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
You get home after another long day. And while you can think of all the things you should do, you just don't have the energy or the motivation. So you spend another night on the couch, watching Netflix and eating Cheez-Its for dinner. You finally go to bed (too late...again) only to lie there, berating yourself about everything you didn't accomplish and worrying about the mountain of to-dos...
Are you someone who is committed to helping others? Maybe you work for a non-profit or organization that serves vulnerable communities. Maybe you work in animal welfare. Maybe you’re a parent, an activist, a teacher, a nurse, or a social worker. My passion as a counselor is supporting the helpers of the world: giving you the space you need to heal, cope, and grow so that you can continue to do ...
Every person has issues that they could use help dealing with at some point in their lives. Maybe the problem is depression, anxiety, self-esteem, or confidence. Maybe the problem is a mixture of many things or you might not even understand what the problem is or where it has come from. Whatever it may be we all want to work toward optimal functioning and well being but to do this we sometimes...
As your therapist, I want to help you learn how to identify and achieve your goals in life! Unfortunately, many of us have been told that we are “a problem" and this can impact our beliefs around what we think we deserve. Oftentimes, these things do not serve our greater good but someone else's and to our detriment.I enjoy working with clients to disband these harmful beliefs, so that we may no...
Is your relationship hurting right now? It's so hard to keep the closeness and loving feelings when you're not communicating, or there's been hurt. Though you may be feeling discouraged, or even doubtful that you can repair, don't give up hope on your relationship. I will help you learn ways to talk without fighting and to start feeling heard. If there have been injuries to your trust, I will h...
I believe walking into therapy is one of the bravest gifts you can give yourself. I try to create a calm, safe environment for clients. My style is relational, warm, kind, and encouraging which makes it easy for my clients to relax. I have a genuine, down-to-earth personality and I speak to clients in much the same way that I would talk to a friend or any other person in my life. I work from a...
( English | español ) We are a team of bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist that believe in the power of YOU! We are confident that each individual has the power of inner healing and we are ready to take that journey with you. Whether you have have been struggling with feeling sad, anxious, hurt or run down we are here to help you. We make it easy for you to have access to quality mental healt...
I am committed to helping individuals, couples and families reach their fullest potential by equipping them with the tools/skills to thrive and live their best life. My goal is to assist my clients to be able to overcome past traumas, insecurities, negative relationship habits and other negative patterns that hinder their ability to create and maintain healthy relationships. I also enjoy helpin...
We offer telehealth sessions (video and audio) to help with processing during this difficult time. I accept clients of all ages. I have extensive knowledge and training working with clients who suffer from symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma and stress. I am primarily Cognitive Behavioral and utilize the integration of healthy coping skills. In my practice I work with my clients to decrease...
Taking a step towards healing can be difficult. I hope to make this process a bit easier for you. Whether you are coming to therapy for the first time, currently in crisis, need help for something specific that has recently happened, or just value having space to talk through what is on your mind, my intention is to create a safe space for you to do so. Together, we will develop a curiosity abo...
Are you having a hard time making it day to day? Do you feel that you are stuck and nobody understands what you are going through? Do you have a loved one that you feel you are having difficulty connecting with? I believe everyone needs help at some point in their lives. I see pre-teens, adolescents, and young adults. I work with individuals and pre-teens and teens in groups. The areas I focus ...
My goal is to provide a safe, therapeutic space to process life experiences and practice new strategies. I value acceptance and humor, especially in the therapeutic process. I provide individual, family, and group therapy to address a myriad of issues, including but not limited to eating disorders, self-harm, depression, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, and relational/family conflict. I a...
My ideal client is someone who is motivated towards change. I see myself as someone who helps empowers others towards a healthier and happier present and future. My goal as your counselor is give you the space, empathy, and encouragement needed to achieve your goals and improve your relationship with yourself and others. I provide individual counseling in my clinic and via telehealth. I am a...
