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
Anxiety, worry, depression, feeling lost and out of control can affect us at different times in our lives, but when these feelings become overwhelming, or are interfering with leading a happy, productive life, we search for help and answers. I commend you on taking the first step toward wholeness. Together we will work on building the necessary tools and skills utilizing evidence-based theraput...
My office provides a place for women seeking to make positive changes in their lives. Specializing in trauma, addictions, depression, and anxiety, my goal as a psychologist is to help you successfully navigate through life's difficult times. Together we work through uncertainty, confusion, and feeling "in between" life's roles. Collaboratively, we will develop goals and select effective treatme...
Leslie is a Licensed Social Worker. She earned her Masters in Clinical Social Work (at the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration), and her Bachelors in Social Work (at Luther College in Iowa). Leslie has a diverse experience in therapy. She's worked with adolescents and adults in many different settings ranging from individual and group therapy to crisis intervention in ...
I am here to help—to help you move beyond the mental roadblocks and anxious feelings that seem overwhelming and are holding you back; to help you reset and reconnect with the feelings of comfort and calm that have gone missing; and, above all, to help you build your sense of empowerment to move through the world on your own terms with feelings of independence, confidence, and pride. I specializ...
As a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and psychotherapist, my approach is a client-centered in order to provide a welcoming, collaborative and empathic environment for clients to gain skills to enjoy their life. I specialize in Radically Open DBT (RODBT), an evidenced-based treatment targeting over-control coping that is linked to social isolation, poor interpersonal functioning,...
With over 20 years experience as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor serving adults, families, and children, you can be confident in working together to build hope and put solutions in place to find a better way forward. Whether you are experiencing relationship, family, or mental health concerns, we will walk together in the healing journey. In addition to being trained as a Masters-Level Menta...
Hello, I’m an integrative therapist and life coach. I work with clients with trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger, grief, transitions and relationship issues. I also work with couples and families using Emotionally Focused therapy. I strongly believe in meeting you where you are at in life and creating a genuine, safe and non-judgemental space in which clients can build resources...
Does your child engage in frequent tantrums, have behavior issues at school and/or home, cutting, or have social skill deficits? Are the difficulties you or your child face impacting school or job performance, peer relationships, social engagement, or family involvement? Are fears or phobias taking over? Whether you or your child struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, problem behaviors...
Welcome! It's no coincidence that you have found yourself reading this profile. I know seeking & asking for help can be challenging and scary for many of us. I'm here to tell you that it's okay; we all need help & there is no shame in that. As a counselor, I would love to assist you on the journey of self-honesty & insight by offering you a safe space where you can explore and expand. Through...
I like the quote, "Life is not a dress rehearsal". That being said, my perspective is that by prioritizing relational, emotional and spiritual wellness, the opportunity to live your best life is within your grasp. Life's challenges can feel overwhelming sometimes. I provide an atmosphere of compassionate listening, valuable feedback and emotional support in a judgement-free zone. As you learn t...
No matter how dark things appear right now or how great the pain, I believe there is hope. Life can throw some crazy curve balls. I know how earth-shattering crisis can be. You may feel too weary to deal with what is happening (or may be tired of always having to be so strong), but sometimes transformation can happen just by holding on. I would like to be the person who supports you in hanging ...
I believe in a strengths-based approach which means taking into account the whole person both their strengths and those challenges they would like to improve upon. I enjoy helping children and teens who struggle making connections with others, who struggle staying organized at school, and those who feel they keep trying and trying but end up with the same results. I enjoy helping both men and...
Parents need help improving communication with your teenager? Do they seem more isolated from you or their friends? This can be a possible sign of depression. As a Mental Health Counselor with experience in Probation, Juvenile Facilities and Teens. I could be of great assistance to both you and your teenager. My Specialty: Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Family Conflict, Parenting, PTSD....
I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AND WILL BE ON MATNERITY LEAVE FROM 1/21-5/21. I believe therapy is a collaborative approach and we are both actively engaged in session. You are the expert on yourself, and I bring my knowledge about mental health, eating disorders, and body image issues. I help you gain insight into your patterns of thinking and behaviors that cause you to feel stuck in your...
Client center and treatment focused! Always working in the client's best interest. Yrs of experience with children, adolescents, couples and families with an array of issues that impact one's daily functioning....
