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
My practice is about creating and enhancing a meaningful life. Through a belief that our disturbances--about ourselves, others or life in general - lead us to the doorway of toward wholeness, we work together to unfold the seed of the solution from within the problems. Thus, I approach each client with a desire to follow and facilitate their unique healing process. Through deep compassion towar...
Is your life becoming unmanageable? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or relational issues? Are you having problems with anger management? I can help. I am committed to assisting and guiding you through the process of meaningful change, by identifying and focusing on the issues that are barriers to your overall sense of well being, I can assist you in becoming a healthier and happier...
In my practice, I focus on helping people understand and alter the patterns that stand in their way to actualize their potential, feel alive and whole. I treat people who are striving to find love, or feel lonely in their present intimate relationships or/and their families. I work with people to find a voice to speak their frustrations, longings, and desires, and the courage to use this voice...
My clients tend to be people who march to the beat of their own drum. They know what it’s like to feel misunderstood, and some might go as far as to consider themselves “black sheep” or even outcasts. My approach to counseling involves embracing your unique identity and letting go of expectations others may have put onto you. Whether you are working through depression, anxiety, relationship...
I'm a clinical psychologist also trained in yoga and body-based techniques. In therapy, we will work holistically to help you gain control of your experiences and live a more satisfying and full life. Whether we are working with trauma, disordered eating or issues with mood, in individual or couple's work, each appointment offers insight into your emotional and body-based experience and offers...
Empathy, collaboration and listening... This will guide our work together in a nonjudgmental environment. I believe that all people deserve to be treated with respect regardless of their gender expression, identity or sexual orientation. We are constantly evolving throughout our lives and what might be true for us today, may not be so tomorrow. I help individuals who are struggling with feeling...
If you've made it this far, you're ready for a change. You may not be certain what that change needs to be, but you know that things can't keep going the way they are. Maybe you're sick and tired of being depressed or anxious all the time. Maybe your relationships are in trouble and you need help fixing them. Maybe your teenager is in trouble and they need someone to talk to because you've run ...
Hello, I have over 25 years of experience in the Mental Health field, primarily in private practice. Prior to that I have worked as a Youth Minister and directed a group home for adolescents. I have had lots of success working with couples in conflict, and individuals with depression and anxiety issues. I believe that my job as your therapist is to help you uncover and develop your personal gif...
I work exclusively in individual therapy with adults. As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, therapy is often shorter-term with an emphasis on developing an effective, personalized therapy for each client. Common client goals include: relieving depression/anxiety, adjusting to transitions, improving self-confidence, job burnout, or grief/loss. Former clients describe me as warm, welcoming, genuin...
Are you having difficulty navigating the day-to-day stressors of life? Marriage or relationship problems? Issues at work? Or do you just need someone to talk to? If you are looking for a friendly, non-judgmental counselor, you've found her!!!! I believe that everyone deserves an opportunity to talk, process and share all that is on their heart in a safe, positive environment. No problem is too ...
Clinical specialization in family and relationship therapy with emphasis on divorce and blending families. Business consultant specialization in communications and emotional intelligence in the workplace. Post-doctoral work in family therapy and 35 years working with separating and divorcing couples Presented over 40 papers to professional conventions on a variety of mental health topics and ha...
Deciding that now is the time in your life to make a change is a difficult first step. I can be there for you on your journey to make these positive changes you desire. Whether it is your depression, substance abuse, relationship having someone there for you who understands these problems is essential. For the past 10 years I have worked in mental health both an inpatient and outpatient setting...
Understanding what is motivating a child’s behavior often takes a trained eye. The therapeutic relationship will help foster an understanding, work towards preventing and managing psychological based distress for both parents and children. Children often do not have the words to let parents know why they are acting the way they do. Parents wonder is this just a phase my child is going through? ...
I am your strong Pillar of Support! Envision living your purpose-driven life! Living the life you deserve is within your reach and very attainable! I understand that sometimes you may face major life changes or challenges that alter your perspective on life, and may therefore have a direct impact on your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As your Counselor, I endeavor to help you...
I have been working in private practice for 15 years. I work with children, teens and adults. I also have been working closely with the military since I moved my practice to San Clemente in 2007. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness with the adults I work with and also utilize Play Therapy with the children that I see. I am passionate about helping my clients overcome...
