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
In today’s society, there is such a negative stigma attached to seeking mental health support. It seems that there is a general assumption that people should always be able to handle whatever life throws at them, and that there is something wrong with seeking help with coping. This negative stigma is exacerbated, particularly in the Black community, by the low numbers of African American...
As a psychotherapist, I deeply believe that the therapeutic relationship can be a powerful vehicle for healing and growth. When we are seen, heard, and felt by another, we are able to connect more closely to what is happening within us. Through insight and process we are empowered to tackle patterns and behaviors that no longer serve us, and honor ones that do. It is my goal to hold space for a...
Dr. Brandon Williams is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides assessments and therapy services to children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Williams has expertise in the assessment of general psychological, private school entrance testing, attachment and bonding, substance abuse, pre-bariatric surgery, parental fitness, and worker’s comp evaluations. Dr. Williams provides therapy to...
Adam Silberstein, Psy.D is a licensed clinical psychologist and has been working in the mental health field since 1994. Dr. Silberstein has extensive experience working with a broad range of populations. He has a private practice in West Los Angeles and Tarzana, working with adolescents and adults with chemical dependency and process addictions, mood disorders, and anxiety disorders. Over th...
I believe that when you feel overwhelmed, by an emotion, a situation, a relationship, or anything else, you tend to focus on what you cannot control. I am passionate about helping people recognize the things in life that they can control and harnessing the power that comes with that discovery. I believe that we are all on the path we are meant to be on. Sometimes our path is bumpy, we take a wr...
In life, when we deal with difficult relationships or challenging environments that are toxic, judgmental, or aggressive, it causes negative symptoms in ourselves. Many people live and work in negative environments that Jamie Lynn can help you manage and overcome. During your time with her, Jamie Lynn’s approach is to provide you with the basic human rights everyone deserves: caring, open,...
I specialize in emotional-relational development, sensory integration, family-based occupational therapy support, and trauma-sensitivity. I am passionate about supporting families to thrive by understanding their child(ren)’s developmental and individual differences, as well as empowering adults who navigate the world with chronic fatigue, pain, and sensory processing differences. I also offer...
Are you feeling stressed out, anxious or irritable? Having difficulty at work, school or in your relationships? Feeling "stuck" in your life? Are you your own worst critic? Are you searching for a compassionate and experienced therapist to empower you to change the way you look at things and support your personal growth? As a psychotherapist and yoga teacher, I approach mental health from a...
Our native language is play. As we grow, we need to a safe space in which we are able to express and process our experiences -- to express ourselves with no judgement, no limitations, and through a modality of mediums. Success and growth can come from experiencing the therapeutic relationship, a supportive environment, and gaining tools necessary for coping with life's challenges, ultimately...
If you want to improve your current life situations like relationships that are dissatisfying or personal goals that are not getting fulfilled, counseling can help. I am an experienced counselor who can help you better assess your situations and come up with concrete plans of actions to make changes towards your goals. Sometimes I coach you in developing new skills like more effective...
( English | español ) My name is Melinda Constanza and I provide Spanish/English tele-therapy to clients of all ages including children and adults. Teletherapy has been proven to be just as effective as in-person and at times progress can be made quicker as it eliminates the stressor of going to the office.Therapy can be intimidating which is why I strive to create a safe place where my clients...
Hey there. If you're reading this you may be wondering "is this guy the right therapist for me?" That is a question I hold dearly. Browsing this website can bring a flurry of emotions when seeking a therapist. It can be tough to find the right fit, and also can be a challenge just to get started. I hope, as you read my profile, there is a chance you may think I can play a role in your mental...
If you are an adult or teenager struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma issues, self-esteem, and/or setting boundaries, I would love to help you. Couples with relational stress are welcome as I enjoy and have experience in marital/couples therapy and helping relationships succeed. Currently, I lead the Healthy Relationships group at Synergy Counseling Center. I have...
As a clinical mental health counselor and art therapist, I believe in the human potential and the power of transformation. Counseling is a working process that begins with a relationship. Understanding the client’s perspective is a foundation for making therapeutic progress. My training and background works to empower clients to achieve their personal goals. My approach is strengths-based,...
