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 love working with individuals who feel stressed out and overwhelmed because they never feel good enough. I can help you develop a clearer sense of self, develop self-compassion, help you feel empowered so you can live life with more confidence & joy and also have deeper, more meaningful relationships without losing yourself and ending up feeling resentful or angry. I specialize in helping you...
I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist and a Certified Teacher. I perform comprehensive evaluations of individuals who have learning differences, such as Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), auditory and visual processing disorders, learning disabilities, and academic challenges. The primary goal is to understand how an individual's brain works, so a plan can be developed which makes...
I believe that most people who see a counselor are not psychologically abnormal. My clients are having normal reactions to a complex, stressful, ever-changing world. No matter the problem, people cope in the best way they know how. My job is simply to help you become more effective in your coping. Because so many people have busy schedules, I provide services in the evenings so that my clients...
If you are reading this, you have already begun the process of change in your life. It is with that initiative that I can help guide you toward your goals. My expertise lies in the treatment of anxiety, depression and relationship issues where you may gain greater insight into the challenges you face and learn more effective ways of navigating your life. I aim to provide a safe, calm space, and...
WE ARE TAKING NEW CLIENTS! I counsel on many sensitive and intimate topics. Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, LGBTQ issues, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, an autoimmune disease, or just life issues in general? Is a relationship or career choice no longer serving you in a positive way? My office is a nurturing place that welcomes...
I believe in the inherently healing qualities of a mutually respectful, professional relationship between counselor and patient. I offer counseling services to my patients that support the unique and private development of effective personal and interpersonal skills, compassionate reasoning, and patient identified goals for thought, feeling, and behavior change. Listening to my patients and...
**NOTE: Currently full and not accepting new clients.** Although my approach to counseling draws from a variety of models, all are rooted in the fundamental principles of acceptance, authenticity and experience. Beyond just exploring old patterns of beliefs and behaviors, my focus is on helping clients find solutions. My style is active, both in- and outside of sessions, as I regularly seek...
Are you frustrated by anxiety, overwhelm, worry, co-dependency or flashbacks? Are you plagued by guilt, "I'm not good enough," or comparing yourself to others? Does a yucky sense of disconnection gnaw at your insides? Healing and serenity are possible when you find the right support. Go ahead, show yourself that you matter right now by reaching out for support. It is a bold act of love and a...
I have worked with individuals with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and eating disorders, among many others. I specialize in counseling individuals who have gone through traumatic events including, but not limited to, child abuse, natural disaster, domestic violence, rape, and growing up in a dysfunctional family. I am available during the weekdays by appointment....
Phone and Video Sessions Available! I am an experienced Licensed Addiction Counselor & Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have worked extensively with clients who have substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, & grief. Teletherapy sessions are convenient. You don't have to search for a location that is close to home or drive through a snow storm to your appointment. In fact, you don't have ...
I am a Registered, Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor who believes in the power of art to transform and heal. I like to create a comfortable environment for children, teens, adults and families to work on change. I offer creative arts therapies including art therapy, sand tray, and play techniques to help them overcome challenges. In sessions, you will see how art...
Do you want your life to include more authenticity and vitality?.I bring a wealth of experience, skill and compassion to my practice. Change is a constant and dealing with change inevitable. Dealing with loss and grief make up a large part of my practice. I consulted for many years with The Center for Grieving Children around individual and family issues regarding terminal illness and the loss ...
I enjoy finding ways to help my clients learn to support themselves and heal issues that have impacted their ability to feel happy and grounded. Teaching clients to find their own inner strength enables them to cope with many issues that have prevented them from growing and realizing their full potential. Depression, anxiety, alcoholism/drug addiction, and post traumatic stress disorder are jus...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who provides individual, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in the greater Philadelphia area. I see therapy as a collaborative effort focused on helping you find balance, insight, and ease both inside and out. Whether you are facing relationship issues, stressful life circumstances, or processing the aftermath of upsetting experiences, ...
Do you find yourself feeling sad or anxious for no particular reason? Do you sometimes wish you had help managing life and all of its challenges? I can help you by providing a compassionate, safe,and non-judgemental place to express your deepest thoughts and feelings and explore options to resolve the problems you are facing. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with experience working with...
