Bio
Note: Please expect delays if you reach out to me. I'm currently in my finals week at school, and afterward will be moving, so I may be offline for several days at a time. Please feel free to contact me and message me again if it's been a couple of days. I promise I care, I am just incredibly busy for the next few weeks.
Hi! My name is Will (he/they), and I'm really glad you've found me here on 7 Cups. I know firsthand how hard opening up to people can be, 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 lived experience to guide my knowledge but stay current 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. Outside of here, I have over a year of clinical experience in residential and addiction programs and over a year of research experience on psychopathologies.
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.
