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
( English | español ) (Not accepting new clients) There are days that you want to get away from your child and it kills you to feel this way. You sometimes think of the life you had prior to having children. You were less exhausted then. You didn’t think parenting would be this hard. Your child is having constant meltdowns and becomes upset over the littlest things. This happens almost daily. Y...
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Hello, and thank you for reaching out on your journey to balance and healing. My approach is strength based with a focus on empowering those who may not feel empowered, to help identify strength for those who may not feel strong, to foster movement for those who feel stuck, and to build resilience for those who may be struggling. If this sounds all too familiar, please don't hesitate to call an...
For those struggling with anxiety, depression, grief or relationship issues, it is often difficult to find balance and peace. We may at times be unable to find that balance on our own and choose to reach out for support. I see that reaching out as both courageous and healthy. I believe successful therapy is based on a strong relationship between a therapist and a client. You will find that I...
Therapy is a process and I know it takes a lot of courage to seek it out. I believe that all of us have in us the right tools to change our lives and achieve our goals. Sometimes, all it takes is a little guidance and support from someone who might have a different perspective. As a licensed clinical social worker, I provide expert services working with adults, older adults and adolescents to...
Welcome! Whether you are familiar with the process of finding the right therapist, or if this is your first time seeking the help of a professional, I'm glad you've come to my page. I work with a diverse group of clients, but specialize in counseling teenagers and young adults, as well as clients of all ages struggling with career stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My experie...
As a "seasoned" mental health professional, I can provide a wide variety of counseling services to a diversity of clients. I have found that providing a safe place for individuals and for couples to explore their "true selves" is fundamental. I work with clients to form relationships that become the vehicle to better navigate a complicated world. I believe our earliest relationships often funne...
I am licensed as both a Marriage and Family Therapist and a Clinical Psychologist. I started practicing psychotherapy in 1993 and I love the work so much I have never done anything else. In today's world we don't take the time to listen and get to know each other. We start to suffer from depression and anxiety because we are so disconnected from each other and ourselves. I am trying to change t...
If you’re a woman who has spent your whole life catering to OTHER people, you’ve come to the right place. Do you wake up in the morning, TENSE the moment you open your eyes because you’re already preparing for a day of meeting others’ needs? Do you feel like your life is dictated by others’ agendas, and you barely have time for yourself? Do you feel like you aren’t even sure WHAT your needs are...
There is no wrong time, reason, or explanation to seek therapy. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, my goal is to create a safe, supportive environment to assist with the process of growth and change. I believe that each client is unique and differs in their needs, therefore, my approach is eclectic—utilizing techniques from several theoretical orientations including Cognitive Behavioral Ther...
People search for emotional comfort as they successfully cope with life challenges and struggle to find mental comfort, when they are faced with life complications or chronic, long lasting problems. Coping skills, level of adjustment to unexpected changes in life or going through the process of different life stages varies from person to person. In the process of therapy, I have clients develop...
Are you feeling anxious, stuck, or even misunderstood? Many of us feel the loneliness of this day and age, and some life experiences leave us hurt, frightened, or traumatized. It is my job to walk with those who have been feeling alone in their journey and process these events together. My aim is to ensure progress in all areas of your life through empowerment and healing. Together, we can...
Are you facing unexpected obstacles in your life? You are not alone. Changes and challenges can make you feel overwhelmed, or anxious, or even confused. Not just generally, but in relationships, in your family, in your parenting, and even in your personal choices. I can help you. We will work to remove the uncertainty and establish new possibilities for you and/or family, with clearer choices. ...
So often, our past hijacks our lives, and this is especially true when we have experienced trauma. I also know that we can feel like this may never change. There is hope. I believe we all need a safe place where we can work through our pain and hurt in the compassionate and understanding presence of another. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents. My areas of focus include trauma,...
