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
Hello!! I am a Licensed mental health counselor that is here to help children, adolescents, adults, young adults and families communicate effectively and help overcome the obstacles that one can be faced with. I take great pride in treating my clients with the utmost respect and building a strong therapeutic relationship based on honesty and integrity. My goal is to provide a supportive,...
Life can be challenging. Sometimes these challenges come from outside of us (hurts others have caused us through their actions) and other times our challenges come from within (frustrating behavior patterns we just can't seem to shake, patterns of thinking about ourselves and the world around us that cause us needless suffering). When these challenges become too great and leave us feeling afrai...
I am a clinical social worker and poetry therapist that has worked in the New York State mental health system since 2006. In my Brooklyn private practice I am dedicated to helping those with anxiety and body-focused repetitive behaviors such as hair pulling, skin picking, and nail biting. All ages are welcome! I am uniquely qualified as I have personal experience with BFRB's, received specializ...
In her high school senior English class Tonya was given an assignment to research colleges and majors. Through this assignment she learned about the field of social work and realized that she could combine her love of children and helping others into a career. This led Tonya on the road to getting her Social Work degree. She graduated with her AA degree in Social Work and then attended Arizona...
Life can have challenging moments, especially going through different transitions, and it can be difficult to know how to move forward. I am dedicated to listening carefully and offering insight with compassion. We all need many support systems and I will be there through this journey. My areas of focus include couples, families, young adults, and adolescents. I individualize treatment and prov...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! For 20+ years I have had professional experiences of working with children and adults in education, mental health and bioenergetics. As a counselor, I provide a safe, nurturing, confidential and nonjudgemental environment to help you identify what is holding you back and give you the tools to live a rewarding and fullfilling life. I believe in the consideration of the "wh...
Whatever you're going through right now, know that you're not alone. It takes courage to ask for assistance . . . we all need help sometimes. So, if you feel you need to talk to someone, I hope you will consider contacting me. I have a compassionate manner and a positive, nonjudgmental attitude. I find much joy in seeing my clients attain deeper connections, increased wellbeing, and transformat...
I enjoy providing support to youth and their families who are navigating challenging emotional and behavioral struggles. I have experience working with individuals on the Autism spectrum, people with anxiety, trauma history, and depression. As a therapist I work from a strength based lens and believe that the client is always the expert on their own experience. I greatly enjoy getting to know t...
Over 25 years of success working effectively with children, youth, and older adolescents with severe behavioral challenges in New York public schools, residential facilities, and home environments. Reach students considered as unworkable using unique strategies, focusing on helping them reduce anger and oppositional defiant outbursts by establishing necessary coping skills that minimize their...
Throughout our lives we are constantly challenged with change and transition. Sometimes these periods of change are smooth and gradual but often our course in life can be altered in unforeseen ways. These changes can arise out of many issues such as aging, grief, loss, identity and trauma. Change can affect us at any period throughout our lives. From early childhood through our later years we...
Are you feeling stuck, stressed, or anxious? Do you or your child need help to improve confidence, make new friends, or cope with your current life circumstances? Are you going through a life transition and would like extra support? I am passionate about working with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families who are working through a life transition (school, family, friendship), anxiety,...
Are you feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed? Are there some aspects of your life you would like to explore and change? I am a compassionate, nonjudgmental therapist who provides a safe space for my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, worries and relationships. I will help you to build upon your existing strengths and guide you in making the changes you want to make in your life. ...
Dr. Anderson is a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents and young adults. With an awareness that each child has his or her own unique set of needs, Dr. Anderson provides comprehensive psychological evaluations and individualized treatment plans that draw from a variety of therapeutic modalities. Clients can expect a collaborative and...
It can feel uncomfortable reaching out for help, but we all benefit from outside support sometimes. I offer counseling to individuals struggling with life and role transitions, major life changes, and other challenges. Change can be difficult, whether expected or unexpected, and can cause challenges for kids, teens and parents who are trying to navigate life. I work with a variety of concerns,...
Because sometimes life sucks... I enjoy working with people who courageously get up every day despite their current suffering. I work with adults and adolescents dealing with anxiety, OCD, depression, and other unresolved issues. We will move at a pace that works for you. You may be having a difficult time and feel like giving up hope for improvement of your current situation. It is normal to h...
