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
"Vulnerability is a path back to each other, but we're so afraid to get on it" Brene Brown. I can help you identify the underlying struggles that keep you from being your best self. I work with a variety of interventions. We will work to find the one that fits you and your needs to get you back on the path. I work with people of all ages with concerns such as: depression, anxiety, behavioral...
Helping moms, working moms, and couples using proven tools and strategies, I assist you to remain present and focus on the vision you have for your family and your relationship. Tools such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can be adapted to your specific needs. As you apply these tools, you will become more mindful of the blocks that keep you from embracing your role as a mo...
( English | español ) "And I said to my body. Softly. 'I want to be your friend.' It took a long breath and replied 'I have been waiting my whole life for this."Nayyirah Waheed- Have you been holding on to physical or emotional weight that you feel ready to let go of? Are you ready to reconnect with the innate wisdom of your body? It is my belief that you already possess all of the solutions to...
You are here, reading this, because of your courage. Recognizing it’s time to make changes is the first, most important step, and I commend you. Despite what social media would have us believe, no one’s life is perfect. We all face challenges that keep us from living our most authentic lives. Therapy is a sacred space where fears and pain are seen with compassion and without judgement. It is an...
Rae Anne is a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, trauma related disorders, and adjustment disorders. She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Penn State University with a minor in Human Development and Family Studies. She holds a Masters degree in Counseling from Northwestern University,...
My approach is solution focused and strength based. I am nuturing and supportive and will work to build a relationship of mutual trust and respect in an environment that fosters growth and change. I will assist clients to become aware of alternative behaviors as they approach their treatment goals. Treatment goals will seek to increase an overall sense of well being and address challenges they...
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual. Interpersonal struggles, career obstacles or mental health issues can make us feel confused about who we are, where we fit in and how to move forward. I specialize in helping individual adults and couples in their 20s and 30s navigate difficult feelings, identify and change dysfunctional thoughts and patterns, and overcome challenging situations in...
*Not Accepting New Clients* You wake up ready to conquer the day and your world is as bright as ever, but then the feelings of self-doubt, depression, anger, and anxiety creep in, and it feels like your world...like you…are falling apart. Bills, relationship issues, cooking, self-care, all become 100 lb weights that you lug around while trying to smile through it because having another person a...
** I do not currently have openings. ** I see therapy as a collaborative process in which, together, we figure out the best plan and approach for you. My practice is nonjudgmental, inclusive, and active-- I believe that you are the expert on your life, and it's my job to help you get through the stuck points so that you can live the life you choose. I integrate CBT, psychodynamic theory,...
Are you searching for a connection with a person whom you can depend on and trust with your cares and concerns? Would you rather have someone listen to you with an unbiased opinion? Are you seeking to work with someone to finally learn the skills for and gain insight into living a fulfilling life? If so, I am here for you! I help people from diverse backgrounds address emotional barriers such a...
I love helping clients explore their sexuality, sexual orientation, and gender identity. I specialize in Sex and Intimacy Therapy, LGBTQ+ therapy, Kink/BDSM and consensual non-monogamy. Many clients want support in creating intimacy and connection within relationships or navigating differences in sexual desires. Some folks need help with sexual dysfunction, sexual pain, healing from sexual trau...
Friday and Saturday Appointments Available. Have you found yourself in the same relationships over and over? Do you feel STUCK in unhealthy relationships with your family, friends, children, or loved one? Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, or grief? Do you have difficulty saying "no" ? We can become stuck when trying to figure out how to maneuver through...
I believe that having a strong therapeutic relationship can lead to real change. Developing a trusting therapy alliance will help clients feel more comfortable providing details about their main concerns. I can provide you with a safe, open, and nonjudgemental environment where you will feel capable of sharing your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Therapy should be unique to each individual,...
I believe that each of us has the innate ability to heal ourselves. At times, we need a little guidance to feel empowered, learn how to heal, and access our inner wisdom. I consider myself a guide on the walk with you through times of pain and frustration, to increase understanding and acceptance of yourself, and teach you to use your abilities to improve your quality of life. Life can seem...
