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
Let's face it, life can be stressful and overwhelming. I specialize in helping individuals cope with the real stressors of balancing work, relationships, family demands and personal life. I understand how easy it is to lose yourself while trying to conquer all of life's challenges from relationship issues and career uncertainty to finding your purpose and fulfilment in a world that is constantl...
"Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom." (Victor Frankel) I am a licensed mental health counselor with his PsyD from Argosy University. My training includes providing co-occurring disorder therapy meaning the simultaneous treatment of addiction and other psychiatric disorder. I treat...
Everyone has the ability to live a full and healthy life. Sometimes we need help along the way! The foundation of my work is in Christian beliefs and practices. I am here to provide you with the assistance you need through empathetic understanding and a strengths-based approach regardless of your path. I am a firm believer in owning your journey, overcoming obstacles, and always striving to be ...
When working with clients, I like to get to know the specific individual, to understand their needs, and what they need the most support with. In working with children, adults, and families, it's important to understand all of the systems involved, to help the individual reach their wellness goals. I specialize in working with children, adults, and families dealing with issues related to school...
A positive connection between a client and a therapist is imperative for the therapeutic process to be beneficial, which is why I value creating a strong foundation built on collaboration, warmth and empathy. My goal is to create a "brave space" where we can together explore ways of overcoming obstacles that might be holding you back from the life you want and deserve. I consider the role of...
My job is to be your sounding board without judgement, to process the negative thoughts, behaviors and self-talk with you and for us to create strategies to use to shift how people treat you and ultimately change how you treat yourself. We will begin with what is concerning you now, what you know is happening, where you have had victories and places and times when things did not go your way. I ...
I am a Clinical Social worker with over 15 years experience. I enjoy working with adults and couples on issues of mental health, addictions/codependency and trauma. I will help you explore events, feelings/emotions and relationships that are holding you back and implement a plan to help you reach your goals. I utilize EMDR to facilitate processing of traumatic events and experiences that are...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. I graduated from the Fordham University Graduate School of Social Service. My postgraduate work included completion of the Somatic Experiencing Trauma Institute's Somatic Experiencing Practitioner course, and completion of a four-year Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy program at the Training Institute for Mental Health. ...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist. I have worked with children and families with a variety of different presenting issues. I strive to help clients achieve a more positive place in their lives. I enjoy counseling individuals of all ages, specializing with children and adolescents....
We all need to feel heard, valued and respected. But, what happens when our own stress level or that of our children becomes more than we can manage? When ideal communication goes out the window, and we feel frustrated and at a loss? I work therapeutically with you and your child to discover the reasons behind your child's behavior and teach you the skills necessary to restore a successful...
One of the great values of obtaining therapy is to experience for oneself the great value of positive support. I strongly believe in meeting my clients where they are, and providing a supportive and non-judgemental environment. I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults who have been impacted by trauma, struggling to cope with negative and painful emotions, depression,...
"Sometimes the bravest and most important thing you can do is just show up," Brene Brown. Making the decision to go to therapy is difficult, finding the right therapist can be even more of a challenge. I believe therapy is a collaborative process that must occur in a safe and accepting space to facilitate change. I specialize in working with those who have experienced trauma, as well as navigat...
I am the Clinical Director at Bayshore Retreat, an Alcohol and Substance Abuse Treatment Center located on the beautiful emerald coast in Destin, Florida. We focus on life recovery, not just treatment of an addiction. We believe in a personal, individualized approach to recovery. A person's life experiences define them and we believe their treatment program should reflect that uniqueness. With ...
Most challenges we face as humans are "normal" as opposed to there being something "wrong" with us. However, we can often feel alone and overwhelmed when facing problems. Talking to a caring person can make a difference. I believe it helps to have an objective, knowledgeable and wise coach to help you find your way. I like to use analogies and work as a team with a client. I describe myself as ...
Hello! I'm Jacy Palmitier and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I've spent the last 6 years working with children ages 3 to 17 and their families. I've helped countless families learn how to manage unexpected life events, challenges, and transitions. My goal as a counselor is to provide you with a safe place to explore, reflect, and learn. I want to help you explore any current issues you...
