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
Have you ever looked at your life and thought, “Why is this happening? Is it always going to be like this? What can I do?” Do you feel anxious, sad or misunderstood more often than not? Maybe life seems easier and better for everyone around you. Maybe you're surrounded by people, but you feel alone. Maybe your relationships feel like a struggle to maintain. Conflict and discomfort seem like the...
Daily stressors of life can take a toll on anyone. No one is immune to stress and trauma which left untreated can lead to significant health related issues. Talking to a professional is not a sign of weakness. Things don't have to be wrong to seek extra help. I work with a diverse clientele from children to adults, refugees and immigrant population, children and families with problematic sexual...
Having quality relationships is one of the cornerstones to living a well-integrated life. When these relationships are not going well, we can feel burdened, anxious, and isolated-all the things that are opposite to how we are designed to live. As a therapist, I am here to support and coach you in taking intentional steps toward your own personal growth, while helping to strengthen the...
"Unexpressed emotions will never die. They are buried alive and will come forth later in uglier ways." I enjoy working who are struggling to cope, adjust or heal from anxiety, depression, trauma, personality and/or family issues. I use a broad range of theory in practice to address client concerns and moving them into wellness. EMDR and Brainspotting therapies help with healing trauma -relation...
Are you going through a transition, suffered a loss, having difficulty managing stress or sensing a change is needed to feel more fulfilled? Are you struggling with a relationship or feeling overwhelmed and stuck in bad patterns that are holding you back from the life you want to lead? Are you ready to learn how to take back control of your emotions so you can live a full life and be the best...
I believe in meeting you where you are and empowering you to find your own solutions to issues such as depression, anxiety, and identity development. I foster a safe environment to process issues with relationships, grief & loss, and adjustment, through authenticity and congruency. Individuality is acknowledged and honored in our work together through the use of an integrated approach that are...
On the outside, it seems like you have it all together. But, you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or an eating disorder. You don’t feel good enough, despite putting effort in everything you do. You work hard to be in control, and get anxious when things don’t go as planned. It is hard to ask for help, since you tend to put other people before yourself. You feel lonely and want to connec...
As a therapist my desire is to help others find wholeness in their relationships with themselves and others through an approach of genuine acceptance, respect, and empathy. I believe meeting people where they are at in life and hearing their unique life stories is an important part of the therapy process. I work with individuals and families; particularly children and adolescents. My approach i...
There is a common thread I see in many of the clients I work with. We are fighting to be good, to be honest, to be successful and yet we feel lost. Maybe you have done everything you thought you needed to do to be happy and you are still suffering. Maybe you feel you have to constantly perform in order to be accepted. Or maybe you wonder… if anyone saw the real you, all of you, would they stick...
The therapy room can be a haven for overwhelming feelings, traumas and confusion- a space for gentle exploration, where I walk alongside you as you uncover patterns and dynamics that keep you from feeling whole. I work with individual adults, couples, teens, families and infant-caregiver pairs in a psychodynamic, depth-oriented way. My work is informed by Buddhist psychological thought,...
Amidst the chaos and pressure of living in the city, life can get challenging. Whether you are looking to work through existing challenges or feel compelled to move in a new direction, it does not have to be done alone. I am a NYS licensed psychotherapist and a national certified counselor who uses evidence-based practice to address concerns such as: substance use, trauma, mood disorders, life...
As a clinician with over 25 years of experience, I guide my clients through their journey of self-discovery by providing a safe, private and non-judgemental environment. It is an interactive process of identifying areas of concern and potential roadblocks that may impede your ability to live a full and meaningful life. I work with individuals and couples ranging in age from pre-teen to older...
Life gets tough sometimes and everyone needs a little help. Sometimes that help comes from friends or family, but other times that help can come from a professional. Reaching out to a counselor is tough but frequently can be the first step towards improvement in life. It is important to find a counselor with whom you feel comfortable enough to do the tough work and talk about the hard issues. I...
Over 30 years of experience has taught me a lot about how to best help the people I see. In my work, I try to listen, with empathy and respect, and to understand what has happened that has brought someone to my office. Clients often find that being able to talk freely in a safe, confidential relationship gives them relief and helps them to develop a clearer sense of the challenges they are faci...
I am deeply committed to clinical excellence as well as a strong belief for growth for my clients and turning their despair to hope. Empower individuals and families regardless of gender, race, sexual orientation, health condition, age, language, culture, economic status, religious background, mental health or addiction challenges to believe that they can still reach their full potential...
