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
Everyone is going through something. Perhaps life has thrown a challenging situation your way, or you are experiencing unexpected stress. Perhaps you feel stuck, unmotivated, or in need of a change. Perhaps you are searching for meaning in who you are, or what you have been through in the past. Whatever brings you to therapy, know that healing and joy are possible. I take a holistic approach to...
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Are you struggling with issues related to Personal (stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, substance use, or spirituality), or Relationships (marriage, premarital, parenting, behaviors, or codependency), or Major Life Changes, or Work Relationships (Culture Competence, Culture-Awareness, and/or Culture-Sensitivity). There comes a time when help is needed from a...
I provide counseling to adults and couples for a variety of issues regarding both mental health and addiction concerns. With over 38 years of experience I have a wide array of training and certifications to meet needs you may have....
I believe we all want to live a life worth living. If you are struggling in life, feeling stuck, finding it difficult to manage your emotions, paralyzed by fear, or not understanding why you can't let go of the past, I can help. As a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, I have extensive training and experience integrating evidence based talk therapy interventions with the creative process, which h...
Do fear, excessive worrying, and distressing memories keep you from achieving a balanced and fulfilling life? Having difficulty getting back on track? Whether you prefer traditional talk therapy or EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), I can help you with a more authentic lifestyle, create balance, and manage difficult life transitions. With a focus on personal empowerment and...
Sometimes our lives are not what we want them to be, and we find ourselves searching for change. When you are ready to find relief, I’m here to help. I’m Holli Herr, and my passion is helping people achieve their goals. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate with a masters in Psychology, Clinical Counseling and advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Motivational...
Thank you for taking the first step in seeking help and achieving your best self! My goal is to provide you with a safe and non-judgmental space, guiding you in discovering the very strengths that you already possess. Life presents challenges and you may be dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship problems, school academic/behavior struggles, parenting issues, or are simp...
Each of us have faced painful personal experiences. Pain can be due to events, interactions with others or troubled relationships. Or they can be caused by negative behavior or thought patterns that won’t stop. Sometimes we can address such troubles on their own. However, if you have been unable to resolve difficult issues alone, you may realize how they reduce the quality of your life – by...
Do you feel like your life looks good from the outside, yet internally you feel unsatisfied, unsettled, or unhappy? Have you achieved success but struggle to enjoy it? Often times the qualities that make us successful in one area, such as work, also cause us to suffer in other areas, such as relationships, self-esteem, or inner peace. I work with people to recognize exactly how and why life can...
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Have you had past trauma and find yourself trying to deal with adverse effects from those experiences? Are you an exhausted, stressed out parent trying to figure out how to be the best parent to your kids and their ever changing personalities? Are you a foster or adoptive parent and need support for you and your kids? If you answered yes to any of...
**Accepting New Clients** I am a licensed professional counselor (LPC) who is creative, caring, and dedicated to the work I do. I specialize in Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and related disorders. I also have a great deal of experience in providing treatment for Specific Phobias, Social Phobia, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and Panic Disorder. In addition, I treat trauma and PTSD. Living...
Are you an empathic woman who easily feels and holds the energy of what's around you? Do you have difficulty knowing if your thoughts or emotions really belong to you? Are you holding on to past experiences that cause you distress? Are you seeking a holistic and integrative aligned solution to let go of unwanted energy? As an LPC with a Ph.D in counseling psychology and certifications as a Reik...
Hello, welcome to my profile. I'd like to introduce myself and give you a sense of who I am as a clinician. If you prefer not to read, please don’t hesitate to reach out for a phone consultation. My aim is to help you help yourself. You are both the expert on yourself and you also know what you want more than anyone else. As your therapist I develop an authentic bond to support you in this proc...
We often hold on to thoughts and feelings that seem too overwhelming to talk about. This is a space that welcomes all that you may be keeping inside. There is relief in finally being able to sit down and say whatever is on your mind. I am here to listen. I offer sessions that are purely verbal psychotherapy, as well as sessions that integrate talk therapy and art therapy. Art therapy promotes a...
I created Amherst Family Counseling in the hope of better serving the families in our community by offering the highest quality of mental health care in a timely manner and comfortable setting. I empower my clients to break free from old patterns to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. I work with individuals ages 6 and up and families on a variety of issues ranging from managing stress and anxie...
