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
MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR NEW CLIENTS. I WILL UPDATE THIS STATUS ONCE THAT CHANGES. Sometimes life throws us unexpected curve balls that are difficult to manage. Other times, we may find ourselves struggling to manage day to day life even without any major life changes. Therapy can be an important tool for helping us manage both unexpected events as well as the stresses of daily life....
( English | español ) It is not easy to look for help. Especially when we feel overwhelmed with pain, suffering, and confusion. We all deserve to enjoy life, healthy sexuality and nurturing relationships. You are not alone in this journey of finding the best way to be a human being and be free of unnecessary suffering. I believe you have the answers you are looking for and I can support you in...
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Our goal is to allow you to work through your issues and find an effective answer to the issue. We will work together to find what the answer and options are. I offer therapy in a manner that doesn’t feel like you have just received therapy. I want you to get to the point where you can feel empowered enough to act independently. I know you can do anything; my goal is to make sure you aware you ...
My approach to the therapeutic relationship is one of compassion, openness, and focus on all facets of each individual or relationship. I believe the honoring of our most authentic and vulnerable selves is what brings us the most clarity, and frees us of our shame, fear, and doubt. We are able to show up more fully in our lives and relationships when we take a holistic approach to our healing, ...
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Elizabeth Winner received her bachelor's and master’s degrees in psychology from Duquesne University. She also holds a master of education degree in community counseling from Xavier University and a certificate in forensic science and law from Duquesne University. She has 30 years of counseling experience working with children, adolescents and adults in individual and group settings. . She...
Thank you for the opportunity to partner together on your personal growth, relationship, family, or overall mental health goals. I work with individuals, adolescents, and couples to help provide new perspectives, realistic goal setting, resolve personal and interpersonal conflicts, and restore a more balanced way of managing stress. I am committed to providing a positive, accepting environment...
If you are dealing with trauma, life transitions, anxiety, or depression, I am here to help you. I've served with children, teens, and families for several years and walked with adults and couples through their healing process. You can expect an empathetic therapist that desires to help you through your therapeutic journey. I can help by providing a safe place for you to share your thoughts and...
When is the last time you checked in with you? We are often so busy prioritizing the needs of others that we forget about our own well-being. Our society teaches us that multi-tasking and having many projects going on at once means we are more efficient and, in a sense, “better”. However, this can also lead to feeling overwhelmed and lacking a zest for life. I want to help you put the focus bac...
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I believe in meeting the client where they are at with evidence-based approaches. I am here to help you through whatever challenges life has thrown your way. My approach is client centered, and I will work with you to meet your goals. I have experience working with life transition, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, personality disorders and more. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Seekin...
Unresolved relational issues. Past trauma that has begun affecting your normal routine. Marriage is going through a hard time. Family needs a tune up. Anxiety has reared it’s ugly head. These are all a part of being human and being in relationship, and it’s OK to ask for help in the midst of them. I have over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. As a marriage a...
Drawing from relational, cognitive, and trauma-focused approaches, I support my clients to build awareness, confidence, and connection with themselves and to others. I believe that healing is deeply rooted within us and enhanced by a therapeutic alliance, and I am committed to creating a safe and collaborative environment. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, and...
