Psychotherapy that promotes work-life balance.
Stress Management in Philadelphia and the Main Line
Stress Less - Learn Proven Techniques to Manage Stress.
Sound like you?
I’m always stressed!
Are you in a constant state of stress?
Always in motion?
Have a never ending to-do list?
Feel a pit in your stomach? Muscle tension? Body aches?
In a state of constant worry and have racing thoughts?
That there is no time to stop and think?
Feel burnt out, perhaps because you have a tendency toward perfectionism?
I feel overwhelmed!
You may work in an environment that is innately stressful and you carry the burdens of work home with you. Or perhaps you are juggling working and caregiving. We live in a fast-paced world and stress is a normal part of life. In many ways stress can be good, as it motivates us to be productive and to be successful. However, we need to take the time to manage our stress so that over time, stress does not negatively impact our physical health, mental health, or our relationships.
Stress Management for a More Balanced and Healthier You
I’m here for you.
Life is stressful. But … that doesn’t mean we need to feel stressed all the time.
Stress is an expected part of being human … what matters is HOW we handle our stress.
Practical Methods for Everyday Life
How I can help
Stress management is a group of techniques and tools people use to respond more adaptively to life’s stressors.
Imagine …
Less muscle tension in your back and shoulders
Walking places rather than running
Yelling less
Being more present with your family
Thinking more clearly and making decisions more easily
More harmonious relationships
Improved sleep
Enjoying the small pleasures in life
HERE’S WHAT WE WILL DO TOGETHER
In therapy, you will learn
Problem-solving skills to identify the causes of your stress
Relaxation techniques to offset the fight or flight reaction
Cognitive skills to challenge negative thought patterns
Communication approaches that allow you to respond to situations rather than react to them
Sleep hygiene for enhanced sleep quality and daily functioning
Time management for increased productivity and improved work-life balance
Learn to respond to life’s challenges rather than react to them.
Ultimately, gain more life balance through emotional stability, physical well being, enhanced relationships and overall quality of life.
It IS possible to handle stress with greater ease.
frequently asked questions
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Stress management refers to a set of strategies designed to help individuals better cope with daily hassles and major life events. Its goal is to reduce the negative impacts of stress on emotional and physical health, and ultimately improve quality of life. Key steps include identifying your triggers, becoming aware of emotional, physical, and behavioral symptoms, and learning relaxation techniques. These may involve behavioral tools like diaphragmatic breathing or cognitive strategies to counter negative thinking patterns.
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Deciding whether to see a life coach or a clinical psychologist is a personal choice. While both aim to enhance quality of life, they differ in training, regulation, and session focus. Clinical psychologists hold advanced degrees, follow a standardized educational path, and must be licensed to practice. Psychology is a highly regulated field, with professionals bound by a code of ethics. Psychologists are also trained to diagnose and treat mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. While psychologists focus on health and well-being, life coaches typically emphasize personal achievement and goal-setting.
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Stress is a response to an external trigger (a stressor) whereas anxiety involves excessive worry that may or may not involve an identifiable trigger.
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We will tailor Stress Management strategies to your individual needs. You may learn diaphragmatic breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, mindfulness, journaling and cognitive reframing, to name a few.
