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
"When you can't find the sunshine, be the sunshine." Supporting others through difficult times has been a life-long passion of mine. I am a welcoming and enthusiastic therapist with the ability to help youth manage their behavior and emotional state in a moment of crisis or through major life transitions. I have a unique ability to see the strengths in each individual I meet. I am known for bei...
Is it hard just to function and get through the day? Ready for a change? Most of my practice is based on the use of Rapid Resolution Therapy brain-based techniques as it is gentle, fun and quick; relieving unwanted symptoms in as little as 1-3 sessions. I am also certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and a Prepare and Enrich Facilitator as well as trained in traditional therapeutic...
Hello! I believe the power of therapy lies in improving your relationship to the world, the people close to you, and ultimately to yourself. I use our relationship as our guide in your journey to heal, transform, and navigate life's challenges. While I provide therapy to people from all walks of life, I especially enjoy working with gay, lesbian, queer, trans, and nonbinary individuals and peop...
Self-care is a necessity and often times our mental health can be neglected as we go through our busy lives. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, everyday stressors, or something else, I am here to help you find peace. I aim to provide a professional, safe, and nonjudgmental environment to assist you in working through your concerns. I provide individual and family counseling for...
My work is with men and women who find themselves saying they are burnt out, overwhelmed, or angry and can't figure out why. Working with men who are having a difficult time dealing with work stress and family obligations, who want to learn to talk with their partners more effectively and have more meaningful relationships is what I love to do. I really like working with people who aren't reall...
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my emphasis is meeting clients where they are and providing the type of support to assist them with overcoming challenges that have led to negative experiences. For the past 18 years, I have worked with children and their families to seek solutions to social, behavioral, and emotional issues that impact the home and school environment. One of my primary goa...
To me, psychotherapy isn't about being SICK; it's about being BETTER. It's about getting out of your own way. It's about not taking responsibility for things you can't control, and about owning your own thoughts and feelings. It's about being able to tell the difference between logical thoughts and irrational feelings. Therapy offers no guarantees, but offers an opportunity to understand and be...
Is your child or teen having a difficult time managing their emotions? Is it hard to identify the barriers that are interfering in their happiness? I have a genuine passion for supporting children, teens, young adults and their families in achieving their highest developmental potential. In addition, areas of special interest include providing research based best practices in the treatment of...
Val Gurule-Duran is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Addictions Counselor III (CACIII) who is Certified in EMDR, NADA Acudetox, and is an Integrative Energy Therapist (IET). Val is known for being an exemplary therapist and is sought out by individuals who are seeking to heal and recover from addictions, trauma, depression, and grief. Val is highly recommended by her peers and...
My approach to therapy involves creating a collaborative, non-judgmental space for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. I strive to create a supportive environment to help my clients develop a healthy level of functioning, leading to renewed hope and happiness. I work with adults with substance use disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, emotional regulation, an...
Please e-mail me directly at [email protected] and check your spam folder or call me if you do not hear back. If you are stuck in patterns that you're ready to move on from; wanting closeness in your relationships but aren't sure what is holding you back; if you are experiencing mental health symptoms that frustrate and confuse you, I can support you in gaining increased awaren...
Life is full of ups and downs and isn't always easy. Sometimes, even the strongest individuals need help working through challenges. I have a successful practice working with individuals, couples and families to achieve their highest potential. Understanding, acquiring and maintaining change is very important. Throughout life's struggles, we tend to lose harmony which in turn creates other...
My orientation is relational, I practice being present and authentic in the therapeutic room in a way that facilitates a deeper connection with my clients. This includes the non-verbal communication that passes between us, processing emotions through the body, and allowing my clients to explore their personal traumas with my support. The goal of working in this psychodynamic, explorative way is...
Hi, and welcome! We’re all meant to live a life of deep expression, fulfillment and freedom, but sometimes need a little help. Together, we will strive not only to manage symptoms but to understand the root cause. We will explore aspects such as the past and present, cognitive/behavioral patterns, and deeper internalized messages to cultivate actual life-long and sustainable change. We will aim...
My approach to therapy is conversational in style. Over my more than 25 years of practice, I have found that interaction enhances the energy level in the room and builds a strong relationship between my client and myself. I offer a good deal of feedback and it is in this give and take that we define the vital issues confronting a person. This relationship is a therapeutic alliance, a conversati...
