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 am a licensed clinical social worker with 20+ years experience working with individuals and families. Issues addressed include trauma, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, relationship issues, self-esteem, grief and old patterns of behavior that negatively affect my clients' well being. I believe it is important to provide a safe and supportive space for my clients to experience healing an...
The decision to start therapy can often be a significant one. "Goodness of fit" is an important part of this decision. My goal in therapy is to help you to feel better, to learn ways to actualize your full potential, and to be able to overcome barriers that get in the way of living a full and rewarding life. I use therapy strategies that have been shown through research to be effective in...
I am currently accepting new clients. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with 25+ years of experience. I work with adults and children (ages 10 and over), who have a variety of concerns, including sadness, depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem, relationship, school, work, and family issues. Drawing on several theoretical frameworks, I work collaboratively with clients to identify their...
A positive therapy experience centers on a collaborative relationship. Together we will work to understand you fully, so as to reduce your suffering and enhance your sense of contentment and purpose. With a compassionate and nonjudgmental partner, you will be able to look more closely, deeply and openly at the patterns that keep you from feeling your best. I have experience working with...
Welcome to my practice. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Therapist in EMDR with more than 14 years experience helping clients resolve emotional traumas. Sometimes emotional traumas are easily identifiable such as sexual abuse or assault, bullying, life threatening environmental events, vehicle accidents or the consequences of physical illness. Other emotional traumas may be...
We welcome you home at one of our three offices, Barrington, Lake Zurich, Palatine. We embrace the concept of body, mind & spirit and believe in treating the whole person. We believe in resilience, transformation and personal growth. We are insurance friendly. Each clinician practices in different areas including; mood disorders, addiction recovery, services to senior citizens, veterans, childr...
I graduated earning an MSW in 1994. I have been licensed as a clinician since 2001 with an LCSW. My experience includes work in psychiatric hospitals, private psychiatric clinics, medical clinics and private practice. I managed a Partial Hospitalization Program for 5 years affording me the opportunity to work with a wide range of mental health issues. I have significant experience with Substanc...
**Currently not accepting new clients.** As a counselor, I am committed to creating a safe and inviting place to address and explore a wide range of challenges, whether those present through relationships, anxiety, depression, spirituality, grief, or barriers preventing joy and peace. When experiencing difficulties, we can often feel isolated and like we are the only one. My hope is to provide ...
Many people find that the process of finding a therapist and enjoying the therapeutic process is tedious and even scary. At Ten Ten Counseling, we make the process simple and easy so that you can get the help you need at a place you want to go. We provide therapy on a gorgeous 100 acre horse farm so that you and your loved ones will be sure to improve your relationships while enjoying great vie...
I'm a clinical social worker with a passion for helping people get to the root of their problems. I find that building safety and trust are the first steps to understanding and working through any kind of difficulty. I work collaboratively with my patients to develop a deep understanding of who they are as individuals, how their problems have come about, and how we can clear away barriers to...
I offer individual, couple, family and group psychotherapy for adults, children and teens who would like to be able to cope more effectively with their emotions and life stresses, heal from difficult or traumatic experiences, improve their relationships, and achieve more success and fulfillment in their lives. By creating a safe, collaborative space to explore your concerns and challenges, ther...
**Currently not accepting new clients** My goal is to empower clients to make the best possible choices for their lives, and develop skills to deal with whatever life throws at them. By providing education and tools, I help individuals, couples, and families get comfortable with difficult feelings and situations, and navigate them more effectively. I specialize in three key areas: Couples,...
I am very proud of the relationships I have formed with my clients. My focus is to empathize, support, and teach the tools to most effectively manage life's stressors. I strive to help each of my clients reach their own personal goals and have a realistic view of both themselves and others in the process. The hardest part is beginning to make different choices and choose those that increase our...
I have been in the field for over twenty years working with children, adolescents and adults with issues related to trauma, loss, family conflict and life changes. All of these can create stress, which left untreated, can develop into debilitating symptoms of depression and or anxiety. My work is focused on giving you the tools to manage your symptoms, while identifying defeating patterns of...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Yoga Instructor. I completed my doctoral degree at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology and yoga training through the LifePower Program. My goal is to teach you the skills needed to heal. I hope to provide you with support to help you complete your goals. I combine your strengths with scientifically proven Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) an...
