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
I have specific interest in treating troubled adolescents, adults, famililies and couple's. I have a wealth of experience relating to anxiety, ADHD, behavioral problems in children and adolescents, depression, trauma work, mood disorders, survivors of abuse/neglect and much more. The ideal client would be one who is motivated to explore self process in efforts to help propel themselves forward ...
Andrew has been working in the mental health field for over 20 years. Andrew's heart and passion is to help people clarify the immense confusion which can arise when they enter their internal worlds. So often we avoid looking at what is inside for fear that it will distress, sadden, or overwhelm us. I believe my job as a Counselor is to help you to discover, understand, and accept what is there...
I appreciate the courage it takes for someone to seek therapy and ask for help. Even though it can be an uncomfortable process at the beginning, psychotherapy can be an extremely rewarding experience. I try my best to provide you with a very safe and supportive environment and to work collaboratively with you on raising your awareness about your process and helping you improve your quality of...
"Life will give you whatever experience is most helpful for the evolution of your consciousness. How do you know this is the experience you need? Because this is the experience you are having at the moment." Eckhart Tolle ~ If you are having life struggles, let's talk more and see how I may help you along this journey called life. I feel a strong therapeutic relationship is the best predictor o...
I work with individuals, couples and families suffering from depression/anxiety, adult children of alcoholics, blended families, couples/marriage,family counseling, infidelity, communication problems, parenting issues, codependency, self-esteem, and stress management. I am an active, directive, cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused therapist. I have been working in the field of...
I am passionate about equipping clients to live happier, healthier lives. This is accomplished by listening to each individual's unique story, creating a plan to address concerns, and walking alongside the client throughout the process. I have experience in helping clients address thought processes or behaviors that pose obstacles to wellbeing, equipping individuals for problem solving and...
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If you are looking to manage your anxiety or depression without medication or want to reduce your dependence on medications, I am a licensed clinical professional counselor utilizing a holistic orientation. With over 35 years of experience working with a variety of mental health and medical clients, I teach clients how to manage anxiety, trauma, depression and medical issues such as or...
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At some point in our lives, many if not most of us, will experience some sort of emotional pain or relational issue that we simply cannot work out on our own. This can lead to feelings of being stuck or even trapped. These feelings often create suffering and can damage those around us. At M. Craig Counseling Services, my non-judgmental and caring approach coupled with helping you live by your t...
Are you getting feedback from colleagues, friends or family members about your anger or aggression? Is your relationship or work life at risk because of your anger? At Anger Management 818 we offer several different programs designed to help you learn about your anger, and manage your emotions more effectively. Let our anger management counselors help you perceive challenging situations...
Are you looking for affordable, warm and caring, scientifically-based therapy? The Capital Therapy Project provides reduced-fee individual therapy. We love helping young adults in their 20s and early 30s to feel better and reach their potential. Yet, therapy in DC is too expensive for many. That's why our fees are approximately 60% less than typical therapy fees in DC @ $90 for individuals. Our...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years' experience working with adults of all ages. I collaborate with each client to create a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship within which the individual can explore and clarify difficulties, come to a deeper understanding, and make changes that lead to a more fulfilling life. I integrate aspects of psychodynamic, interpersonal,...
Active in approach, transparent in nature and collaborative in style, my practice will validate all it has taken for you to arrive at my door. Then begins the process of crafting a clear pathway towards a different experience of self. Supporting individuals and families in acquiring and sustaining the real skills necessary for positive behavioral change is what I do best, be it in my Cambridge...
