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 empower and advocate for my clients by providing evidence based counseling. This enriches how clients interact with the community and people in their lives. I understand the social and educational systems of communities throughout NYC. I have 10 years of experience creating and designing after-school programs to close achievement and gender gaps. I know what resources are available for my...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. I received my undergraduate degree in psychology from Tulane University in New Orleans, before completing my graduate training in Community and Agency Counseling from George Mason University. I have extensive experience providing psychological services to adults, children, adolescents, and families of the greater...
Feeling overwhelmed by obstacles in your life? Experiencing challenges in your relationships with others? Taking the first step to enter therapy can be frightening. Trying to find the right therapist can be stressful. Let me help you achieve your optimum mental and emotional health by providing evidence-based treatments in a compassionate and collaborative environment. I have experience working...
I specialize in treating Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety, Depression, Substance Abuse, and working with couples on relationships. I work with adolescents and adults and provide therapy for people who feel like these issues are getting in the way of their goals, impacting their lives negatively, and feel stuck. My goal is to understand the obstacles that are holding you back and hel...
You want a stronger connection to your creativity, life-force, passion, or purpose. You’re ready to more fully embody your authentic self. Prompted by a major life transition or by a baffling sense of inertia — you have a sense of wanting to discover or regain vitality, peace, or fulfillment. If you feel something is “off” but you’re not sure what; if you thirst for something that seems elusive...
Central Valley Family Therapy is a group practice whose sole focus is providing individuals, couples and families support through all walks of life. Our mission is to welcome all clients to a warm and inviting environment, where you can address concerns, achievements and transitions with your therapist. We pride ourselves on being able to meet the client where the client should be met, addressi...
I have a passion and skill for working with individuals and families facing diverse challenges. Family challenges may arise as communication barriers, child development concerns, overwhelming emotions, or unhealthy behaviors. When these situations become unmanageable or disruptive, psychotherapy for individual family members or the entire family has been shown to help alleviate suffering and...
**I am unable to accommodate new clients at this time - Apologies!** My work as a therapist is centered around our innate drive toward health, healing and wholeness. By building on your inherent strengths and developing personal insight and awareness, we're able to move into a more joyful and gratifying life. I'm passionate about empowering my patients to discover the best version of themselves...
As a social worker, I believe in the inherent dignity and worth of each and every person. Although I may have a Masters degree and years of experience working with a diverse array of individuals, families and groups, I believe the answers to your problems lie within, and it is my job to help you recognize that as we navigate a difficult time in your life. Anxiety, depression, and other mental...
I have developed my clinical skills within diverse settings including community based mental health programs, family court, correctional facilities, and private practice. I utilizes evidence based interventions in my work with patients. My interventions are largely cognitive behavioral, however, I am also influenced by psychodynamic and person-centered therapy styles. I have treated patients...
Many of us find ourselves feeling stuck, frustrated or unfulfilled in our relationships, work or life path. Talking to a friend or family member may be a good start but, at times, cannot create a safe, supportive distance to work through what is troubling us. In my clinical work, I offer a safe and supportive environment in which to understand yourself, what's getting in the way in your life no...
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I believe that it is in relationship with others that we find healing from past and present hurts. I am passionate about creating a safe environment for that healing to take place. My counseling background includes working with children, adolescents, and adults, as well as families. My clinical skills include helping people with communication/relationship problems, self-esteem building, stress...
I have a practical, interactive, direct and goal oriented approach to therapy. I see myself as your guide. My goal is to teach you the tools needed to thrive not just survive....
I work with adults and seniors, individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with anxiety, depression, and identity issues. I help by allowing you to tell your story, tap into your individual strengths to facilitate healing, achieve greater emotional intelligence, develop healthier communication styles and overcome your life challenges. Within a Strength-based, Client-centered environme...
