Anger Management Counselling in South London, London

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Alexander Ross
Psychotherapist, MBBS, BPC
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
You may be going through a crisis at the moment which is preventing you from being productive at work or is interfering with important relationships. This might leave you feeling worried and anxious or depressed with low mood and it might be hard to cope with feelings of anger, low self-esteem or shame as a result. It can be lonely struggling with mental distress and can sometimes be hard to see an end or a way out by yourself. Psychotherapy can help to stabilise things in the short term and manage those underlying issues that might be causing you stress, leading to a more positive outlook on life.
You may be going through a crisis at the moment which is preventing you from being productive at work or is interfering with important relationships. This might leave you feeling worried and anxious or depressed with low mood and it might be hard to cope with feelings of anger, low self-esteem or shame as a result. It can be lonely struggling with mental distress and can sometimes be hard to see an end or a way out by yourself. Psychotherapy can help to stabilise things in the short term and manage those underlying issues that might be causing you stress, leading to a more positive outlook on life.
020 4572 0823 View 020 4572 0823
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Fiona Hasani
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
Specialisations: Childhood Trauma, Self-Esteem and Identity, Addiction, Relationship Issues, Anger Management.
Welcome! I'm Fiona, a qualified and experienced therapist specialising in working with both adults and children. My goal is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges and find a path to well-being. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can safely explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I understand that everyone’s journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to support you in gaining clarity and achieving personal growth.
Specialisations: Childhood Trauma, Self-Esteem and Identity, Addiction, Relationship Issues, Anger Management.
Welcome! I'm Fiona, a qualified and experienced therapist specialising in working with both adults and children. My goal is to help individuals navigate life’s challenges and find a path to well-being. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can safely explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences at your own pace. I understand that everyone’s journey is unique, and I tailor my approach to meet your specific needs. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or simply feeling stuck, I'm here to support you in gaining clarity and achieving personal growth.
020 4572 0691 View 020 4572 0691
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Joanna Moore
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW6
Anxiety, depressive moods, anger, panic, relationship problems, low sense of self-worth, bereavement are just some of the reasons why you might feel ready to see a counsellor. As BACPM qualified and registered therapist I can offer you a confidential, safe and none judgemental space to help you gain self-awareness and clarity.
Anxiety, depressive moods, anger, panic, relationship problems, low sense of self-worth, bereavement are just some of the reasons why you might feel ready to see a counsellor. As BACPM qualified and registered therapist I can offer you a confidential, safe and none judgemental space to help you gain self-awareness and clarity.
020 3974 1637 View 020 3974 1637
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Frankie Johnson
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW17
Hi, welcome to my profile - let’s see if you think I can help. I believe that in order to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the sense of well-being you desire in life, developing a strong self-awareness is essential. I have an interest in helping you understand how your early relationships with parents, carers, family and peers can shape how you relate to the world around you at present. I have experience of helping those who have faced depression, anxiety, low self-worth; identity issues, drug addiction and anger problems understand how they can be connected to thoughts and feelings that developed in early life.
Hi, welcome to my profile - let’s see if you think I can help. I believe that in order to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the sense of well-being you desire in life, developing a strong self-awareness is essential. I have an interest in helping you understand how your early relationships with parents, carers, family and peers can shape how you relate to the world around you at present. I have experience of helping those who have faced depression, anxiety, low self-worth; identity issues, drug addiction and anger problems understand how they can be connected to thoughts and feelings that developed in early life.
07480 488237 View 07480 488237
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Darren Neal
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SE10  (Online Only)
Through my personal experiences, as well as professional, I am capable of exploring complex and emotionally troubling issues stemming from traumas such as grief, abuse, loneliness and disconnection, relationships, anxiety, depression and issues around being able to express anger.
Being understood and accepted, without judgement and with compassion, is the most important experience we can receive from another person. I have a extensive experience working with trauma(PTSD&CPTSD), bereavement, anxiety (fear), abuse, mental health issues, depression as well as general feelings of hopelessness and sadness and I will offer my experience and knowledge to help empower you to experience yourself, understand yourself and feel more confidant and emotionally connected. I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and I can be found on their website.
Through my personal experiences, as well as professional, I am capable of exploring complex and emotionally troubling issues stemming from traumas such as grief, abuse, loneliness and disconnection, relationships, anxiety, depression and issues around being able to express anger.
Being understood and accepted, without judgement and with compassion, is the most important experience we can receive from another person. I have a extensive experience working with trauma(PTSD&CPTSD), bereavement, anxiety (fear), abuse, mental health issues, depression as well as general feelings of hopelessness and sadness and I will offer my experience and knowledge to help empower you to experience yourself, understand yourself and feel more confidant and emotionally connected. I am a registered member of the BACP (British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy) and I can be found on their website.
020 3917 4037 View 020 3917 4037
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Valerie-Lee Howard
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW16
I have worked with clients who have experienced, childhood traumas; abuse; addiction; anger management; anxiety & stress; bereavement; separation & loss; survivors guilt; self-esteem & identity issues; depression; sexuality; teenage pregnancy & parenting; diversity; cultural & migration related issues; disability; relationship difficulties &; self-injury.
People often find counselling useful when they are struggling to make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and experiences they are encountering. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which an individual can explore their life in their own personal way, as a means of finding deeper understanding; balance and to strengthen their resolve. Whilst being a counsellor I have experience working within the Ministry Of Justice for 18+ years delivering Therapeutic Groups for both men and women who have entered the Criminal Justice System.
I have worked with clients who have experienced, childhood traumas; abuse; addiction; anger management; anxiety & stress; bereavement; separation & loss; survivors guilt; self-esteem & identity issues; depression; sexuality; teenage pregnancy & parenting; diversity; cultural & migration related issues; disability; relationship difficulties &; self-injury.
People often find counselling useful when they are struggling to make sense of difficult thoughts, feelings and experiences they are encountering. I offer a safe and non-judgmental space in which an individual can explore their life in their own personal way, as a means of finding deeper understanding; balance and to strengthen their resolve. Whilst being a counsellor I have experience working within the Ministry Of Justice for 18+ years delivering Therapeutic Groups for both men and women who have entered the Criminal Justice System.
01798 305083 View 01798 305083
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Dwayne Rowe Bsc Psych (Hons) Dip In Couns Mbacp
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW17
I will help you identify what triggers your anger.
Hello. I am Dwayne. Are you requiring support with any of the following: anger management, bereavement, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationships, panic attacks, stress, faith and spirituality? If your answer is "YES", I can help you to explore these difficult thoughts and feelings, and help you move from a place of confusion and feeling lost to a place of clarity and understanding. I can help you make sense of traumatic past experiences and help you to understand its impact on your present . It will be like putting together a jigsaw from all the jumbled up pieces.
I will help you identify what triggers your anger.
Hello. I am Dwayne. Are you requiring support with any of the following: anger management, bereavement, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationships, panic attacks, stress, faith and spirituality? If your answer is "YES", I can help you to explore these difficult thoughts and feelings, and help you move from a place of confusion and feeling lost to a place of clarity and understanding. I can help you make sense of traumatic past experiences and help you to understand its impact on your present . It will be like putting together a jigsaw from all the jumbled up pieces.
07944 584110 View 07944 584110
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Gurpreet Singh
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
I work with families, couples and individuals. Specialising in relationships, anger, self-esteem issues, addictions and emotional difficulties, I help you have a better relationship with others as well as yourself. I work with you to explore and understand your struggles, repeating patterns and find ways to change them or adapt them to make them helpful. Couples tend to argue in a cyclic nature without ever resolving their arguments. I work with couples to understand this cycle and how to exit it. Individuals can also get stuck in repeating patterns. Examining them, understanding them and working through them brings change.
I work with families, couples and individuals. Specialising in relationships, anger, self-esteem issues, addictions and emotional difficulties, I help you have a better relationship with others as well as yourself. I work with you to explore and understand your struggles, repeating patterns and find ways to change them or adapt them to make them helpful. Couples tend to argue in a cyclic nature without ever resolving their arguments. I work with couples to understand this cycle and how to exit it. Individuals can also get stuck in repeating patterns. Examining them, understanding them and working through them brings change.
020 3958 4385 View 020 3958 4385
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Giovanni del Vecchio, Psychoanalytic
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
I work with trauma, anxiety, addiction, anger, loss, depression, relationship difficulties, sexuality, PTSD, historic child sexual abuse, bi-Polarity and personality disorders.
I work at your pace. I facilitate the conditions for you to develop a better relationship with yourself and others. For you to be effectively in the world and to live and love. Our capacity for growth and our quality of life are spoilt when, for whatever reason, we are haunted by the past, we stop being present to ourselves or others, or we lose our footing in the world. The psychoanalytic relationship is about supporting fundamental change. I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, member of The Guild of Psychotherapists and fully accredited by UKCP. I abide by the Ethical Codes of Practice of The Guild and of UKCP.
I work with trauma, anxiety, addiction, anger, loss, depression, relationship difficulties, sexuality, PTSD, historic child sexual abuse, bi-Polarity and personality disorders.
I work at your pace. I facilitate the conditions for you to develop a better relationship with yourself and others. For you to be effectively in the world and to live and love. Our capacity for growth and our quality of life are spoilt when, for whatever reason, we are haunted by the past, we stop being present to ourselves or others, or we lose our footing in the world. The psychoanalytic relationship is about supporting fundamental change. I am a psychoanalytic psychotherapist, member of The Guild of Psychotherapists and fully accredited by UKCP. I abide by the Ethical Codes of Practice of The Guild and of UKCP.
020 3195 8646 View 020 3195 8646
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Lorna Francis
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW14
I'm an experienced therapist and work with trauma, depression, loss, anger and shame within the NHS, in prisons, a psychiatric hospital, council and charity for 14 years.
Life can feel as though everything is getting too much. Are you low, irritable or anxious? Or is there something you want to talk through? Then therapy may be for you. Being in a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental environment with an experienced trained professional, listening and providing support can help you start to lead a more fulfilling life. Building a trusting relationship with me can support you with trauma, anxiety or relationship issues. Through in-depth exploration we can enable you to understand yourself, yourself with others and gain new insights, awareness and choices.
I'm an experienced therapist and work with trauma, depression, loss, anger and shame within the NHS, in prisons, a psychiatric hospital, council and charity for 14 years.
Life can feel as though everything is getting too much. Are you low, irritable or anxious? Or is there something you want to talk through? Then therapy may be for you. Being in a confidential, empathic and non-judgemental environment with an experienced trained professional, listening and providing support can help you start to lead a more fulfilling life. Building a trusting relationship with me can support you with trauma, anxiety or relationship issues. Through in-depth exploration we can enable you to understand yourself, yourself with others and gain new insights, awareness and choices.
01748 902557 View 01748 902557
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Roland Pakkiri
Counsellor
Verified Verified
South London, London SW19
I help my clients work through tough times in their lives. Typically my clients come to me for a variety of challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, feelings of low mood or high stress. I help men and women predominantly work through anger issues, challenges around trauma, boundary setting and addiction as well.
I help my clients work through tough times in their lives. Typically my clients come to me for a variety of challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, feelings of low mood or high stress. I help men and women predominantly work through anger issues, challenges around trauma, boundary setting and addiction as well.
0118 230 2031 View 0118 230 2031
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Dr Joyline Gozho
Psychotherapist, PsychD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
Troubling thoughts, feelings, emotions, & repetitive behaviors can be safely explored & understood with the help of an experienced therapist. I work with individuals, couples and run groups. I help people who are experiencing a broad range of issues such as low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, loneliness, rejection, infidelity, dependency, stuckness, eating disorders, abusive relationships, & seeking meaning in life. I use the psychodynamic model & CBT when necessary. Apart from being a therapist, I am a Lecturer at Birkbeck Uni on the MSc in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy course. Please visit www.citysanctuarytherapy.com
Troubling thoughts, feelings, emotions, & repetitive behaviors can be safely explored & understood with the help of an experienced therapist. I work with individuals, couples and run groups. I help people who are experiencing a broad range of issues such as low mood, anxiety, low self esteem, anger, loneliness, rejection, infidelity, dependency, stuckness, eating disorders, abusive relationships, & seeking meaning in life. I use the psychodynamic model & CBT when necessary. Apart from being a therapist, I am a Lecturer at Birkbeck Uni on the MSc in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy course. Please visit www.citysanctuarytherapy.com
020 3962 1808 View 020 3962 1808
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Diyala Al-Souob
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
South London, London SW5  (Online Only)
We can’t get rid of anger, it is part of our humanity, but I can help you get to the root cause of your anger.
Do you get road rage? Do you swear when angry? Has anger damaged your relationship/s? Do you suffer angrily in silence? Is your anger causing you depression? Anger is a symptom and often has its deep roots in childhood experiences, especially in situations where there was a withdrawal of love or emotional neglect. The foundation of our emotional regulation and expression is often laid during our early childhood. We have emotional needs for affection, attention, and validation. When these needs go unmet, anger can become a coping mechanism.
We can’t get rid of anger, it is part of our humanity, but I can help you get to the root cause of your anger.
Do you get road rage? Do you swear when angry? Has anger damaged your relationship/s? Do you suffer angrily in silence? Is your anger causing you depression? Anger is a symptom and often has its deep roots in childhood experiences, especially in situations where there was a withdrawal of love or emotional neglect. The foundation of our emotional regulation and expression is often laid during our early childhood. We have emotional needs for affection, attention, and validation. When these needs go unmet, anger can become a coping mechanism.
020 8106 0746 View 020 8106 0746
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Anushka Taylor - Hope Counselling
Counsellor, ACC Reg
Verified Verified
South London, London SW16
My aim is to provide you with a listening ear and an opportunity to explore, in a confidential and safe space, whatever personal issues you want to bring. I will support you in the process of finding solutions and reaching your goals. Therapy can help you in how you relate to people, respond to circumstances and reflect on your feelings. Where you have been hurt it can help bring healing and enable you to be more resilient and hopeful for the future. I have worked with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, loss, trauma, anger issues, relationship difficulties and domestic abuse.
My aim is to provide you with a listening ear and an opportunity to explore, in a confidential and safe space, whatever personal issues you want to bring. I will support you in the process of finding solutions and reaching your goals. Therapy can help you in how you relate to people, respond to circumstances and reflect on your feelings. Where you have been hurt it can help bring healing and enable you to be more resilient and hopeful for the future. I have worked with clients who have experienced depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, loss, trauma, anger issues, relationship difficulties and domestic abuse.
020 3826 8968 View 020 3826 8968
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Selina Rainford
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW19  (Online Only)
As an Integrative Therapist, my primary role is to provide support to individuals who are seeking guidance in addressing their current needs. With 8 years of experience in training and working with diverse client groups, I have gained valuable understanding. In addition to acquiring professional therapeutic qualifications to enhance my practice, I am well versed in assisting a number of client presentations such as: Trauma • Sexual Abuse • Alcohol & Substance misuse • Depression • Anxiety • PTSD • Family & Relationship issues • Sexuality/LGBTQ support • Anger & Behavioural struggles, among other client presentations.
As an Integrative Therapist, my primary role is to provide support to individuals who are seeking guidance in addressing their current needs. With 8 years of experience in training and working with diverse client groups, I have gained valuable understanding. In addition to acquiring professional therapeutic qualifications to enhance my practice, I am well versed in assisting a number of client presentations such as: Trauma • Sexual Abuse • Alcohol & Substance misuse • Depression • Anxiety • PTSD • Family & Relationship issues • Sexuality/LGBTQ support • Anger & Behavioural struggles, among other client presentations.
020 4530 8326 View 020 4530 8326
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Heather Cowie
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW18  (Online Only)
My clients often tell me, that they feel exhausted because they have been carrying around a problem for a long time. If that sounds like you, then I'm here to tell you it's OK. Let me share the load, and help you put it down and unpack it. I can offer you a warm, friendly space to carefully explore what you're carrying. It might be you are struggling with a relationship, a loss, anxiety, anger, lack of confidence or sense of identity. Or maybe you're not even sure what it is. As both a teacher and counsellor, I have supported adults and young people with many of life's issues. You can bring anything to me no matter how big or small.
My clients often tell me, that they feel exhausted because they have been carrying around a problem for a long time. If that sounds like you, then I'm here to tell you it's OK. Let me share the load, and help you put it down and unpack it. I can offer you a warm, friendly space to carefully explore what you're carrying. It might be you are struggling with a relationship, a loss, anxiety, anger, lack of confidence or sense of identity. Or maybe you're not even sure what it is. As both a teacher and counsellor, I have supported adults and young people with many of life's issues. You can bring anything to me no matter how big or small.
01822 661372 View 01822 661372
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Paul Carter
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SE1
Would you like to wake up tomorrow feeling different from today? Are you facing a tough time, feeling stuck and struggling with confused and difficult emotions? I work as an Integrative Psychotherapist, drawing on various theories and approaches personally suited to your unique needs. The experience of being listened to non-judgementally, feeling heard and understood can bring deep relief from distress such as depression, loss, bereavement, anxiety, anger and relationship issues. Such greater self-awareness can set you on a new path with yourself and others.
Would you like to wake up tomorrow feeling different from today? Are you facing a tough time, feeling stuck and struggling with confused and difficult emotions? I work as an Integrative Psychotherapist, drawing on various theories and approaches personally suited to your unique needs. The experience of being listened to non-judgementally, feeling heard and understood can bring deep relief from distress such as depression, loss, bereavement, anxiety, anger and relationship issues. Such greater self-awareness can set you on a new path with yourself and others.
01253 835034 View 01253 835034
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Jeremy Taylor
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW4
Life is full of challenges. Everything from work, partners, relationships with family and friends or the lack of these things can bring anxiety, confusion, conflict and trigger feelings of fear, anger, jealousy, or low self-esteem. The sorts of feelings and emotions we often try to hide away and that end up affecting us and our relationships in unhealthy ways. I work as an integrative counsellor, which allows me to tailor my approach to each client focusing on the problem at hand and working with you to create a clear path towards your desired outcomes from therapy.
Life is full of challenges. Everything from work, partners, relationships with family and friends or the lack of these things can bring anxiety, confusion, conflict and trigger feelings of fear, anger, jealousy, or low self-esteem. The sorts of feelings and emotions we often try to hide away and that end up affecting us and our relationships in unhealthy ways. I work as an integrative counsellor, which allows me to tailor my approach to each client focusing on the problem at hand and working with you to create a clear path towards your desired outcomes from therapy.
020 3725 7825 View 020 3725 7825
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Sarah Sharp (SJP Therapy)
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW11
Hello, I'm Sarah. I am a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who can offer you a safe and confidential space within which we can explore the issues and difficulties you might be facing in your life, with empathy and without judgement. My specialisation is in helping with trauma, including recent or historic sexual abuse and/or other violence. We might explore low self-worth, loneliness, guilt, shame, anger, feelings of being misunderstood, humiliated or control issues and other possibly connected behaviours or feelings. I also provide help with anxiety and depression, dating and relationships and that powerful inner critic!
Hello, I'm Sarah. I am a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who can offer you a safe and confidential space within which we can explore the issues and difficulties you might be facing in your life, with empathy and without judgement. My specialisation is in helping with trauma, including recent or historic sexual abuse and/or other violence. We might explore low self-worth, loneliness, guilt, shame, anger, feelings of being misunderstood, humiliated or control issues and other possibly connected behaviours or feelings. I also provide help with anxiety and depression, dating and relationships and that powerful inner critic!
020 3823 6503 View 020 3823 6503
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Paul Barrett
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW3
Addictions Alcohol, Drugs, Sex and Gambling, Anger.
Paul Barrett Counselling & Psychotherapy in London Paul is an integrative psychotherapist based in Chelsea and Little Venice. He is a fully clinically accredited UKCP counsellor and psychotherapist. He is also a member of the BACP, CCPE and EMDR Europhe follows their codes of conducts and ethics. Choosing a therapist can be a daunting process and it’s essential that you feel comfortable enough to share memories and information that will help with the therapy process. Whatever your reasons for seeking help with an issue, it takes great courage. People are often fearful of ‘exposing’ their deepest selves. Pauls room is a safe place..
Addictions Alcohol, Drugs, Sex and Gambling, Anger.
Paul Barrett Counselling & Psychotherapy in London Paul is an integrative psychotherapist based in Chelsea and Little Venice. He is a fully clinically accredited UKCP counsellor and psychotherapist. He is also a member of the BACP, CCPE and EMDR Europhe follows their codes of conducts and ethics. Choosing a therapist can be a daunting process and it’s essential that you feel comfortable enough to share memories and information that will help with the therapy process. Whatever your reasons for seeking help with an issue, it takes great courage. People are often fearful of ‘exposing’ their deepest selves. Pauls room is a safe place..
020 8106 6916 View 020 8106 6916
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Anger Management Counsellors

How long does therapy take for anger management?

Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.

How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?

Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.

Is there medication for anger management?

Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.