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
My goal is to help you and your family grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to a flourishing life. I offer individualized, psychological care to treat depression, anxiety, trauma, self-regulation, behavioral issues, divorce, developmental, and other mental health challenges. I have extensive experience working with pre-K to high school students by teaching for over 15...
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Let’s face it… life can be extremely difficult. Our relationships challenge us, our family overwhelm us, and our peace of mind escapes us. Often times, we do what we can to navigate ourselves through these struggles, but sometimes we just need someone to help us along. Your New Beginning is that someone. We provide individual, marital, couples, and family therapy, and we are here to help you...
Now Accepting New Clients..........Therapy is about the willingness to change and grow, an endeavor that takes Commitment and Courage. It is an honor to work with individuals and couples who are willing to look at their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs in order to gain insight Into themselves. Call or text Cynthia at 805-975-3151. Working from a trauma-informed approach I am aware of the complex...
I believe that everyone has the capacity to accomplish their goals. My role is to help you uncover and understand the obstacles and trauma that are getting in the way of achieving what you desire, and then help you tap into your inner resources to succeed. With empathy and authenticity, I work alongside my clients to promote healing and discovery of their power to change. Whether you are...
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I have been a professional counselor for 23 years and have worked in a variety of settings: private practice, community mental health and residential. I bring a wealth of experience to the counseling session. I assist my clients in improving their lives by teaching coping skills, providing a sounding board, facilitating greater insight, offering psycho education and knowledge of community...
As a Clinical Psychologist and Registered Play Therapist in practice for nearly 20 years, Dr. Rambur works with children (ages three and up), adolescents, and adults. She offers extensive experience in the treatment of most disorders, including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Personality Disorders. Dr. Rambur treats Attention Deficit Hyperactivi...
Do you feel misunderstood or lost in a world that pretends to have it all together? I believe our thoughts, behaviors & emotions affect our ability to live & embrace our best lives. Through voluntary acceptance of our past, present & future, we can build the skills & courage needed to successfully thrive! As a parent, daughter, former teacher, & corporate professional, I understand that often t...
My ideal clients have issues with anxiety, depression, addiction and grief. Those who have little to no family support or friend network to rely on during difficult times. I work with people who struggle with alcoholism and drug abuse and repeated relapse. Many of my clients need help making life decisions especially between the ages of 16-26. Also those who are in transition either from divorc...
I’m a therapist who supports individuals in their life journeys. I aim to provide a non-judgmental and safe space for you to process thoughts, feelings, and experiences. In our work together I hope to help you navigate any stressors, challenges, and/or difficult dynamics you are facing. It can be helpful to identify how these stressors are affecting your mind, body, and spirit, and how it fits...
I provide psychotherapy to adults with a special interest in women’s mental health, including: perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, family planning, pregnancy termination, pregnancy loss, traumatic birth, parenting challenges, and grief and loss. I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches (e.g. DBT, CBT, ACT, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, and Relapse Prevention) to help...
There are many different reasons to seek treatment including the obvious ones-depression, anxiety, a life crisis, loss of loved one, work issues & so on. For other individuals, it may be less clear-cut--maybe you seek to better understand yourself, change your relationship patterns or learn new ways of dealing with situations without repeating self-destructive behaviors. Or maybe you are...
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, low self- esteem, or managing your past trauma? Does it seem like things are sometimes out of control, or you don’t find joy in everyday life? Do you find yourself stuck in the same relationship patterns? Seeking out help is the first step into your journey to live a more fulfilling life. I have over 13 years of...
When you're dealing with the effects of trauma and its overwhelming ability to permeate into all aspects of life, discussing these issues can feel like an unachievable mountain to climb. You may feel overwhelmed by frustration, shame, loss, pain, anxiety, and a sense of hopelessness about repairing any sense of trust. You may ask yourself: Why does it always feel like I'm treading water? Where ...