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
Many of us struggle with physical illness, emotional pain or relationship problems. Sometimes life looks fine on the outside, but we hunger for something more. That feeling of emptiness can lead to depression, anxiety, addiction, physical illness or other problems that seem overwhelming. But the answers are there, because inside your heart is a wellspring of wisdom and love. By uncovering and...
One of my passions is to encourage the strengthening of healthy relationships. This could be healthy relationship with oneself, your loved ones, others in your community or even your finances. Sometimes the stressors of life can interfere with us experiencing life on our own terms. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, work stress, financial stress, trauma, o...
Monica Guggenheim is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) providing therapeutic services to individuals, couples and families. Monica received her Bachelor of Arts in psychology from the University of Michigan and her Masters Degree in Social Work from the University of Southern California. In addition to working at Playa Vista Mental Health, Monica leads various mommy and me groups at the...
( English | español ) My business remains open. Don't hesitate to contact me. I'm serving my clients via video or telephone sessions. I am William Conrad an experienced clinical social worker. I help individuals, couples and families improve their lives. Let me help you improve your relationships and your overall quality of life! I help people in a nurturing, non-judgmental manner. I can guide ...
Therapy is about healing. It's about bringing careful attention to emotional wounds (both old and new) and working with the difficult mental/emotional patterns that interfere with our ability to be healthy and happy. In my practice, I create a client-centered, safe, and confidential environment that makes this work both possible and rewarding. I participate fully in the client's process, holdin...
Healing starts with hope. Whether you are trying to cope with crisis, loss or other stressful life events or you simply want insight into the factors interfering with living a fuller, more satisfying life, therapy can help. As a psychologist, I provide psychotherapy that facilitates change, growth and renewal in a supportive, confidential environment. I have a straightforward, problem-solving...
My primary approach is to help individuals, couples and families recognize their strengths through a person centered approach. By helping clients recognize their strengths, we can work together to help improve overall well being, communication and attain goals that are identified. I have extensive experience with, but am not limited to, working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer...
While I see people for many types of reasons, I usually see clients individually that are looking to work on a present centered issue. These typically include work stress, relationship problems, or difficulty coping with anxiety or depression symptoms. It's important to me to use treatments that have documented research support. That is why I use treatments that incorporate cognitive behavioral...
Helping adults, couples, adolescents, and families have more fulfilling lives is a joy and passion. It is important to show people you care by treating them with kindness and respect. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and survivors of stress-related trauma including emotional and sexual abuse, and neglect. As a therapist at a mental health hospital, I facilitated...
I work with individuals and couples across the sexuality spectrum, providing a safe space to explore sexual, relational, and life challenges. I offer empathic and non-judgemental therapy, where we will explore both your struggles and successes, learning together how you want to move through life and relationships. I am trained in a variety of approaches, which we will utilize in whatever way be...
"A year from now, you may wish you started today." - K. Lamb - Working with a therapist can help you foster insight, provide support, and build new strategies to identify and address the core issues that interfere with relationships and work. Therapy can increase the flexibility with which you think about and engage in your life. My intent is for us to create a reliable and safe environment in...
I love helping people get in touch with their authentic selves through therapy, hypnosis or my podcast Pride Connections. I offer guidance to people that are feeling lost, depressed, anxious and even angry. I enjoy working with same-sex couples and assisting in strengthening your relationship. I don't believe that the therapeutic process should take years. My job is to teach you the tools that...
Are you living a healthy and satisfied life? We sometimes get stuck in the same patterns that may result in poor decision-making, painful feelings, depressed mood, anxious mood, or unhealthy relationships. There are things you can do to gain self-awareness about your behavior and make positive changes. I can assist you as you take steps towards improving your relationship with others or make...
COVID-19 Update for Telehealth visits: A lot of people who might not have previously felt a need for mental health services are now finding themselves unsure of how to deal with the increased anxiety, uncertainty, and isolation this pandemic has brought. If you have private health insurance, a number of providers are currently waiving copays for telehealth visits, including those not related to...
“So no one told you life was gonna be this way. Your job’s a joke, you’re broke, your love life’s DOA. It’s like you’re always stuck in second gear. When it hasn’t been your day, your week, your month, or even your year…” There was a reason “Friends” was so popular. It’s relatable. Your life isn’t the way you want it to be. You’re feeling unsatisfied. You want to function at your best, but you’...
