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
( English | español ) Having issues in dealing with the corona outbreak? I offer video sessions, as well as face to face sessions ( which complied with social distanceMaking changes, facing issues is never easy. It takes a great deal of commitment, honesty, and determination to find resolve and peace. Psychotherapy, talk therapy, is not always easy. Some sessions you will leave feeling positive...
Some times things can go "according to plan," but you still feel like you're not doing enough. Whether you're feeling unhappy, anxious, or stuck in the situation, it feels like you're covered in a wave of emotion and you can't shake the feeling. Whether you're trying to improve yourself, dealing with stress in the work/life balance, or grieving loss, I help people rediscover their purpose when...
I can imagine the strain that sheltering in place must be putting on your relationship. Working on your communication skills and intimate connection is challenging enough when you can go to your favorite yoga class when you need a break - but when you can’t leave the house - it can feel unbearable. I want you to know that you’re not alone in feeling this way. Many couples, even those with...
I believe we are the sum of our life experiences and who we are today is neither good nor bad, simply a result of these experiences. I will work with you from a place of compassion and non-judgement, collaborating to make the changes that you want. I appreciate working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and specialize in working with young adults, substance use, depression, anxiety,...
Are you looking for specific tools on how to cope with stressors, communicate in a more effective way, or set attainable goals? As a therapist for the past 21 years I help individuals identify areas in their lives where small changes can have a big impact. Often, subtle changes in communication or perception create a positive shift toward happiness and success. Finding the right therapist is ve...
*I am not currently accepting new clients.* As a therapist with experience in substance abuse and addiction, I specialize in working with adults experiencing active addiction and early recovery from addiction, as well as family members and loved ones who are affected by someone's drinking or substance use. In addition to these areas, I also help people experiencing issues related to Anxiety,...
I definitely understand that reaching out for therapy can cause anxious uncertainty and emotional discomfort. If this is the case, I'm SO GLAD you are making this courageous decision. Regarding my personality and therapeutic style, you will notice this immediately: I am warm, genuine, personable, light-hearted, and easy to connect with. You will also notice I am passionate about understanding y...
What I hear most often from clients are, "I've been to other therapists, and you are different. This feels like I'm changing!" When you are with me, you will know that 100% of my attuned attention is with you. I pay attention to what you say, how you say it, what your body movement tells me, and what your history tells me. If you are seeking support for yourself for inner healing from trauma (a...
Change can be difficult, whether it's a change you choose or not. Therapy provides support as you adapt to life's countless changes. As a clinical social worker, I have spent time working alongside of children, teens, young adults, and adults as they work through issues varying from typical developmental milestones to adjustment following major life traumas. I am grounded in a strengths-based...
I especially enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families to improve their own quality of life as well as their interpersonal relationships. I offer insight on parenting skills and techniques, pre-marital and marriage counseling, divorce care, grief and loss, career counseling, including issues involving the workplace, and conflict resolution, even assisting in ironing out issues betwe...
At some point in life, most of us face challenges that are too overwhelming or challenging to handle on our own. Counseling is a wonderful way to get support, guidance, knowledge, and perspective around these issues, and it can make the difference between struggling and thriving. As a counselor, my goal is to help people through their challenges and struggles, and get to a place where they are...
I provide mental health services to children, adolescents, and their families. Children communicate best through their natural language of play. My counseling approach focuses on meeting children's needs emotionally and developmentally through play therapy. Being able to help children and their families improve their daily life is a privilege. I believe that all people have the capability of...
I have a Master's in Counseling Psychology from Avila University and a Bachelor's in Psychology from the University of Missouri-Columbia with training in Trauma- Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Gottman Method Couple's Therapy & Play Therapy. Beyond my education, I have experience working with children ages 3 and up, adolescents, and adults with a variety of mental health...
My name is Marie. I am a social worker and psychotherapist. I consider it a privilege to come alongside individuals and their families as they courageously navigate the challenges in their lives. As a trauma-informed yoga instructor and mental health clinician, I strive to consider the needs of the whole person: mind, body and spirit. My approach to therapy focuses on building on the client's...
