Welcome to the Therapist Sub-community August 2021
Welcome and thank you for joining the 7cups Online Therapy Sub Community!
Some people have questions about what therapy is like. Here is a post explaining more about therapy by LisaMeighanMBPsS , clinical director of therapy at 7cups:
Therapy is the process of meeting with a therapist to resolve problematic behaviours, beliefs, feelings, relationship issues, and anything that is on your mind. It can be a great place to have a safe space to talk about the things that have been bothering you. Beginning therapy can be a big step toward being the healthiest version of yourself and living the best life that you can, no matter what challenges you're experiencing. It might feel daunting at first as even positive change can be really tough! Through therapy, you can change self-destructive behaviors and habits, resolve uncomfortable feelings and improve your relationships.
Your relationship with your therapist will be a close and trusting connection but sometimes it can take time to develop or you feel like it might not be a great fit between you and your therapist, it's important you find the right therapeutic fit. 
Please let us know if you have any more questions!
If you want to start exploring about 7cups Online Therapy, you can check out these question and answer threads https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsOnlineTherapy_157/FAQfrequentlyaskedquestionsabout7cupsOnlineTherapy_2181/
Want more personalized guidance? To apply for 7cups online therapy, click on this link https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1
Please feel free to post in this thread your comments and questions.
Welcome to the 7 Cups Online Therapy sub-community. We are so glad you are here with us and spending time in this welcoming space. No matter what you're seeking support with or you just want a space to connect with others, we are here for you. Please feel free to let us know your questions or anything you feel might be useful for the sub-community as we want to make it an engaging space to be.
Take care! :)
I look forward to help . Counseling in past has said that I seem to be fine? At this point, I am unsure of progress. I have been though three counselors. I want to be successful with my journey I have, cost and trying to understand depression as it are just a few hurtles I continue with
Thanks ... I prefer write with single Person and no write in a pubblic post
@imaginativeTurtle894 I respect your preference to speak 1-1 rather than post in public forum. Here is a link to connect with a listener in a 1-1 anonymous chat https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/
Hope you get the support you are looking for.
I am a male , diabetic and deal with depression, love to find support in just checking in and chatting. Just like a dependable listener
I am a 17 year old girl dealing with depression. It would be great to get some support 🙂
@kindBalloon9867 sorry you have the challenge of depression. That sounds rough to eal with it. I mention some of the supports available at 7cups.
If you want to try lifestyle changes in addition to seeking professional help, you might consider exercise, mindfulness, eating healthy moderate protein low carb diet, getting fresh air and either online or in real life social contatct.
There are free self help guides https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php
You can browse for a listener. https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/ .
You may also find these helpful https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php
Some people find that mindfulness helps them cope. The video Resource Library https://www.7cups.com/forum/MindfulnessSupportCommunity_106/ResourceLibrary_1062/
Discussion for 50+ 35+ and mindfulness are here (18+ welcome)
https://www.7cups.com/forum/50OverCommunity_193/TeamToolsandTeamUpdates_1705/50plusDiscussionsScheduleandTopics_207920/
@kindBalloon9867 I am sorry you suffer from depression. This article on coping skills by Lisa one of the online therapists is extremely helpful https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsOnlineTherapy_157/DevelopingHealthyCopingSkills_2253/WhatisDepressionandHowToCopeWithIt_253536/
Hello my name is KrystleLynn and I am an aspiring psychologist and I look forward to helping those who need and want help as well as look forward to finally be able to reach out to others who may be on my page if that makes sense..
@fearlessMoon4486
We are so glad you are with us and sharing all the things that you are learning with us at 7 Cups.
Hello! Im a teen mom, Dj, and i deal with a lot of stress...i would love to talk to others that can relate...
hi ! i am teen mom too or i use to be , i know it can be hard but you are expieriencing something people do in thier 30s . my daughters name is rachel she was born when i was just 14 years old . it was rape for me . but i didnt let that stop me i just let my life go on and believe me when your child grows you feel the true feeling of motherhood and hard work
@Sara2580
Hello dear Sara,
I am extremely sorry to hear that. You have been such a brave soul throughout your whole life. Your bravery and strength are commendable. I truly admire people who are the strongest with grace especially when they can't even walk properly due to life's harsh circumstances. Please take care of yourself. Much love to you and your lovely daughter. ❤💜
- Angel
@Sara2580
Hello Sara, I am so sorry that you had to go through that sexual assault and at such a young tender age. I to had an experience with rape that gave birth to a son So I know what the after the mask of that brings about. The constant reminder of the event. Never trying to allow the child to feel like they were a mistake or even how they were conceived. The pain that we hide day after day. I am so proud that you kept your child and I know you are a good mother. You are a survivor, not the victim, You are alive and able to tell your story.
I am very proud that you chose 7cups. It takes great courage to reach out to others on such matters. You are not alone in your journey. We are here to support you to the best of our ability to help you heal those scars and to help gain the skills and the tools needed to help you along your way.
Be safe and take care
@scarletPear1945
oh my god scarlet! it means a lot really ! sending some virtual love towards your way
Hey its drishti . Thank you 7 cups for the therapy subcommumity. I am lately feeling very pressured by my studies and career / goal. Also , the situations of households. Idk how will things get better but i am hoping for the best.
@Drishtiizz thanks for sharing your heart warming post. All the best to you.
Hey all you are kind giving souls! I am an online therapist and I just joined here to help out pro bono. I’d also like to join as a therapist. How do I go about applying for that? Also I’ve had clients/ users here say they want to continue with me. Is that ok? It feels ok to me, but then they are kind of getting continuing counseling with 1 person.
@CoachGigi
Hello there!
Thank you for your interest in 7 Cups! At the moment, we are not accepting therapist applications but we welcome you to send in your resume at support@7cups.com and we will review it when we are accepting new applicants. Also, just to let you know that contacting members outside of 7 Cups is not permitted but thank you for continuing to provide support to members on 7 Cups! It is appreciated. :)
Hi Thanks so much. I didn’t contact anyone outside of the chats they want listeners on. I’m really frustrated Is there no tech support? I can’t write to anyone on my iPad as a red bar goes across the bottom saying something like “TL match is not an option- been like that since I joined- On my iPhone I get a 1 inch bar I can read the conversation on I really can’t help people like this Help Send tech help
@CoachGigi sorry you are having challenges posting. If you are on the app, you might try logging in on a browser. I have never seen that error message. Tech support is here https://www.7cups.com/supportDesk.php
Tech support can take time to answer. Hope you get the support you are looking for.
@CoachGigi
i have been having that exact same problem for a couple months now (on the app) but now that all my tech issues with the website have finally gotten straightened out, I’m having a lot better luck going through the website. Hope this is if some help...
Hello im lea, 16 my parents wont let me go to therapy but i know somethings wrong with me, i feel like im slowly losing the person i am. Sometimes i feel like i have to do odd things or else something bad will happen. Please someone help
@Leasummers023 I am sorry that you are not able to do therapy because of your parents. When you are 18, you should be able to make that decision on your own if you can find a way to have that paid for, depending on where you live and what health laws are there.
The good news is there are lots of free resources that you may find helpful.
You can browse for a listener. https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/ .
There are free self help guides https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php
Sharing Circle is listed as one of the Group Support rooms https://www.7cups.com/connect/groupChatrooms.php
https://www.7cups.com/forum/MindfulnessSupportCommunity_106/ResourceLibrary_1062/ Some people find that mindfulness helps them cope. The video Resource Library
If you want to try lifestyle changes in addition to seeking professional help, you might consider exercise, mindfulness, eating healthy moderate protein low carb diet, getting fresh air and either online or in real life social contact.
We are all here for you soulsings
I am very thankful to be here. I finally found my comfort zone here in 7 Cups. The topic prompts are helpful and I look forward to them and reading responses. Feeling connected has helped a lot for me in my healing journey.