Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists in New York, NY

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Sanjay Patel
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10007
I am a board certified adult and child psychiatrist, and I'm also board certified in integrative and holistic medicine. I treat anxiety, attention, and mood difficulties, including adult and child ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and depression. When necessary, I recommend medication, with the lowest effective doses. I recommend traditional and natural treatments along with practical suggestions about communication, lifestyle, and stress management. I am on faculty at NYU School of Medicine.
I am a board certified adult and child psychiatrist, and I'm also board certified in integrative and holistic medicine. I treat anxiety, attention, and mood difficulties, including adult and child ADHD, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, and depression. When necessary, I recommend medication, with the lowest effective doses. I recommend traditional and natural treatments along with practical suggestions about communication, lifestyle, and stress management. I am on faculty at NYU School of Medicine.
(646) 798-7270 View (646) 798-7270
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George Ellis
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Dr. Ellis is a staff psychiatrist for Talkiatry. He has been practicing for more than 28 years. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. In addition, Dr. Ellis is certified by the American Board of Adolescent Psychiatry and is a member of the American Society for Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Ellis provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations. He offers follow-up medication management and incorporates supportive therapy and CBT in subsequent 30-minute visits. When indicated, Dr. Ellis encourages family involvement in the treatment process.
Dr. Ellis is a staff psychiatrist for Talkiatry. He has been practicing for more than 28 years. He is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. In addition, Dr. Ellis is certified by the American Board of Adolescent Psychiatry and is a member of the American Society for Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Ellis provides comprehensive psychiatric evaluations. He offers follow-up medication management and incorporates supportive therapy and CBT in subsequent 30-minute visits. When indicated, Dr. Ellis encourages family involvement in the treatment process.
(856) 754-4951 View (856) 754-4951
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Gordon Jay Strauss, M.D.
Psychiatrist
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10065
In private practice for 20 years, I treat both simple and complex psychiatric conditions with medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy) or both. Typically, the first appointment lasts 60 minutes, at which time we'll determine a plan of care. Once you schedule an appointment, I'll contact you right away to answer your questions.
In private practice for 20 years, I treat both simple and complex psychiatric conditions with medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy) or both. Typically, the first appointment lasts 60 minutes, at which time we'll determine a plan of care. Once you schedule an appointment, I'll contact you right away to answer your questions.
(212) 831-4140 View (212) 831-4140
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Christopher Zeoli
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
Some of the conditions that Christopher treats include (but is not limited to): depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, and other psychiatric and mental health-related problems.
Christopher holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing, from Stony Brook University, and is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He has extensive clinical experience and has worked in various psychiatric and mental health care settings, both inpatient and outpatient, seeing patients across the lifespan.
Some of the conditions that Christopher treats include (but is not limited to): depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, ADHD, insomnia, and other psychiatric and mental health-related problems.
Christopher holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing, from Stony Brook University, and is a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. He has extensive clinical experience and has worked in various psychiatric and mental health care settings, both inpatient and outpatient, seeing patients across the lifespan.
(646) 588-1463 View (646) 588-1463
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Alexis Sciarrino
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
Alexis Sciarrino, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatry across the lifespan. Ms. Sciarrino received her Masters of Science degree from Hunter College. She has dedicated her life and her career to psychiatry. She strives to provide the most up to date evidence based care. She utilizes psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to ensure positive treatment outcomes and long term success. She has successful experience working with patients diagnosed with anxiety and depressive disorders as well as OCD, PTSD, Bipolar and ADHD diagnoses.
Alexis Sciarrino, PMHNP-BC is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in psychiatry across the lifespan. Ms. Sciarrino received her Masters of Science degree from Hunter College. She has dedicated her life and her career to psychiatry. She strives to provide the most up to date evidence based care. She utilizes psychopharmacology and psychotherapy to ensure positive treatment outcomes and long term success. She has successful experience working with patients diagnosed with anxiety and depressive disorders as well as OCD, PTSD, Bipolar and ADHD diagnoses.
(347) 427-5765 View (347) 427-5765
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Stephanie Tiell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10128
Dr Tiell. takes a holistic, comprehensive approach in the person-centered treatment plan, which includes psychotherapy and medication management. Her therapeutic approach is warm, non-judgmental and empathetic. She offers individualized therapy modalities, including supportive, emotional, goal setting, and mindfulness. She enjoys providing clients and families with resources and education throughout appointments. You can expect that collaboratively, you can work on all aspects of life and wellbeing.
Dr Tiell. takes a holistic, comprehensive approach in the person-centered treatment plan, which includes psychotherapy and medication management. Her therapeutic approach is warm, non-judgmental and empathetic. She offers individualized therapy modalities, including supportive, emotional, goal setting, and mindfulness. She enjoys providing clients and families with resources and education throughout appointments. You can expect that collaboratively, you can work on all aspects of life and wellbeing.
(646) 692-0364 View (646) 692-0364
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Jennifer Mesrie
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
Welcome to a transformative mental health journey. If past care didn't meet your needs, you can discover a new path with me. I specialize in detailed assessments leading to precise diagnoses and personalized treatments. Offering both medication management and psychotherapy, I'm equipped to support you across a spectrum of mental health challenges, personal growth ambitions, or a quest for a more fulfilling life. Whether you need comprehensive care or collaboration alongside your current therapist, I'm here to provide holistic support. Let’s embark on a path to wellness designed just for you.
Welcome to a transformative mental health journey. If past care didn't meet your needs, you can discover a new path with me. I specialize in detailed assessments leading to precise diagnoses and personalized treatments. Offering both medication management and psychotherapy, I'm equipped to support you across a spectrum of mental health challenges, personal growth ambitions, or a quest for a more fulfilling life. Whether you need comprehensive care or collaboration alongside your current therapist, I'm here to provide holistic support. Let’s embark on a path to wellness designed just for you.
(917) 905-9583 View (917) 905-9583
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Yoni Hochstein
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MSEd
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Parents will seek out treatment for a variety of reasons- sometimes it's "just a bump in the road", and other times it has been years of escalating or worsening habits. Some clients are going through a crisis, while others look to build on their strengths and improve their daily quality of living. Life rarely works out the way we intend, and navigating challenges can be particularly difficult for young people. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my job is to assist clients and their parents in working through life's challenges.
Parents will seek out treatment for a variety of reasons- sometimes it's "just a bump in the road", and other times it has been years of escalating or worsening habits. Some clients are going through a crisis, while others look to build on their strengths and improve their daily quality of living. Life rarely works out the way we intend, and navigating challenges can be particularly difficult for young people. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, my job is to assist clients and their parents in working through life's challenges.
(332) 529-1860 View (332) 529-1860
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Isobel Rosenthal
Psychiatrist, MD, MBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist seeing patients in New York and California. I completed my adult psychiatry residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. I am currently completing a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Cornell/Columbia. Along with my medical training, I have completed additional training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive therapy, and mindfulness.
I am a board-certified psychiatrist and psychotherapist seeing patients in New York and California. I completed my adult psychiatry residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. I am currently completing a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at New York Presbyterian Cornell/Columbia. Along with my medical training, I have completed additional training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive therapy, and mindfulness.
(646) 760-7347 View (646) 760-7347
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Sabera Saklayen
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Dr. Sabera Saklayen is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with experience treating a diverse patient population in Long Island and New York City. She graduated residency from Stony Brook University Hospital where she served as chief resident, and proceeded to work as an outpatient attending in Manhattan upon graduation. Dr. Saklayen primarily focuses on medication management, however will often bring in integrative therapy approaches to each session based upon your needs within 30-min follow-up visits. She prefers to work in collaboration with you to determine the best and most feasible treatment while considering your safety.
Dr. Sabera Saklayen is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with experience treating a diverse patient population in Long Island and New York City. She graduated residency from Stony Brook University Hospital where she served as chief resident, and proceeded to work as an outpatient attending in Manhattan upon graduation. Dr. Saklayen primarily focuses on medication management, however will often bring in integrative therapy approaches to each session based upon your needs within 30-min follow-up visits. She prefers to work in collaboration with you to determine the best and most feasible treatment while considering your safety.
(917) 634-5311 View (917) 634-5311
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Cherly Dasler
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Her extensive experience also includes treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and OCD.
Dr. Cheryl Dasler is a double board certified psychiatrist in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Following completion of her training, she spent the next 10 years fulfilling her passion for indigent care of children, working in a community mental health center. She went on to complete additional training in Functional Medicine, with the goal of offering patients greater insight into the physical factors contributing to their symptoms. She has also trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and encourages mindfulness as a healing technique along with medication management.
Her extensive experience also includes treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, and OCD.
Dr. Cheryl Dasler is a double board certified psychiatrist in General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Following completion of her training, she spent the next 10 years fulfilling her passion for indigent care of children, working in a community mental health center. She went on to complete additional training in Functional Medicine, with the goal of offering patients greater insight into the physical factors contributing to their symptoms. She has also trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction, and encourages mindfulness as a healing technique along with medication management.
(720) 637-2308 View (720) 637-2308
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Caroline Bjorkman
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Dr. Caroline Bjorkman, at Mind Space Wellness, LLC, provides expert psychiatry services at locations in Fort Lee, New Jersey, and the Upper West Side area of Manhattan in New York City. Dr. Bjorkman completed her bachelor’s degree at St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, New York, before receiving her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology. She completed her residency and is attending physician at the Mount Sinai Health System across New York City. Dr. Bjorkman accepts most insurance providers. If you have specific questions regarding your coverage, please contact for additional information.
Dr. Caroline Bjorkman, at Mind Space Wellness, LLC, provides expert psychiatry services at locations in Fort Lee, New Jersey, and the Upper West Side area of Manhattan in New York City. Dr. Bjorkman completed her bachelor’s degree at St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, New York, before receiving her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from the New York Institute of Technology. She completed her residency and is attending physician at the Mount Sinai Health System across New York City. Dr. Bjorkman accepts most insurance providers. If you have specific questions regarding your coverage, please contact for additional information.
(646) 970-1321 View (646) 970-1321
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Dr. Misty Stafford
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10018  (Online Only)
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services by telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
My training was completed at Brown University with a sub-specialty focus in treating neurodevelopmental disorders such as Autism, as well as expertise in anxiety, OCD, depression, and mood disorders.
I am an ivy league-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist seeing patients for combined psychotherapy and medication management services by telehealth. My practice is small and patient-focused with a tailored approach to meet every patient's unique needs. My approach to treatment is to provide a safe, comforting environment where patients feel able to express themselves emotionally without fear of judgment. I pride myself on being empathic, warm and caring with an ability to personally connect with each of my patients and their families. I love what I do and I believe this reflects in the results I help my patients achieve.
(617) 431-4864 View (617) 431-4864
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Sana Khan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MPH, PMHNP-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10017
Currently accepting new clients! Please email to schedule a complimentary consult call. Sana is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at The Midtown Practice. She has extensive inpatient and outpatient experience treating clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses, including mood, anxiety, and attention deficit disorders.
Currently accepting new clients! Please email to schedule a complimentary consult call. Sana is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at The Midtown Practice. She has extensive inpatient and outpatient experience treating clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses, including mood, anxiety, and attention deficit disorders.
(646) 492-8230 View (646) 492-8230
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Dr. Jose Sanchez-Cruz
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10168
I believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate, comprehensive mental health care. My mission is to empower you to overcome personal obstacles to improve your life, fostering a sense of hope, resilience, and self-efficacy. Together, we can work to manage your symptoms, understand your experiences, and cultivate a more fulfilling life.
I believe that everyone deserves access to compassionate, comprehensive mental health care. My mission is to empower you to overcome personal obstacles to improve your life, fostering a sense of hope, resilience, and self-efficacy. Together, we can work to manage your symptoms, understand your experiences, and cultivate a more fulfilling life.
(347) 685-6636 View (347) 685-6636
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Sallie Jo Hadley
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
She has particular expertise in working with individuals and their families suffering from anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and high-functioning autism.
Dr. Sallie Jo Hadley holds the position of Staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry She is board-certified in psychiatry and pediatrics and is board-eligible in child and adolescent psychiatry. She has been practicing for 22 years. Dr. Hadley is a graduate of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine’s triple-board program (psychiatry, pediatrics, and child and adolescent psychiatry). She completed post-doctoral research fellowships at Mount Sinai’s Seaver Center for Autism Research/Compulsive-Impulsive Anxiety Disorders and at Columbia University’s New York State Psychiatric Institute.
She has particular expertise in working with individuals and their families suffering from anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and high-functioning autism.
Dr. Sallie Jo Hadley holds the position of Staff Psychiatrist at Talkiatry She is board-certified in psychiatry and pediatrics and is board-eligible in child and adolescent psychiatry. She has been practicing for 22 years. Dr. Hadley is a graduate of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine’s triple-board program (psychiatry, pediatrics, and child and adolescent psychiatry). She completed post-doctoral research fellowships at Mount Sinai’s Seaver Center for Autism Research/Compulsive-Impulsive Anxiety Disorders and at Columbia University’s New York State Psychiatric Institute.
(646) 600-8070 View (646) 600-8070
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Cristina Seicarescu
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
Dr. Seicarescu is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her medical degree from the Carol Davila University of Medicine in Romania and completed her psychiatry residency at Wayne State University in Detroit. Dr. Seicarescu's approach is collaborative, supportive, and patient-centered. Her practice focuses on medication management along with elements of therapy from different modalities, such as supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy that are patient-tailored.
Dr. Seicarescu is a board-certified adult psychiatrist. She received her medical degree from the Carol Davila University of Medicine in Romania and completed her psychiatry residency at Wayne State University in Detroit. Dr. Seicarescu's approach is collaborative, supportive, and patient-centered. Her practice focuses on medication management along with elements of therapy from different modalities, such as supportive and cognitive behavioral therapy that are patient-tailored.
(513) 647-2550 View (513) 647-2550
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Silvia Sloan
Psychiatrist, MD, PLLC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
I provide both psychotherapy and medication management as best suited for the patient. I have expertise in treating individuals with ADHD, PTSD/ trauma, panic disorder, OCD, treatment refractory depression, anxiety and eating disorders. In addition, I use my extensive experience in treating difficult cases where specific medical conditions can be the underlying cause for a psychiatric presentation. It is important to understand the person as a whole in order to achieve a better overall healing, since body and mind are strongly connected. Most important, I am warm, compassionate, non-judgmental and responsive.
I provide both psychotherapy and medication management as best suited for the patient. I have expertise in treating individuals with ADHD, PTSD/ trauma, panic disorder, OCD, treatment refractory depression, anxiety and eating disorders. In addition, I use my extensive experience in treating difficult cases where specific medical conditions can be the underlying cause for a psychiatric presentation. It is important to understand the person as a whole in order to achieve a better overall healing, since body and mind are strongly connected. Most important, I am warm, compassionate, non-judgmental and responsive.
(646) 956-2274 View (646) 956-2274
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Dr. Viga Naik
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
She treats depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, general anxiety disorder, substance use disorders and other associated psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Viga Naik takes a holistic approach when practicing, understanding the importance of an integrative treatment care model. She believes optimal patient care goes beyond psychopharmacology and requires incorporation of psychotherapy and psychosocial intervention. She's a strong advocate for her patients dedicated to being an educator of mental illness to break self, societal and systemic stigmas. She believes a strong therapeutic alliance between clinician and patient is essential. She works on creating a safe & empathetic environment, providing psychoeducation to patients empowering them to play an active role in their treatment.
She treats depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, general anxiety disorder, substance use disorders and other associated psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Viga Naik takes a holistic approach when practicing, understanding the importance of an integrative treatment care model. She believes optimal patient care goes beyond psychopharmacology and requires incorporation of psychotherapy and psychosocial intervention. She's a strong advocate for her patients dedicated to being an educator of mental illness to break self, societal and systemic stigmas. She believes a strong therapeutic alliance between clinician and patient is essential. She works on creating a safe & empathetic environment, providing psychoeducation to patients empowering them to play an active role in their treatment.
(332) 244-0720 View (332) 244-0720
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Marla Richard
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Dr. Marla Richard is Stanford trained board-certified psychiatrist and board eligible in geriatric psychiatry from UCSD. She has been practicing in a variety of settings for the last 30 years. Dr. Richard uses an an integrated health paradigm with general and geriatric patients using traditional psychopharmacology, interpersonal neurobiology practices, and personality assessments to look at root motivations for behaviors to address core issues and with medication management as needed. Dr. Marla believes that you need to take a whole-person approach to both mental and physical health.
Dr. Marla Richard is Stanford trained board-certified psychiatrist and board eligible in geriatric psychiatry from UCSD. She has been practicing in a variety of settings for the last 30 years. Dr. Richard uses an an integrated health paradigm with general and geriatric patients using traditional psychopharmacology, interpersonal neurobiology practices, and personality assessments to look at root motivations for behaviors to address core issues and with medication management as needed. Dr. Marla believes that you need to take a whole-person approach to both mental and physical health.
(303) 951-8007 View (303) 951-8007
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Psychiatrists

How long does OCD treatment take?

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.

What happens if OCD is not treated?

Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.

Are there medications for OCD?

Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine (under the brand name Luvox), fluoxetine (Prozac), and sertraline (Zoloft), among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.

Can OCD come back after treatment?

Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.