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
I am a client centered therapist which means that the client is leading the process of change and is the expert on what is going on in their life. My role as the therapist is to provided the process to effect the change. This process I believe occurs most frequently in the context of a supportive, trusting relationship, and I am skilled at building rapport with people in tough situations. The...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing psychotherapy for adults struggling with emotional distress, relationship and family issues, identity and self-esteem concerns, and life transitions (e.g., illness, separation, loss). Many people seek therapy because they feel stuck or confused, and their usual methods of coping are overwhelmed. I provide a collaborative and safe environment in wh...
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified in Grief & Loss with over 8 years of experience working with couples, families and individuals. I strive to provide compassionate, effective and evidence-based clinical psychotherapy and counseling services to meet the mental health needs of individuals of all ages, with the goal of maximizing personal potential and increasing...
Rebecca Neubauer is a licensed psychotherapist in West Los Angeles who specializes in working with preteens, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing anxiety, depression, and trauma. She approaches her practice through a trauma-informed lens and views therapy as a collaborative process. Rebecca utilizes an eclectic approach, drawing from various evidence-based treatment models, and she uses...
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! MOST APPOINTMENTS SCHEDULED WITHIN 48 HOURS. It is my mission to be an agent of change in your journey of self-discovery. After more than 25 years of experience, I know you are the most accurate source of information about you. Therefore, getting to know and understand yourself is essential for thriving and surviving in challenging times. Treatment Planning is primari...
As far as most people know, you've got everything going for you. Loved ones can count on you. You're intuitive, can pick up on the needs of others, and the one who can be "all things to all people." Maybe you're the teacher, nurse, therapist, college student, or mother that seems to have it all together. Inside though, you're starting to wonder if you even know who you are. You might even lo...
What if you knew how to cope when your fears, stress, and responsibilities overwhelm your everyday life? In our work together, I will help you learn how to manage your symptoms of distress as we identify the root cause and work through core issues that lead to anxiety, depression, and general difficulty in managing life transitions. I have 18+ years of experience working with women, couples, an...
It can be painful to struggle with issues and wish that they might somehow disappear. I understand how these issues can sometimes make you feel your life is stuck and that they can prevent you from living or enjoying your life more fully. I also know how difficult it can be to seek help or talk about these issues. This is why it is my approach to get to know each client and find an individualiz...
For nearly 20 years, I have had the opportunity to work alongside individuals, families, and couples in a variety of mental health settings targeting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges. I have experience in crisis stabilization, outpatient psychotherapy, residential treatment and community mental health. My theoretic foundation mainly draws from Psychodynamic Theory,...
The purpose of counseling is to alleviate your need for counseling! I am a cognitive-based therapist who will work to help you separate your "sense" from your "nonsense" and help you realize that you have the ability to make self-enhancing choices. As a Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team member for State of Nebraska for over 20 years I am comfortable working with first responders a...
Are you struggling with internal challenges that are making your life more difficult? Are you or a loved one struggling with their substance use? Is addiction interfering with your ability to truly be happy? Is your family and/or relationship struggling because of difficult challenges that you are finding it hard to overcome alone? Are you struggling to achieve the best possible life that you c...
Are you looking for a safe, nurturing environment in which to explore your story and build on your strengths? I use a blend of psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral therapy to help you identify areas of concern and create long-lasting change. I'm LGBTQ affirmative with several years of experience at the Los Angeles LGBT Center in Hollywood. Before becoming a therapist, I was a professio...
I have over 23 years working with people, who struggle with chemical dependency, codependency, depression, anxiety, anger, dysfunctional relationships, marital discord, family of origin issues, internet porn, pervasive negative patterns & phase of life problems. I work as an empathic guide by meeting you were you are, listening to your story, & creating attainable goals that fit into your life....
One day I woke up, ready to explode as I put my feet on the floor. I realized that I just couldn't take it anymore. I was tired of being tired. I was tired of just going through the motions each day. I felt alone and misunderstood. I realized that I needed to get some help with getting through this. I was letting everything that I have been holding in take me and my life over. Do you identify w...
I work with women and men struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma, offering a collaborative, nurturing approach to therapy. I have extensive experience working with Maternal Health, Fertility & Perinatal Loss, Family Addictions, Complex Grief, and Parenting issues. My background comes from over a decade working with individuals and families as a Birth Doula, Childbirth Educator, and...
