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
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience. My focus is on adolescents and adults. I have had the pleasure of working with clients from a variety of backgrounds. I strive to help clients identify and achieve their personal goals. I enjoy working with clients who are moving from adolescence to young adulthood, adults who are looking to enhance their life experience and...
In today’s fast paced society we are under constant pressure to be more and in that process we can lose our sense of self. This frequently results in repressed emotions and undisclosed needs, which can ultimately hinder our ability to meaningfully connect with one another. Symptoms of anxiety and depression start to predominate the narratives of our lives. Sometimes we feel traumatized and...
I help individuals and couples who experience anxiety and depression reduce symptoms by improving upon current strengths and coping skills to build insight into symptoms experienced. My specialty areas include anxiety, PTSD, depression, grief, communication issues, and work-life balance. I offer openness and collaboration to those I work with and believe that a collaborative effort has a direct...
Hello! My name is Moriah Reedy, a Clinical Social Worker. I understand that life can be complicated. There are times you may feel alone due to relationship/family issues, personal life stressors, childhood trauma, or other life struggles. I want you to know that you are not alone, and I'd love to hear from you! I work with children, families, and adults with compassion and curiosity. I utilize...
Hello! My name is Emily Gilbert, Owner and Clinician at Meridian Counseling Center. I value the opportunity to help clients move forward in their journey towards hope, joy, and quality of life by removing barriers in accessing treatment. My approach to therapy is collaborative, meaning we walk through the process together and at your pace. There are also qualified contract therapists with advan...
When reaching a crisis point, we may find that our old ways of coping are no longer helping. In fact, they may be harmful to us and those we love; despite, having previously helped us through some hard times. Recognizing that you are having difficulties is one of the first steps towards making an impactful change in your life. In fact, these are moments where we can work together, in a safe spa...
This too shall pass... But it takes time, patience, and a commitment to stabilize your situation and keep things from getting worse. So many people get discouraged, distracted or choose unhealthy coping mechanisms to survive the journey of change. I'm here to help and to keep you focused on the necessary steps to bring about the life you and your loved ones long for. We will work together, as...
I have worked with children and families for over 40 years. My goal in life has been to make a difference in the life of a child, helping them to feel good about themselves and teaching them skills to cope with whatever circumstances have led to their emotional or behavioral problems. I also strongly believe in working closely with the parents of the children I work with, helping them to...
Sometimes life just sucks and when it happens we can feel alone, misunderstood, and stuck. It's easy to feel embarrassed by the circumstances we find ourselves in which make it even more difficult to reach out and ask for help. Kudos to you for starting out on this journey! I believe people are the expert of their own lives and the role of a therapist is to help them use this expertise to overc...
I am an Associate Licensed Counselor in Alabama who provides in office and virtual counseling. I am an independent nationally certified counselor who has experience working with children, families and adults. I am experienced in rehabilitation, adverse childhood events, school issues for children, crisis intervention and trauma. I employ an eclectic mix of modalities to meet each client's uniqu...
Before I became a psychotherapist, I had a career as a professional diplomat, and I served in different countries. Having been exposed to diverse cultures in the course of my life, I am particularly attuned to the varieties of narratives that shape people’s identities and relationships with self and others. In my work with each client, I aim to bring my unique personal and professional...
“And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom" (Anais Nin). You know when it's time to make a change - whether the struggle is depression, anxiety, past trauma, or perhaps a painful relationship - there comes a tipping point when you are ready to make that first step toward hope. As a trained trauma-focused clinician, I love meeting...
Areas of focus covered include, but are not limited to: anxiety, depression, coping skills, behavioral, self-esteem, social skills, grief/loss, and adjustment to new situations. Focus is on the person as a whole and helping the person and/or family system function at their highest potential....
I am a licensed clinical pysychologist with experience treating children, adolescents, and young adults. I earned my Psy.D. in School-Clinical Child Psychology from Yeshiva University, Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. I believe that psychotherapy is a collaborative and transparent process and I will work with you and/or your family to help you achieve your goals. I have been extensively...
I provide a personalized approach to therapy, rooted in current research in order to offer the most advanced and effective treatments for your unique concerns. The therapeutic relationship should be a collaboration, and as such, your treatment plan is tailored to meet your needs with particular attention to culture and trauma history. My primary specialty is trauma recovery for both children an...
