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
For 15 years, I was a NYC public school teacher working in specialized high schools and that experience has informed my understanding of how our intersectional identities influence how we comfortably we move in our world today. I believe that personal, cultural and societal narratives can influence who we are and what we believe we can achieve. I adapt play therapy techniques to help all people...
Have you recently felt overwhelmed with school, work, big changes in your life or about yourself, and just don't know where to go next? Have thoughts and feelings become too confusing and overwhelming to figure out alone? Are you looking for support in coping with stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma? My passion is in addressing trauma, depression, anxiety, adjustment through life transition...
Taking on life's day-to-day stressors can sometimes feel overwhelming and uncontrollable. Which leads us to feel anxious, sad, and frustrated which further impacts our ability to balance each facet of our lives. It is during these strenuous times that counseling may benefit you in creating clarity and encouragement through the chaos. As a counselor, it is my privilege to provide a safe,...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS for telehealth and in person sessions!* I offer a calm, welcoming, authentic, and supportive environment to help clients reach their full potential. My first focus with clients is building a trusting relationship and getting to know you as a whole individual as I feel this contributes to the therapeutic process. I am here to support you in making the changes you want in y...
I once had a client use the analogy of fixing a car to describe therapy: therapy isn't the mechanic you call to fix your car, but rather the toolbox you use to address the car's issues to run again! If you find yourself ready to learn how to address your patterns of fear, anxiety, and depression, I am here to offer you guidance, skills, and a nonjudgmental environment where change and...
My goal in therapy is to provide a non-judgemental space, understanding of your unique situation, and support of your power and autonomy, and balance that with real solutions to help solve your problem. If you are struggling with depression, transitional stress, and/or substance use problems, I'd like to meet with you for an initial assessment, and together we can build a plan of action for you...
Are you feeling stressed? Do you think you are in an unhealthy relationship? Do you have doubts and insecurities that are keeping you from fully becoming who you are? I believe that we all have the capacity within us to live a meaningful and satisfying life. We all faced challenges in different phases of our lives; however, we have the resources and strengths to live meaningful and satisfying...
**Currently offering telehealth sessions in the wake of COVID -19 pandemic.** Accepting New Clients - Immediate Openings** Sometime life experiences can hit us hard. Balancing these experiences along with every day stressors may seem impossible and may make it difficult to find resiliency on our own. Having an empathic professional in your corner can help you navigate and explore tools needed t...
"Remember that you can know yourself, and with that you know enough"-Carl Jung. I provide an empathetic and supportive environment in order to facilitate processing and reflection of emotions, while also challenging negative thought patters in oder to facilitate growth and change. I also view therapy as a form of social justice and am passionate about helping those who are from marginalized...
When you think about all of the things you "would've, should've and could've done," think about what has caused you to press that pause button on your life. It is only when YOU take the power back, press the play button and embrace the journey of a healthy life. Throughout the process, you will face many challenges, feel fatigued and other things that will make you want to press pause again. Le...
Sometimes everything looks great in our lives, but something feels "wrong" and we don't know why. Other times, life might take unexpected turns and we hit "rough patches" with co-workers, friends, family, partners - maybe even finding difficulties within ourselves. While we've held everything together pretty well, maybe we're thinking we could use some help. Knowing we could use help and asking...
My ideal client would be someone who recognizes that something in their life needs to change whether within themselves or their environment. They may be struggling with difficulties with mood, relationships, trauma, addiction or simply trying to make personal improvements in their lives. They understand that the therapeutic process is a partnership with a willingness to do some personal work wh...
As a clinical psychologist, I work with adults on general mental health concerns, such as anxiety, depression, body image issues, relationship issues, family-of-origin matters, women's issues, identity development, and life transitions. My therapeutic style focuses on interpersonal relationships, with the goal of creating or maintaining meaningful bonds with others and addressing chronic, painf...
Due to the current health climate, phone and video sessions are available. Seeking help can often be overwhelming. This process is one that should be based on relationships. The person must be someone willing to walk with you in a way that is trusting and respectful. These are attributes I strive to maintain in my day to day life. Over the past 18 years I have worked in the behavioral health...
I work with couples and individuals who struggle with a multitude of issues. Whether you’re experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, problems with addiction, life transitions, communication breakdowns, disconnection from self and others, or simply can’t find the words to explain how you feel, I am here to help. Too often we suffer in silence when what we really need is human connection....
