Coping mechanisms, or coping skills, are behaviors that people engage in to help them deal with difficult or stressful situations and emotions. Some can be healthy, but others aren’t.
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Therapists and counselors often work with clients to discover what coping mechanisms they’re using and determine if they are helpful. With this information, the person and the therapist can develop different coping mechanisms that are less harmful, such as meditation, exercise, journaling, drawing, or time with family.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Coping Skills
With 40 years of experience treating children and adolescents, I help families anticipate and navigate the struggles of growing up. When families face divorce, trauma, moving homes or school districts, or simply want to stay on a healthy track, I work with children and their parents to confront challenges and create solutions. I promote positive social and emotional development, and believe in...
On the outside, it appears like you've got it all together, but deep inside you feel like screaming in frustration. It feels like you're wearing a mask. You're so critical of yourself and you try SO hard to not fail or look bad. At work, you've piled so much on and nobody understands you feel completely paralyzed from getting anything done. In relationships, the same issues keep popping up no...
Life can be really overwhelming, especially for teens. Peer pressure, rigorous academic schedules, and social media all add to the already confusing life of a teen. I have 10+ years of experience working with teens in a supportive, caring and validating therapeutic environment. Raising a healthy, happy teenager has to involve a team of caring individuals, it can not be done alone, therefore I...
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.” I love this saying. It makes the unreachable seem reachable--if even one small step at a time. As long as you’re making a step--no matter how small--in the right direction, you’re making progress. If you continue long enough, you will see a difference. I use this approach, coupled with solution-focused therapy, in how I work with client...
My goal is to help you create the life you want by using a goal-oriented therapy. I offer a holistic approach to better your overall mental health taking into consideration your social and emotional difficulties, physical health, nutritional needs, recent life changes, and future goals. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Motivational Interviewin...
Are you currently struggling with Negative Life Experiences, Depression, Anxiety, Anger Management, Spirituality, Performance Anxiety, or want to Enhance your life? Do you desire Hope, Healing, and Restoration? If so, give me a call or visit my website to schedule your free consultation or appointment today. While I specialize in treating Trauma and Negative Life Experiences, we also serve thos...
At times, life can feel disconnected, overwhelming or lacking in meaning and purpose. Our relationships often suffer even our relationship with ourselves. Perhaps you’re stuck having the same fights with your partner over and over again or with yourself in your own mind. Perhaps you’re carrying memories of painful experiences, fears or shame leaving you paralyzed in your journey toward wholenes...
We are wired for connection and authenticity; however, often we are faced with experiences that leave us feeling lonely, stuck, and overwhelmed. I believe one of the bravest things you can do is ask for help along the journey. Therapy is a place where you are able to be still, explore the places in your heart that are left unknown to you, and consider taking risks and making wanted changes in y...
*Accepting new clients / Evening & Saturday availability* As the parent of a struggling kid or teen, you often find yourself wondering what you can do to help them feel better. Maybe your child is having a lot of "red card" days at school, or your teen is having a hard time making friends. Maybe he seems worried all the time, or her personality has changed. It feels like you've tried everything...
I’m very passionate about helping people, and celebrating their courageous strides. It takes courage to seek counseling, and courage to trust the process. I strive to create a partnership that is therapeutic in nature, and intentional in effort. It is with that intention, courage, and partnership that I assist my clients’ in reaching therapeutic goals, accepting and achieving growth, increasing...
Life isn’t always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest people amongst us need a little bit of help to work through some of life’s more challenging problems. Everyone has battles to fight and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression or have concerns about your child's self-esteem, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. Seeking support for...
In life we all face obstacles that can leave us confused, scared and even anxious. These obstacles can affect our emotional state, our relationships with loved ones and even our careers. My desire is to help clients address these obstacles and reach their full potential. I will use a technical integration approach of researched based theoretical modalities to meet each clients individual needs....
I believe your story isn’t finished yet. I believe healing and change are possible. I believe there is hope. For the past nine years, I’ve been providing professional counseling services to children, adolescents, and adults in office, school, and home-based settings. I specialize in treating teen girls and young women battling depression and anxiety, but offer a variety of services for children...
Is your child or teen anxious, showing signs of low self-esteem, or having difficulty coping? I am here to support them and you as a parent as they navigate new and challenging experiences, learn about themselves, and explore connections with those around them. I believe that all people can build resilience and experience personal growth, joy, and happiness through adversity. With a specialty o...
The pandemic has left you feeling completely overwhelmed. You're trying to juggle school, working from home, household responsibilities, or parenting. The balance your life used to have is long gone, and you're not even sure where to begin to try and get it back. Even asking for help seems overwhelming. I specialize in working with teens, adults, and families struggling with mood disorders,...
