Anger Management Therapists in Shreveport, LA
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Williams is trained in various evidence-based treatment modalities, including TF-CBT, CPT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, TBRI Practitioner, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Grief, Marriage and Family, Duluth DAIP, Play Therapy, and Anger Management.
Duane Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the Louisiana LPC Board and a Board Approved Supervisor of Provisional LPCs. He is also licensed in the states of Texas and Georgia, with the licensing board in each state. He has over 20 years of professional experience providing therapy in various settings, including office, home and community-based, and virtual. He empathizes with the emotional and developmental needs of individuals and families. Clients develop emotional regulation skills to cope with life stressors including anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, couple relationships, and child/family conflicts.
Williams is trained in various evidence-based treatment modalities, including TF-CBT, CPT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, TBRI Practitioner, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, Grief, Marriage and Family, Duluth DAIP, Play Therapy, and Anger Management.
Duane Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with the Louisiana LPC Board and a Board Approved Supervisor of Provisional LPCs. He is also licensed in the states of Texas and Georgia, with the licensing board in each state. He has over 20 years of professional experience providing therapy in various settings, including office, home and community-based, and virtual. He empathizes with the emotional and developmental needs of individuals and families. Clients develop emotional regulation skills to cope with life stressors including anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting, couple relationships, and child/family conflicts.
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Pleasant Counseling and Consulting Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, EMDR, SAP
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71103
I also provide court mandated anger management, shoplifting prevention, parenting skill groups and Substance and Alcohol Abuse Evaluations.
Are you ready to leave the old story behind and live the full embodied life you deserve? Therapy is a brave first step in healing. I am not an expert on how you should live. Rather, I seek to support you in living a life you want. As a result of working together, you'll learn to develop more satisfying relationships, navigate life transitions and clarify wants and desires. As a therapist, I am dedicated to creating a safe and calming space for people to explore their needs on a journey to healing and wellness. I have a relational style of therapy that looks to your goals, experiences and strengths in order to meet your unique needs
I also provide court mandated anger management, shoplifting prevention, parenting skill groups and Substance and Alcohol Abuse Evaluations.
Are you ready to leave the old story behind and live the full embodied life you deserve? Therapy is a brave first step in healing. I am not an expert on how you should live. Rather, I seek to support you in living a life you want. As a result of working together, you'll learn to develop more satisfying relationships, navigate life transitions and clarify wants and desires. As a therapist, I am dedicated to creating a safe and calming space for people to explore their needs on a journey to healing and wellness. I have a relational style of therapy that looks to your goals, experiences and strengths in order to meet your unique needs
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Ella Bradford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71105 (Online Only)
Ella Bradford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 33 years of experience. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, relationship issues, anger management, stress, and other life issues in adults and seniors. Ella utilizes client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavior therapy. Change is a part of the life cycle. Ella has confidence that she is able to support and assist you with motivation to improve your mental health and overall well-being.
Ella Bradford is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 33 years of experience. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, abuse, relationship issues, anger management, stress, and other life issues in adults and seniors. Ella utilizes client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and dialectical behavior therapy. Change is a part of the life cycle. Ella has confidence that she is able to support and assist you with motivation to improve your mental health and overall well-being.
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E. Mary Dittman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71115
I have experience working with clients with a variety of issues, such as family conflicts, anger, grief, depression, mood swings, and anxiety.
Create a joy-filled life. This is a goal worth pursuing, and one that everyone can achieve, even in the face of adversity. I want to assist you to live with courage and overcome your difficulties with the resilience within. I believe you have unique needs, experiences, and skills from which your can learn to realize your goals.
I have experience working with clients with a variety of issues, such as family conflicts, anger, grief, depression, mood swings, and anxiety.
Create a joy-filled life. This is a goal worth pursuing, and one that everyone can achieve, even in the face of adversity. I want to assist you to live with courage and overcome your difficulties with the resilience within. I believe you have unique needs, experiences, and skills from which your can learn to realize your goals.
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Sara Shurbet
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling disheartened, overwhelmed, or filled with anger? Are you burdened by the weight of past trauma? Do you feel trapped in its grip, unsure if anyone truly understands your pain? Take heart, for there is hope and healing available to you. I am here to offer compassionate support and guide you on a transformative journey towards overcoming the wounds of your past. I offer trauma-focused therapies such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), EMDR, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
Feeling disheartened, overwhelmed, or filled with anger? Are you burdened by the weight of past trauma? Do you feel trapped in its grip, unsure if anyone truly understands your pain? Take heart, for there is hope and healing available to you. I am here to offer compassionate support and guide you on a transformative journey towards overcoming the wounds of your past. I offer trauma-focused therapies such as Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), EMDR, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
I also work with adults in relationship issues, parenting, mood disorders, depression, borderline personality, schizophrenia, coping skills, anger management.
I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. You might find that you become anxious in relationships, making them difficult to navigate. Even a minor stressor can lead Lynn Holland, LPC to provide couple and individual psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. As a clinician, I treat Mood and Anxiety Disorders including Depression, Bipolar, Trauma, and PTSD, in addition to Women and Relationship issues, family dysfunction, parenting, anger management, Battered Women Syndrome, communication skills, relaxation techniques, and ADHD.
I also work with adults in relationship issues, parenting, mood disorders, depression, borderline personality, schizophrenia, coping skills, anger management.
I believe that one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. You might find that you become anxious in relationships, making them difficult to navigate. Even a minor stressor can lead Lynn Holland, LPC to provide couple and individual psychotherapy for adults, adolescents, and children. As a clinician, I treat Mood and Anxiety Disorders including Depression, Bipolar, Trauma, and PTSD, in addition to Women and Relationship issues, family dysfunction, parenting, anger management, Battered Women Syndrome, communication skills, relaxation techniques, and ADHD.
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Cammie Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71106
Over the past decade, I have served in various roles, including child protection specialist for the state and a licensed social worker within the education system. My expertise extends to navigating Bulletin 1508, 504 plans, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Specializing in supporting children, adolescents, and families, I address challenges such as learning disabilities, ADHD, anger outbursts, depression, relationship issues, academic concerns, and anxiety.
Over the past decade, I have served in various roles, including child protection specialist for the state and a licensed social worker within the education system. My expertise extends to navigating Bulletin 1508, 504 plans, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Specializing in supporting children, adolescents, and families, I address challenges such as learning disabilities, ADHD, anger outbursts, depression, relationship issues, academic concerns, and anxiety.
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JenBlue Counseling, Coaching & Consultations
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71104 (Online Only)
I traditionally use an eclectic approach in therapy to treat symptoms and/or disorders such as anger, anxiety, depression and trauma etc.
Life can be challenging at times. We have all been exposed to situations in life which had the opportunity to shift our perspective. Some of us are still recovering from those situations. For each of us those situations and the way we handle those situations maybe different.
I traditionally use an eclectic approach in therapy to treat symptoms and/or disorders such as anger, anxiety, depression and trauma etc.
Life can be challenging at times. We have all been exposed to situations in life which had the opportunity to shift our perspective. Some of us are still recovering from those situations. For each of us those situations and the way we handle those situations maybe different.
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Michael S Curry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71104
I am certified in Anger Management and help clients struggling with anger as well as anxiety, depression, and relational/marital conflict.
I am a nationally certified counselor passionate about helping couples, families, and individuals heal and develop skills to cultivate growth in body, mind, and spirit. It is my desire to identify and apply the best suited evidence-based therapeutic practices to help clients move beyond what they are dealing with, to realize their full potential and inner strength. It is my belief each therapeutic session represents steps in a journey both the client and I are on in an effort to obtain self-care and well-being. My ultimate goal in this journey is to assist clients to overcome by building hope, recovery, and resilience.
I am certified in Anger Management and help clients struggling with anger as well as anxiety, depression, and relational/marital conflict.
I am a nationally certified counselor passionate about helping couples, families, and individuals heal and develop skills to cultivate growth in body, mind, and spirit. It is my desire to identify and apply the best suited evidence-based therapeutic practices to help clients move beyond what they are dealing with, to realize their full potential and inner strength. It is my belief each therapeutic session represents steps in a journey both the client and I are on in an effort to obtain self-care and well-being. My ultimate goal in this journey is to assist clients to overcome by building hope, recovery, and resilience.
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Natalie Berlin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience in counseling individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, life stressors, communication challenges, anger management, and parenting.
I enjoy helping individuals and families learn how to help themselves. Each of my clients is unique, and therefore deserves a unique treatment plan, collaborating with his/her lifestyle and his/her willingness for growth and change.
I have extensive experience in counseling individuals and families struggling with anxiety, depression, life stressors, communication challenges, anger management, and parenting.
I enjoy helping individuals and families learn how to help themselves. Each of my clients is unique, and therefore deserves a unique treatment plan, collaborating with his/her lifestyle and his/her willingness for growth and change.
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Jacquelyn Kirby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71105
I work with adults, children, and adolescents with a variety of struggles including trauma, substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, grief, anger, behavioral problems, and chronic mental illness.
Sometimes people with the worst pasts end up creating the best futures. It is my goal as a therapist to help you reach that future. We all have struggles, failures, and regrets. The acknowledgement of having these battles is the greatest step forward. No matter what obstacles you bring to my office, you can expect to be met with non-judgement, compassion, professionalism, and authenticity. I believe that a solid and honest therapeutic relationship is the foundation for positive growth and change.
I work with adults, children, and adolescents with a variety of struggles including trauma, substance abuse issues, depression, anxiety, grief, anger, behavioral problems, and chronic mental illness.
Sometimes people with the worst pasts end up creating the best futures. It is my goal as a therapist to help you reach that future. We all have struggles, failures, and regrets. The acknowledgement of having these battles is the greatest step forward. No matter what obstacles you bring to my office, you can expect to be met with non-judgement, compassion, professionalism, and authenticity. I believe that a solid and honest therapeutic relationship is the foundation for positive growth and change.
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Jerry Franklin Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71101
Are you suffering with anxiety, depression, anger and/or stress? If so, I can help.
An ideal client would be one that is "sick-and-tired-of-being-sick-and-tired." Do you know what I mean? If being "sick-and-tired" begins to describe how you feel, I'm the therapist for you! If you need a great listener, someone who will help you organize and prioritize what's most important to you, then I'm your therapist. To be clear, I'm only interested in clients who are ready to make changes in their lives. For maximum benefit, you must be ready to make changes in order to receive the maximum benefit of the time and money you are investing in yourself. After all, who has time and money to waste? Said no one.
Are you suffering with anxiety, depression, anger and/or stress? If so, I can help.
An ideal client would be one that is "sick-and-tired-of-being-sick-and-tired." Do you know what I mean? If being "sick-and-tired" begins to describe how you feel, I'm the therapist for you! If you need a great listener, someone who will help you organize and prioritize what's most important to you, then I'm your therapist. To be clear, I'm only interested in clients who are ready to make changes in their lives. For maximum benefit, you must be ready to make changes in order to receive the maximum benefit of the time and money you are investing in yourself. After all, who has time and money to waste? Said no one.
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James Rowe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71107 (Online Only)
Have you been suffering with emotional trauma, anxiety, stress, anger, depression, or mood swings that have been negatively impacting your day-to-day ability to function, causing relationship or family conflicts? Are you tired of the struggle to get up every day with the feelings of anger, agitation, and irritability? Are you ready to make that first step commitment to your mental and emotional health and well-being? Whatever you are going through right now, you can find your way back to your best life with the right help and guidance.
Have you been suffering with emotional trauma, anxiety, stress, anger, depression, or mood swings that have been negatively impacting your day-to-day ability to function, causing relationship or family conflicts? Are you tired of the struggle to get up every day with the feelings of anger, agitation, and irritability? Are you ready to make that first step commitment to your mental and emotional health and well-being? Whatever you are going through right now, you can find your way back to your best life with the right help and guidance.
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Alana Hebert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Shreveport, LA 71104 (Online Only)
My passion is working with individuals/couples who struggle with relationship issues, anxiety, stress, anger, depression, self-esteem and other life stressors.
Now more than ever, I believe that emotional health is just as important as your physical health. For that reason, I have dedicated my career to helping others become the best version of themselves. I am a two-time graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where I graduated with a Master’s in Counseling Education. I have served as a School Counselor for over 7 years, serving students ranging from elementary through college.
My passion is working with individuals/couples who struggle with relationship issues, anxiety, stress, anger, depression, self-esteem and other life stressors.
Now more than ever, I believe that emotional health is just as important as your physical health. For that reason, I have dedicated my career to helping others become the best version of themselves. I am a two-time graduate of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, where I graduated with a Master’s in Counseling Education. I have served as a School Counselor for over 7 years, serving students ranging from elementary through college.
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Ruth Caldwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71105
With a background in counseling and specializations in CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and EMDR, I offer tailored therapy for anger management, anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Are you struggling with anxiety, trauma, or low self-esteem? Do you feel trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions, often stemming from past experiences or current stressors? Perhaps you are dealing with anger management issues or navigating the complexities of a narcissistic relationship. If you recognize the need for change and are ready to embark on a journey of healing and growth, we can explore and address these issues together. Let’s equip you with the tools to manage your emotions and build a more fulfilling life.
With a background in counseling and specializations in CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and EMDR, I offer tailored therapy for anger management, anxiety, depression, trauma, narcissistic relationship issues, and self-esteem.
Are you struggling with anxiety, trauma, or low self-esteem? Do you feel trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions, often stemming from past experiences or current stressors? Perhaps you are dealing with anger management issues or navigating the complexities of a narcissistic relationship. If you recognize the need for change and are ready to embark on a journey of healing and growth, we can explore and address these issues together. Let’s equip you with the tools to manage your emotions and build a more fulfilling life.
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Cammie Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71103
Over the past decade, I have served in various roles, including child protection specialist for the state and a licensed social worker within the education system. My expertise extends to navigating Bulletin 1508, 504 plans, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Specializing in supporting children, adolescents, and families, I address challenges such as learning disabilities, ADHD, anger outbursts, depression, relationship issues, academic concerns, and anxiety.
Over the past decade, I have served in various roles, including child protection specialist for the state and a licensed social worker within the education system. My expertise extends to navigating Bulletin 1508, 504 plans, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Specializing in supporting children, adolescents, and families, I address challenges such as learning disabilities, ADHD, anger outbursts, depression, relationship issues, academic concerns, and anxiety.
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Morago Counseling Services
Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101
Sometimes in life we run into times that are hard to navigate alone; entering a new phase in life, getting through a break-up or trouble in a relationship, communicating with one another, anger, life transitions, parenting issues and/or blended families. Possibly you, your child or you both have ADHD? I can help with tools for focus and tips for making your day start and go more smoothly, to include that troublesome homework time. Experiencing parenting issues, anxiety and/or depression, I can help you and/or your family work things out and get to a better place.
Sometimes in life we run into times that are hard to navigate alone; entering a new phase in life, getting through a break-up or trouble in a relationship, communicating with one another, anger, life transitions, parenting issues and/or blended families. Possibly you, your child or you both have ADHD? I can help with tools for focus and tips for making your day start and go more smoothly, to include that troublesome homework time. Experiencing parenting issues, anxiety and/or depression, I can help you and/or your family work things out and get to a better place.
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Katie Guinn
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shreveport, LA 71101 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Katie. I am a servant, wife, mother, and helper. I believe that people are inherently good, and that people can change. I’m a trained systemic thinker, and I aim to help people be better versions of themselves. I specialize in family issues, trauma, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, depression, parenting issues, life transitions, self-esteem, and anger management. I hold a Ph.D in MFT from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, and I am a LPC. I am also an LPC-S and an adjunct professor at National University in the MFT program. I have a passion for encouraging and training the next generation of helpers.
Hi, I’m Katie. I am a servant, wife, mother, and helper. I believe that people are inherently good, and that people can change. I’m a trained systemic thinker, and I aim to help people be better versions of themselves. I specialize in family issues, trauma, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, depression, parenting issues, life transitions, self-esteem, and anger management. I hold a Ph.D in MFT from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, and I am a LPC. I am also an LPC-S and an adjunct professor at National University in the MFT program. I have a passion for encouraging and training the next generation of helpers.
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If you're feeling depressed, struggling with life and relationships, grief, anger, loss or addiction consider Life Restore Counseling.
Reaching out for help takes courage and is likely one of the hardest steps on the path to healing. Maybe you've been praying that a relationship will improve, or you'll get a better job, the anxiety/depression you're feeling will go away, or the addiction you're battling will subside. Prayer does change things and gives us hope, but seeking the help of a trained professional can accelerate positive change, re-frame negative thoughts, and help restore balance in life. Learning new ways to cope, tapping into the power of mindfulness, and changing perspectives can ease depression and end isolation.
If you're feeling depressed, struggling with life and relationships, grief, anger, loss or addiction consider Life Restore Counseling.
Reaching out for help takes courage and is likely one of the hardest steps on the path to healing. Maybe you've been praying that a relationship will improve, or you'll get a better job, the anxiety/depression you're feeling will go away, or the addiction you're battling will subside. Prayer does change things and gives us hope, but seeking the help of a trained professional can accelerate positive change, re-frame negative thoughts, and help restore balance in life. Learning new ways to cope, tapping into the power of mindfulness, and changing perspectives can ease depression and end isolation.
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Patricia Carr is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years of therapy experience. She often works with adults and adolescents who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, troubling relationship patterns, grief, and major life changes.
Patricia Carr is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 12 years of therapy experience. She often works with adults and adolescents who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, troubling relationship patterns, grief, and major life changes.
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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.