Understanding Coping Skills
Coping skills are the strategies we use to manage stress, challenges, and emotional difficulties in everyday life. They can be practical behaviours, problem-solving approaches, or emotional regulation techniques that help us adapt to both expected and unexpected changes.
Everyone uses coping skills differently. For some, coping might involve exercise, connecting with loved ones, or practising mindfulness. For others, it may include seeking professional support when stress, loss, or health challenges feel overwhelming.
When coping skills are healthy and effective, they can help you feel more balanced and capable. But sometimes people rely on unhelpful patterns (such as avoidance, denial, or overworking), which may offer short-term relief but create more difficulties over time.
Why Coping Skills Matter
Strong coping skills can make a big difference in how you handle life’s challenges. They can:
- Reduce the impact of stress and anxiety
- Improve emotional regulation and resilience
- Help you manage physical health issues, such as chronic pain and illness
- Support you through grief and loss
- Prevent burnout by encouraging rest, balance, and sustainable routines (burnout support)
- Provide guidance during major life transitions or adjustment issues
Healthy coping doesn’t mean avoiding difficulties — it’s about finding ways to respond that are constructive and aligned with your values.
See more of our services related to coping and wellbeing by visiting our Services page. You may find other areas of support that connect with your needs, such as managing stress, grief, burnout, or adjustment issues.
Coping Skills Psychology & Support Team
How Logic Lounge Can Help
Our psychologists can work with you to identify your current coping strategies, understand which ones are working and which ones might be holding you back, and build a toolkit of healthier skills.
Support may include:
- Awareness and reflection – recognising your stress triggers and current coping patterns
- Practical skills training – learning relaxation techniques, problem-solving approaches, or communication skills
- Cognitive strategies – identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing more balanced perspectives
- Emotion regulation – mindfulness, acceptance, and strategies for managing strong emotions
- Long-term resilience – developing sustainable coping plans for ongoing challenges such as stress or chronic illness
Therapy provides a safe, non-judgmental space to practice these skills, explore setbacks, and find approaches that fit your unique circumstances.
When to Seek Support
It may be time to seek professional help for coping skills if you notice that:
- Stress or emotions feel overwhelming or unmanageable
- Coping habits (e.g. overworking, withdrawing, or using substances) create more problems than they solve
- Life transitions, loss, or illness are affecting your wellbeing
- You feel “stuck” and unsure how to move forward
At Logic Lounge, we understand that everyone faces challenges differently. By strengthening your coping skills, you can increase resilience, improve relationships, and feel more confident handling life’s ups and downs.
We offer individual therapy (face-to-face and telehealth) and evidence-based psychological support tailored to your needs.
Find the right Psychologist for you
Our find a psychologist search tool allows you to easily find a psychologist or counsellor, tailored to your area of concern, your preferred language and the location that might be closest to you.
Frequently asked questions
Can I see a psychologist online?
Yes. We offer secure telehealth (video call & phone call) appointments.
Do I need a referral to see a psychologist?
You don’t need a referral to book directly with us. However, a referral and Mental Health Care Plan from your GP may allow you to access Medicare rebates for sessions.
Can I access sessions online?
Yes, Logic Lounge offers secure telehealth sessions via video or phone. This means you can access support from the comfort of your own home or in-person.
