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Welcome to the Therapist Sub-community August 2021

soulsings May 5th, 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. smiley 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.

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LisaMeighanMScGMBPsS May 20th, 2021

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! :)

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exuberantPal5888 June 13th, 2021

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

imaginativeTurtle894 July 19th, 2021

Thanks ... I prefer write with single Person and no write in a pubblic post

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soulsings OP August 22nd, 2021

@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.

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exuberantPal5888 June 12th, 2021

I am a male , diabetic and deal with depression, love to find support in just checking in and chatting. Just like a dependable listener

kindBalloon9867 June 15th, 2021

I am a 17 year old girl dealing with depression. It would be great to get some support 🙂

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soulsings OP June 19th, 2021

@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/

soulsings OP August 22nd, 2021

@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/

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fearlessMoon4486 June 16th, 2021

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..

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LisaMeighanMScGMBPsS June 23rd, 2021

@fearlessMoon4486

We are so glad you are with us and sharing all the things that you are learning with us at 7 Cups.

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namoli7 June 18th, 2021

Hello! Im a teen mom, Dj, and i deal with a lot of stress...i would love to talk to others that can relate...

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Sara2580 July 15th, 2021

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

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lyricalAngel70 August 21st, 2021

@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

September 1st, 2021

@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 careheart

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Sara2580 September 2nd, 2021

@scarletPear1945
oh my god scarlet! it means a lot really ! sending some virtual love towards your wayheart

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Drishtiizz June 19th, 2021

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.

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soulsings OP June 19th, 2021

@Drishtiizz thanks for sharing your heart warming post. All the best to you.

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Drishtiizz June 20th, 2021

Thanks much soul.i hope you're doing well!

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CoachGigi June 21st, 2021

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.

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LisaMeighanMScGMBPsS June 23rd, 2021

@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. :)

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Sara2580 July 15th, 2021

@CoachGigi hi me too ! i am willing to become a therapist here but i am fine to be a listner too . here as a listner you can help people for free and it mentally helps for you too

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soulsings OP July 17th, 2021

@Sara2104 thank you so much for supporting members at 7cups. People like you make 7cups possible. heart

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CoachGigi June 26th, 2021

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

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soulsings OP June 26th, 2021

@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.

placidAvocado2692 July 14th, 2021

@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...smiley

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soulsings OP July 14th, 2021

@placidAvocado2692 glad things are working okay. About 3-5 months ago they did a new upgrade to the app so if you do have more problems that may be an option

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Leasummers023 July 11th, 2021

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

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soulsings OP July 11th, 2021

@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 smiley soulsings

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TropicalMaple3 July 11th, 2021

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.

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soulsings OP July 11th, 2021

@TropicalMaple3 those sound like wonderful benefits you have found at 7cups. Glad to have you as part of this community.

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