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
Barriers can get in the way of personal growth, and it can be challenging to identify, understand and move past them. Often, these obstacles are subtle and related to deeply ingrained patterns in relationships and behaviors. In my training as an LCSW, I have worked extensively with people suffering from severe emotional difficulties and challenging life circumstances. By working together, we ha...
"Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the little voice at the end of the day that says I will try again". Deciding to begin therapy can feel very intimidating. However, I offer a non-judgmental approach of working together to explore your strengths and build self confidence to identify the best path to move forward and achieve your goals. I use a combination of approaches including...
Life is filled with transitions that often present us with fears which can hinder our growth. We can make these challenges easier to overcome if we practice courage - the courage to be vulnerable, to truly feel difficult emotions, to make healthy choices and live with intent. Experiencing these emotions in a safe and accepting environment can help us move beyond old wounds, patterns and places ...
I believe therapy can be beneficial for healing and self exploration. My intention is to help others to connect to and strengthen their own inner knowledge. Therapy offers a chance to find peace, acceptance of self, and connection to our spiritual heart. In addition to being a LCSW, I am a reiki practitioner as well as a yoga therapist. Depending on individual needs, some therapeutic work can b...
I am very passionate about working with individuals and families on challenging and stressful issues that people face day to day. I value the sacred relationship between a therapist and their client. Therapy has always been my passion and I enjoy the work I am able to do with people on a daily basis. Give me a phone call to set up an intake appointment, so we can start to make progress in your...
Our practice specializes in assisting intelligent, high-functioning adults to mobilize their inherent strengths toward achieving their highest potential. Clients that come to our practice often report a range of difficulties that impede them from living a well-balanced life. Most commonly reported symptoms range from feeling chronic stress, addictions, panic attacks, depressed mood, obsessive...
Now accepting new clients! In today's ever-changing world, it helps to know that we don't have to maneuver through life's ups and downs all alone. Change is hard and the adjustment period can cause a variety of emotions to surface. Your decision to seek help is an indicator of your strength and courage. I want to help you to learn the skills necessary for you to lead a healthy, productive, and...
Are you in need of support, empathy, understanding, patience, and the need to make changes? Life is so uncertain with so many struggles, difficulties and pain. Life is also full of opportunity, beauty, joy and love. Sometimes help is needed to develop coping skills to deal with life's challenges and to embrace your place of peace. Every individual is unique and has the power of choice. Finding ...
Many of us struggle to get out of the same cycle we're in and we want or need a change. Maybe you're in an unhealthy cycle in your relationship/marriage, in your parenting; or maybe your past trauma/abuse that was never dealt with is contributing to your current hardships. Maybe you're struggling with a cycle of depression, fear/panic, or addiction that you can't get out of. Sometimes it's hard...
I am an early childhood and family therapist specializing in pregnancy and children birth to 5 years old. I enjoy working with women who are pregnant, preparing for family life and/or coping with fertility issues. I also work with families on issues of parenting, adjusting to family life, improving behavior in young children, attachment related issues, and coping with the unexpected realities o...
I am a licensed professional counselor working with individuals who are looking for ways to negotiate such issues as life transitions, anxiety, depression, relationships, loss and grief, work stress, parenting, trauma, and developing a healthy lifestyle. My role as a therapist is to be a collaborative, compassionate partner in the therapy process. I encourage listening to your own voice and...
As a marriage and family therapist I work with adults, couples, families, children, and teens. Among my areas of expertise, I work with issues around relationships, family conflict, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. I also specialize in working with young adults with ASD. My approach integrates psychotherapy with the art making process to assist in developing insight an...
Are you having relationship issues or difficulties regulating emotions such as anxiety, depression or anger? Change is endless and often, people experience life situations that may disrupt their quality of life. I help clients find courage to overcome difficulties and manage a sense of life-balance. I would describe my nature of counseling as a solution-based approach which is based on the...
You: "Enough is enough". You're ready for personal change. And now it's time to choose a therapist who is a good fit for you. Rapport is key in therapy. You need to be able to be quite open with how you think and feel. I may be a good fit for you if you are looking for these qualities: warmth, good listener, nonjudgmental, someone you feel you can trust and someone who empowers you to make your...
Finding a "good fit" is essential when looking for a therapist. You should feel safe to be your authentic self without feeling judgment. I believe the client/therapist relationship is primary for healing and effective work. Within that relationship, I consider you the expert on your own life. While thoughtfully listening, I will also offer insights, invitations to try something new, and help yo...
