
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

TRAUMA-STRESS-ANXIETY-DEPRESSION... make you feel heavy and hopeless. Difficulty concentrating, anger, irritability, anxiety, fear, and sadness is draining. Tired of feeling disconnected and numb. Relief is possible! My goal is to provide a safe space and I offer an empathetic and collaborative approach to help you work toward understanding, acceptance, and relief. I provide different methods o...

Are you or a loved one struggling with alcohol or drug use? Tried other treatments that didn't work? Did not find 12-step meetings useful? We can help. Insight Recovery Centers is a licensed adult Intensive Outpatient Program. We are right for people who may be stepping down from a residential or detox program or need more than once a week therapy. Your program may include a combination of grou...

Leigha Ward
Austin
Texas
Relationships are vital to our existence, but sometimes we struggle to connect with ourselves and others in a way that supports our values and sustains the relationships that bring love, success, and connection into our lives. Whether you are struggling to connect with a romantic partner, or you've become so debilitated by anxious, self-defeating thoughts that social interaction feels impossibl...

Thank you for your interest in working with me. We come into therapy for many different reasons. Relationships can be challenging. We often place high expectations on ourselves. In my practice, I aim to work with you in helping to identify your goals, building on your strengths, and making lasting change at your pace. We are resilient beings. Your unique needs and desire for personal growth are...

***I AM CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** You are motivated and determined to take life head on, but sometimes, life gets in the way and you struggle to be the best version of you possible. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, or adjusting to life changes, you deserve to have someone truly hear you and validate your feelings while working through life's curve ball...

Stephen Haramis
Rochester
New York
You have clicked on me for a reason, I hope you will read on. There must be something in your life that you are struggling with. Struggling with OCD? Maybe feeling alone in your relationship? Feeling disconnected and depressed? Have been in therapy before and want deeper solutions? I am happy and honored to help. I practice with compassion and truly want to help you find a solution. You've take...

Sometimes our life experiences lead us astray from our true nature which may cause unwanted struggles and allow false beliefs to dictate how we show up in the world. If you are experiencing difficulties in your life or problems with your relationships and want to create a healthier life that brings you peace, joy, purpose, and fulfillment, I welcome the opportunity to support you. I have great...

Ryan Savolskis
New York
New York
I work with adolescents and adults who seek to feel happier, manifest improved versions of themselves, facilitate and maintain meaningful relationships, and find purpose and greater enjoyment in life. I specialize in the treatment of LGBTQ+ concerns, depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, self-esteem, parenting & family struggles, & life transitions. Sessions are customized for each individual...

Life is hard and can throw challenges at us at any age, stage, or circumstance. Whether you are a child, teen, or adult experiencing struggles with depression, anxiety, trauma, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, bullying, gender identity, significant life changes (i.e. divorce, death loss, job loss, moving, transitioning), or effective communication, there is help available to you. I believe we all...

Are you worried about a child who is struggling with the challenges that come with facing the adolescent years? Are you a teen or young adult scared and seeking help to overcome the obstacles you are facing at school or at home? Are you in college and in need of support during these transitional years? If so, please allow me the opportunity to help! The developmental years in school offer many...

Kate Wolfe
Raleigh
North Carolina
My approach is collaborative, gentle, and places an importance on creating a strong therapeutic relationship. Developing trust, understanding, and authenticity is essential before any meaningful healing can take place. I provide traditional “talk” therapy during sessions as well as use the intuition of our bodies to provide a somatically oriented approach to better inform the connection between...

Currently accepting new teletherapy clients!! “Life is like photography. You need the negatives to develop.” There are highs and lows in life but how you tackle each bump in the road and stay resilient is up to you. I am here to listen, support, help you achieve your goals and discover your inner potential in a non-judgmental, compassionate way. Although I am a Licensed Marriage and Family...

My experience includes working with children and adults of various ages struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and everyday life. I've worked with survivors of domestic violence to regain a sense of safety, independence, and hope for the future. I also have extensive experience working with families involved with Child and Family Services, as well as youth involved in the...

Life can throw us some curve balls that can really make us feel like we’re stuck with no way out. Annelise believes that, with some guidance and work, that “stuck” feeling can change. By using a mix of techniques from Emotion-Focused, Strategic, Solution-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral, and Structural Therapy, she believes she can help her clients achieve their goals and grow as individuals and/o...

Welcome and congratulations - you have taken the first step towards finding balance in your life, achieving your goals and becoming the best version of you yet. As an LCSW, I specialize in depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and grief counseling, as well as adjusting to life transitions and chronic illness. Regardless of the challenges you are facing, together we can find and choose a new pat...