcome many challenges n life which makes her an empathetic listener and wiser to understand situations. She is also a contributor to 7 cups for creating well researched content with practical life perspective. She believes in self compassion and mindfulness.
Expertise: The highlighted experience of more than 1 year experience on 7 cups shows the dedication in providing mental health support in 7 cups platform.
Authoritativeness Mentioning real life experience as a teacher for such long duration and also mentioning the time dedicated in 7cups and listener level mentioned to share the dedicated duration.
Trust: Focusing on real life experiences with well researched content for contributions in 7 cups builds trust.
@Tuliphealing
Well done!
@ScorpiaD Thank you 😊
@Tuliphealing
Neatly Described 👏🙌💜
@Kosmoslistening Thank you 😊
@SoulfullyAButterfly
Here's My bio:
Kosmo is a 7 Cups Listener and Intern, and a student of Content Development & Marketing alongside postgraduate studies in Guidance & Counselling. With hands-on experience offering empathetic support and a foundation in communication and mental health principles, he combines academic learning with real-world practice. Known for his commitment to self-help, journaling, and mental health advocacy, Kosmo emphasizes confidentiality, continuous learning, and compassion. His goal is to provide accessible, responsible support and bridge the gap between professional guidance and community care.
E-A-T Evaluation
Expertise
- Formal education has been mentioned (Content Development & Marketing + PG Diploma in Guidance & Counselling)
- Hands-on experience as a 7 Cups Listener & Intern real world exposure
Authority
- Affiliation with 7 Cups, a globally recognized mental health support platform, lends credibility.
- States dual foundation in business/communication and psychology, which strengthens cross disciplinary education.
Trustworthiness
- Clearly mentions confidentiality, continuous learning, and compassion, representing core values of ethics and safe space
- Focused on responsible, accessible support rather than exaggerating abilities, thus abiding to honesty and transparency
@Kosmoslistening
You demonstrate a potent blend of academic knowledge and practical experience, offering empathetic and responsible support through your role as a 7 Cups Listener and Intern. Your commitment to confidentiality, continuous learning, and mental health advocacy reflects both professionalism and genuine compassion.
@ScorpiaD
That means a lot... Thank you so much Scorpia💖
I have come up here when I was studying my master degree.
I have gone on this website, and try to do every thing I can get into the counseling area. I tried my best on every single homework that is given. I also joined the trainee that was further introduce to me, and I continue growing in this area because of 7 cups of tea. I am grateful for this website. So, I have been here for ten years, and I am growing old, but wish my age will grow with my mental and spiritual.
@SoulfullyAButterfly
Rich Faust is a compassionate listener who supports youth and adults through anxiety, emotional struggles, and self-esteem challenges. At 7 Cups, she is committed to creating a safe and welcoming space where people can share freely without judgment. She brings empathy and practical guidance to every conversation, helping others navigate challenges and fostering human connection.
E-A-T
Expertise:
• Active listener supporting youth and adults through emotional struggles.
• Practical experience and empathy demonstrate applied listening skills.
Authoritativeness:
• Role as a 7 Cups listener establishes credibility within a respected mental health support platform.
Trustworthiness:
• Focus on creating a safe, non-judgmental space shows reliability.
• Emphasis on empathy and practical guidance builds reader trust.
@SoulfullyAButterfly
Biography
I am McElysium, an online therapist at 7 Cups with over four months of experience providing mental and emotional support to dozens of members. I am privileged to listen to and guide people who are facing challenges in depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress from work or school, and relationship issues. I have personally encountered these issues, enabling me to connect with others with undiluted empathy.
I prioritize active listening, genuine care, and true conscious empathy to create a safe and serene environment for people to express themselves freely. I believe that everything deserves to be seen, heard, and cherished. My personal hobbies include illustration and reading philosophical books.
Expertise:
• I am skilled at active listening and empathy.
• I enhance my knowledge of behavioral and mental well-being through reading philosophical books.
• I offer mental and emotional support for victims of depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress from work or school, and relationship issues.
Authoritativeness:
• I am recognized by 7 Cups for offering online therapy and emotional support.
• I apply personal life experiences to help others overcome their challenges.
Trust:
• I prioritize a safe and serene environment for free, nonjudgmental communication.
• I am dedicated to members feeling seen, heard, and cherished through empathy and active listening.
@SoulfullyAButterfly
Biography
I am McElysium, an emotional support therapist at 7 Cups with over four months of experience providing mental and emotional support to dozens of members. I am privileged to listen to and guide people who are facing challenges in depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress from work or school, and relationship issues. I have personally encountered these issues, enabling me to connect with others with undiluted empathy.
I prioritize active listening, genuine care, and true conscious empathy to create a safe and serene environment for people to express themselves freely. I believe that everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and cherished. My personal hobbies include illustration and reading philosophical books.
Expertise:
• I am skilled at active listening and empathy.
• I enhance my knowledge of behavioral and mental well-being through reading philosophical books.
• I offer mental and emotional support for victims of depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress from work or school, and relationship issues.
Authoritativeness:
• I am recognized by 7 Cups for offering mental and emotional support services.
• I apply personal life experiences to help others overcome their challenges.
Trust:
• I prioritize a safe and serene environment for free, nonjudgmental communication.
• I am dedicated to members feeling seen, heard, and cherished through empathy and active listening.
@SoulfullyAButterfly
Biography
I am McElysium, an emotional support listener at 7 Cups with over four months of experience providing mental and emotional support to dozens of members. I am privileged to listen to and guide people who are facing challenges in depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress from work or school, and relationship issues. I have personally encountered these issues, enabling me to connect with others with undiluted empathy.
I prioritize active listening, genuine care, and true conscious empathy to create a safe and serene environment for people to express themselves freely. I believe that everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and cherished. My personal hobbies include illustration and reading philosophical books.
Expertise:
• I am skilled at active listening and empathy.
• I enhance my knowledge of behavioral and mental well-being through reading philosophical books.
• I offer mental and emotional support for victims of depression, anxiety, loneliness, stress from work or school, and relationship issues.
Authoritativeness:
• I am recognized by 7 Cups for offering mental and emotional support services.
• I apply personal life experiences to help others overcome their challenges.
Trust:
• I prioritize a safe and serene environment for free, nonjudgmental communication.
• I am dedicated to members feeling seen, heard, and cherished through empathy and active listening.
@McElysium
Excellent work!
@SoulfullyAButterfly
Cats is a dedicated mental health advocate and social media creator who focuses on supporting those navigating depression and anxiety. Drawing from extensive lived experience, Cats is an active voice in mental health forums, providing peer support and guidance to individuals in need of immediate connection. After completing a 2025 internship with 7 Cups, they have dedicated their platform to making support accessible and dismantling the stigma of social withdrawal through relatable, heart-centered content and evidence-based insights.
- Expertise: Cats demonstrates expertise through extensive lived experience and a history of providing direct peer support within mental health forums.
Authoritativeness: Their authority is established by their influence as a social media advocate, serving as a trusted resource for a significant and engaged following.
Trust: Trust is built through their formal completion of the 7 Cups internship program and their transparent, high-quality engagement with the community.
@ipoopcats
Excellent work!
