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
*Accepting New Clients* *Individual and Couples counseling* Are you struggling with uncertainty and find yourself feeling irritable or sad? Are you having difficulty finding motivation and energy to carry out life demands? Do you feel alone and find yourself wanting isolate from others. Do the people you love seem to have a hard time understanding what you are going through? Do you find yoursel...
We all need a little help in our lives. Recognizing that therapy may be something you need in your life is the first step to taking time and consideration for you. Therapy can be helpful for all individuals in an array of ways. If you are struggling with transitions, coping with loss or grief, have a new or continuing disease…you are not alone. The individuals I work with come from all walks of...
We all need hope and encouragement from others who will walk alongside us through difficult circumstances. You may have lost sight of who you are or your value, but there is always hope. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to grow in their lives, who are seeking to know who they are and to find their value. I have a relational style of counseling and am trained in EMDR to bring a...
I believe therapy is a place where each person involved can be real and share honestly about their unique human experience. It is as if we are each travelers, encountering each other’s world for a time. We decide what path to take based on your needs, desires, and abilities; we work collaboratively and check in with one another frequently to ensure your needs are being met. We do not take one s...
UNFORTUNATELY, I CANNOT ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. Is your family struggling due to stress, conflict or a constant state of overwhelm? Many parents in today’s fast-paced society feel burned out, exhausted and out of balance. When one family member is struggling, the entire family struggles along with them. Seeking support means you are prioritizing your own self-care and your family’s hea...
Are you feeling exhausted, helpless, or just not like yourself anymore? Are you always putting others' needs before your own? Or are you just feeling lost and overwhelmed? You don't have to face challenging life circumstances alone. My approach is to create an open space where you can discuss your problems. Work to discover your inherent self-worth and become empowered. I will work with you to...
Is your teenager struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, addiction, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor located on the Westbank in Jefferson Parish and I am here to support you and your adolescent on the journey toward healing and...
Co-parenting often involves making joint decisions concerning your children. It could range from big decisions, like where your kids will go to school, to everyday items, such as whether your kids will buy lunch at school or bring a bagged lunch. When making these kinds of decisions often results in conflict, a Parenting Coordinator may be able to help. A Parenting Coordinator is specially trai...
I work with adults using a strengths-based approach and view the counseling process as a partnership and an opportunity for you to learn more about yourself. We will honor the patterns that have kept you safe in the past, while at the same time gently removing the barriers that have kept you from being the person you wish to be. I utilize different methods in my work, striving to tailor my...
If you are seeking restoration from a difficult life situation, attempting to heal from a traumatic experience, or in need of additional support and guidance through a challenging season in life, or in need of developing a new insight to your life, I look forward to helping you achieve your goals....
Often times, people find that they experience unhappiness, anxiety, or repeated obstacles to getting what they want. This can lead to problems with relationships, work, or other areas of our lives. Through a cooperative, supportive relationship with the right therapist, you can learn how to cope with what the "universe" throws your way, and which of your own behaviors and conflicts are...
( English | 中文 ) 你好！When you are depressed or anxious, you feel like life is passing you by and you are powerless to grab it, not to mention be on top of and enjoy it. My passion is to help people deal with their emotional pain caused by various kinds of issues, including family of origin, interpersonal problems, low self-esteem, loss of loved ones, trauma, life transitions and etc. In gen...
Long-term recovery is a difficult journey. It’s not just about being sober; it’s about creating a life that’s more fulfilling than drugs and alcohol. I am here to help you figure out how to do just that. To combat substance abuse it is important to look at what contributed to your current issues but also make concrete changes in the here and now. Part of the journey is identifying obstacles,...
I work specifically with children, adolescents, and adults with various concerns, including potential diagnoses of ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental health disorders. Other clients include women who would benefit from counseling as they balance work/family life, address symptoms of anxiety and depression, or simply want to explore their behaviors and make positive changes. Lastly, I provi...
