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
*Dr. Ansari is not currently accepting new patients. Dr. Ansari has over 12 years of experience working in hospitals, schools and clinics around the San Francisco Bay Area serving a culturally diverse population of clients. Trained in a wide range of therapeutic orientations, she employs an integrative approach in treatment, utilizing therapeutic tools and strategies from Cognitive-Behavioral,...
WE OFFER PHONE AND VIDEO SESSIONS. If you are on this page you are at the right place, at the right time. It appears that you are now on a journey of healing, growth, and self discovery. Life does not come with instructions and I’m telling you it’s ok to get some help along the way! My professional goal is to empower individuals to not only manage the complexities of life but enjoy the journey...
I am a firm believer that as humans, we grow in connection. Therapy can be a place where growth, self-awareness, and healing can begin. I also believe that we are all bound to experience difficulty and pain throughout our lives. Throughout these ups and downs, I hope to come alongside you and provide a sense of acceptance, authenticity, and emotional safety. Therapy is an active process - in or...
Shayla is an experienced therapist with over 15 years of working with adults struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, difficult relationships and alcohol/substance misuse. She offers a holistic approach to person-centered care in a non-judgmental, supportive, and safe space. Shayla places a strong emphasis on building trust with her clients and tailoring treatment towards individual needs...
Have you ever felt stuck while in a relationship or confused about who you are or where you want to be in your life? Do parts of you feel lost and insecure while other parts of you are so ready to change and give up old habits? These different parts of us may feel pressure from family, friends, work, school, and society to fit a mold of who we are supposed to be as a person. We may even put the...
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Hello my name is Carmela Sanchez. I am Psychiatric Physician Assistant. Im a prescriber for addiction/substance abuse and psychiatric medication management. Im also in collaboration with Assisted Living Facilities to treat residents in their psychiatric needs. Bilingual (Spanish-English)...
If you are considering therapy there's a good chance you feel discouraged or overwhelmed. Trying to change compulsive behaviors and manage the thoughts in your head is exhausting. Since 2003 I've been helping clients make sense of their behaviors and find new ways to live. Therapy isn't easy and you won't find your way back to "normal" without digging deeper, but change is possible. I offer...
Hello! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I also hold a license in Illinois as a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I have over 14 years of experience in the mental health field. I am well adverse in working with various populations and skillsets. I have a background in working with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in cognitive-behavioral therapy, whic...
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