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 therapeutic approach is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space to help clients feel comfortable in starting their journey to a better quality of life. My primary goal is to empower my clients by providing them with the tools and resources necessary to have sustainable, lasting change, so they are not reliant on therapeutic intervention long-term. I have completed significant work in the are...
Much of my professional experience has been working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families. I enjoy helping each family member find their voice and improve their communication and functioning as a family. I aim to help them to lift their depression and anxiety, communicate better in their relationships, and figure out who they are and what they stand for. In addition to individu...
I chose a career in counseling because I have always had a passion for helping others. I believe patients deserve a safe place to share and work on struggles in all aspects of their lives. During an initial evaluation, my goal is to develop an understanding of what each individual patient is seeking and provide a thorough consultation of how to direct treatment. I completed a Master of Arts in ...
You feel like you’re walking through life in a fog. You’ve gone through all the motions, and done all the “right things,” to get to this point in life, and yet it still isn't enough. The thoughts and inner critic are so loud, that it’s hard to imagine them not being there. We’ve learned so many survival skills to get us to this point in life, and they’ve worked. They’ve gotten you here and that...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed by the State of Missouri. I received my Master's Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage/Family Therapy from Stephens College in 2010. I have worked in this field over the last seven years directly with two separate agencies offering individual therapy as well as completing assessments in order to assist families with receiving mental...
Therapy is about gathering and understanding the pieces of your story. The themes of our story, the characters we've encountered, the obstacles we've faced, and the meaning we've made from our experiences, these are all complex things. It's my job (and joy!) to sort through these pieces and provide a new lens in order to challenge you, push you, and help you grow into the most healthy, authenti...
My passion is inspiring people to maximize their life potential by helping them release the ties that are binding them to unhappiness and suffering. The heart of counseling is not to give advice or to fix, the heart of counseling is to create the natural conditions for growth wherein the client (that's you!) evolves beyond the problems they are experiencing and discovers the depths of their own...
We may face a point in life when our foundation is jolted and we begin to question the path we are on. We can be faced with circumstances that affect areas of our life and result in feeling confused or stuck on how to move forward. We may experience a sense of imbalance in our work, relationships, self-care, or spirituality. As we try to regain our footing and work towards resolving these...
We all want to feel connected, nurtured and loved in our relationships. When disconnection happens, we experience both emotional and physical pain; loneliness and isolation keep us distant. We get trapped in negative cycles and aren’t sure how to reconnect in love and trust. Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) can help you stop the cycle, heal the relationship pain that keeps you stuck, improve...
As a licensed clinical social worker with over 25 years experience, I bring a direct, hands approach to my clinical work. It is imperative for each individual to believe that their unique issues can be resolved to a level that is, at the very least, manageable if not resolved to a high level of satisfaction. I truly believe in the resilience of people and each persons ability to live symptom fr...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialized training in pediatric health psychology. In my therapy approach, I draw from evidence-based practice, while collaboratively tailoring therapy to individual needs and symptoms. The goal is always to improve daily functioning and each person's quality of life regardless of their disease status. I have extensive experience working with a varie...
My name is Elizabeth Friesen and I am the primary therapist at Friesen Counseling Services. I opened a private practice so I could commit myself to helping people find their direction just as I have found mine. Friesen Counseling offers in office visits in Newton KS. Visit our website FriesenCounseling.com for more information I have advanced training and certifications in trauma focused therap...
It is my belief that by creating a caring, nonjudgmental, authentic and safe therapeutic relationship, clients can feel empowered to create the life they want to lead. I work with children, adolescents, and adults in various life stages through a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and person-centered therapy, Mindfulness practices and psychodynamic approaches. I have an extensive...
My role as a therapist is to partner with you, to learn about and respect where you've been and where you are now, and to help you build strategies for positive changes. I primarily use a person-centered and solution-focused approach. I take the time to get to know you, to help you identify your strengths, and help determine how to use your strengths to achieve your goals and move towards the n...
I have been a psychologist for over 20 years, first at the University of NE Medical Center, then in private practice. My style aims for relaxed and conversational. In terms of theory and practice, I like to try to understand what drives behavior before attempting to change it. I am interested in patterns, and how prior relationship learning (recent and remote) can remain active in the present....
