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 love working with couples, children, adolescents, individuals, and families in every stage of their lives. Couples come to get un-stuck in a negative pattern of communication and deepen their love for and attachment to one another. Adolescents weighed down by the challenges they face see me to work through anxiety and depression. Parents who have younger children struggling with bullying or...
As a Chicago Police Officer with over twenty-one years of experience and member of the Rosecrance Florian Advisory Committee and Illinois Mental Health Counseling Association, I have a passion for working with the first responder community. I've discovered I possess, through my various work-related experiences and clinical training, a profound desire to understand the dynamics of human behavior...
The weight of being alive, alone, hopeless, or stuck can feel unbearable or suffocating. Often we may feel that we know where we'd like to be in life, but don't know how to get there, or maybe we don't see a future at all. How does one overcome this sense of dread, or make sense from meaninglessness? It is my hope through authentic connections with others, we can discover what it means for each...
My practice involves treatment for adults and adolescence utilizing evidence based approaches to treatment that fit the needs of the individual. Specialty training include the use of psycho-dynamic, cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral and motivational interviewing modalities. I am a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Abuse counselor and have extensive experience in treating chemical...
This is a huge first step! More than ever people are searching for support, education, and encouragement related to mental health. Therapy can be an excellent place to start. I specialize in clients dealing with anger, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and barriers that complicate growth. I enjoy working with individuals and families, with a strong emphasis on trauma informed healing. Y...
I believe in the power of the arts, humor, connection and play as vehicles for transformation and healing, whether you're a child, teen, or adult. I work with folks who want to improve their communication, have thriving relationships, and just feel a whole lot better! Life is messy and constantly changing! Whether you are experiencing a major life transition, relationship or career change, or...
Every one reaches a turning point in their lives where they are faced with life altering decisions. During these moments, talking to family, friends, or even spiritual advisers just does not feel like it is enough. I can help you to work through those challenges. By developing a safe, trusting relationship between therapist and client, we create an environment in which real healing,...
Life itself can be challenging; and without someone to provide that emotional support needed in order to reach the next huddle in life, you might find yourself drifting away into undesirable place. Often times people turn to drinking, or adopt lifestyles that are that might be detrimental and regrettable. So please STOP the thoughts, because I can provide you with that support needed to reach t...
Some common reasons why people come to me are: feeling stuck in a pattern of negative thinking or behavior, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, unresolved trauma, difficulty coping with new challenges or life transitions. I am very comfortable and love working with clients who are struggling to deal with adjusting to change- no matter how big or small. I also have personal...
Whether you are struggling with anxiety or having behavioral problems I am here to help. My goal as a therapist is to provide my clients with opportunities for learning and growth in order to help them discover at their core the things that are holding them back from truly becoming who they want to be. My primary focus is working with anxiety, depression and/or behaviors. I specialize in workin...
Overwhelmed? Stressed? Depressed? Feeling a little anxious? Can we talk for a minute? I’m Sabrina, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I’m here, you don’t have to deal with this alone. There is Hope. I can help. Allow me to support you on your journey to better mental health. But first..... Breathe…… I provide empathic listening supportive talk and a deep understanding around circumstances relat...
You don't have to be held back by doubts or uncertainty about yourself. It's possible to live more freely. Let’s embark on this journey of healing. Our space is safe. You can bring your struggles and wounds, parts of yourself that you embrace and parts that you may not be so proud of. Collaboratively, we will work towards a deeper understanding of the recurring ways in which you feel stuck, as...
Currently, I accept couples and families with adolescent children. Goals I commonly support include increased connection, emotional wellness, healing from trauma and minimizing the impacts of life challenges. Relationships and couples of all types are welcome in my practice and I use the word “family” broadly. Anxiety, conflict, trauma, anger, life changes and stress are problems we can...
My approach to therapy is individualized and focuses on enhancing new coping skills. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment with a sense of safety, self compassion, self love, and honesty as we work together to achieve the goals you have for yourself. I will utilize the following therapeutic interventions: Narrative Therapy , Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral...
Rebecca Roberts is a Licensed Master Social Worker. She helps adolescents and adults manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, and/or trauma in a safe and compassionate environment. Rebecca is fully invested in her client’s journey and works with them to achieve peace with their past and successfully move forward into their future. She welcomes clients who are looking to gain a deeper...
