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
Do you suffer from migraines or tension type headaches? Do migraines affect your work and prevent you from participating in social activities? Do you feel that no one around you understands how hard it is to live with migraine? I am a Research Assistant Professor at the University of Utah, and I research migraines. Using proven techniques in biofeedback and hypnosis, I can help you better manag...
I am committed to partnering with you in your unique process of growth, and to collaboratively exploring creative ways to achieve your goals. Many diverse experiences and life circumstances can have a lasting impact on our ability to feel safe and stable in life, to understand and manage emotions and relationships, to navigate life transitions, and to envision our future. They touch every part ...
Sometimes life can present challenges that may be overwhelming. There may times you may not know which way to turn. My passion is to work with you to navigate through the difficulties you may be facing by focusing on your strengths so you can achieve your dreams. Regardless of what you may be going through I will provide you with warm, genuine, professional help. I have an extensive background...
I have more than eighteen (18) years of experience, working with children and adolescents struggling in school. I have helped numerous children and adolescents who suffer from severe behavior issues. My passion is helping a child learn the skills that they need to communicate and get along more effectively with others. I believe with the right tools any child can be more successful in school an...
Awareness can lead to Insight and Insight can lead to Growth! At Inward Counseling Services, I strive to help clients explore practical ways to make the necessary changes in their lives that will allow them to work towards their desired goals. I provide clients with a warm, safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment which is necessary in fostering a positive therapeutic partnership. When i...
Every client's need is different when they come into therapy. Some seek relief from depression, anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, or posttraumatic stress. Others seek assistance with problem solving, stress management, and coping skills. In relationships, couples often seek skills to resolve conflict quicker, communicate better, and build emotional intimacy. All of these issues and more is w...
It is the call of my soul to help individuals remember their value and learn to navigate life as the empowered people they were meant to be. Our sense of self is shaped by our experience and when we lack support or encounter traumatic situations, our self-concept may distort. I will be your greatest champion as we work together to reframe such distortions, enabling you to embody your authentic...
I specialize working with teens and young adults to realize their personal goals, execute to their fullest potential, engage in healthy family/friend relationships and build resilience for a life worth living. I provide creative and innovative perspectives, coupled with a compassionate approach, to helping you reach your best self. We will work together to build understanding and coping around...
(Please note that I am currently located in Illinois and can only offer video or phone sessions). It was Irvin Yalom who said something to the effect that "psychotherapy is like a dress rehearsal for life". With this said, it is my intention to not only offer you support in therapy but to also help you generalize the skills you learn in therapy and apply them in your outside life and...
The world can be a difficult place to live in at times. Sometimes we try to cope in unhealthy ways just to make it through each day. Talking to someone who can help us cope in healthy ways can make a huge difference. We all have strengths that can be hard to notice and having someone to help you identify those can give us hope. Working as a mental health provider for approximately 10 years in a...
In all seasons of life, we experience obstacles between where we are and where we'd like to be. These obstacles can often present themselves in the form of anxiety, depression, a lack of self-confidence, relational issues, or unresolved trauma/grief, etc. I work with individuals, couples, and families in a collaborative process to explore these obstacles, challenge old patterns and beliefs, and...
I have been a Licensed Professional Counselor for over 20 years and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor as well. I have extensive training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) specializing in the treatment of anxiety and depression, grief/loss and substance abuse issues. I work with adults and couples and am passionate about helping decrease opioid overdose deaths. I view my role as a...
Where do you want to be in your life? What are the clear and practical steps to get there? How do you find the understanding, compassion and motivation to take those steps? These are the kinds of questions we will address while working together. As a clinical health psychologist and former Buddhist monk I use a collaborative approach focused on developing more personal well-being. I am a husban...
I work from the belief that the human body and mind work together and constantly strive to find an inner peace and balance through self-healing. My role as a counselor is to help you create self-awareness, to facilitate the healing process, and to support you on your journey to finding your inner peace and life satisfaction. I enjoy working with adults, couples, and adolescents, addressing a wi...
Have you been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, and/or frequently stressed? Are you ready to gain more awareness surrounding old, unhelpful patterns? Therapy may not only help with the improvement of mental, but physical health as well. I would love to help you achieve better overall wellness. I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults (18+) and primarily practices from a cogniti...
