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.
Available Treatment Options
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
"You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step." ~Martin Luther King Jr. At Safe Alliance, a non-profit agency providing hope and healing for people in crisis, we are committed to helping you take that first step in a safe and supportive environment. Our Sexual Trauma Resource Center specializes in providing affordable counseling for those impacted by sexual assault, child...
We have a relationship with everything in our lives: to people, to work, to play, and so on. When these relationships cause distress or become dysfunctional, problems arise. I believe the problems that arise are not within individuals but within the relationships they have to themselves and others. My goal in therapy is to help you change these relationships to improve your quality of life and...
I work collaboratively with clients to have an understanding of the events & issues in their lives. My approach to counseling includes a client-centered approach establishing a strong working-relationship. There are no "one-size-fits-all approaches" to address all problems with all individuals. As a result, I use a variety of approaches working with clients to meet their goals. I seek to...
I help clients deal with transitions - hurdles faced at different times in life. I give you the tools to deal with challenges, while making life happier and more fulfilling. I am uniquely qualified - combining clinical experience, EMDR training to deal with traumatic experiences, and a Master's from Lynn University with several years experience in corporate America. Let's talk about how I can h...
I am a strong believer that with the aid of a trusting, warm, skillful and open minded therapist people can bring about real, positive changes to their lives. I work with my clients in an empathetic and open dialogue to not only find the root causes of current behaviors and thinking patterns but also to help change them. I do so understanding that the each individual is the expert on themselves...
Everything changes, but the feeling of change. It can be hard to find the way on your own. Everyone can use a little extra support now and then. Especially if you have recently gone through a significant change in your life or you are anticipating one. By successfully working through these changes, you will not only find your way, but you will gain coping skills for future change. For over 15...
Being a teenager has never been harder. You are a brave, courageous person. Depression and anxiety are no joke. These are statements I make everyday in my office to validate the very legitimate concerns my clients bring to me. It may be cliché to say it is an honor to walk alongside my clients as they walk and talk out their issues, but the funny thing about clichés is that they are based in...
I am a cognitive behavioral therapist and use many other modalities as well as a guide for spiritual practices. I am a trained specialist for American Natives an I am also a multicultural therapist. I also do in home visits and crisis calls, as well as institutional visits. Make an appointment with me please call 360-460-5963! I work with teens, adults, families, couples therapy and elders! I c...
Welcome to the change you have been looking for! The focus of my practice is to help you become the change you want. "My kids don't listen" "I'm depressed", "this is not where I suppose to be in my life", "I'm hurting", confused and I don't know what to do". These are the thoughts, feelings and emotions that run through our heads every day. When things go wrong we look for something or someone ...
I counsel on a variety of issues but those I am the most passionate include relational issues, life transitions, and grief and loss. I also work with the military population on deployment issues and marital/relationship diffiulties. My counseling approach is nondirective, which means that I will meet you in a nonjudgmental way, listen to what you would like help with, and work with you to set...
Because your life is worth my time. I provide non-judgemental, client-centered psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. My focus is solution-oriented and goal-driven. My office is conveniently located in Madison- Hilldale. Working as a team, you and I can navigate difficult life challenges and changes with confidence and assurance. I have significant experience as a psychotherapist,...
My primary goal as a psychologist is to help alleviate psychological pain. With clients, I discuss what matters most at this point in their lives, what they are doing that is working, and what is getting in the way. I help people figure out what skills they need to create a better life. I also specialize in psychological testing and have extensive training in assessment of children, adults, and...
Whether you are a parent seeking help for your child or teen or an individual looking for therapy for yourself, I know that finding a therapist can be a scary and daunting task. I work with clients ages six through adulthood dealing with various issues including anxiety, depression, and mood instability. I specialize in treating trauma-related issues and self harm behaviors in teens and young...
People often seek treatment at vulnerable times in their lives. Finding a therapist with whom you or your teen connects, feels safe and whose skill you trust can be a difficult task. Clients have described me as a thoughtful, warm, flexible, and pragmatic therapist whose honesty and customized approach have helped them overcome resistance to treatment and/or change. My practice specializes in...
Impossible is temporary. As a relational psychologist specializing in issues like trauma and addictions, I have learned this time and time again. The combination of a supportive relationship, motivation to change well-worn patterns, and clear, concrete guidance can lead to changes far beyond what people believe is possible. Sometimes it seems "impossible" to live a deeper, more connected...
