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
Talking to a stranger about your innermost thoughts can be scary and risky. You may be experiencing sadness, anxiety, depression, grief or having problems in your interpersonal relationships at home, school, work or in the community. I would like the opportunity to work with you and support you through the process of identifying, understanding and making changes in area of your life that are...
Our mission at Inspire Behavioral Health is to inspire balance, hope and personal growth. Mental health therapy can be an important part of your journey toward emotional well-being and healing. We believe that each individual is unique in their experiences, strengths and needs, and thus brings a different perspective to session. We look forward to collaborating with you to begin to explore...
Right now effective coping strategies and re-gaining a sense of control is more important than ever. Therapy will give you insight into navigating shifting seas of current crisis. Our work will focus on developing effective coping strategies and establishing control over your life, your mind, and body. I blend various treatment techniques to provide you with sessions tailored to your individual...
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Angie Swonger is trained in areas of mental health, individual, and relationship counseling. As an ordained minister through Church of God (Anderson, IN) she practices from a strength and faith-based perspective. Therapeutically walking alongside clients of all ages, she counsels those striving to manage mental health, life, and relationship stresses. Areas...
Everyone needs help sometimes. Having the support and guidance you need can make all the difference when you are feeling overwhelmed or are needing to make changes in your life. I strive to provide a healthy and safe environment so that you can share openly with me individually, as a couple, or as a family. Whether you are experiencing signs of depression, anxiety, substance use issues, highly...
Life's stressors can feel overwhelming, and sometimes downright debilitating. Many of us struggle with managing obligations in our personal and professional lives. This can leave one feeling anxious, depressed, fearful, hopeless and distraught. Therapy can provide a safe and non-judgmental environment in which to unpack and unload some of the emotional baggage that has been weighing you down. I...
My focus is to serve youth and adults through life transitions. I additionally, love working with couples in any stage of their relationship (premarital, committed, or married). I employ a multi-generational approach and strongly believe that the family you were born into effects the person you are today. I also recognize that culture and heritage play into how you create meaning, which is why ...
I am a welcoming, approachable, and compassionate psychologist whose focus is to help individuals find their way to their healthiest version of self, no matter what the obstacles. I use a comprehensive/integrative therapeutic approach to help individuals overcome barriers, change self-destructive behaviors, resolve painful emotions, find effective coping strategies, and improve relationships, m...
We all share a fundamental need to be seen, heard, understood, and accepted for who we truly are. As your counselor, I will actively listen to your concerns in order to facilitate the crucial components of personal growth: self-reflection and insight. Growth requires that we become aware of the patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that have kept us 'stuck.' My ultimate goal is to work...
Therapy is a creative process built on a strong partnership. I believe the best outcomes start with honoring your own experiences, inherent wisdom and strengths. I believe that forging a path toward healing is best accomplished through compassionate understanding and acceptance of the past. My job is not to judge. It is to listen, support and guide you in understanding the areas in your life th...
I specialize in working with trauma survivors. For the past ten years, I have been providing therapy to survivors of abusive relationships/domestic violence, sexual abuse, and adult women and men who were molested as children. I am certified in EMDR, an integrative psychotherapy treatment for processing of traumatic memories and adverse experiences and bringing them to an adaptive resolution. I...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I believe creating a safe and comfortable environment for my clients is one of the most important aspect of counseling. I choose to first focus on making sure my clients feel heard, understood and accepted and then work to challenge the struggles they are facing. I find that building a strong rapport between myself and my client creates a therapeutic alliance that allows ...
The mission at FullScope Counseling Services, PLLC is to create a safe, compassionate, authentic and caring environment where we guide in helping our clients to make empowered decisions about their individual and professional lives. We assist individuals in recognizing the strengths they already have and find creative ways to utilize these gifts in overcoming currents issues that prevent them f...
Clients who find me a good fit are those who are motivated to explore their past and present in order to make choices leading to their best selves. I work collaboratively in goal setting and find that individuals are often the best experts on themselves. Our working together toward common goals using your expertise as well as my clinical experience can be highly effective and a positive experie...
As of Sepetember 2020, I am temporarily not accepting new clients. My practice is devoted to therapy for women. Women face many unique challenges and experiences throughout life. Increased demands affect our ability to live authentically, balance needs, and enjoy experiences. Stress impacts how we feel about and care for ourselves. I will partner with you to identify barriers gain insight, and...
