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
It’s natural to have times when the answers to life’s dilemmas seem unclear. But you don’t have to live a life of uncertainty, frustration and confusion anymore. Whether you are facing a major life transition, personal conflict, or just feel stuck in your current situation, you have come to the right place. I work in partnership with my clients. I bring my experience, training and listening...
Ryan King is a state licensed Social Worker with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and a Master's degree in Social Work from University of Pittsburgh, with a focus on Mental Health. Ryan currently works on a community treatment team as a therapist working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness including Schizophrenia, Mood Disorders...
Learning occurs in relationship with self, others and environment. We all have various coping skills to manage the difficulties we experience. Having a safe space to look at, enhance and learn greater coping skills is essential to growth. I believe each person is on a journey to feel better and make sense of their life. I have the opportunity to journey with individuals and families as they wor...
While many choose to focus on treating the symptoms, Watson focuses on identifying and resolving the root cause of concern. Her unique ability to tailor therapy to the individual needs of each client means that no session looks or works the same way. Like the ever-popular Painting with a Twist, her creative art therapy session allows clientele to paint a canvas while enjoying healthy snacks and...
Life has an inevitable way of presenting us with different stressors and transitions such as relationship problems, becoming a parent, divorce and difficulties at work. We may experience feelings of disconnection, dissatisfaction, disappointment, grief, anxiety, depression and many others. How well we know ourselves can allow us to confront such challenges with less difficulty. Our personal...
My focus is to assist children/individuals/families with the tasks that are developmentally compelling to them. This can look very different depending on who you are and what you hope to get from therapy. Whether you would like relief from specific issues such as anxiety, grief or depression, or if you have clear goals you would like to work towards such as developing self-awareness or explorin...
I believe one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. Are you ready to make a positive change in your life? Asking for help takes courage, but the rewards of doing so can lead to a lifetime of fulfillment. In working together, we will cultivate growth by understanding the obstacles that you face and develop solutions that can help you gain control of your life an...
We all have the natural ability to heal and grow to our full potential. In children and adolescents this ability is enormously powerful but can be disrupted by stress and obstacles, both internal and external. You are probably seeking therapy for yourself or your child, to find a way to overcome these obstacles and move forward with healing and growth. For 20 years, I have helped children,...
I am a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience. I use primarily relational and psycho-dynamic approaches to help people understand and make meaning of current conflicts and difficulties and to develop a compassionate narrative in relation to these difficulties. My focus is on supporting desired changes and the capacity to live a more fulfilling, self-determined life. Mindfulness ...
Accepting NEW PATIENTS! Feeling frustrated and overwhelmed? Not sure what's next for you or your relationship? I can help. I created Growth Therapy Center to inspire and empower you to become your very best right now. My counseling and coaching practice is designed to give you the tools necessary to get you back on track quickly and on to the amazing life you deserve! I am passionate about help...
The NEST is a boutique mental health and wellness clinic located in beautiful downtown Stillwater. While we specialize in concerns related to the reproductive cycle across the lifespan, we also work with a wide variety of mental health conditions in men, women and adolescents. Our team includes experienced licensed mental health providers and nurse practitioners who take a proactive stance in...
Life has a normal pattern of ups and downs. But we can face times in our lives when our natural support system isn't enough. You may consider seeing a professional counselor. ABALANCE Client-Centered Counseling is a safe, comfortable, professional setting to discuss the issues in your life. We are not a clinic but a Group Private Practice dedicated to providing you the best in Mental Health Car...
In our work together, I'll help you explore your personal history so that you can achieve a deeper understanding of your current problems and achieve greater self-awareness. I believe our early experiences and traumas show up in our current lives and can manifest themselves in a myriad of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Therefore, I view therapy as a guide moving us towards the necessary...
Find Your Way is a counseling practice helping young people and their families who are trying to navigate their way through difficult times. My goal for my clients is to achieve happiness, health and safety. I have a passion for working with young people and admire their ability to explore and shape themselves and their world. I believe that life is a journey and I hope to be an instrument to...
My heart is to serve anyone that walks through my door. I hope to create a safe, trusting place for you to know you can share your struggles in an authentic and raw, and productive space. My heart is to serve you in a holistic way and I desire to give equal attention to the past, present, and future. I tend to lean towards a cognitive behavioral approach with a lot of grace thrown in. I desire ...
