Bio
Welcome, my name is Naira. I believe that one of the most effective ways to make healthy changes is to focus on building up self-compassion and understanding.
At 7Cups, in addition to earning verification, I have also completed the Quality Listening Program and Community Track Internship with Honors. I'm open to conversations on a variety of mental health topics as long as they remain appropriate and respectful.
Please keep in mind that responses to support requests may take up to 24 hours.
Helpful Resources
It is important keep in mind that listeners like me are volunteers, and we do not have the same responsibilities or expertise as licensed therapists or counselors. If you are in the United States and interested in booking an appointment with a trained therapist or counselor, some additional ways to find affordable options are Open Path Collective, Psychology Today, Psychologist Locator, and your local National Alliance of Mental Illness chapter. I believe in advocating for people seeking mental health care which is why it's important to help make this process more accessible.
Although I am comfortable discussing self-harm and we even have a self-harm recovery community forum, listeners must refer anyone actively at risk of harming themselves or others to crisis resources.
7Cups offers a variety of self-help guides here for anyone wanting information on a specific topic. Listeners aiming to expand their skills can read all training guides offered here and here.
My profile icon is photography by Cy Twombly.