Anger Management Therapists in Tacoma, WA
Steven M Brown
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
His therapeutic counseling services are not limited to treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD/ADD, OCD, anger issues, personality disorders, or attachment issues.
Steven’s academic journey culminated in a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Adler University in Chicago, Illinois, which he earned in 2013 from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited program. His education was heavily influenced by the theories of Dr. Alfred Adler, a prominent psychoanalyst and psychotherapist known for his work in individual and community psychology. Steven immersed himself in Adlerian principles, which emphasize the interconnectedness of individuals within their interests and the importance of understanding the social context of mental health.
His therapeutic counseling services are not limited to treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD/ADD, OCD, anger issues, personality disorders, or attachment issues.
Steven’s academic journey culminated in a master’s degree in counseling psychology from Adler University in Chicago, Illinois, which he earned in 2013 from a Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) accredited program. His education was heavily influenced by the theories of Dr. Alfred Adler, a prominent psychoanalyst and psychotherapist known for his work in individual and community psychology. Steven immersed himself in Adlerian principles, which emphasize the interconnectedness of individuals within their interests and the importance of understanding the social context of mental health.
The Confidential Associates staff is highly experienced (over 60 years combined experience) and extensively trained. We stay current with the latest research/evidence-based treatments for such patient concerns as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Pre-Marriage Counseling, Communication Problems, Chemical Dependency, Anger, Stress, Self-Esteem, LGBT, Work Stress, Bereavement, Trauma, and Child/Adolescent Behavior Problems. To promote positive changes, we utilize a combination of interview, direction, and education to create a sense of trust and respect. This approach has been found to increase efficiency of the counseling process, which saves treatment time and costs.
The Confidential Associates staff is highly experienced (over 60 years combined experience) and extensively trained. We stay current with the latest research/evidence-based treatments for such patient concerns as: Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, Pre-Marriage Counseling, Communication Problems, Chemical Dependency, Anger, Stress, Self-Esteem, LGBT, Work Stress, Bereavement, Trauma, and Child/Adolescent Behavior Problems. To promote positive changes, we utilize a combination of interview, direction, and education to create a sense of trust and respect. This approach has been found to increase efficiency of the counseling process, which saves treatment time and costs.
I can help clients when they are at a difficult moment dealing with complex life transitions and experiencing grief, anxiety, stress, and anger. I prefer to help clients with existential methods that invoke depth orientated psychological approaches from Jung, Gestalt, and stoicism. Clients that are able to receive homework assignments for mindfulness and reflect on the challenges they are having will be the best equipped to look at introspection and navigate their mood disturbances with assistance in the therapeutic relationship.
I can help clients when they are at a difficult moment dealing with complex life transitions and experiencing grief, anxiety, stress, and anger. I prefer to help clients with existential methods that invoke depth orientated psychological approaches from Jung, Gestalt, and stoicism. Clients that are able to receive homework assignments for mindfulness and reflect on the challenges they are having will be the best equipped to look at introspection and navigate their mood disturbances with assistance in the therapeutic relationship.
Stephanie K Self-Bence
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, EMMHS, CMHS
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402
Children/Teen: Behavior Issues, Anger, Bullying, Emotional-Coping.
I am a solution-focused therapist with 10 years' experience working with Individuals, Couples, Children/Teens & Families. My initial objective is to stabilize whatever situation has led you to seek support. Once in a position of secure functioning, we will identify, understand, and resolve the underlying issues & barriers inhibiting your goals & objectives. I treat clients at all levels; from intensive, in-depth analysis to building parenting, family or relationship skills. My expertise includes all manner of clients, including Service Members and their Families (TBI, PTSD), Individuals, and all Couples. I have experience supporting children with disabilities (ADHD, Autism).
Children/Teen: Behavior Issues, Anger, Bullying, Emotional-Coping.
I am a solution-focused therapist with 10 years' experience working with Individuals, Couples, Children/Teens & Families. My initial objective is to stabilize whatever situation has led you to seek support. Once in a position of secure functioning, we will identify, understand, and resolve the underlying issues & barriers inhibiting your goals & objectives. I treat clients at all levels; from intensive, in-depth analysis to building parenting, family or relationship skills. My expertise includes all manner of clients, including Service Members and their Families (TBI, PTSD), Individuals, and all Couples. I have experience supporting children with disabilities (ADHD, Autism).
I don't know about you, but the last couple of years have been extremely challenging in all walks of life. I understand it takes courage to pursue a therapeutic relationship while navigating through life obstacles. I value my connection with my Clients and honored to be part of their personal journey. My Clinical background includes working with Veteran/Active Duty Service Members, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Depression, Self Love/Self Esteem, ADHD, Grief, Anger Management, Stress, Coping Skills, and Spirituality.
I don't know about you, but the last couple of years have been extremely challenging in all walks of life. I understand it takes courage to pursue a therapeutic relationship while navigating through life obstacles. I value my connection with my Clients and honored to be part of their personal journey. My Clinical background includes working with Veteran/Active Duty Service Members, Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Depression, Self Love/Self Esteem, ADHD, Grief, Anger Management, Stress, Coping Skills, and Spirituality.
Dr. Jamie Layton
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with people who are in intense emotional distress, including people who feel like their lives are almost unlivable. Many of my clients are navigating the worst moments of their lives or challenges that feel impossible. I help my clients find ways through to the other side. I often work with clients experiencing anxiety, uncontrollable anger, OCD, PTSD, chronic pain, health issues, personality disorders, self-harm, or suicidality. I also have expertise in LGBTQIA+ issues and religious trauma and deconstruction. I am skilled with men's issues, including men who may not view themselves as “therapy” people.
I specialize in working with people who are in intense emotional distress, including people who feel like their lives are almost unlivable. Many of my clients are navigating the worst moments of their lives or challenges that feel impossible. I help my clients find ways through to the other side. I often work with clients experiencing anxiety, uncontrollable anger, OCD, PTSD, chronic pain, health issues, personality disorders, self-harm, or suicidality. I also have expertise in LGBTQIA+ issues and religious trauma and deconstruction. I am skilled with men's issues, including men who may not view themselves as “therapy” people.
Inner Healing Therapeutic Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSWAIC, LMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work primarily with adults and provide individual therapy for a variety of needs, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger management, and co-occurring disorders.
Hi, my name is Heather Gorden, and I am a Licensed Associate Mental Health Counselor. I feel honored you have chosen to work with me as your therapist! I believe in respect, integrity, collaboration, and kindness. This is your journey, and I am here to listen, guide, and encourage you.
I work primarily with adults and provide individual therapy for a variety of needs, including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, anger management, and co-occurring disorders.
Hi, my name is Heather Gorden, and I am a Licensed Associate Mental Health Counselor. I feel honored you have chosen to work with me as your therapist! I believe in respect, integrity, collaboration, and kindness. This is your journey, and I am here to listen, guide, and encourage you.
DL, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98405 (Online Only)
I specialize in anxiety, stress, work place challenges, depression, anger, ADHD, trauma and addiction.
As a therapist, my ultimate goal is to empower you to make positive changes, develop healthy coping skills, challenge negative thought patterns and ultimately achieve long-lasting personal growth. I can help you navigate relationship conflicts, life transitions, career challenges, addiction, and life imbalances.
I specialize in anxiety, stress, work place challenges, depression, anger, ADHD, trauma and addiction.
As a therapist, my ultimate goal is to empower you to make positive changes, develop healthy coping skills, challenge negative thought patterns and ultimately achieve long-lasting personal growth. I can help you navigate relationship conflicts, life transitions, career challenges, addiction, and life imbalances.
Hi - I’m Dave. I’m passionate about helping others explore, discover and examine their lives. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you in customizing practical ways to feel empowered, resilient and capable of living life to its fullest. You may be experiencing depression, loneliness, anxiety, challenges with relationships, anger, pain, or grief. Perhaps you feel stagnant, unfulfilled or “stuck” in life. As a physical therapist for 20 years before becoming a counselor, I appreciate the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. I offer a unique, compassionate and integrative approach to one’s health and overall wellness.
Hi - I’m Dave. I’m passionate about helping others explore, discover and examine their lives. I welcome the opportunity to partner with you in customizing practical ways to feel empowered, resilient and capable of living life to its fullest. You may be experiencing depression, loneliness, anxiety, challenges with relationships, anger, pain, or grief. Perhaps you feel stagnant, unfulfilled or “stuck” in life. As a physical therapist for 20 years before becoming a counselor, I appreciate the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. I offer a unique, compassionate and integrative approach to one’s health and overall wellness.
Carrie Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98402 (Online Only)
I specialize in providing support for individuals dealing with adjustment issues, behavioral challenges, anger management, pre-marital concerns, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, panic, stress, self-esteem issues, and family issues.
Every individual is on a unique journey. Seeking help for your mental well-being is a sign of strength. As a devoted Licensed Associate Counselor, I am dedicated to supporting and empowering you in achieving your goals for a more fulfilling life. You can trust that I will provide a warm, understanding, and safe space to explore life's challenges with you. I am committed to equipping my clients with the tools and strategies to effectively navigate current and future obstacles.
I specialize in providing support for individuals dealing with adjustment issues, behavioral challenges, anger management, pre-marital concerns, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, panic, stress, self-esteem issues, and family issues.
Every individual is on a unique journey. Seeking help for your mental well-being is a sign of strength. As a devoted Licensed Associate Counselor, I am dedicated to supporting and empowering you in achieving your goals for a more fulfilling life. You can trust that I will provide a warm, understanding, and safe space to explore life's challenges with you. I am committed to equipping my clients with the tools and strategies to effectively navigate current and future obstacles.
lanae ayers
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EFT, Coach, Gottman
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
What are some other concerns that bring people to counseling?
Prioritize life's demands
Improve communication in your personal and professional relationships
Learn to set boundaries
Develop ways to move past anxiety and depression
Gain confidence
Manage anger
Forgive yourself and/or others in your life.
Nearly everyone finds themselves in need of help, support and professional guidance at some time in their lives. If this is such a moment for you, take the first step toward getting the help you need by visiting my website. The specific therapeutic approach depends upon issues to be resolved and the needs of each individual, couple or family. In every case, however, my focus is to acknowledge existing strengths, resources and past solutions. Together, we immediately begin to transform negative thoughts, emotions and behaviors to create change
What are some other concerns that bring people to counseling?
Prioritize life's demands
Improve communication in your personal and professional relationships
Learn to set boundaries
Develop ways to move past anxiety and depression
Gain confidence
Manage anger
Forgive yourself and/or others in your life.
Nearly everyone finds themselves in need of help, support and professional guidance at some time in their lives. If this is such a moment for you, take the first step toward getting the help you need by visiting my website. The specific therapeutic approach depends upon issues to be resolved and the needs of each individual, couple or family. In every case, however, my focus is to acknowledge existing strengths, resources and past solutions. Together, we immediately begin to transform negative thoughts, emotions and behaviors to create change
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, ACHt
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98438 (Online Only)
I am currently taking new Video clients from anywhere in Washington! I believe that good therapy is a journey that I accompany my clients on. I feel that each person is unique and the course of therapy is tailored to their needs and comfort level. My ideal client wants something different, better or more in their life and they are ready to work for it. I use both traditional therapeutic styles and hypnotherapy to help my clients find the change they are looking for. I am honored to work with my clients on depression, anxiety, stress, medical noncompliance, health issues, abuse, anger, trauma and other life issues.
I am currently taking new Video clients from anywhere in Washington! I believe that good therapy is a journey that I accompany my clients on. I feel that each person is unique and the course of therapy is tailored to their needs and comfort level. My ideal client wants something different, better or more in their life and they are ready to work for it. I use both traditional therapeutic styles and hypnotherapy to help my clients find the change they are looking for. I am honored to work with my clients on depression, anxiety, stress, medical noncompliance, health issues, abuse, anger, trauma and other life issues.
Whether you are an adult or youth struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, anger, or have found yourself in difficult situation and feel lost, you've come to the right place.
First, I believe it is my duty to be able to actively listen to my client, obtain a good understanding of where they are and where they want to go. Together, we will move you and/or your team or organization in the desired direction to reach your goals. As a young man growing up in North Chicago, I quickly learned that life is full of rewards and upsets, if I allowed it to happen. At 3 months old, I was abandoned by my mother, left inside of a garbage can in an alley waiting to die. However, life had other plans for me. A passerby heard my faint cries and pulled me from the garbage can. Later, I was adopted but went on to experience years of physical and emotional abuse by my adopted mother. At the age of 12, I ran away from home and was placed in foster care. I was adopted again, but I experienced more mental and physical abuse. I dropped out of the 9th grade and began running away again. At the age of 16, the authorities declared me an emancipated teenager. With a story like mine, you would probably think there was no hope for finding happiness or for finding quality of life. However, I have learned to use my negative experiences as a testimony to reach out and help others.
Whether you are an adult or youth struggling with feelings of sadness, anxiety, anger, or have found yourself in difficult situation and feel lost, you've come to the right place.
First, I believe it is my duty to be able to actively listen to my client, obtain a good understanding of where they are and where they want to go. Together, we will move you and/or your team or organization in the desired direction to reach your goals. As a young man growing up in North Chicago, I quickly learned that life is full of rewards and upsets, if I allowed it to happen. At 3 months old, I was abandoned by my mother, left inside of a garbage can in an alley waiting to die. However, life had other plans for me. A passerby heard my faint cries and pulled me from the garbage can. Later, I was adopted but went on to experience years of physical and emotional abuse by my adopted mother. At the age of 12, I ran away from home and was placed in foster care. I was adopted again, but I experienced more mental and physical abuse. I dropped out of the 9th grade and began running away again. At the age of 16, the authorities declared me an emancipated teenager. With a story like mine, you would probably think there was no hope for finding happiness or for finding quality of life. However, I have learned to use my negative experiences as a testimony to reach out and help others.
Emma Rotolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LIACSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98444 (Online Only)
I am here to help adult individuals and couples with parenting, codependency, and healing trauma and attachment. I am an associate social work license in the state of Washington. If you are looking for a therapist that specializes in parenting, post-partum depression and anxiety, pre-marital counseling, relationships, attachment issues, divorce, codependency, anger management, and related grief and loss feel free to reach out.
I am here to help adult individuals and couples with parenting, codependency, and healing trauma and attachment. I am an associate social work license in the state of Washington. If you are looking for a therapist that specializes in parenting, post-partum depression and anxiety, pre-marital counseling, relationships, attachment issues, divorce, codependency, anger management, and related grief and loss feel free to reach out.
I like working with adults, teenagers and their families with special experience in: anxiety, anger, feeling sad and hopeless, frustration, guilt, trauma, domestic violence.
As human being, I know that life situations could be difficult to manage by our own. However, past traumas, bad relationships (toxic/domestic abuse), stress, divorces, financial struggles, mental health disorders, depression, grieves...DON"T have to determine our life moving forward. IT IS POSSIBLE to recover from those big stones that we find in our life path! I love to work with my clients from a healing/recovery perspective and none judgmental attitude to help them get a better quality of life.
I like working with adults, teenagers and their families with special experience in: anxiety, anger, feeling sad and hopeless, frustration, guilt, trauma, domestic violence.
As human being, I know that life situations could be difficult to manage by our own. However, past traumas, bad relationships (toxic/domestic abuse), stress, divorces, financial struggles, mental health disorders, depression, grieves...DON"T have to determine our life moving forward. IT IS POSSIBLE to recover from those big stones that we find in our life path! I love to work with my clients from a healing/recovery perspective and none judgmental attitude to help them get a better quality of life.
Kevala Keller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LMHC, ACHt
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98402
Some of these children have anger or attachment issues.
There are a variety of therapeutic techniques I use to bring relief to current life issues, help resolve early life patterns and help clients create a new way of being in life and feeling they are now in control of themselves and their choices. There is a release in these techniques that normal "talk" therapy is not able to provide. This journey is about self discovery and self mastery. Those that wish to address a specific issue or symptom in their life can do so and those who want to embark on the larger path of personal transformation are also served by this work.
Some of these children have anger or attachment issues.
There are a variety of therapeutic techniques I use to bring relief to current life issues, help resolve early life patterns and help clients create a new way of being in life and feeling they are now in control of themselves and their choices. There is a release in these techniques that normal "talk" therapy is not able to provide. This journey is about self discovery and self mastery. Those that wish to address a specific issue or symptom in their life can do so and those who want to embark on the larger path of personal transformation are also served by this work.
Janice M Huston
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98403 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I work with teens and adults who are in search of relief from stress, anxiety, panic, anger, low-self-esteem, depression, and relationship issues such as codependency. In my practice, I recognize that being human is complex. Big and small traumas can hold someone back from taking care of themselves, seeing their potential, forming meaningful relationships, taking aligned risks, and living an authentic life. If you are interested in getting to the root of lifelong patterns and emotional triggers that are keeping you from living your best life, then I would love to join you on your healing journey.
I work with teens and adults who are in search of relief from stress, anxiety, panic, anger, low-self-esteem, depression, and relationship issues such as codependency. In my practice, I recognize that being human is complex. Big and small traumas can hold someone back from taking care of themselves, seeing their potential, forming meaningful relationships, taking aligned risks, and living an authentic life. If you are interested in getting to the root of lifelong patterns and emotional triggers that are keeping you from living your best life, then I would love to join you on your healing journey.
Do you feel like an outsider? Do you want to feel secure letting someone else help carry your worries? Are you ready for help with organizing the slurry of overwhelm, burnout, shame, trauma, bullying, stress overload, or anger? Many of us - myself included - aren't inherently good at knowing "how to human," and many of us weren't taught how to feel safe with our emotions - big or small. Let's work together to tackle the hard stuff in a validating and warm environment with no judgement.
Do you feel like an outsider? Do you want to feel secure letting someone else help carry your worries? Are you ready for help with organizing the slurry of overwhelm, burnout, shame, trauma, bullying, stress overload, or anger? Many of us - myself included - aren't inherently good at knowing "how to human," and many of us weren't taught how to feel safe with our emotions - big or small. Let's work together to tackle the hard stuff in a validating and warm environment with no judgement.
Whitney Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tacoma, WA 98401
Waitlist for new clients
I am specialized in: eating disorders, substance abuse, addiction, codependency, anger, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism, sensory processing disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, parent/child conflict, mood disorders, self-injury, self-harm, suicidal ideation. I have worked in inpatient, residential, or day treatment levels of care for almost 16 years with a variety of populations and have vast knowledge and expertise in being able to provide safety and support for those in need. You can expect to be pushed and challenged and find your way to healing and creating a pathway forward. You can also find me at whitneyericksoncounseling.com
I am specialized in: eating disorders, substance abuse, addiction, codependency, anger, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, autism, sensory processing disorder, depression, anxiety, trauma, parent/child conflict, mood disorders, self-injury, self-harm, suicidal ideation. I have worked in inpatient, residential, or day treatment levels of care for almost 16 years with a variety of populations and have vast knowledge and expertise in being able to provide safety and support for those in need. You can expect to be pushed and challenged and find your way to healing and creating a pathway forward. You can also find me at whitneyericksoncounseling.com
Alexandrea Orozco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Tacoma, WA 98407 (Online Only)
I am licensed therapist in Washington with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, trauma, and anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. You can find me on Headway.co/providers/alexandrea-orozco.
I am licensed therapist in Washington with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, trauma, and anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. You can find me on Headway.co/providers/alexandrea-orozco.
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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.