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
Therapy is about listening in-depth - to stories of our past and present, to our emotions, our affects, and our ways of relating. I create a safe space to listen carefully and empathically to help you understand how you have developed into who you are, and what gets in the way in the here and now. There are many ways to do this work. I believe the most important place to start in any modality i...
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Denise Brown is a licensed professional counselor with an office located in Cordova, TN. Her goal is to make you feel valued, seen, and heard, as you work to achieve the goals you set in therapy. She believes in taking a holistic approach: addressing the mind, body, and spirit, while utilizing the strengths you may not realize you already have. If you are looking for a compassionate place to wo...
My theory of counseling is that people have specific behaviors they would like to change, which are caused by our irrational, self-defeating beliefs learned from earlier life experiences. My goal will be to assist with change of the irrational and self-defeating beliefs to change undesired behaviors and circumstances. Counseling is a personal exploration that leads to major changes in your life...
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As a licensed professional counselor and life coach I have over 15 years experience working with a very diverse population. From individuals struggling with significant mental health issues to others working on adjustment to new life circumstances, I can offer guidance, support, compassion, and expert care during difficult times in your life. Let me help you develop the tools and skills that wi...
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Maybe NOW is the right time. Maybe I am the person. Do you need support and strategies to help you through a difficult time or address a particular problem? Let me help. It is an honor to connect with you and work together to help you overcome obstacles, adjust to transitions, and help you become the person, couple, or family that you want to become. Benefit from my 18+ years of experience, as...
