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
When clients come to me, they are often hurting, afraid, or feel out of control. My goal for our work is to honor and alleviate these pains by listening to them. Through the transformative process of sharing your story, you can develop the rich, fulfilling life you deserve. Our darkest hours are when we need comfort and connection the most. Thank you trusting me to share your journey. “These pa...
Worries, fears and stress can be very disruptive to our lives. Developing an understanding of why we feel so vulnerable and developing better coping strategies can be the product of psychotherapy. It takes courage to confront our stressors. With the proper guidance we can master these challenges and have a more enriching life. One mode of treatment is psychodynamic psychotherapy. Hypnotherapy...
⏺ TAKING NEW CLIENTS ⏺ Imagine the possibility to discover your true self, increase your awareness, be more present, and have the ability to face life's tough situations. Imagine no longer being drained by the things that weigh on you. Healing looks different for each person. That's why I use a creative and collaborative approach while empowering you to be your best self. By providing tools and...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the District of Columbia. I have extensive experience working with children and teenagers ages 5-18, as well as adults 18+. I have worked with individuals who experience grief, anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, anger outbursts, and stage of life transitions. I also have experience working with...
If you're struggling with overcoming anxiety, resolving past trauma, and want to feel more at peace, it is important that you know there are many effective solutions. As a licensed Psychologist, I have specialized in all forms of anxiety, stress and trauma for over 20 years. Since everyone has a different experience in life and has unique strengths, I tailor therapy to help clients realize the...
Sometimes we get stuck in our relationships or caught up in frustrations of everyday life and begin to feel disconnected and lost. Other times, stresses like multiple moves, job changes, or medical issues leave us frazzled and unsure of what to do next. Understanding what has gotten us stuck and working through difficult thoughts and emotions allows us to overcome fear, anxiety, depression, and...
Stuck, overwhelmed, isolated? Struggling to see your value? Feeling weighed down by feelings of blame, guilt, and shame? Have an intense need to please everyone? Substance use, anxiety, trauma, parenting issues, depression, emotional challenges, and/or interpersonal conflict can all lead to personal suffering and interfere with your ability to engage in daily life. Allow me to provide you with ...
I specialize in working with teens, adolescents and adults who identify as LGBTQIA+, Queer or QTBIPOC. I work with individuals who want to process issues regarding identity development, healing trauma, social justice, women's issues, Latinx/BIPOC, kink, intersecting identities, transgender and nonbinary identities. My goal is to help clients heal and overcome the obstacles that are holding them...
I'm a Licensed Professional Counseling Intern with a passion for helping clients to create changes that will lead them to a more fulfilling and healthy future. I received my MA in Counseling Psychology from Texas Woman’s University. I have varied counseling experience working with inmates in a county jail, counseling victims & perpetrators of domestic violence as well as children, teens, & adul...
My role in the scope of my practice is being a guide providing a safe, empathetic, and no judgement space for us to work together as we find the right path for you to follow. I believe in a balanced life style connecting the mind with the body while making sure your basic needs are met. I find working together on issues related to trauma, abandonment, attachment, depression, anxiety, substance...
*I am currently unavailable for appointments as my caseload is at capacity.* My approach to counseling is to meet you where you are at and to understand your story to get you where you want to be. Together we will understand your inner wants and needs to form an authentic and genuine self. I work with individuals who are dealing with life after retirement, empty nests, new life stages, issues o...
Is your kid driving you crazy?? Are there obstacles that your child is facing and you are unsure how to help them through it? With early life transitions there are often things that get in the way. I have 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families to find solutions to complex situations through different life stages. I can help clients find solutions and set attainab...
Hi my name is Jay Weintraub, and I graduated from Rutgers University in 1991 with an MSW. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1995. I have 29 years of experience working in a variety of clinical settings including inpatient, partial care, and outpatient care. I enjoy working with adults, children, adolescents and couples. I never trivialize the things that people discuss. I work...
Have you ever felt stuck or hopeless that you couldn’t make a difference in your life? Have you ever felt like you had a hard time opening up to others or sharing about how you are feeling? If so you are not alone. It is challenging to open up and to begin to talk about emotions, especially emotions that cause us fear, anxiety, sadness, embarrassment or shame. I am here to provide a safe,...
