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
We are defined by our relationships. Relationship to ourselves, to others and to the world. Relationship dynamics get formed in attempts to succeed in life. Though sometimes we may succeed in relationship at certain points in life, those same dynamics can also become unproductive. At that point we can use the dynamic to understand the problem and determine the adjustments that then lead to succ...
I would love to see each individual experiencing life at their full potential. I also understand that there are many things that can get in the way of that. I strive to create a safe, comfortable, empowering and creative environment in which my clients can work towards their individual goals. My commitment is to come along side you by providing skills, knowledge, reflection, support, and...
Do you ever find yourself feeling anxious or fearful without knowing why? Do you feel like life’s difficulties are overwhelming you? If you do, you are not alone. The challenges of everyday life, can at times become overwhelming for us all. It is at times like these when we need the guidance, support and a positive perspective from a trained professional. You may not believe it, but the answers...
I bring 30 years of counseling experience to my work with individuals and couples. I have worked as a counselor in a wide variety of settings including pastoral counseling, private practice, a drug and alcohol residential treatment center, and a community mental health center. I am a counselor because I want to help people rebuild their lives out of the rubble of life's storms, help people rais...
I offer individual and family therapy in a variety of settings; including an office in Canon City and a mountain ranch near Guffey, depending on your interest and comfort level. I am committed to providing quality therapy, with a unique and individualized treatment approach. Check out my website for more information http://rosamondtherapy.com/ My passion is helping people to create a life worth...
I work with young people aged 14-35. I am a borderline personality disorder specialist primarily and also support high achieving people with anxiety and those in the LGBTQ+ community (including gender confirming processes). Clients often say they want a therapist who will provide realistic, down-to-earth support and engage them in hard discussions which is what people find when they meet with m...
First of all, thank you for visiting my page. As a licensed psychologist with assessment experience, my services are often sought out by parents seeking testing for their children. Some of my services include ADHD testing, gifted testing, and learning disability evaluations. I also provide therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults....
Maybe you are coping with a stressful pregnancy? Or grappling with the loss of one? Are you postpartum, feeling unsure, worried, irritable, sad, unable to sleep even when the baby sleeps? Or perhaps, you are further along the parenting continuum, supporting your child through the various developmental stages - toddlerhood, adolescence and beyond. Is that meltdown normal? How do I help my daught...
I feel that family connection and communication is the foundation for healthy futures for both adults and adolescents. As a seasoned LCSW in the Denver metro area I have extensive experience in working with youth and families in getting through these challenging experiences and moving towards healthier communication, relationships and futures. I offer in-home family and individual work that...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! My mission is to establish a safe and welcoming space in order to create a comfortable, trusting environment. I am very passionate about encouraging self-awareness and personal growth in order to assist and empower clients in identifying goals, overcoming challenges and achieving their full potential. I believe that each and every client is different and requires individu...
***Currently Full; Not accepting new clients at this time.*** People typically come to my office when they are ready to make changes in their life, whether that’s a greater sense of purpose, a more fulfilling work/life balance, or moving past unhelpful relational or behavioral patterns. I see a wide range of adults, including trauma survivors, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals wh...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, anxious? I believe change starts with the mind. Let's work together to change your thoughts, manage stress and improve your outlook. I use a variety of clinically proven techniques to help you face life's challenges with confidence. I work with adolescents, adults, individuals, couples and families. I treat anxiety, depression, anger issues,...
Becca has been in private practice since 2000 and has helped thousands of people in over 130 countries heal and transform their lives. She provides Psychotherapy for individuals, couples, and groups. Trained and certified in Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy, NLP, EMDR I & II, EFT, and PSYCH-K®. She served as the president of the Colorado Hypnotherapist Association 2001-2004, was an Associate...
Life and relationships can be difficult to navigate, worsened by the pressures we put on ourselves to be perfect. Often, anxiety, depression, and external demands create roadblocks to our happiness/ success and even create problems in our relationships. I help people like you learn to conquer their inner bully and create healthy, clear boundaries so you can experience the most meaningful and...
*I am not taking on new clients at this time. I will update my profile when I have new openings.* It takes courage to search for a new therapist. If you are looking through these profiles, there is a resilient, healthy part of you that's ready for change. You may be seeking relief, support, and healing for yourself or a loved one. Entering therapy is a profound act of self-love and self-respect...
