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
I was drawn to social work out of my desire to understand and empathize with human suffering. I believe that all of us, at some point in our lives, can benefit from healing therapy sessions. The bulk of my career has been in Hospice care, therefore, I specialize in grief work. We can grieve over the changes in life that don't resemble death, such as postpartum, divorce, empty nest and caring fo...
Hola! my name is Carolina (I’m a native Spanish speaker counselor) and I choose every day to work towards understanding and assisting those who are suffering. I'm here to help you, or your family navigate those inevitable LIFE TRANSITIONS (school, college, career changes, divorce, empty nest, getting married, having a baby, parenting, relationship issues, etc.) GRIEF and LOSS. I also support...
Joanne McCarthy MA, LPC, LCADC is on staff at Wellsprings Counseling Center, LLC. Wellsprings is passionate about helping people have joyful and fulfilled lives. We have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and couples through various mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, substance use,and relational struggles. Individuals and couples frustrated in their...
Do you ever feel like you “should” have everything sorted and things “should” be moving along as planned, but for some reason they are not? You have moments where you feel okay, even some days you feel good, but then even more moments where you feel overwhelmed, anxious and unsure about the future. Do you feel stuck, like you’re not in control of your own story? Are you ready to be more present...
Everyone’s experiences and paths are unique. Every journey is its own struggle. My main goal is to connect with my clients as a person, help them feel understood and support them through their journey. I strive to use the therapeutic techniques most compatible with the client’s characteristics and needs. I have extensive theoretical training and practical experience in psychoanalysis,...
I look at my life experiences, choices I've made, my victories and failures and I know this is exactly where I am supposed to be. I love what I do and the gifts I have been provided and want to assist you on finding the path you are to be on. Whether you have recently experienced a loss, have a lifetime of feeling defeated or have felt limited in your abilities to handle day to day situations, ...
I am a licensed clinical social worker, with a Masters in Clinical Social Work from New York University. I am also a Psycho-Oncology Board Certified Specialist. For over a decade, I have worked in major medical settings, starting at New York University hospital as a social work intern in pediatric oncology, transitioning to Mount Sinai Medical Center where I worked for seven years as a pediatri...
Is your anxiety and depression taking over your life? Are you struggling to adjust to life stress and/or survival of traumatic events? Are you a parent struggling to help your child through life traditions and big feelings? Are you barely hanging on, possibly coping with drugs and alcohol? Are you finding it difficult connecting with yourself and others around are you? Have you experienced...
RELATIONSHIP RESCUE! Psychological first aid for Infidelity, arguing, no connection, fear, anger and sadness tearing apart your relationship. YOUR’E HURTING! I can help you RESTORE YOUR MARRIAGE You need someone who is an expert with COUPLES. Talk to me about your fears, worries, losses, needs and wants. I‘M experienced to find ways to cope, overcome, and reconcile that which is causing distres...
Entering the counseling field a little later in life has enabled me to utilize many experiences from various life issues. I have observed many individuals hurting and desiring quality of life. You have choices to assist you on your road to recovery. I want to walk with you as you discover a new way to live life and journey together on your path to wholeness. I am here to assist you with various...
Are you looking for a way to heal emotional pain? If so, I would love to help you on your journey. I seek to offer support, as a non-judgmental, empathetic, and nurturing guide on your journey to wellness. I specialize in drug and alcohol dependence, and trauma. I have experience working with adolescents and adults, and work extensively with Veterans. I encourage you to reach out, and allow me ...
I understand that life can bring its joys and challenges, and oftentimes they come without us expecting them. Sometimes these challenges feel so heavy, that we struggle to bear them alone. These challenges can leave us feeling stuck or they can be difficult to find our way through. I work to create an authentic and safe place for clients to process the burdens they carry. I consider it a privil...
I have a heart for serving college-age female populations and facilitating personal growth during this stage of academic, social, and mental stress. I have had many opportunities to work with individuals struggling with ADHD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, body image, family conflict, neglect, sexual abuse, physical abuse, and self harm. My goal is to help clients learn to effectively mana...
Children, At-Risk-youth, criminally involved juveniles and adults, children and adults with a history of trauma (physical abuse, sexual abuse, neglect), depression, anxiety. Stephanie has worked in the human services field since 2008 when she began working with children and adults with developmental disabilities. She obtained her undergraduate degree from West Virginia University in 2011 and he...
Whether you are seeking help for yourself, your child, or your relationship, therapy is a tool navigate the difficulties of life. Depression, anxiety are common concerns and CAN be managed. You may have experienced a stressful event, feel overwhelmed by ongoing stressors, or are struggling with identity issues. Life can be better. It may be difficult to imagine at this time, but it can be possi...
