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
"Life will happen and wellness is achivable". Too often many of us are struggling to adjust to life! To have someone truly understand what it's like to be in a awkard, unfamiliar place or feeling overwhelmed and not yourself seems unreal. We often think everyone is against us and we will never catch a break. Sound Familiar? I've been there a few times, but I’ve overcome those thoughts and feeli...
We at APLA Health - Gleicher/Chen Health Center are dedicated to serving our community, and we make working with individuals of all backgrounds part of our mission. We are here to help, whether you're completely committed to change or you're struggling with the idea. We provide medical, dental, and behavioral health care all within the same clinic. In addition to primary care, we offer sexual...
Feel stagnant in your relationship? Can't stop fighting with your partner? Or maybe you want to strengthen your connection? You love your partner but there are still some nagging issues that get in the way of having the type of fulfilling relationship you desire. Some challenges exist that you two can’t quite agree on. Everything is good, but you know it could be even better. Even though you...
We all have times in our lives when our internal struggles and circumstances push us to the edge, not knowing how we might navigate another day. When the support of friends, family and coping skills are not enough to support our health and wellness, some people then consider whether counseling might be the right next step. Coastal Transitions Counseling has a holistic approach to therapy - taki...
My ideal client is willing to pick up the phone and make the call for help. After that, the partnership begins! Envision yourself actively working with me to establish goals that are clearly defined and measurable. See yourself becoming more focused and relaxed during each session. Learn tools to improve stress management and repair complicated relationships. Feel more comfortable in your own s...
*I am NOT accepting new clients.* Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or having difficulty coping with difficult life experiences? Are you feeling overwhelmed and need a healthy outlet? People make the decision to reach out for help for a variety of reasons. I am here to partner with you, to assist in helping you gain clarity, learn effective ways of coping, and gain increased self...
I am an affirming therapist who is very attuned to the individual experience and narrative of every client I work with. I will not ignore your unique struggle, trauma, or journey that has shaped your life. I will help you go deeper to explore identity, pain, longings, fears, beliefs, struggles, resent, and relationships that have affected you in the past and still affect you today. I am open,...
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS STARTING 2/1/2021*** Have you been feeling sad, overwhelmed, tired, and irritable? Have you been jittery, can't sit still, have racing thoughts, and can't sleep at night? Maybe you have had some trauma in your past or have had thoughts that life is no longer worth living. Do you wonder why you and your significant other fight so much? You may not know why you are feelin...
Finding the right therapist is one of the most important factors influencing the outcome of your treatment. Making sure that my clients feel both comfortable and connected during therapy is my priority; if I am not the right fit, I want to help you find someone who is. That said, I strive to make sessions feel personal and my office a warm and inviting place to do hard work. I use evidence-base...
For various reasons life can seem overwhelming, difficult to understand, and disruptive to your life. One might feel a sense of loss of control, fear, hopelessness, anger, or even shame. Some may even feel they have to cope with all of those emotions and feelings on their own. If you are experiencing any of these emotions and feel lost – I am here to help you. I want to help you learn and belie...
Life can throw us stressful and even traumatic experiences that can cause us to feel like we are in an emotional gridlock, trapped in a cycle of the same feelings, behaviors, and thoughts we want to become free of. I invite you to continue reading if you are ready to begin your journey to becoming “unstuck.” My non-pathologizing, no-shame approach emphasizes that all patterns of thinking and...
Testimonial from a former client: "Susan's approach to therapy is grounded in real neurological and behavioral science. With some past counselors, I've often been put off by vaguely new age "feel good" sessions that never sought to address the actual underlying illness. Susan has helped me to identify why I reacted or interpreted something in a certain way, and how to catch myself from repeatin...
As a substance abuse counselor, who specializes in treatment services for adolescents and adults, it is my goal to address the individual's addiction, identify their needs, and goals for long-term success. As a clinician, it is important to understand the full spectrum of the individual's substance use, the impact their use has had on their family members, and identify goals to ensure their...
Tulip Tree Therapy, LLC primarily focuses on child and family therapy in elementary aged children and their families, adolescents, and teens. I am able to provide support to parents who may have a child who is struggling with behavior issues. I will lead parents through play-based interactions to broaden relationships and create continued growth in a child or teen's emotional response to others...
My experience as a counselor began at Heartland Alliance where I served in their shelters for undocumented minors. I provided group and individual counseling for young men who arrived at the US border seeking refuge from their home countries. The youth spoke about many traumatic events that they suffered while living in their home countries, but also during their journey to the US. I provided...
