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
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience providing individual, group and family therapy to adolescents and adults, and I have worked in various therapeutic settings. After completing my clinical training at California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC), Kaiser's Chemical Dependency Recovery Program (CDRP) and Adolescent Counseling Services in Palo Alto, I joined Mind Therapy...
Hello! I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for the treatment of anxiety and mood disorders, including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Major Depression, Social Anxiety, and Panic. Life stressors and mental health concerns can be tough, but you don't have to go at it alone. I offer a nonjudgmental, collaborative, solution-focused environment to help you overcome obstacles,...
Welcome to Mind-Over-Matters, LLC counseling, I'm Noel. If you feel like you need change, feel 'off', and are interested in really having someone listen and connect with you, you've reached the right therapist. Let me help you share your story, explore the details, and help you reframe your experiences in ways that will help you achieve your goals, including: autoimmune symptom management,...
*No openings until March 2021 or later* Do you have a hard time saying "no"? Are platonic or intimate relationships difficult? Are you highly critical of yourself? Do you have a lot of guilt? Do you sometimes/often feel resentful or think that you are being taken advantage of? These are a few of the many topics I cover. I offer individual and relationship therapy, attending to areas such as:...
Life transitions can be challenging. Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, or feeling overwhelmed as a result of a recent change in your life? Change is inevitable but often creates stress which can in turn affect our health and well being if left unchecked. If stress, anxiety, or depression are interfering with your daily activities and relationships, professional counseling can be a great...
In moments of doubt or struggle we all need someone to lean on in order to regain our inner strength. Whether you are dealing with relationship issues, emotional difficulties, or life transitions, I am here to help. In my clinical practice I utilize an existential-humanistic psychotherapy framework and a non-directive approach to treatment to facilitate personal growth and autonomy. I approach...
Hi! I work with adults, couples, and adolescents, offering a compassionate yet solution-focused approach a variety of mental health and relational issues. I have a wealth of knowledge and tricks up my sleeve to help you reach your goals. However, the most important part of our therapy together, is that I understand you-- I understand what motivates you, what makes you strong and capable and...
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, especially for the first time. My purpose is to help, and my goal is to assist in overcoming the seemingly impossible in a safe, confidential, judgment-free environment to maximize the alliance potential. My training has lead me to provide the fundamental elements of listening, understanding and enhancing the experience with the most current...
I believe in meeting each individual where they are at any given moment. I believe that healing comes from forgiveness in all forms, and primarily, forgiveness towards ourselves. I work with people by establishing a safe and comforting environment and offer a non-judgmental view towards examining the underlying problems, thoughts, beliefs, or stuck feelings my clients may be holding onto. As a...
I believe when it comes to finding the right therapist, it is crucial to find someone who truly makes you feel seen, understood, and like things really can get better. I concentrate on the relationship between client and therapist; while fostering a climate of collaboration, support and greater self-awareness to assist and guide you through meeting your desired goals. I infuse insight, a sense ...
The first step in the therapy process is building a therapeutic relationship based on trust and compassion. I offer a down to earth approach that recognizes your struggles and your strengths. Growth occurs when we believe that we are truly accepted for who we are right now. When this happens, we are better equipped to see what we may want to hold onto and what we may want to shift. I will think...
I am a clinical psychologist with over 28 years experience providing treatment, clinical instruction and supervision in evidenced based psychotherapy. I have served as a clinical director, supervisor, and clinical instructor of psychology to programs at Columbia Presbyterian, Mt Sinai Medical Center, and Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation.I am committed to the practice and advancement of treatment...
( English | 中文 ) I have a passion for working with interracial / cross-cultural couples and I offer solutions from a cultural perspective to their unique challenges. In therapy, you will learn effective communication skills that help strengthen your emotional bond with each other. You can expect to experience positive changes that promote healthier relationships. Healthier relationships help ...
There is great value in asking for help. It tells me you have the desire to live a more authentic life, to develop the skills to manage its ups and downs more effectively, and to deepen connection- within the self and with the world around you. If you find yourself feeling defeated, or caught in a cycle that is not serving you, I invite you to engage in this process with me. Together, we will w...
I am a non-judgmental, compassionate, culturally competent psychotherapist who utilizes eclectic therapeutic approaches that includes psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, motivational interviewing, solution-focused strategies, play therapy, and client centered therapy. I specialize in treatment of individuals ranging from childhood to adulthood as well as couples. I work with individuals suffer...
