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
Anxiety and depression can be a daily struggle that feels isolating and overwhelming. I work with you to build a positive therapeutic relationship in order to find hope and learn ways to feel better. I work with adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management. My goal is to help you feel more empowered and connected while learning to be kinder to yourself...
Life is too short to be living a life that 'does not work'. Family of origin patterns often interfere with successful relationships; using Imago therapy we can uncover and heal emotional patterns that prevent marriages from thriving. The stresses of life can be overwhelming especially if one is not in a good relationship with oneself - are you your own best friend? Sometimes anxiety or depressi...
The therapeutic bond is of utmost importance and providing and creating a comfortable and nurturing environment is an integral part of forming a lasting positive change. As your therapist, it is my ultimate goal to create a special space where you feel comfortable to be your true self - that's when the healing really begins! I consider myself a support pillar - here to sit with you in the pain ...
We will work together to reach your goals, and you will leave my office feeling less alone. I specialize in working with adolescents, couples and individuals (particularly peri-and-post natal women and families). I love helping adolescents conquer anxiety and build self-confidence using a self-compassion approach. I have advanced training in using the highly effective EFT (Emotionally Focused...
**Currently on few-months-out waitlist*** Being a human is hard - we were likely never told this truth as kids (or ever). You might be wondering why it seems other's have this life figured out and you don't. Rest assured, they're winging it just like you and me. Therapy can help normalize the human experience and get you more connected, all while exploring ways you can show up in the world the ...
I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of clinical experience with adults of all ages who come with a wide range of issues from everyday life problems to more serious conditions. Today our lives are turned upside down by the ever widening effects of the COVID-19 global pandemic. It is normal to feel uneasy or anxious or even sad during this very difficult uncertain time and you may hav...
Feeling overwhelmed? Flooded with painful emotion? Out of touch with yourself? When we don't have the relational support to help us during times of distress, we tend to find other ways to cope with our suffering or to disconnect altogether. Although these coping strategies may have kept us alive and functioning in the past, they may not be serving our best interests. Therapy can be a place to...
I have over 15 years experience in working with children, adolescents, adults and families in various treatment settings. I have worked in both private and collaborative school settings in addition to working directly with state agencies. I understands the importance of working collaboratively with families to ensure comprehensive treatment. I believe in focusing on the individual needs of the...
I specialize working with teens and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, self- harm, self-esteem, perfectionism, and life transitions (examples: transitioning to college, moving, divorce, etc). I believe every person has the capacity for growth and change. I work collaboratively with my clients from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective. I incorporate concrete DBT/CBT techniques...
Sometimes life feels unmanageable. It might be that you have had a handle on things, but life turned upside down on you and it's no longer clear how to find stable ground. It might be that the foundations have never felt very secure and you need support as you figure out how to build that stability into your life. Sometimes we are managing life OK, but we recognize we need some support as we mo...
Do you find that your addictions are consuming your life? Is your partner's behavior impacting you? Are you struggling with your teen or young adult and need guidance on how to draw boundaries and be the support they need? I am a Masters level Social Work Resident, a Licensed School Counselor and a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. I specialize in working with adolescents, individuals, and...
As a social worker I have worked in a variety of settings from birth to death. I connect well with adolescents and young adults through a variety of challenges they may be facing such as trauma, anxiety, depression, life changes, peer relationships, and stress. In my recent years I have been working in healthcare as a supervisor for a local women's program and part time for a busy hospital...
Current openings for TELEHEALTH/VIDEO appointments. Anxiety, depression, self doubt, and daily stress can be so pervasive. Does the stress of daily life feel anxiety provoking and overwhelming? Are your job, relationships or friendships feeling stressful? Perhaps feeling stuck or unsettled is becoming a daily reality. It may feel like its getting harder to thrive and telling people “no” feels h...
Life can be a lot to handle sometimes. In the blink of an eye, things can happen that irrevocably change our lives--divorce, job loss, cancer diagnosis, death of a loved one, and more. Most often, it is many accumulating events, from career change and stress, to chronic pain, relocation, or the demands of child care that overwhelm us and push us past our current ability to cope. If you are in t...
In a world that throws all sorts of demands, challenges, and difficulties at us, we might often feel like we are being pulled in many different directions. These demands may come from others, society, or even yourself, and the discomfort may eventually result in things like depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. Figuring out how to move forward can be painful, frightening, and eve...
