Photo of Edmund Munde, PMHNP, APRN, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Edmund Munde
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, APRN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Katy, TX 77450
Welcome to Psychiatric Holistic Care (PHC). We are accepting new patients with appointments available within a week. If you're overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, mood swings, psychosis, life changes, stressful events, or substance use, you're not alone. We provide guidance for healing and self-discovery through a holistic approach that addresses symptoms and underlying causes. We use evidence-based approach to treat our patients. At PHC, we treat conditions like depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, ADHD, autism, PTSD, substance use disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental disorders.
Welcome to Psychiatric Holistic Care (PHC). We are accepting new patients with appointments available within a week. If you're overwhelmed by depression, anxiety, mood swings, psychosis, life changes, stressful events, or substance use, you're not alone. We provide guidance for healing and self-discovery through a holistic approach that addresses symptoms and underlying causes. We use evidence-based approach to treat our patients. At PHC, we treat conditions like depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, bipolar disorder, insomnia, ADHD, autism, PTSD, substance use disorder, schizophrenia, and other mental disorders.
(832) 307-0167 View (832) 307-0167
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Accessible Psychiatry And Consultation Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77493  (Online Only)
Now accepting new patients!....Welcome to Accessible Psychiatry, a behavioral health clinic. Mental health issues can be a challenge and hence affect one's quality of life and that of the family as well. so if you or your family member is battling with these issues: Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD, addiction, Sleep disorders, eating disorders among others, then you are in the right place to get a long-term solution. For private pay, we have a sliding scale. visit our web htts: accessiblepsychiatry.org or call us today
Now accepting new patients!....Welcome to Accessible Psychiatry, a behavioral health clinic. Mental health issues can be a challenge and hence affect one's quality of life and that of the family as well. so if you or your family member is battling with these issues: Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, OCD, ADHD, addiction, Sleep disorders, eating disorders among others, then you are in the right place to get a long-term solution. For private pay, we have a sliding scale. visit our web htts: accessiblepsychiatry.org or call us today
(214) 833-7613 View (214) 833-7613
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Joshua Abraham Thomas
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Katy, TX 77493
Seeking mental health care can be an overwhelming experience but my approach is to break it down into simple steps. I meet my patients and families where they are, understand their concerns and collaborate with them to create a plan that we all can buy into. To create the best patient experience, I provide longer appointment times as well as my patients and families have my direct contact number so that we stay connected in between visits. I believe that quality time and collaborating with my patients and families leads to the best mental health care.
Seeking mental health care can be an overwhelming experience but my approach is to break it down into simple steps. I meet my patients and families where they are, understand their concerns and collaborate with them to create a plan that we all can buy into. To create the best patient experience, I provide longer appointment times as well as my patients and families have my direct contact number so that we stay connected in between visits. I believe that quality time and collaborating with my patients and families leads to the best mental health care.
(832) 500-8716 View (832) 500-8716
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Wolfgang Rosenfeldt
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77493
Struggling with depression or anxiety? I am here to help - I offer a deep psychological perspective. Brain-chemistry and mind-psychology: I treat both. I am a psychoanalyst as well as medication-prescribing psychiatrist. I treat the whole patient. Medication often gives quicker relief -however, with our hard work together in psychotherapy, we will have the best hope for healing - something I hope to give to you.
Struggling with depression or anxiety? I am here to help - I offer a deep psychological perspective. Brain-chemistry and mind-psychology: I treat both. I am a psychoanalyst as well as medication-prescribing psychiatrist. I treat the whole patient. Medication often gives quicker relief -however, with our hard work together in psychotherapy, we will have the best hope for healing - something I hope to give to you.
(469) 754-8124 View (469) 754-8124
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Dr. Riz @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77494
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
(737) 727-2617 View (737) 727-2617

More Psychiatrists Nearby

Photo of Karel Winner, APRN, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Karel Winner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, PMHNP
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Cypress, TX 77433  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Beyond medication management, I use a blend of therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (for anxiety and depression), Exposure Response Prevention (for OCD), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (for Trauma) and Solution-Focused Therapy (for immediate improvement and better outcomes).
My style is not about quick appointments and hurried prescriptions; instead, it’s about integrative, personalized care combining medication management with multiple therapies in a conversational manner. This approach allows you to comfortably dig deep, often without realizing how much progress you make with each session. It provides the added benefit of accessing my extensive medical knowledge developed over decades of patient care, reinforced by my unwavering commitment to understanding and nurturing every facet of your being. This transformative journey is not just enriching and empowering—it's a revelation of your potential.
Beyond medication management, I use a blend of therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (for anxiety and depression), Exposure Response Prevention (for OCD), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (for Trauma) and Solution-Focused Therapy (for immediate improvement and better outcomes).
My style is not about quick appointments and hurried prescriptions; instead, it’s about integrative, personalized care combining medication management with multiple therapies in a conversational manner. This approach allows you to comfortably dig deep, often without realizing how much progress you make with each session. It provides the added benefit of accessing my extensive medical knowledge developed over decades of patient care, reinforced by my unwavering commitment to understanding and nurturing every facet of your being. This transformative journey is not just enriching and empowering—it's a revelation of your potential.
(801) 701-2098 View (801) 701-2098
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Houston Mind Body Counseling
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PhD, RN, ANP, PMHCNS, CCH
Verified Verified
Cypress, TX 77433
I am an adult psychiatric clinical nurse specialist and nurse practitioner. My practice is located at HWY 290 and Hollister in Houston, Texas. I provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication, and psychotherapy. I treat individuals, couples, families, and groups. My Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program was completed through the William Alanson White Institute of Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis, and Psychology. Additionally, I have training in cognitive behavioral therapy, couple's counseling, family therapy, group therapy, and as a clinical hypnotherapist.
I am an adult psychiatric clinical nurse specialist and nurse practitioner. My practice is located at HWY 290 and Hollister in Houston, Texas. I provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, medication, and psychotherapy. I treat individuals, couples, families, and groups. My Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program was completed through the William Alanson White Institute of Psychiatry, Psychoanalysis, and Psychology. Additionally, I have training in cognitive behavioral therapy, couple's counseling, family therapy, group therapy, and as a clinical hypnotherapist.
(713) 234-6185 View (713) 234-6185
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Chatel Behavioral Healthcare LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, BBA, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77084
Same day Virtual Psychiatric Services offered from 6am-8pm 7 days a week (In DFW, Austin, Houston, San Antonio, El-Paso & all cities in Texas. Also offering virtual visits in NM & Idaho. Behavioral health services are provided in the comfort and privacy of your own home and medications are sent to the pharmacy of your choice via e-script. We are committed in providing individualized care to patients based on their specific needs. We help all patients make informed decisions regarding their care, providing psychiatric evaluations, managing psychiatric symptoms, formulating treatment plans, and ensuring prompt medication management.
Same day Virtual Psychiatric Services offered from 6am-8pm 7 days a week (In DFW, Austin, Houston, San Antonio, El-Paso & all cities in Texas. Also offering virtual visits in NM & Idaho. Behavioral health services are provided in the comfort and privacy of your own home and medications are sent to the pharmacy of your choice via e-script. We are committed in providing individualized care to patients based on their specific needs. We help all patients make informed decisions regarding their care, providing psychiatric evaluations, managing psychiatric symptoms, formulating treatment plans, and ensuring prompt medication management.
(972) 975-5012 View (972) 975-5012

Online Psychiatrists

Photo of Kirandeep Kaur, DO, Psychiatrist
Kirandeep Kaur
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77082
We all struggle through some of life's nuisances but sometimes it can feel very overwhelming that it becomes difficult to get by and live to our fullest potential. I strive to provide a warm compassionate environment for us to work together to reach your goals. I am a board certified psychiatrist and I specialize in various different areas including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, Panic disorder, Insomnia and postpartum depression and anxiety.
We all struggle through some of life's nuisances but sometimes it can feel very overwhelming that it becomes difficult to get by and live to our fullest potential. I strive to provide a warm compassionate environment for us to work together to reach your goals. I am a board certified psychiatrist and I specialize in various different areas including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, OCD, Panic disorder, Insomnia and postpartum depression and anxiety.
(346) 788-1383 View (346) 788-1383
Photo of Ike Uzowulu, PMHNP, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Ike Uzowulu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Stafford, TX 77477  (Online Only)
My practice specializes in treating patients who are struggling with depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, OCD and stress management.
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 12 years in psychiatric and behavioral health settings. I have verifiable experience in treating variety of psychiatric disorders. I tend to be practical and hands-on rather than presuming or committing to one treatment approach. My goal is to work with you to find what works best for you. I provide urgent & routine telehealth Psychiatric services that is interactive, urgent and seamless; such that fosters continuity of care while improving access to patient's in need.
My practice specializes in treating patients who are struggling with depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, OCD and stress management.
I am a board-certified family psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 12 years in psychiatric and behavioral health settings. I have verifiable experience in treating variety of psychiatric disorders. I tend to be practical and hands-on rather than presuming or committing to one treatment approach. My goal is to work with you to find what works best for you. I provide urgent & routine telehealth Psychiatric services that is interactive, urgent and seamless; such that fosters continuity of care while improving access to patient's in need.
(346) 512-3951 View (346) 512-3951
Photo of Jason Glenn Garvin, DO, Psychiatrist
Jason Glenn Garvin
Psychiatrist, DO
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77098
VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE! As a double board-certified psychiatrist who enjoys doing intensive therapy I offer BOTH medication management (if necessary) and psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. I focus on each person as an individual and not as a diagnosis. Confidentiality is of the utmost importance, is highly regarded and I personally return all calls. I utilize psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and supportive psychotherapy.
VIRTUAL APPOINTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE! As a double board-certified psychiatrist who enjoys doing intensive therapy I offer BOTH medication management (if necessary) and psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. I focus on each person as an individual and not as a diagnosis. Confidentiality is of the utmost importance, is highly regarded and I personally return all calls. I utilize psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and supportive psychotherapy.
(713) 338-9031 View (713) 338-9031
Photo of Dharmendra Kumar, MD, Psychiatrist
Dharmendra Kumar
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008
Do you suffer from chronic excessive anxieties or mood disorders, cognitive or mood problems after a stroke or brain trauma? Let's take the first step to ease your pain and suffering. Are you getting nowhere with your untreated or undiagnosed Attention deficit disorder? Let's take charge and improve your relationships, and succeed in your education or employment.
Do you suffer from chronic excessive anxieties or mood disorders, cognitive or mood problems after a stroke or brain trauma? Let's take the first step to ease your pain and suffering. Are you getting nowhere with your untreated or undiagnosed Attention deficit disorder? Let's take charge and improve your relationships, and succeed in your education or employment.
(281) 595-1599 View (281) 595-1599
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Dr Michael Millstone - Brain and Behavior, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77030  (Online Only)
I know your time is valuable. Initial consultative evaluation appointments are available for scheduling WITHIN 1-2 WEEKS, unless I am not accepting new patients at that time. I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist with Fellowships in Psychoanalysis and Mindfulness based treatments. I provide individualized treatment for those dealing with concerns about mood, anxiety, or struggles in one or more areas of life. While I offer short sessions of psychiatric care, my area of expertise is long sessions integrating treatments such as psychoanalysis talk therapy, exercise, mindfulness, and medications when indicated.
I know your time is valuable. Initial consultative evaluation appointments are available for scheduling WITHIN 1-2 WEEKS, unless I am not accepting new patients at that time. I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist with Fellowships in Psychoanalysis and Mindfulness based treatments. I provide individualized treatment for those dealing with concerns about mood, anxiety, or struggles in one or more areas of life. While I offer short sessions of psychiatric care, my area of expertise is long sessions integrating treatments such as psychoanalysis talk therapy, exercise, mindfulness, and medications when indicated.
(832) 990-0327 View (832) 990-0327
Photo of Ricardo Delcid, MD, MS, Psychiatrist
Ricardo Delcid
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77006
I manage a small private practice with a focus on individualized psychiatric care. I work to observe a practice style that is oriented around the principles of psychotherapy by engaging in education, insight generation, and thoughtful medical planning. In a mindful process we attend to an individual’s narrative with a respect to suffering but also the soul’s innate drive to heal from the wounding of life.
I manage a small private practice with a focus on individualized psychiatric care. I work to observe a practice style that is oriented around the principles of psychotherapy by engaging in education, insight generation, and thoughtful medical planning. In a mindful process we attend to an individual’s narrative with a respect to suffering but also the soul’s innate drive to heal from the wounding of life.
(832) 905-0519 View (832) 905-0519
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Dr. Riz @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Bryan, TX 77802
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
(915) 221-1656 View (915) 221-1656
Photo of undefined - Present Telepsychiatry, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Present Telepsychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77008  (Online Only)
Our goal is to understand our client’s chief complaints, accurately diagnose them, and formulate a treatment plan specifically to that client’s needs. Empathetic listening is the cornerstone of our interview process. We take time to get to know our clients without being judgmental. We specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD. We take a holistic evidence-based approach to improve a patient’s quality of life rather than trying to fix one problem.
Our goal is to understand our client’s chief complaints, accurately diagnose them, and formulate a treatment plan specifically to that client’s needs. Empathetic listening is the cornerstone of our interview process. We take time to get to know our clients without being judgmental. We specialize in Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD. We take a holistic evidence-based approach to improve a patient’s quality of life rather than trying to fix one problem.
(832) 743-2040 View (832) 743-2040
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Dr. Riz @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027  (Online Only)
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
(832) 558-7363 View (832) 558-7363
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Ikenna Anyabolu
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77489  (Online Only)
Ikenna has been in the healthcare field for over a decade and has a wealth of experience in helping adults and teenagers manage their mental health. Ikenna supervised a mental facility that housed over 140 patients. His mission is to foster mental well-being through a holistic approach that combines medication management and therapeutic interventions. He focuses on treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, sleep/insomnia, anger problems, behavioral issues and chronic mental illness.
Ikenna has been in the healthcare field for over a decade and has a wealth of experience in helping adults and teenagers manage their mental health. Ikenna supervised a mental facility that housed over 140 patients. His mission is to foster mental well-being through a holistic approach that combines medication management and therapeutic interventions. He focuses on treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, sleep/insomnia, anger problems, behavioral issues and chronic mental illness.
(832) 583-1760 View (832) 583-1760
Photo of Victor Bonoan, NP, PMHNP, BC, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Victor Bonoan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP, PMHNP, BC
Verified Verified
Kingwood, TX 77339
I have over 10 years' experience working in the Emergency Room and Psychiatric inpatient, outpatient, and substance use settings. I have worked for Memorial Hermann, Methodist, Harris Health, UHS, and HCA facilities. I have been an NP over 3 years now and offer full and comprehensive mental health care. I bring that vast knowledge and training into my treatment modalities. I feel that every person is an individual with their own story to tell and life to live. I find treating patients in that individual scope is the best approach to care and healing.
I have over 10 years' experience working in the Emergency Room and Psychiatric inpatient, outpatient, and substance use settings. I have worked for Memorial Hermann, Methodist, Harris Health, UHS, and HCA facilities. I have been an NP over 3 years now and offer full and comprehensive mental health care. I bring that vast knowledge and training into my treatment modalities. I feel that every person is an individual with their own story to tell and life to live. I find treating patients in that individual scope is the best approach to care and healing.
(281) 937-8421 View (281) 937-8421
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Dr. Perez @ Evolve Psychiatry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
The Woodlands, TX 77380  (Online Only)
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
Struggling with poor concentration, restless sleep, or irrational fears? Feeling hypersensitive or overwhelmed by a need for control? Tired of the relentless cycle of self-doubt, fatigue, and panic attacks? Which emotions stem from genetics and which are rooted in circumstances? How can you even begin to accurately express yourself? How much change is even possible? What if medications change you for the worse? These uncertainties can leave us in a never ending struggle that keeps us from achieving our true potential. If you’re finally ready to find out answers, then you need Evolve Psychiatry to navigate you out of this maze.
(346) 206-1377 View (346) 206-1377
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.