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 focus on the relationship and I strive to create a warm and caring space where clients can be their authentic self. I work collaboratively with clients to identify goals and areas of growth to focus on during our time together. My areas of expertise include working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions. I specialize in working with adolescents and...
If you are finding yourself in need of therapy then chances are searching for a new therapist may be feeling a bit daunting right now. Whether you are going through a significant life situation or if your distress seems to have caught you by surprise, I thought it would be helpful to share some highly likely topics of exploration that can be expected during our work together as a means to seein...
If you're here searching, you are likely on the path to becoming a more "you" you. I offer a safe, open, and welcoming environment to process life's challenges. My goal is to be a breath of fresh air for those who are struggling and seem to have lost hope. Whether you are currently experiencing major life transitions, looking to explore past traumas, working to increase self-esteem, or anything...
Social Isolation during Covid19 can be difficult to manage, not only financially but emotionally. We are offering discounted tele-health sessions to the community. Health care providers and first responders will be free of charge for three sessions. Stand strong and stand together. I have a medical background that will provide some insight to the difficulty health care providers are facing....
We understand that the decision to begin therapy may be difficult. Limited finances, perceived family rejection, lack of time, and cultural barriers are just a few reasons why individuals refrain from embarking on this life-altering journey. Regardless of the reasons, Professional Psychological Services is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. We promise to provide a safe environm...
We understand that the decision to begin therapy may be difficult. Limited finances, perceived family rejection, lack of time, and cultural barriers are just a few reasons why individuals refrain from embarking on this life-altering journey. Regardless of the reasons, Professional Psychological Services is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential. Samantha Wright received her Master's...
"Alis grave nihil": Nothing is heavy to those with wings. My goal is to help clients learn to fly above their pain, fears, stressors. My job is providing the tools and guidance to recognize the issues. In my practice, these tools might include cognitive or behavioral techniques or other methods/theories, including mindfulness. The approach to wellness might include spiritual or physical health...
My office is surrounded by gorgeous fields and horses; the location itself provides opportunities for respite and healing. My main service is equine facilitated psychotherapy (EFP). Horses are non-judgmental and able to provide in the moment feedback to help clients overcome obstacles, learn new skills and work toward meeting goals. If you currently feel stuck or if sitting in an office and...
You matter. You are enough. You deserve to take up space. You deserve to make yourself a priority. By stepping foot into my office, you are already taking the first step to making yourself a priority. Together we can figure out what's getting in the way of you living your best life as your best self and identify the resources that can help. I am intensively trained in working around difficultie...
"I never guessed this would be my life!" That has been one of the many thoughts that just keep coming up for you as you push yourself out of bed every day. Feeling overwhelmed and depressed you figure you might as well get used to feeling unhappy but it makes you annoyed and resentful. Feeling this way makes you push others away. You've decided to finally look for someone to talk to but you eve...
I've been working in the mental health field since 2007, and as a therapist since 2011. I have extensive experience in family therapy and do well with teenagers who "...just don't seem to do well with other therapists." I also love working with adults with trauma histories (e.g. - histories of sexual or domestic violence) and watching them grow as they come to realize they are so much more than...
People enter therapy for various reasons—sometimes to solve a specific problem, but more often in hopes of remedying a deeper sense of unease. The conversation might begin with a symptom and then evolve to encompass the whole of one's life. In therapy, we speak our fears and desires, our pride and shame, fantasies, regrets, ecstasies, and more. I have worked with people experiencing a wide arra...
Workers, Educators, Leaders, Public Servants, and the Business Sector. IT’S TIME to invest in your health. Don't let the isolation take hold. LIFE is Different now. But the way of healing is still a teachable skill. I am not your typical therapist, lets get energized about your goals, and make a plan to make it happen. We need to think differently if we want different results. The hardest part ...
I'm here to listen. Stuck, hurt, scared, or lost; finding your path again can be difficult. Whether you are returning to therapy or beginning for the first time, together we can identify what is holding you back and how to overcome it. I aim to provide a safe, trusting, non-judgmental space for you to reflect, heal, and grow. I practice with an integrative approach, combining aspects of...
Everyone needs validation and support from time to time! Deciding to seek counseling can be scary but it is an important step that can be very empowering and fulfilling! For over 20 years I have worked with people of all ages in a variety of settings to explore and teach safe, effective ways to manage and express overwhelming emotions. Whether you are experiencing significant sadness, anxiety,...
