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
As a therapist, who has been trained in the field of social work, I operate from a strengths perspective. I would like to help my clients gain insight about themselves and their relationships, and then utilize their strengths to overcome life's obstacles and reach their goals. I have experience working with diverse populations and enjoy helping people from all backgrounds....
Sometimes in life we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, stuck, confused and alone. Have you been trying to handle it all on your own but feel like you've reached a breaking point? Are you feeling that you just keep going in circles? Do you feel like no one understands you? Emotional suffering can come from a significant loss, trauma, struggles with relationships, or chronic high stress. Someti...
Are you active duty military, a Veteran, law enforcement officer, first responder or family member, intimate partner, caregiver, or friend of one? Do you have difficulties overcoming anxiety, depression, stress, or traumatic events? Does abuse, addiction, anger, or violence exist in your relationship? I also assist children and adolescents that have Behavioral/Intellectual/Mental issues or may ...
I love to witness the growth in clients as they seek to better understand themselves, work towards their goals, and develop new relationships with their thoughts and emotions. Our work together entails identifying the things that are currently getting in the way of living a meaningful life and finding ways to remove those barriers through increased skills and commitment to actions that are in l...
( English | Português ) Working with clients from ethnic minority groups is my passion; especially Brazilians, Latinos and Native Americans. Having experienced being an immigrant myself while living in Brazil, I am very aware of the unique difficulties facing newly arrived immigrants. Individuals needing assistance with school difficulties, parenting concerns, family conflict, marital discord, ...
Have you ever thought, I’ll feel better when (fill in the blank) happens. However, every time you think about it the (fill in the blank) never seems to come or has come but you still feel unsettled. Moving through transitions can seem uncomfortable or chaotic at times but so can seeing a therapist. I’ll help you walk through the journey of your transition or current issue usually while wearing ...
Status: Code 4, Inc. (SC4i) was created following the numerous reports of First Responder suicides across the United States and Canada. First Responders are civilian and military members who perform law enforcement, firefighter, EMS, dispatch and other emergency services. Dr. Crampton retired as a paramedic after 25 years in EMS, which gives SC4i a unique position to intimately understand the...
FIRST, I would like to implore everyine I know to view "The Social Dilemma" on Netflix. As for myself, I have 43 years experience and have worked with children, teens, adults and families in mental health and substance abuse outpatient, intensive outpatient, day hospital, residential and inpatient settings, in urban and rural and areas including native villages. I have extensive trauma treatmen...
I work with adults, teens, and couples who are looking for change and improvement in their lives, and I would be honored to walk with you on your unique journey. Life will be overwhelming at times, and it can be difficult to maneuver if we continue to rely upon the same coping skills/strategies or support circles which may no longer serve or support us. But where to begin? I have experience...
Catherine Salum is a bilingual Licensed School Psychologist working in South Florida who specializes in Psycho-Educational Evaluations. Her professional focus is on conducting comprehensive evaluations that provide an action plan for your child, adolescent, or young adult to achieve their full academic and emotional potential. Catherine believes that every child has strengths and potential that...
The mission of Life and Hope Counseling Center is to provide a caring environment that empowers our clients to begin to explore and make courageous choices that promote growth and healing. We are committed to families, individuals, couples and children to provide them with the best quality services that bring hope, support, and guidance into their life’s purpose. We focus on the strengths of ea...
Are you navigating a major life change? Asking “why me?” Perhaps you are grieving the traumatic loss of a loved one and it feels impossible to go about normal life, or maybe you’re experiencing anxiety that’s leaving you feeling insecure and unsatisfied in relationships. If you are exploring your gender identity or have begun transition, you may be feeling pressure to live up to expectations of...
I specialize in communication and conflict resolution and couples counseling. If you are searching for clarity, discernment and a breakthrough personally or in your most important relationships call me for a FREE consultation and see if I might be a good fit to help you experience the life, family and relationship you are longing for. Melissa received her PhD from Logos University,Jacksonville...
Jennifer has been a therapist for 10 years and loves working with children, teenagers, adults, and families. She has specialized in helping clients who have experienced trauma but also works with individuals and families on a variety of other concerns such as anxiety, depression and familial relationships. Jennifer's primary focus is to assist others in discovering and developing their own self...
Fast heartbeat, stomach in knots--worry has become your constant companion. Right now everything feels as if it's covered in a veil of "what-ifs". The hopelessness and depression are growing. In the midst of it all, it can seem as if there's no way out--that these emotions will last forever. You're so tired of life feeling dreary, tiresome, and hopeless. The anxiety and sadness have gone on far...
