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 approach is to accept you regardless of your religion, race, ethical background, sexual orientation, or gender. This is also what I practice in my personal life. Regardless of what you say or do, I provide the comfort and acceptance for you to express your thoughts and feelings without judgement. I develop a personal plan of focus geared specifically to what you want out of counseling. I als...
Throughout the course of our lives, we all face challenges that may require a little extra help to navigate through. I strive to provide a very non-judgmental and supportive environment in which you can identify your needs, achieve your goals, and overcome the obstacles you currently face. I am extremely passionate about individualized therapy and will set up a customized treatment plan made ju...
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders and Attention Deficit Disorders. I have specialized training in the assessment and treatment of behavior related issues, as well as interventions specific to OCD and related disorders. My therapeutic style is warm, integrative & collaborative. I often use sarcasm & humor to accompany...
I believe in creating a comfortable, compassionate, and supportive environment for my clients. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and have experience working with many populations including, adolescents, court-mandated individuals, families and groups. I have clinical experience in agency settings, therapeutic schools, community centers and private practice. My professional intere...
* I am not accepting new clients. Let's figure this out together. I believe that psychotherapy is a space where you can access your most authentic self and unapologetically be you. As a psychologist, I create a safe space and the connection needed to activate the pathways to healing. I invite you to stay present with your emotions and strengthen your self-compassion regardless of the challenges...
** I am not accepting new patients at this time.** I value and respect diversity. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life and believe we have much to learn from each other. Through Telehealth and in person services, I have been working with clients with a diverse range of needs. My immediate focus is on establishing a trusting relationship with clients and working together to address...
Welcome... Do you ever find it difficult to stop the exhausting ongoing negative thoughts on your mind? Do you dream of having a peaceful harmonious relationship with yourself and other important figures in your life? Or, do you simply wonder if therapy works?! Comprehensive research in the effectiveness of therapy versus no therapy indicate that, in fact therapy does work! However, you may won...
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There are many different types of “sucker punches” that can cause people to seek counseling. It might be an accident, serious illness or a return from deployment that has set your world off-kilter. It might be a partner who told you he doesn’t love you any more, or it could even be you with that feeling. It may just be the accumulation of anxiety that has you thinking there has got to be a bett...
I work with a variety of clients, all having one thing in common: They are unhappy with the direction their life has taken and seek insight so that their lives can change. Whether they are wanting to process a life event and only want to come one or two sessions, or whether they want to make a long-term connection with a counselor, I tailor my therapy to my clients' needs. My approach is...
You have been trying to calm the worries, deal with the feelings, or manage difficult relationship challenges on your own. Maybe an outside, unbiased perspective on your situation could allow you to find new ways to resolve your concerns. I work with clients to change the way they see themselves, and the way they interact in all areas of their world. It is time for you to feel better, and I...
***My practice is currently full and I am unable to take new clients at this time.*** I am a licensed professional counselor providing a compassionate, comforting and confidential atmosphere for clients to pursue growth and change in their lives. I use counseling theories, therapeutic techniques and the latest research to help my clients identify and overcome barriers to emotional vitality and...
Are you feeling overwhelmed or out of control in your life? Maybe you are feeling sad or anxious and it doesn’t seem to pass. Does every interaction with your spouse or someone close to you turns into a fight? Life circumstances can leave us feeling hopeless. We all struggle at times. Together we will focus on you as a whole person, including: mind, body, faith and relationships. Discovering ne...
Seeking help is not easy, it takes courage, especially if others close to you don't fully understand what you may be going through. I've been a therapist for nearly 20 years and have helped clients feel happier, less stressed, closer to the significant people in their lives, rejuvenated to do the things they normally enjoy doing, and have helped them to view themselves and their future in a...
When faced with life's challenges and transitions, we experience a mixture of emotions, ranging from overwhelmed to deep sadness and anxiety. At times like these, it can be especially hard to find the space to pause, breathe fully, and stay connected with what truly matters in one's life. My approach is to offer a safe , compassionate space to stay centered through the various storms of life an...
