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
With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts. -Eleanor Roosevelt . My practice is built on the foundation that we possess within us many values, abilities, skills and commitments that can assist us in reducing the influence of problems in our lives. Supportive counseling can be of tremendous value in helping us access our inner resources and innate strengths, enhancing our coping and...
Life can present us with challenges that may feel overwhelming or even insurmountable. Compassionate support can provide new insight and the ability to tap into your inner strength and resilience. It is often from the most difficult times in our life that we find the opportunity for growth. I look forward to speaking with you to see if I am a good fit to provide that support and accompany you o...
During this difficult time of the COVID-19 crisis, it is important to have a person to talk to without an agenda. I am available for that purpose and offer an initial free phone consultation. I work with adults and teenagers with a variety of mental health concerns, including; depression, anxiety, transitional periods, and difficulty with relationships. If you are having trouble figuring out wh...
My passion is to help people overcome feeling "stuck" in unhealthy patterns by facilitating real, healthy changes through self-discovery and practical applications. I am a good therapist for people who are a little afraid of therapy. I use practical experiences to explore tough thought patterns that lead to negative feelings and actions. It is not just about talking, it is about assessing how l...
I believe that therapy can help a person navigate through life challenges. I believe in providing a trusting, nurturing, and nonjudgmental environment where people can find and be their best selves. Therapy is a relationship between the clinician and the client. I will treat the relationship with respect, sensitivity and empathy. It is an honor to have the opportunity to help my clients through...
Struggling with depression or anxiety? Find yourself avoiding things rather than dealing with them? Find yourself beating yourself up on a regular basis? We can work on that. I have over 30 years of experience working with adults with depression and anxiety (mood disorders - major depression & bipolar and anxiety disorders - panic disorder, generalized anxiety, OCD, phobias, etc.). I tend to ta...
In addressing the concerns of my clients, I wish to meet them where they are and then walk with them through the journey of self-discovery and personal empowerment. Critical to this fluid equation is the cultivation of the therapeutic alliance and a sincere focus on deep, empathic listening. I apply the basic elements of mindfulness, whole person perspective, and cognitive behavioral therapy in...
I am passionate about providing a comfortable, empathetic, and confidential environment, so that you have the space to process all of life’s challenges. I desire to work with people who are ready for change and I counsel from an eclectic theoretical orientation that incorporates cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and person-centered approaches. Together, we can develop a personalized plan ...
***NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I work with children, teens and adults experiencing stress at home, school or work. If your child is struggling with temper tantrums, anxiety, low self-esteem, or anger outbursts, this could be their way of alerting you of a bigger problem. I provide play and behavior therapy to help them express their feelings openly, learn healthy communication styles and develo...
"I'm so tired of having the same fight and disagreement with my partner." "I want to feel the joy and excitement I felt when we first started dating." "I love my partner, but it feels like we lost our spark." "I want to have the best marriage I can and I'll do whatever it takes to make that happen." You are here because you found yourself making one of these statements above. Your relationship ...
As an "elder", I understand the vulnerabilities and anxieties that can arise due to the aging process. As a former counselor for active duty military around the world, I have a deep appreciation for the issues and sacrifices that are made by military families. Both elders and military families deal with change, loss and grief more than the average person. Yet these are issues that we will all...
( English | español ) Do you find yourself feeling sad, irritable, and unable to sleep? Are you having difficulty experiencing joy and happiness? Do you feel disconnected from friends and family? Do you feel like they are all interfering with your daily life? Do not be discouraged. If you are reluctant to seek help, please know you have support from a professional who is here to help and guide ...
I have worked in child welfare and community mental health for over 15 years. I have worked with individual from all backgrounds and traumas. I work with individuals with a variety of diagnoses such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorders, Postpartum Depression and those are just to name a few. I have experience working with historical trauma, grief and...
Even though I specialize in trauma, I work with individuals, couples, and families coming to therapy with a wide spectrum of issues. My goal is to help clients reduce, manage, and resolve their issues. Clients learn to increase their emotional IQs and emotional regulation skills, develop better communication skills, strengthen their most resourced self, and manage ego states (my anxious part,...
Everyone experiences painful life challenges. I am here to help you navigate a path through difficult times by both building on your strengths and identifying new skills to manage stressful events. If you feel anxious, depressed, don't feel stable in some area of your life, and/or have a history of trauma, I am here to work with you. Together, we work to restore a sense of balance and stability...
