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.
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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
The decision to start therapy is not always an easy one to make. It’s very common to have many questions about starting and or understanding how the process works. I greatly value the importance of providing you with a space in which you can feel safe, emotionally validated, and free from judgment. I work to provide you with a relational experience that is both authentic and compassionate in...
Are you ready to make changes? Are you feeling stuck? Does it feel like the same story in your mind? I am here to help you create a different chapter. I utilize evidence based approached grounded in attachment/relational based therapy to help you transform the beliefs you may have about yourself and develop tools that help address your situation. I am an attachment focused EMDR therapist. I am...
I believe that everyone is worthy of health and happiness. My approach is based on helping people identify and achieve their goals by increasing knowledge, mitigating or removing barriers to wellness, and updating perspectives that no longer serve them. In order to help you understand yourself more fully, we will look at building your knowledge around the symptoms, treatments and contexts of...
The people I love to work with are those in enough distress to be ready to try something new, even though they know the process of change can be difficult and painful. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with anxiety, panic attacks, depression, Trauma/PTSD, burnout, addiction, marital difficulties, and pain management. I enjoy pre-marital or pre-engagement counseling. I love...
We all have times in our lives when we find ourselves in need of greater support; a calm, safe and understanding environment to process and be heard. It's my professional mission to offer this type of space. In the every day hustle and bustle of life, it can be a saving grace to have a listening ear ready and willing to be with you through whatever challenge has come your way. Together we will...
There are times in our lives where we may feel stuck or face particularly difficult hurdles with no clear solutions. Sometimes we know exactly what’s wrong, and other times we can feel something isn’t quite right. Perhaps you're tired of the same obstacles preventing advancement or growth in your career or personal life, or you find yourself repeating behavior that is hurting more than helping....
**NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Jessica Beatty is a EMDR trained therapist and owner of Hopeful Tomorrows Counseling Services. She is a licensed clinical social worker. She has over 14 years experience in the mental health field. Her passion is working with people who have experienced trauma, and using EMDR therapy to help provide healing....
I have experience working with children and families struggling with a broad range of behavioral, mental health, and relationship concerns. My areas of specialty include trauma, child sexual abuse, and domestic violence. I have advanced training in Child-Centered Play Therapy and as a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. The theory of counseling I adhere to is referred to as Adlerian. This...
I offer services to those looking to explore personal growth, change and support. I understand that certain stressors can become attached to our daily life responsibilities or interests and I want to help you find ways to overcome the obstacles you feel are present in your life. It takes great courage to be open to the process of therapy and I am willing to listen to your needs and create a pla...
First, let me say kudos to you on taking a huge step in seeking counseling, whether it is for yourself or your child. It can be scary to be vulnerable, but this is the first step in the journey towards healing. No matter the age of a person, we all can benefit from a listening ear to help us gain insight about ourselves. Whether you are seeking therapy for yourself or your child, my goal as a...
Life can throw us curve-balls! Sometimes we find ourselves in a painful or difficult time in our lives. Events such as abuse, divorce, violence, loss, transition etc. can be overwhelming and traumatizing. We may become aware of patterns in our relationships that get in the way of healthy connections or we realize that we are still carrying the weight of childhood and family trauma & it is...
Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use, Trauma, and other issues can all hinder our ability to experience peace and fulfillment in life. To look inward and explore the root of suffering is a challenging but rewarding endeavor. If you find yourself in need of support on this journey, I would be honored to accompany you. I specialize in the treatment of Substance Use Disorders, Mood Disorders, Anxiet...
My practice specializes in the treatment of trauma, PTSD, depression, and anxiety. I am trained in EMDR, a technique used to alleviate the distress associated with trauma (conscious or subconscious). I will draw from my knowledge and experience to assist you in meeting your goals and will adapt my approach to meet your individual and relational needs. I want to help you better understand yourse...
Hi there! If you're browsing Psychology Today, you're taking an important step toward enhancing your mental wellness, and I commend you for that. If I can be of any service to you in this process, I would be honored to help. It's important to me that you receive the best therapeutic support possible, so if any of the following descriptions sound like you, we may be a great fit: You feel like yo...
Are you concerned about your child? Does your child struggle with: anxiety, feeling sad, behavioral outbursts, difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep, problems at school, low grades? Is the stress affecting your family? I am here for you! I work with children, teens and families to find solutions that can help the whole family live a healthy life and deal with the challenges that we deal...
