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
Life is not always easy and at times it can take unexpected turns. As a marriage and family therapist I understand the many roles we play as individuals and how they are all interconnected. I understand that relationships with others are important and that at times they might not be working as effectively as one would like. I want to assist you to make those key relationships in your life healt...
I know life is hard and relationships can be full of conflict. I try to create a safe and compassionate environment in which you can share freely and find renewed hope. I look forward to helping you deal more effectively with the interpersonal struggles, depression, anxiety and/or relational issues which may be hindering your sense of well-being. I specialize in assisting individuals and couple...
My specialty is to help Individuals and Couples reach their ideal self, while managing the anxiety and self-doubt that inherently accompany life transitions and personal growth. I invite you to experience transformation in your life and relationships in a dynamic way. Growth and change can be painful, and something we all struggle with, even if positive. I bring empathy and a compassionate natu...
Learning to be a human being here on planet earth is a beautiful and oh so very challenging task. I believe we are given all the tools we need for healing along this road called life and sometimes we need some extra support along the way. In these times where anxiety is the new normal, it can be challenging to live in a human body and experience all the intensity. It is no wonder that...
If you've ever wished you could change your life, the way you behave, or your use of alcohol or drugs, it might be time to talk with someone making the change. I am a counselor with over 20 years experience helping people successfully deal with such problems. It is surprising how powerful we are when we accept help, understand our behaviors and learning new coping skills. Making the time for...
Some counseling professionals take very specific approaches to therapy. I do not. Your story, your pain, and your collection of struggles are unique to you. There is no one-size fits all approach to therapy. We'll spend time understanding exactly what you are experiencing - and why - so when you start making changes that improve your life, they will stick. My job is to give my clients the quick...
I have been a licensed MFT for 20+ years. My goal is to work with clients to help them achieve emotional clarity, and to learn to THINK about emotions, not just simply react. I work with individuals mainly, but also see couples....
I spent many years of my life suffering at the hands of addiction. After what started out as what felt like a never ending cycle of insanity that I could not escape, I was finally able to come to terms with the idea that I could live a life without substances involved. Am I going to tell you some things you don't want to hear?...maybe. Am I going to keep it real?... yes. Can you get better with...
I offer relief from anxiety and depression for individuals who have not had results from typical "talk therapy". Reconnecting clients with a "life worth living" is my specialty. I also offer strategies for couples to improve communication. I see clients at two locations and am available for phone or Skype sessions. My down-to-earth methods and humor with clients help humanize the therapy...
I have over ten years of experience helping clients, particularly sex addicts, with the challenging, often frightening task of achieving their potential. When people come into my office, they are usually stuck. Stuck in destructive, out of control behaviors. Stuck in ways of coping with past traumas that are not allowing them to move forward. Their distress at being stuck is palpable, as is the...
Are you feeling tired, low energy or dealing with overwhelming anxiety and emotions? I can help you manage these feelings with coping strategies so that your quality of life will improve. I offer a sliding scale based on income so need to worry about insurance. My experience includes: counseling individuals, adolescents and couples and groups. I also perform emotional support animal evaluations...
It is my belief that through exploration and collaboration, your life can change for the better. "Courage doesn't happen when you have all the answers. It happens when you are ready to face the questions you have been avoiding your whole life." ~ Shannon L. Alder. I enjoy working closely with people and I am honored when they share their lives with me. I've spent my entire career walking with...
I have over 20 years experience working with children, adolescents, adults and the elderly incorporating a combination of CBT and mindful techniques in order to help navigate through all aspects of life. My role as therapist is to help facilitate in the journey, perhaps begining with a neuropsychological evaluation to help determine cognitive function, implement an individually based treatment...
If you are experiencing concerns with body image, depression, anxiety, or trauma, I can help you. As a licensed mental health counselor, I find it rewarding to help clients overcome challenging obstacles in their lives. I offer a safe, compassionate environment where I utilize evidence based practices such as dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and cognitive...
I am attentive to the needs of the client I meet the client where they are at I help you to move forward in your life through various therapeutic interventions I specialize in depression anxiety substance abuse and trauma therapy I have an intimate setting that allows you to feel comfortable and safe....
