Anger Management Therapists in Cerritos, CA
Hello, I'm James Rubins, a licensed therapist in California with over 40 years of experience counseling individuals, adolescents, and families. I have wide experience in hospitals, community mental health clinics, and private practice office settings. I've helped people with anxiety, depression, anger management, and more, and have decades of experience supporting people in recovery from alcohol and or drug abuse. I was trained in psychodynamic therapy but now find short-term Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is more effective for client needs.
Hello, I'm James Rubins, a licensed therapist in California with over 40 years of experience counseling individuals, adolescents, and families. I have wide experience in hospitals, community mental health clinics, and private practice office settings. I've helped people with anxiety, depression, anger management, and more, and have decades of experience supporting people in recovery from alcohol and or drug abuse. I was trained in psychodynamic therapy but now find short-term Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is more effective for client needs.
Nichelle Harton
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
I address issues that hinder success in important areas of life including depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, poor communication skills, complex relationship/family problems, trauma, terminal illness, divorce, separation, etc.
Are you feeling that your life is unmanageable? Have your personal or professional relationships been affected? Your efforts to seek help symbolizes hope for improving your situation. You are not alone. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 15+years, I have specialized in treating many of the issues that hinder success in those important areas of life. My goal is to assist clients to improve their ability cope with challenges and help them develop skills to manage life beyond therapy.
I address issues that hinder success in important areas of life including depression, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, poor communication skills, complex relationship/family problems, trauma, terminal illness, divorce, separation, etc.
Are you feeling that your life is unmanageable? Have your personal or professional relationships been affected? Your efforts to seek help symbolizes hope for improving your situation. You are not alone. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 15+years, I have specialized in treating many of the issues that hinder success in those important areas of life. My goal is to assist clients to improve their ability cope with challenges and help them develop skills to manage life beyond therapy.
Emotional pain is overwhelming, anger, sadness ,fear, or abuse are paralyzing! Relationships with friends and family can be destroyed! Grief is painful! Through support and therapy individuals can deal with family/ employment problems.
Painful situations at home or work can limit your happiness in life, Through counseling (EAP) Programs or Individual or family counseling can help. As a therapist I assist children/family individuals regarding ADD ODD ADHD Phobic / Anxiety and Depression problems. Victims of Crime/ Domestic Violence PTSD Post-Partum Depression Inappropriate Behavior Patterns, self-destructive behavior(cutting) in children can be minimized with therapy. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy especially with children. I provide methods of stress management and conflict resolution, including depressed /anxious patients due to the physical limitations of surgery Counseling can help minimize feelings of hopelessness and isolation,
Emotional pain is overwhelming, anger, sadness ,fear, or abuse are paralyzing! Relationships with friends and family can be destroyed! Grief is painful! Through support and therapy individuals can deal with family/ employment problems.
Painful situations at home or work can limit your happiness in life, Through counseling (EAP) Programs or Individual or family counseling can help. As a therapist I assist children/family individuals regarding ADD ODD ADHD Phobic / Anxiety and Depression problems. Victims of Crime/ Domestic Violence PTSD Post-Partum Depression Inappropriate Behavior Patterns, self-destructive behavior(cutting) in children can be minimized with therapy. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy especially with children. I provide methods of stress management and conflict resolution, including depressed /anxious patients due to the physical limitations of surgery Counseling can help minimize feelings of hopelessness and isolation,
Diana Chavez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
My therapy practice is dedicated to working with people who are feeling stagnate within their lives and looking to break free of a negative mindset, unhealthy patterns of thinking, lack of boundaries, chronic feelings of low self-esteem or not knowing your worth associated with unhappy, unfulfilling relationships. For the past 15 years I have specialized in working with adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, anger management, life transitions, domestic violence, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, and relationship problems. I am a culturally sensitive therapist that specializes in an array of modalities.
My therapy practice is dedicated to working with people who are feeling stagnate within their lives and looking to break free of a negative mindset, unhealthy patterns of thinking, lack of boundaries, chronic feelings of low self-esteem or not knowing your worth associated with unhappy, unfulfilling relationships. For the past 15 years I have specialized in working with adults and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, anger management, life transitions, domestic violence, sexual abuse, childhood trauma, and relationship problems. I am a culturally sensitive therapist that specializes in an array of modalities.
Christine Cox
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90701
I understand that asking for help can be difficult. Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to meet everyone’s expectations, while not getting the support you need? Do you battle feelings of inadequacy, with your inner critic constantly reminding you of past mistakes? Have you been suppressing emotions, only to have them surface unexpectedly? You may feel unappreciated, underestimated, or unworthy. Taking the first step toward healing can be daunting, but I’m here to support and empower you as you release anger, manage stress, and rediscover your true essence.
I understand that asking for help can be difficult. Are you feeling overwhelmed by the pressure to meet everyone’s expectations, while not getting the support you need? Do you battle feelings of inadequacy, with your inner critic constantly reminding you of past mistakes? Have you been suppressing emotions, only to have them surface unexpectedly? You may feel unappreciated, underestimated, or unworthy. Taking the first step toward healing can be daunting, but I’m here to support and empower you as you release anger, manage stress, and rediscover your true essence.
Troubled by thoughts, emotions, relationships, career? Ready for change, progress, growth? It is my hope that my clients learn to notice and understand that therapy is a place for growth, change and healing during life's challenges. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy combining cognitive, behavioral and mindfulness strategies. My approach can help you find new ways of experiencing life in your daily routine/relationships and approaching life's challenges more productively. I help clients create practical solutions and new patterns to assist in achieving their goals, improving their relationships and balancing their lives.
Troubled by thoughts, emotions, relationships, career? Ready for change, progress, growth? It is my hope that my clients learn to notice and understand that therapy is a place for growth, change and healing during life's challenges. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy combining cognitive, behavioral and mindfulness strategies. My approach can help you find new ways of experiencing life in your daily routine/relationships and approaching life's challenges more productively. I help clients create practical solutions and new patterns to assist in achieving their goals, improving their relationships and balancing their lives.
Community Clinic for Counseling & Educational Serv
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703
The Clinic offers individual, couples and youth counseling Services. Services are provided to address any of the following concerns: self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship concerns, assertiveness etc.. Youth Counseling provides children with the skills to help them cope with problems that inhibit their learning, social interactions and emotional well-being. The child's counselor concentrates on areas such as emotional resiliency, assertiveness, self-esteem building, listening, communication, and motivation.
The Clinic offers individual, couples and youth counseling Services. Services are provided to address any of the following concerns: self-esteem, depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship concerns, assertiveness etc.. Youth Counseling provides children with the skills to help them cope with problems that inhibit their learning, social interactions and emotional well-being. The child's counselor concentrates on areas such as emotional resiliency, assertiveness, self-esteem building, listening, communication, and motivation.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care absolutely should be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and help build a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.
“Hope is being able to see that there is light despite all of the darkness." I believe that client care absolutely should be individualized (in collaboration with the individual), contain healthy coping skills, and help build a social support network that can help him/her/them progress towards a much happier future.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Associate Clinical Social Worker specializing in helping adults navigate the complexities of life including anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I believe in a client-centered approach to therapy, ensuring each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals. I provide a safe space to explore feelings, identify strengths, and create actionable plans for the future.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Associate Clinical Social Worker specializing in helping adults navigate the complexities of life including anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I believe in a client-centered approach to therapy, ensuring each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals. I provide a safe space to explore feelings, identify strengths, and create actionable plans for the future.
Soheila Ferdowsian
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Soheila. Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with life challenges, relationships, work and health? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have received my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University Long Beach. My specialties include dual diagnosis, Drugs and Alcohol, depression, Anxiety, stress management, family issues, addiction, and life management. I am fluent in English, and Farsi. I aim to help my clients in utilizing interventions from Cognitive-behavioral Model to explore & resolve core issues…
Hi there, I'm Soheila. Do you feel pulled in a million directions, unable to fit it all in? Are you struggling to keep up with life challenges, relationships, work and health? I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). I have received my Master’s Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University Long Beach. My specialties include dual diagnosis, Drugs and Alcohol, depression, Anxiety, stress management, family issues, addiction, and life management. I am fluent in English, and Farsi. I aim to help my clients in utilizing interventions from Cognitive-behavioral Model to explore & resolve core issues…
Are you looking for a safe, bias free space to find tools to enhance the quality of your relationships and life? Seeking guidance to maneuver through changes with your career, relationships or life in general? Want someone that will focus on your strengths to help you fortify your sense of self? I'd love to partner with you on your healing journey. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and we simply need someone to help us navigate the feelings that come up. Allow me an opportunity to provide you a unique therapeutic relationship that strengthens you.
Are you looking for a safe, bias free space to find tools to enhance the quality of your relationships and life? Seeking guidance to maneuver through changes with your career, relationships or life in general? Want someone that will focus on your strengths to help you fortify your sense of self? I'd love to partner with you on your healing journey. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball and we simply need someone to help us navigate the feelings that come up. Allow me an opportunity to provide you a unique therapeutic relationship that strengthens you.
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Life can feel uncertain and mixed emotions can make it difficult to know what to do. As your therapist, I want you to leave feeling heard, understood, accepted, and empowered. Sessions are centered around you and your experiences. Using a narrative approach, we work together to create a life narrative that highlights your strengths, history, and how you have worked to thrive. My role is to support you and walk alongside you through this time in life.
Life can feel uncertain and mixed emotions can make it difficult to know what to do. As your therapist, I want you to leave feeling heard, understood, accepted, and empowered. Sessions are centered around you and your experiences. Using a narrative approach, we work together to create a life narrative that highlights your strengths, history, and how you have worked to thrive. My role is to support you and walk alongside you through this time in life.
Melissa Alvarez
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, amft
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703
Life can throw different challenges at you at any time and struggle can show up in our lives in many ways. This can naturally create feelings of discouragement or discomfort that present in life through our thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. Sometimes it can be hard to open up about it, but as your therapist I want you to have a place to do just that. My role is to join you in your journey of overcoming those challenges and struggles and take steps toward your goals. I am currently registered in California as an associate MFT. I have years of experience working in school, remote and in-person settings.
Life can throw different challenges at you at any time and struggle can show up in our lives in many ways. This can naturally create feelings of discouragement or discomfort that present in life through our thoughts, behaviors, and feelings. Sometimes it can be hard to open up about it, but as your therapist I want you to have a place to do just that. My role is to join you in your journey of overcoming those challenges and struggles and take steps toward your goals. I am currently registered in California as an associate MFT. I have years of experience working in school, remote and in-person settings.
Mavi Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Cerritos, CA 90703
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I want to acknowledge your courage for taking this first step of prioritizing your mental health. I understand the fear and anxiety of beginning this journey of the unknown as I, too, have experienced the process. So whether this is a small or big step for you, I’m glad you’re here. You may have lived through life’s stressors by having to go on survival mode, causing you to cope in ways that don’t really benefit you in the long term. This can look like isolation, overstepping your boundaries, invalidation of self, or a self-written destructive narrative that fulfills cultural and societal expectations.
I want to acknowledge your courage for taking this first step of prioritizing your mental health. I understand the fear and anxiety of beginning this journey of the unknown as I, too, have experienced the process. So whether this is a small or big step for you, I’m glad you’re here. You may have lived through life’s stressors by having to go on survival mode, causing you to cope in ways that don’t really benefit you in the long term. This can look like isolation, overstepping your boundaries, invalidation of self, or a self-written destructive narrative that fulfills cultural and societal expectations.
Debra Burianek of So Cal Christian Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cerritos, CA 90703 (Online Only)
I know that there are times when life can be difficult. My deepest professional desire is to give you hope and to let you know that you are not alone. Give me a chance to help and together we can move through the difficult parts of life, so you can experience growth and healing. I have experienced many grief and losses throughout my life from marriage, divorce, raising children, empty nesting, grand-babies, and sadly walking through the Hospice process while losing both parents to cancer. I can utilize my pains, struggles and triumphs to encourage you that you CAN do this and there is hope when there feels like there is none.
I know that there are times when life can be difficult. My deepest professional desire is to give you hope and to let you know that you are not alone. Give me a chance to help and together we can move through the difficult parts of life, so you can experience growth and healing. I have experienced many grief and losses throughout my life from marriage, divorce, raising children, empty nesting, grand-babies, and sadly walking through the Hospice process while losing both parents to cancer. I can utilize my pains, struggles and triumphs to encourage you that you CAN do this and there is hope when there feels like there is none.
Reproductive Psychology: What is your reproductive story? Are you thinking about getting pregnant? Are you pregnant now? Have you recently given birth? Have you experienced reproductive trauma? All of these are stages in a process that is filled with a unique set of psychological and emotional challenges. In addition to my full clinical practice, I have helped many clients-and their partners-develop effective strategies for this challenging and winding path. Call or email and let's get started. Areas of focus: Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum depression, stress management, emotional regulation, partner/family issues.
Reproductive Psychology: What is your reproductive story? Are you thinking about getting pregnant? Are you pregnant now? Have you recently given birth? Have you experienced reproductive trauma? All of these are stages in a process that is filled with a unique set of psychological and emotional challenges. In addition to my full clinical practice, I have helped many clients-and their partners-develop effective strategies for this challenging and winding path. Call or email and let's get started. Areas of focus: Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, postpartum depression, stress management, emotional regulation, partner/family issues.
My Name is Rodolfo Zuniga. I am a bilingual and bicultural psychotherapist with more than 24 years of experience working with individuals exposed to severe trauma. I have extended training and certifications in Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities, Certified Domestic Facilitator- Victims/Perpetrators, and Certified in Children, Adolescents, and Family Psychoanalytic Programs. Certified Yoga Teacher. Mental Health Professional. Specialized Trainings: Ethical Issues in Child & Family Therapy, issues of acculturation, Sexual Abuse, Cultural Competency: Working with LGBTQ population, HIV/AIDS, Grief and Loss Issues.
My Name is Rodolfo Zuniga. I am a bilingual and bicultural psychotherapist with more than 24 years of experience working with individuals exposed to severe trauma. I have extended training and certifications in Evidence-Based Treatment Modalities, Certified Domestic Facilitator- Victims/Perpetrators, and Certified in Children, Adolescents, and Family Psychoanalytic Programs. Certified Yoga Teacher. Mental Health Professional. Specialized Trainings: Ethical Issues in Child & Family Therapy, issues of acculturation, Sexual Abuse, Cultural Competency: Working with LGBTQ population, HIV/AIDS, Grief and Loss Issues.
“Sometimes, life seems like a deep-dark hole, but really it’s a tunnel, and if we walk together, we’ll reach one end or the other.” Fr. G. Boyle, Homeboy Industries. We live in challenging times; it may help to talk with someone to try and make sense of it all. I’ve experienced the positive effects of having a trained professional in my corner. My hope is to pay that forward and support you in reconnecting to your genuine strengths. I believe each person has the key to their own wellness and success. So ask yourself, if life could be different tomorrow, what would it look like?
“Sometimes, life seems like a deep-dark hole, but really it’s a tunnel, and if we walk together, we’ll reach one end or the other.” Fr. G. Boyle, Homeboy Industries. We live in challenging times; it may help to talk with someone to try and make sense of it all. I’ve experienced the positive effects of having a trained professional in my corner. My hope is to pay that forward and support you in reconnecting to your genuine strengths. I believe each person has the key to their own wellness and success. So ask yourself, if life could be different tomorrow, what would it look like?
I am a bilingual (English and Mandarin) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT109456) as well as a certified Health Coach. I work with children and adults from diverse backgrounds and cultures in individual, couple, family, and group settings. My approach is providing a safe and nurturing environment through support, understanding, and guidance. I believe in empowering you so that you can overcome your struggles and have the ability to take on life lessons with strength.
I am a bilingual (English and Mandarin) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT109456) as well as a certified Health Coach. I work with children and adults from diverse backgrounds and cultures in individual, couple, family, and group settings. My approach is providing a safe and nurturing environment through support, understanding, and guidance. I believe in empowering you so that you can overcome your struggles and have the ability to take on life lessons with strength.
Hello, my name is Alejandra Suazo I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a firm believer that healing can be a beautiful process where you can learn so much about yourself. My work is client-centered and have plenty of experience working with individuals who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, and Self-Esteem. I enjoy working with young adults as well as transitional-aged groups. I have experience treating individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma as well as self-esteem.
Hello, my name is Alejandra Suazo I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a firm believer that healing can be a beautiful process where you can learn so much about yourself. My work is client-centered and have plenty of experience working with individuals who struggle with Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, and Self-Esteem. I enjoy working with young adults as well as transitional-aged groups. I have experience treating individuals with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma as well as self-esteem.
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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.