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.
Hi! I’m Whitney.
I’m married and have a 3-year-old. I am going to school studying English Education and minoring in Japanese, with a goal to teach English in Japan.
I was diagnosed with bipolar disorder last year, after being diagnosed with PTSD, and have struggled with the diagnosis. I need to find people to go on this healing journey with. I struggle, and things are bad on some days, but I want to do the best I can to feel good in the life God has given me.
@BabyxBird993
Hi whitney - nice to have you join the 7cups therapy subcommunity. I am sorry you are feeling challenged by bipolar disorder. I hope you find the kind of support you are looking for. These may give you some options to consider.
If you are looking for online therapy at 7cups, there is a paid option. More info here https://www.7cups.com/online-therapy/?ob=1
For free options: 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
Discussion for 50+ 35+ and mindfulness are here
https://www.7cups.com/forum/50OverCommunity_193/TeamToolsandTeamUpdates_1705/50plusDiscussionsScheduleandTopics_207920/
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.
Therapy overall has shown me that I am much more than what I think I am, I do have values and I have the ability to fight for I want most all in life. Yet I still have some doubts when the counselor/therapist comes off as aggressive overall.
Hey. Joined about a week or two ago. Praying for everyone who is struggling right now so that their burdens will be eased, that despite darkness hope perseveres and light sparkles in every dim corner of their mind and heals them 💖✨
Hello, I have never had therapy before, but I have heard from coworkers. Along with my bishop that says that it can help a lot.
@blueCucumber6814 glad you expressed interes
With 7 Cups online therapy you get personal message responses 1-2 times per day Monday - Friday and the
real benefits of online therapy at 7 Cups is that you can get the
support when you need it. You do not have to wait for a time slot in the
week to discuss what is on your mind with your therapist. No waiting
times, no waiting rooms, and support whenever you need it as your
therapist will respond with a thoughtful response 1-2 times a day on
weekdays.
We are also available at support@7cups.com if you have any other questions.
Hi,
I just got out of a long relationship and have been struggling with depression and anxiety since. I feel guilty because I was selfish and immature in the relationship. I'm trying to heal and hope I can find the help and support on here to achieve that.
Hello, im new here.
Thank you for allowing me here. My name is Kim and im 21, female.
I lost my mother in march 2021 to MRSA, which caused her to go into septic shock. It was believed to be caused by her diabetes but the concensus wasnt found out.
She was put on life support in the ICU for several days until her heart kept stopping. I had to fly to the hospital that was out of state to sign the paperwork and take her off of life support. All the while not knowing she was there until the last 2 days of her being hospitalized. The meds she was on to keep the MRSA at bay was cutting circulation to her hands and feet. And her heart stopping so often dropped her survival rate to about 5-10%.
I was told i had to make that decision the same day i flew there and got to see her in the hospital. I was informed too late, to even get any time with her. Her boyfriend at the time, lied to the hospital about any other family or next of kin. He told them he was her husband, which delayed the hospital in notifying me, my brother, and my grandparents and aunts.
I never would have known if i didnt have a gut feeling to call my mother that day. He told me after i wanted to talk to her. I had to be the one to call my entire family and tell them she was dying and wouldnt make it.
What hurts more is that she died out of state, and my family is very poor. So the cost to transport her body was too much, and we ended up cremating her rather than having a funeral and burial. Which i feel would have been more special. And on top of it, i had to fight with my grandmother for 3 months for just a few spoonfuls of her ashes. Even after being told i was getting some since i dont live in the family home. Now the holidays are approaching, and i am feeling lost and alone even with family near. I just need someone to help me understand what to do. I have mental illnesses that interfere with my mind and make it difficult to go through this without guidance. My mother was my best friend and my rock. My shoulder to cry on, now i would give anything to hear her just say I love you one more time. Thank you for listening
@TormentedSoul74
My heart goes out to you for your loss and all the pains caused to you. This should have never happened the way it did, I am so so sorry. I can understand that you would have rather get her body back home for the funeral and honor her life in the comfort of your family, hugs (if accepted). It’s important now to take time for grief and being particularly kind to yourself. You suffered a lot and in many ways in the last time and your wounds need healing. We are here for you ❤️. Joining a support group or talking to a listener in a 1:1 chat can be helpful.
Thank you for your kind words. I have been through a lot and this is only one of the many things im dealing with. It is the main source of my pain currently. I used to self harm and its been even harder not to relapse after losing my mom.
@TormentedSoul74
Grief cause lots of painful emotions and it takes a lot of strength to not to fall into the trap of sh again. I hope you will connect to a listener to talk if needed, you don't need to go through this alone. This is a link to our self-harm recovery community https://www.7cups.com/home/selfharm/ and here you find a number of coping skills https://www.7cups.com/forum/7CupsOnlineTherapy_157/DevelopingHealthyCopingSkills_2253/.
Hello. I'm Ely and 25 years of age. I have had a traumatic childhood, adolescence and early adulthood. As a result of it I'm suffering a lot from it.
@Elysian06
Hi Ely and welcome to the 7cups Online Therapy Community. I am very sorry you are suffering from the effects of trauma. I hope you will find the support you are looking for on this site, remember you can always connect to a listener if you like to share something more in detail https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/
or get support 24 h in the support room 24/7.
You will find self help guides here https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php
You can try a mindfulness Exercise here: https://www.7cups.com/exercises/mindfulness/?showlist=1
Hello. I'm a 29 year old man, dealing with loneliness, even though I know I'm not lonely. This app it's wonderful, I've been following suggestions from listeners and I feel a bit better. Thank you so much for that.
Hi, all. I’m Jennifer. Bad anxiety, CPTSD. Looking forward to meeting healthy folks in a supportive environment!
@RedRockYogi
Hi RedRockYogi and welcome to our community. I hope you find the support you're looking for with 7cups. This is a link to our self-help guides https://www.7cups.com/supportGuides/selfHelpGuides.php. At the moment we have an active AMA (Ask Me Anything) here: 12-9 to 12-15 AMA Member Questions about Coping With the Holidays Answers by Jennifer Patterson, licensed 7cups Therapist
And a very warm welcome @RedRockYogi we are sure you’re going to find support here. Welcome to 7 Cups :)