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.
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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 provide a warm, welcoming environment that allows clients of all backgrounds to feel comfortable so that they can change from the inside out. We can do this together by focusing on the impact of honesty, the difficulty of being vulnerable, and the tendency to focus on our failures instead of small victories. As a compassionate and empathetic therapist, I'm eager to encourage posit...
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I understand that change is not easy. We all face challenges in life, and I believe that we are more capable of overcoming those challenges with support. Whether you, or your child, or your family are facing relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, or a significant life event, my goal is to guide my clients toward positive change. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, young...
Time and again in life, we come at a fork in the road when our life stress and struggles outweigh our ability to cope effectively and it is overwhelming to ask for support. I am here for you. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I have worked with adults and adolescents, presenting with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, substanc...
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist that utilizes Brainspotting and Integrative Therapy. I treat anxiety, mood disorders and substance use issues and work with individuals with trauma, interpersonal challenges, memory loss from TBI and performance and creative blocks. In today's world, people from all walks of life struggle with the very real issues that come with just being human. Stress,...
Big, small, chosen, or outside of our control - life is full of things that require us to adjust and adapt. Our success in life can often be determined by our ability to navigate its changes, show resilience during its most overwhelming moments, and not lose our belief in ourselves. As your therapist, I will give you tools you can use to reach your goals, as well as cheer you on and you overcom...
You may be looking for a safe space to process trauma, explore your identity, cope with relationship difficulties, and/or reduce the frequency and intensity of your symptoms. No matter what has brought you to my office, my fundamental values do not waver: You are a complex individual who does not fit into a box. You are a whole person, and I will meet you where you are at in your process. My...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with clinical experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and their families in both community mental health centers and school settings. I take on a holistic and relational treatment approach in my practice, utilizing evidenced-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Strength Based, Family...
As a counselor, I find value in first identifying and connecting with clients as a means of building a foundation of trust and respect. I believe in meeting clients where they are on an emotional level. Clients are the experts of their own lives, and there are moments in life when we all face challenges. Change can be difficult, but I believe it's attainable with the proper guidance, support an...
Currently seeing clients with challenges in couples counseling, individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy Dynamic practice, which assists in illuminating the shadows of self while finding a new and authentic purpose driven life that reflects Your version of peace, success, happiness (cannot promise love but will help you discover ways to care for yourself more). We can and will help... ...
One of the greatest honors I have in life is to walk with those who are struggling with emotional pain and trauma. I have dedicated my life to helping others, advocating through systems, and empowering individuals to build confidence in order to create positive change. If you or your children are struggling with trauma, overwhelming stress, parenting, grief and loss, or other matters that are...
I am an EMDR Certified therapist specializing in the treatment of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, developmental trauma, and other trauma-related issues in adults. I work with clients who have experienced chronic and complex trauma or single-incident trauma. My passion is helping people uncover their own inherent wisdom, which is often buried under layers of emotional pain or unhelpful belief...
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No matter the magnitude of your struggles, my intention is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until the burden feels less heavy. I have a true passion for helping others feel validated, accepted, and supported on their journey to mental wellness. While bringing a peaceful and positive presence to sessions, I convey a style that is warm, non-judgmental, and interactive. My goal is ...