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
Do you wish your partner understood you better? Do you feel like you can't connect with your kids? Do you want to manage relationships better? You can! I work with clients of all ages to make relationships healthy and strong. Clients see me individually, or with loved ones to learn how to communicate better and diffuse conflict. When working with couples and families, I utilize John Gottman’s...
For 20 years, I have been fortunate to work in various settings with adults who are struggling with problematic issues that affect their sense of self and their relationships. I am committed to first listening in order to understand and then aligning myself with my client so that together we can design a plan that will alleviate their pain and stress. I especially enjoy work with older adults w...
Welcome to this page and thank you for visiting. I see my role as a therapist to be a witness and guide on your journey towards healing and wholeness. I connect with those who are seeking to find themselves, dealing with a life transition, and seeking a supportive presence from a holistic foundation. I hold the space for change to occur as you move you closer to your goals. I creatively adjus...
( English | español ) Many LGBTQIA+ clients seek services from me because they've encountered counselors or therapists who were uneducated about issues around sexuality, gender and identity. They are often faced with discrimination and stigma that affects their well-being. I'm here to offer support and healing to everyone ages 14 and over. I have worked in mental health for several years with...
I have over 30 years of experience in working with individuals of varied ages from adolescents through adulthood including 27 years of working in a local school district along with 10 years of private practice. My bilingual/bicultural (Spanish) skills have allowed me the privilege of guiding a diverse group of clients with varied life challenges. Life requires a delicate balance which can have...
**WAITLIST until 2021** In a time where many people are more socially integrated than ever, they have ironically been left feeling more disconnected and dissatisfied. There are those who are in relationships, but still feel alone. Whether social isolation, crippling anxiety, or a constant chase for satisfaction, I find clients are looking for a deeper understanding of themselves that can provid...
Hello, I look forward to meeting with you. We are not meant to be perfect; we are meant to be whole. My goal is to help you create the life experience that makes you happy. I will provide a safe, supportive, confidential, and nonjudgmental environment for you. I offer therapy that is empowering, collaborative, and client-centered to adolescents, individuals, couples, and families. My areas of...
"No one is ever beyond help" I specialize in dual diagnosis, CAP certified with the last 4 years in the field. While having a lifetime of personal family ties to addiction. I am not only experienced in the field with education, I understand personally how addiction can complicate and separate family dynamics. I also work with family members to help them learn how to separate the addiction from ...
We serve individuals who are currently finding it difficult to manage life stressors as it relates to work, relationships, dealing with losses, school stress and/or other life challenges. Individuals and families receive treatment based on their identified needs. Services address the needs by engaging in various therapeutic approaches. Treatment may focus on reducing stress, improving mood,...
* I CURRENTLY HAVE A WAIT LIST FOR NEW CLIENTS* Wouldn't it be nice to not only feel better but to actually feel good? This is possible!!! This is the way life should be. I have two goals in counseling. The first is to help you get through whatever you are going through right now. The second is to help you improve the quality of your life and to actually feel happier! I understand that It's oft...
The demands of daily living often deny us the opportunity to reflect upon and respond to that which needs healing. Beyond helping you find relief from distressing symptoms, I aim to create an affirming space where you can explore and repair patterns that have left you feeling stuck, lost and disconnected. Our work will focus on empowering you to claim the life you deem meaningful and the...
Life can be difficult. Everyone experiences stressors in their life that can seem overwhelming at times. Whether they are due to childhood issues, life transitions or trauma, a caring, compassionate therapist can offer you the support you need to move forward and create lasting change. I am here to support you through these times and help you develop tools to create positive changes in your lif...
We all have life stressors but also have the inner strength to overcome life’s difficulties. The focus of my practice is to partner and tap into your strength, to empower you by providing the necessary tools and coping skills to help you build resilience and facilitate positive change. My style is warm, gentle, and encouraging. I am compassionate and non-judgmental. I have over 10 years of...
I am a Board Certified Art Therapist. I received a masters degree in counseling and Art Therapy from University of Louisville in 2012. I have worked in a variety of outpatient and inpatient settings with children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. I have worked with individuals who struggle with substance abuse, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, grief and trauma. In my...
