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
My practice is predicated on the idea that we all have within us, the capacity for healing and self-actualization. At times our life paths can become difficult and we become lost or may lose sight of our goals and values. Our therapeutic work will focus on rediscovering or recreating that path, with me as your guide. Treatment goals are individualized but it is my hope that our time together wi...
My practice is based on treating each person as an adult who has the power to create positive changes in their life. I am only there to help each person with their goals. I believe everyone has the capacity to change their life for the better. Sometimes though, someone has to be willing to sit with us in the darkness first. I believe that no matter what has happened there is a spark in each one...
Do you feel like your life is going in the right direction? Are you feeling depressed or anxious? Is the world seemingly holding you back? Do you long for deeper relationships? I believe that every person or couple has an innate potential to reach an optimal level to get the most out of their life. Most of us have had or are dealing with perceived obstacles, past hurts, or future concerns that...
Life is full of complex challenges and opportunities. I help people identify areas of growth by providing a safe and supportive space to process what’s going on in their lives. I help people get “unstuck” in the way they think about their problems and help to provide them possible solutions to overcome the challenges they face. My work with families aims to provide a safe and respectful space t...
Keri Schumacher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in private practice providing child and adolescent services since 2012. She has received training in evidenced-based practices in the child traumatic stress field, particularly in Psychological First Aid (PFA), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Structured Psychotherapy for Adolescents Responding to Chronic Str...
My focus is on helping people who are struggling with their issues. I incorporate a humanistic, existential framework when working with individuals. I use a client centered approach to create and maintain a comfortable, non-judgemental space for you to work out any issues that may be having. I work with a population comprised of different genders, ages and issues. I am currently a Temporary...
Regardless of age or socioeconomic status, the inevitable challenges of life can result in feelings of anger, insecurity, fear, stress, loneliness, and depression. While some challenges may be easy to overcome within your own support system, others are not. By choosing to enter into therapy, you can begin to feel empowered to confidently overcome these challenges. In a supportive environment,...
Seeking help takes courage. As a licensed professional counselor and board certified art therapist I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship to facilitate change. My approach is strength based, client-centered, and holistically grounded. As an art therapist, clients have the option to engage in art therapy. No experience with art materials is required. The creative process, resulti...
I am a compassionate, solution-oriented therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care and devising creative treatment plans for children, adolescents and adults dealing with behavioral and/or mental health disorder. I expertise in using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) for a lasting solution to m...
Do you feel lost, hopeless, frustrated or over-anxious in life? Are you struggling with your worth or struggling in a relationship? I have a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families in these areas. I enjoy building a therapeutic relationship that allows my clients to explore the direction they are seeking for their life. I take a holistic approach that incorporates mind, body...
Addiction isolates its victims as bridges are burned and families are torn apart. I can help you wherever you are on your journey of recovery and assist you as you transform your life and improve your relationships. Having a safe place where you will be listened to, understood and where you will not be judged will help you to discover and explore what has been holding you back. What I l have lo...
It is truly possible to live a happy, balanced and serene life, and to be your authentic self in the process. Addictions, anxiety and depression don't have to be your norm nor the secrets you keep. You don't have to fake it to make it, nor do you have to suffer isolated and alone. I help individuals, couples and families sort things out and get on with living. Call today and let's talk about th...
You will find my approach is laid back, paced at your speed, and filled with compassion and intentionality. I work within a systemic model, meaning we will look at the bio-psycho-social-spiritual areas of life, to gain perspective and find direction towards resolution. I am often told of the surprise people experience when they learn how everything is interrelated. Your yesterday does not...
Are you struggling with trust, intimacy, or communication in your significant relationships? Do you often feel lonely or withdrawn? Do you long for your family to stop fighting and get along better? Do you have a teenager who is struggling with self-esteem, depression or anxiety? Are you working toward a goal to lose weight, become more balanced emotionally, physically and spiritually? If you h...
Greetings! My name is Dr. Jacqueline L. Meyers. I have a Doctorate degree in Counselor Education & Supervision. I am licensed in the state of Louisiana as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC); I am a Louisiana Board Approved Supervisor (LPC-S), a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC); and a National Certified Counselor (NCC). I am a Clinical supervisor at a Mental Health Rehabilitation Agency i...
