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
Welcome, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of New Jersey. I have spent the last 5 years working with people on various issues including but not limited to addictions, anxiety related disorders, depression, and communication. My treatment approach is eclectic to allow the best treatment modality to work with your therapeutic needs. In your initial visit, we will work...
*Phone number has not been working, so please email me directly at [email protected]* Are you going through something that others do not seem to get or understand? Does a loss seem to be affecting you far more than the "normal stages" of grief? Perhaps you find that you cannot get past certain images in your mind of a particular day in your life. What you are experiencing is interfer...
The time has come to take the first step in mental healing. You no longer have to struggle alone or be confused about what to do. As a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, I will make it my personal duty to support you in reaching your personal goals and assisting you to living a happy life. The Rose Garden specializes in behavioral issues, trauma, sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, and m...
I have 40+ years’ experience working in the mental health field. Positions include serving as clinical director of addiction rehab for women, group preparation and selection for adoption and foster placement, disaster recovery, leading support groups for families of veterans, and counseling with seniors and their families. I have also worked with grief issues. This experience has led to a...
Sometimes we need additional support in our lives. You may be struggling with relationship challenges; feeling stuck; encountering creative blocks; seeking a sense of purpose and meaning; suffering from shame, self-neglect and self-criticism; working through grief and loss issues; or desiring a career change. Therapy can provide assistance through our challenges, create new options, and lead to...
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) a primary area of focus I have in my practice is to understand the systemic and contextual factors of clients. I also value the approach of looking into the nature of the relationships between those involved with a particular problem or situation. As a therapist it is my goal to offer a safe and respectful environment free from judgment. This...
My philosophy and approach to counseling is to enable people to grow in the direction they choose, to solve problems and face crises. Counseling includes building a relationship through trust, and respect and to facilitate positive action. I will assist in helping facilitate positive action toward your goals. I will assist you in creating awareness, insight understanding, change in thoughts and...
Trying to figure out how to overcome daily challenges can be extremely difficult and emotionally overwhelming. My primary goal is to help you become aware of your potential and to overcome personal barriers that have prevented you to achieve your full potential. Together we can work collaboratively to identify strategies and make positive changes in your life that will help you reach your perso...
Hello, my name is Debbie Hilton, I am excited to be working at Total Life Counseling. I am experienced in techniques to help diminish anxiety, depression, panic attacks and other matters that hinder functioning. I honor my client’s vision of how they want to live their lives and support them in achieving that vision. I help my clients build relationships and end destructive ones. I can help you...
“Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary. The people we trust with that important talk can help us know that we are not alone.” — Fred Rogers. Being human is a difficult thing. As a fellow traveler, I know how painful anxiety and depression ca...
My passion is to support those who are struggling with stress, anxiety and mood concerns. I recognize that many times negative emotions can get in the way of personal happiness, cause problems among families and peers, and hinder school or work performance. My extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Based Therapy allows me to empower you to improve your self-awareness...
There is no better day than today to make positive changes in your life. I feel that the counseling process is a good first step in making those changes. I have provided individual therapy for the past 35 years. My guiding principal in counseling is to help clients identify their issues and custom fit a plan to address their concerns. I use various counseling techniques, including but not limit...
I AM CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I will however be open to adding you to a wait list if you are interested in my service. Please email me for inquiries. If you're experiencing anxiety, depression, challenges in child rearing or going through a break-up, you aren’t alone. I provide a safe space where you can learn to develop coping skills, process grief and loss, dissect your identity a...
In therapy we are not trying to fix ourselves, we instead learn how to co-exist, practice self-compassion, and broaden our perspective. Starting therapy can be challenging and can bring up many things that we spend a lot of time and energy avoiding. I will try my best to create a non-judgmental and safe space for you to process what is going on in your life. My approach is trauma-informed and...
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, or relationship issues, I am here to help. I am a warm, emotionally engaged therapist who will make you feel comfortable and understood. I am open and direct, and you will be able to tell instantly that you are in the room with someone who really wants to help you be your best self. I have 15 years of experience helping people ...
