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
I am the Rev. Dr. C. Scot Giles, a Board Certified Diplomate of the National Guild of Hypnotists. This level is the highest level of Board Certification a Consulting Hypnotist can earn. I have been in practice more than thirty years with a special interest in medical issues, weight control and fertility. If you have a personal problem that has resisted other attempts to help, struggle with a...
Jessica Quick, MSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker who brings warmth and energy along with a cognitive approach to her work with a diverse group of adolescents, young adults, and adults. Using a blend of person-first therapy and motivational interviewing, complemented by Cognitive Behavioral and mindfulness techniques, Jess has worked in a wide variety of treatment settings for over...
Opening your eyes to the dark and you know before you look at the clock that little time has passed. Sleep is elusive and your brain is constantly "on." Worries are overwhelming and it's difficult to remember the last time you felt calm. Everything feels like so much work. Getting up, bathing, eating... not to mention taking care of the kids and going to work. All those activities that used to...
Imagine if vulnerability was no longer a dirty word. Imagine if you could escape from suffering, regain control of your life, and love the life you're living. Putting your self-care at the top of your list might be just what you need to start making the changes you've been dreaming about. I specialize in serving survivors of trauma. I work with clients to improve coping and help them to heal fr...
Do you want a more passionate relationship? Do you feel uncertain or anxious about sex? Are you struggling to overcome the pain of infidelity? Are you having difficulty with sexual desire? Do your sexual behaviors cause you or your partner distress? Are you tired of fighting over sex? As a psychotherapist specializing in treating sex and relationship issues, and the only AASECT certified Sex...
In my private practice, I enjoy working with clients with an array of presenting concerns, including: anxiety, depression, eating issues, relationship issues, and stress management through each of life's transitions. I have a special interest in guiding clients toward the life they envision and helping them unlock their potential to be the best version of themselves. Working together in a...
Therapy Associates of Tacoma strives to make quality counseling an affordable resource. Therapy Associates of Tacoma counselors work collaboratively with individuals, teens, couples, and families to identify and create movement toward your desired goals....
At times, many individuals feel adrift in life. Experiencing feelings of numbness, intense sadness, or worry can leave one feeling like coping is impossible and motivation is far out of reach. Even in the darkest of times, however, relief is possible. Through a collaborative, individually tailored treatment approach, I work with you to alleviate troublesome symptoms and help you to reveal cruci...
As a therapist, I operate from the framework that our physical, emotional, and mental well-being are in constant communication over time and in our everyday lives. My practice stems from providing insight and support that not only promotes feeling better during therapy, but in everyday life as well. I work with clients (17+) who are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, illness, and...
I believe therapy takes work and courage. I see me role as a guide and support in order to help you recognize and learn the skills needed to achieve your goals. My approach to therapy is positive and strength based. In addition to traditional talk therapy (such as CBT) I utilize mindfulness techniques and, when possible, include creative art therapies to enhance therapy; as creative art therapi...
Have you ever made a choice and immediately asked yourself: "Why in the world did I do that?" Imagine if you had talked with someone you trusted before you made that choice. What a difference some compassion and understanding can make. Lighten your burden with someone to walk with you through your difficult life choices. Whether you're wrestling with a work-related challenge or a situation in y...
*I'm only providing Telehealth at this time.* Please see www.shanthiwellness.com to read more about telehealth and to schedule an appointment. My counseling practice is called Shanthi, a Sanskrit word meaning "Peace, Rest, Calm, Tranquility, or Bliss". Our society takes a lot of time to focus on our physical wellness however, we often neglect our mental wellness. That is what I hope to help you...
I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are struggling to figure out who they are and what they want in life. My clients face a range of pressures to fit with expectations from friends, family, and coworkers. They wrestle with self-criticism, intense emotions and mood swings, and report feelings of despair. They may feel so broken down and overwhelmed that they use substances, h...
PLEASE NOTE: I am not taking new clients currently. To be added to my waiting list (anticipated start date in early January, please call/email*** I believe that effective therapy can promote happiness and renewed sense of self-worth and understanding through supported self-discovery. My counseling style is non-judgmental, collaborative, caring and inclusive. I am an active listener and seek to...
I enjoy coming alongside individuals, couples, and families, and helping those who would like to work through their challenges with stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, ADHD, academic difficulties, family problems, or other mental health concerns. I believe it is important to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients, to be compassionate, to listen carefully to them, to encourage them...
