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
Sometimes we all have challenges we want to overcome. There are times where we have difficulty in doing it alone or do not feel supported. I’m here to tell you, you don’t have to do it alone! With open ears and arms I welcome you to work through these difficult situations with me. Being in the mental health field for 10 years I have worked with clients from various backgrounds and ages, includi...
Life does not come with an instruction manual. It can be messy, painful, overwhelming, difficult, and downright exhausting. But I believe that change is always possible. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationships, motivation, adapting to change, or just the stress of day to day living then therapy can help. Therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, therefore it is...
I am passionate about counseling and I love being able to do the work that I do! I feel so fortunate to be able to help people in meeting their goals and building skills for coping with various life stressors. I feel that I have strengths in quickly connecting and helping people to feel comfortable with therapy, which can be uncomfortable at first. I always adapt treatments for what individuals...
My practice focuses on people who want to enjoy greater peace and more satisfying relationships. I’m pleased to serve children, adolescents, and adults. The emphasis of my work includes treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, interpersonal difficulties, psycho-spiritual issues, ADHD, and child/adolescent behavior problems. I employ a variety of techniques to help my clients improve. We generally be...
"Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced"- James Baldwin. My personal and professional experiences with individuals (predominantly minorities) who experienced various traumas in their lives that had gone untreated and undiagnosed inspired me to become a clinical psychologist. There is a consistent misunderstanding of how life experiences can imp...
ENDURING COVID-19 IS OVERWHELMING FOR US ALL. Our lives have changed so drastically in just a matter of weeks - isolation, job changes, school closures, social distancing, financial instability. It's natural to feel waves of anxiety, depression, fear, loss, worry during this time of collective crisis. These reactions and feelings don't have to hijack your sense of resilience and connection to...
We all reach points in our lives where things feel challenging or even completely overwhelming. Beginning therapy may seem intimidating making it extremely important to find someone who helps you to feel safe and comfortable. My style is warm, collaborative, and flexible. Therapy can be a safe place where you can let your guard down and explore your feelings at your pace. I am here to support y...
“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.” – Dale Carnegie “No hope at all.” A phrase that most (if not all) of us have thought to ourselves or spoken out loud at least once in our lives. Losing a job. Ending a marriage. That ultimate moment of dread when we feel like giving up or believe that all...
Jessica is an individual and couples therapist who approaches her work with a passion for understanding personality development, and the ways in which our unique histories contribute to our perspectives on ourselves, our worldviews, and how we relate to others. She is very interested in exploring the links between trauma, mood disorders, and addictions, and how these intersect and compound one...
When depression or anxiety take over and loneliness sets in, it is understandable to feel hopeless. Sometimes even relationships can lead to unhappiness. In therapy we will work to address these issues. Therapy is a journey of learning about your past and present self. This self-exploration helps open the doors to a fulfilling and meaningful life. I work with clients to help them understand the...
Life is ever-changing and evolving in manifold ways. We all go through life changes and unforeseen roadblocks that create imbalance within our minds. It is quite empowering to seek out help when our inner self wants to “talk” and respect that need. This is where I come in as a vessel of support to aide in your journey of knowing your inner self and what challenges or changes you might be going...
My goal and passion, as your therapist, is to help you achieve whole body wellness – emotional, physical, and spiritual. We’ll work together to seek the root cause(s) that are preventing you from experiencing wholeness and the resulting symptoms. Grief can manifest as fatigue; an underactive thyroid can create feelings of anxiety; & unresolved trauma can leave you feeling lonely. As we explore...
I am a licensed psychologist in a private practice setting, where I work with children, teens, adults and families dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation challenges, life transitions, school-related issues, and interpersonal difficulties. I strive to develop a trusting and supportive connection with my clients and their families. My therapeutic approach is individualized a...
ATTENTION MEN AND WOMEN IN THEIR 20’S… Do you feel like your anxiety is getting in the way of living your full potential? Are you finding yourself feeling uninterested in things you used to enjoy? Are you dealing with constant conflict with your relationships? Do you wonder why others seem to be living a better life than you? Is it difficult to meet expectations set by you or others? Have you...
If you found my site you may just be in the right place! I believe our most challenging times can also be our greatest opportunity for change. With the right perspective and proper non - judgmental support, difficult times can often assist in the transition to build a stronger, more resilient you. I can provide you with a safe and nurturing environment to address these challenging times. If you...
