Anger Management Therapists in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA

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Schneider Counseling and Corporate Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Check out Frazzlebrain, my Psychology Today blog, and my self-help book, Frazzlebrain: Break Free From Anxiety, Anger, and Stress Using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology, from Central Recovery Press.
If you struggle with life, career, and/or relationships right now, I can help you identify ways of thinking and behaving that will help you feel stronger and more effective. We have the potential at any age to deepen, grow, change and re-invent ourselves. My job is to provide guidance, empathy, and unwavering support in an atmosphere of complete confidentiality. We work together to define and achieve your goals by creating specific assignments to motivate you to action. You will learn proven techniques, research, and inspiration to help you feel happier and accomplish your goals.
Check out Frazzlebrain, my Psychology Today blog, and my self-help book, Frazzlebrain: Break Free From Anxiety, Anger, and Stress Using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology, from Central Recovery Press.
If you struggle with life, career, and/or relationships right now, I can help you identify ways of thinking and behaving that will help you feel stronger and more effective. We have the potential at any age to deepen, grow, change and re-invent ourselves. My job is to provide guidance, empathy, and unwavering support in an atmosphere of complete confidentiality. We work together to define and achieve your goals by creating specific assignments to motivate you to action. You will learn proven techniques, research, and inspiration to help you feel happier and accomplish your goals.
(858) 943-4859 View (858) 943-4859
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Lifeskills Counseling
LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
Do you have anxiety or even panic daily? Are your compulsions becoming difficult to manage? Is your anger out of control? Is your sadness too much to bear? Cost is not always measured in dollars and cents, it is spent emotions or wasted energy or lost time; maybe it is time for help!
(619) 373-1099 View (619) 373-1099
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Dr. Jacqueline Noonan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109  (Online Only)
Hello! My ideal client is someone who is ready to make changes in their life and know that therapy takes work. My goal is to teach you ways of managing life's struggles and how to apply them outside of our sessions. I specialize in working with adults who want help improving their relationships, managing conflict, teaching skills to change negative thoughts, learning how to speak up for yourself, establishing healthy boundaries, anger, grief and loss, and trauma.
Hello! My ideal client is someone who is ready to make changes in their life and know that therapy takes work. My goal is to teach you ways of managing life's struggles and how to apply them outside of our sessions. I specialize in working with adults who want help improving their relationships, managing conflict, teaching skills to change negative thoughts, learning how to speak up for yourself, establishing healthy boundaries, anger, grief and loss, and trauma.
(619) 363-5350 View (619) 363-5350
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Joyce B Lilya
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Have you been thinking about seeing a therapist but are uncomfortable about where to begin? Have you been feeling hopeless about your situation but don't know how to change it? I can help you heal from past experiences and add new skills for coping with the stressful events you are currently facing. My clients include teens through adults, individuals, couples, and families all facing stress due to multiple changes, losses, substance issues, relationships, jobs, and school. I believe having an opportunity to gain a new perspective will allow you to feel more hopeful about your future.
Have you been thinking about seeing a therapist but are uncomfortable about where to begin? Have you been feeling hopeless about your situation but don't know how to change it? I can help you heal from past experiences and add new skills for coping with the stressful events you are currently facing. My clients include teens through adults, individuals, couples, and families all facing stress due to multiple changes, losses, substance issues, relationships, jobs, and school. I believe having an opportunity to gain a new perspective will allow you to feel more hopeful about your future.
(858) 314-9559 View (858) 314-9559
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Desiree Brittain
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Therapy offers a safe space away from the responsibilities of your daily life, where you can process, recalibrate, and practice new skills. One of my specialties is assisting people in difficult life transitions such as divorce, career change, death of a loved one, or a phase of life transition to name a few. Together, I can help you find some acceptance of the new condition, grieve losses, and find some hope for the new. With couples & families, my goal is to create space for us to slow down, understand the negative cycle you might be stuck in and build in ways of communicating where everyone can feel heard.
Therapy offers a safe space away from the responsibilities of your daily life, where you can process, recalibrate, and practice new skills. One of my specialties is assisting people in difficult life transitions such as divorce, career change, death of a loved one, or a phase of life transition to name a few. Together, I can help you find some acceptance of the new condition, grieve losses, and find some hope for the new. With couples & families, my goal is to create space for us to slow down, understand the negative cycle you might be stuck in and build in ways of communicating where everyone can feel heard.
(619) 304-6093 View (619) 304-6093
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Justina Yung
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109  (Online Only)
Life is a journey. Along this ride, it may feel like you are stuck in uncertain and dark places longer than you'd like to be. If you're looking for a tune up to help you feel limitless, to regain your stride, I'm here to embark on this healing chapter with you. Whether that be burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship stressors, there can be many unexpected barriers along the way.
Life is a journey. Along this ride, it may feel like you are stuck in uncertain and dark places longer than you'd like to be. If you're looking for a tune up to help you feel limitless, to regain your stride, I'm here to embark on this healing chapter with you. Whether that be burnout, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship stressors, there can be many unexpected barriers along the way.
(619) 639-9892 View (619) 639-9892
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Tom Stone Carlson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
As a narrative therapist, I believe that you are much more than your problems and will work with you to identify and claim your own unique talents, virtues and hopes for living and responding ot the difficulties of life. I believe that therapy can offer clients much more than a band aid for their problems but that it can help transform their lives and relationships in meaningful ways. I believe that therapy does not need to be a long-term process and consider myself an active partner in helping you create the changes you are looking for.
As a narrative therapist, I believe that you are much more than your problems and will work with you to identify and claim your own unique talents, virtues and hopes for living and responding ot the difficulties of life. I believe that therapy can offer clients much more than a band aid for their problems but that it can help transform their lives and relationships in meaningful ways. I believe that therapy does not need to be a long-term process and consider myself an active partner in helping you create the changes you are looking for.
(619) 432-3663 View (619) 432-3663
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Lauren Spinelli - Good Talk Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First of all, kudos to you for having the strength and courage to ask for help. I'd consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 11 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
Are you feeling like life is getting a bit heavy? Maybe you're dealing with overwhelming emotions, stress, anxiety or just feeling alone in it all. Challenges will inevitably arise throughout life. Some can be handled effectively on our own and some require additional support. That's where I come in! First of all, kudos to you for having the strength and courage to ask for help. I'd consider it a privilege to support you in whatever you're going through. For over 11 years, I've devoted my life to listening to people share their fears and frustrations, while equipping them with the tools to live more fulfilling and joyful lives.
(619) 361-7865 View (619) 361-7865
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Trevor Olson
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
The philosophy is people + relationship = the good life. One's relationship to others and oneself is the basis of my work. Healing from the past, knowing the freedom of a better life, and becoming able to give and receive love are the transformative results of doing good work. Our work is successful when you become more of the person you are supposed to be: a whole person in life-giving relationship. My specialty is within the overlapping layers of say anxiety, depression, an unfolding course of work, and a better than expected day. Being a generalist, by specialty, my experience is in taking you as I find you.
The philosophy is people + relationship = the good life. One's relationship to others and oneself is the basis of my work. Healing from the past, knowing the freedom of a better life, and becoming able to give and receive love are the transformative results of doing good work. Our work is successful when you become more of the person you are supposed to be: a whole person in life-giving relationship. My specialty is within the overlapping layers of say anxiety, depression, an unfolding course of work, and a better than expected day. Being a generalist, by specialty, my experience is in taking you as I find you.
(858) 914-1603 View (858) 914-1603
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Jennifer Dayoan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109  (Online Only)
Saying affirmations regularly helps our brain create positive responses to different circumstances. Here is one of my favorites: "Sometimes you have to let go of the picture of what you thought life would be like & learn to find the joy in the story you are actually living" (Rachel Marie Martin). Welcome to insight, awareness & self discovery! I have worked in behavioral & medical health care for over 20 years, working in depth with mental health, substance, end of life, crisis management, bereavement, the homeless.
Saying affirmations regularly helps our brain create positive responses to different circumstances. Here is one of my favorites: "Sometimes you have to let go of the picture of what you thought life would be like & learn to find the joy in the story you are actually living" (Rachel Marie Martin). Welcome to insight, awareness & self discovery! I have worked in behavioral & medical health care for over 20 years, working in depth with mental health, substance, end of life, crisis management, bereavement, the homeless.
(949) 676-8236 View (949) 676-8236
Alexandra Pestereanu- Gere
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
I am particularly zealous about social injustice issues and working with the marginalized population. I am passionate about working with and helping people who are facing: depression, anxiety, traumatic events, racism, relationship conflicts, childhood problems, self-esteem issues, communication problems, and acculturation. I am concerned with the impact of anxiety and depression and improving intervention to support daily functioning and living with anxiety and depression for better emotional, physical, and relationship health.
I am particularly zealous about social injustice issues and working with the marginalized population. I am passionate about working with and helping people who are facing: depression, anxiety, traumatic events, racism, relationship conflicts, childhood problems, self-esteem issues, communication problems, and acculturation. I am concerned with the impact of anxiety and depression and improving intervention to support daily functioning and living with anxiety and depression for better emotional, physical, and relationship health.
(760) 280-5240 View (760) 280-5240
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Shawn Dee Hartless
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, LEP
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
I specialize in assessment of Learning Disabilities including Reading (Dyslexia), Writing (Dysgraphia), Math (Dyscalculia), and Oral Expression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD,) Autism or Asperger's, Pervasive Developemental Disorder, and Gifted students. I develop learning profiles in order to highlight which instructional methods are most and least effective with the child. I also, determine if there is a need for accommodations on SAT, ACT, AP and graduate school exams.
I specialize in assessment of Learning Disabilities including Reading (Dyslexia), Writing (Dysgraphia), Math (Dyscalculia), and Oral Expression, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD,) Autism or Asperger's, Pervasive Developemental Disorder, and Gifted students. I develop learning profiles in order to highlight which instructional methods are most and least effective with the child. I also, determine if there is a need for accommodations on SAT, ACT, AP and graduate school exams.
(858) 914-4674 View (858) 914-4674
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Brian Conlon
PCC, PMP
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Who you are: Between the ages of 25 and 45. Life is "good" ~ not great. You have a sense that things should be a certain way, but they aren't. There is a gap. The gap may be clear ~ it may not. What is clear is that what has worked up until this point won't get you to where you want to be. You are ready for a change.
Who you are: Between the ages of 25 and 45. Life is "good" ~ not great. You have a sense that things should be a certain way, but they aren't. There is a gap. The gap may be clear ~ it may not. What is clear is that what has worked up until this point won't get you to where you want to be. You are ready for a change.
(805) 430-3864 View (805) 430-3864
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Christopher Kincheloe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I work under the firm belief that trust is the most important factor in a client-therapist relationship. This occupation is so much more than just an job in for me...it is my passion. I look forward to meeting you!
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I work under the firm belief that trust is the most important factor in a client-therapist relationship. This occupation is so much more than just an job in for me...it is my passion. I look forward to meeting you!
(619) 486-5547 View (619) 486-5547
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David Martin Hendrick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
I specialize in working with high functioning professionals seeking personal and professional growth and development. Issues of expertise include professional athletes, leadership development, grief, chronic stress, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, parenting, perfectionism, men's intimacy issues, patterns of addiction, professional burnout and integrating one's spirituality in day to day life. I work from a developmental, depth perspective customized to an individual's unique challenges and goals. I enjoy helping high achieving adults fulfill their personal, professional and relationship potential while creatively addressing areas of challenge.
I specialize in working with high functioning professionals seeking personal and professional growth and development. Issues of expertise include professional athletes, leadership development, grief, chronic stress, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, parenting, perfectionism, men's intimacy issues, patterns of addiction, professional burnout and integrating one's spirituality in day to day life. I work from a developmental, depth perspective customized to an individual's unique challenges and goals. I enjoy helping high achieving adults fulfill their personal, professional and relationship potential while creatively addressing areas of challenge.
(858) 413-9107 x2 View (858) 413-9107 x2
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Lori Linn Pele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Do you feel alone, sad, disconnected? Do you just need someone to talk to? You may feel like friends or family don't understand, or maybe you're afraid to tell anyone that your life isn't as "perfect" as it seems. You don't have to feel so alone. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and are yearning to feel grounded, there is hope. I offer a supportive environment where clients feel safe, trusted & understood. We can work together to come to new understandings about your feelings, relationships, & behavior patterns.
Do you feel alone, sad, disconnected? Do you just need someone to talk to? You may feel like friends or family don't understand, or maybe you're afraid to tell anyone that your life isn't as "perfect" as it seems. You don't have to feel so alone. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and are yearning to feel grounded, there is hope. I offer a supportive environment where clients feel safe, trusted & understood. We can work together to come to new understandings about your feelings, relationships, & behavior patterns.
(619) 379-8482 View (619) 379-8482
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Latisha Hill: Blueprint Counseling Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PPSC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109  (Online Only)
After many years working in the public sector, Latisha identified the need to promote and encourage strength-based dialogue surrounding mental health care at the state, county, community and individual levels. Latisha believes that with guidance and a strong support system, individuals can accomplish their goals. She created Blueprint Counseling Solutions with the belief that people aren’t aware of their true potential until they learn to navigate through resources and use their inner strength to tap into hidden talents.
After many years working in the public sector, Latisha identified the need to promote and encourage strength-based dialogue surrounding mental health care at the state, county, community and individual levels. Latisha believes that with guidance and a strong support system, individuals can accomplish their goals. She created Blueprint Counseling Solutions with the belief that people aren’t aware of their true potential until they learn to navigate through resources and use their inner strength to tap into hidden talents.
(619) 844-1345 View (619) 844-1345
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Alessandra De Oliveira Szekir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109  (Online Only)
Hello and Seja bem-vindo! I grew up in Brazil and moved to California to pursue my career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I truly believe that due to life challenges, stressful jobs, career and busy lifestyle, it's very easy to dismiss our inner voice. That is the voice that wants to be heard, tell us about our emotions and hurdles. Allowing your inner voice to be heard will empower you to embrace the beautiful journey of self discovery.
Hello and Seja bem-vindo! I grew up in Brazil and moved to California to pursue my career as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I truly believe that due to life challenges, stressful jobs, career and busy lifestyle, it's very easy to dismiss our inner voice. That is the voice that wants to be heard, tell us about our emotions and hurdles. Allowing your inner voice to be heard will empower you to embrace the beautiful journey of self discovery.
(619) 359-6563 View (619) 359-6563
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Mindful Matters Counseling, Marni Goldberg
Counselor, EdS, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Are you ready to finally feel in control of your life? I know how hard it can be to take the first step in finding a therapist who is a good fit for you, but you deserve happiness! Anxiety and stress can get in the way of having a happy and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with thoughts, feelings, or relationships, we can work together to look at what has been bothering you and figure out how to make changes that can benefit all aspects of your life. Receiving nonjudgemental support and some new skills may be the answer! Special focus on Highly Sensitive People.
Are you ready to finally feel in control of your life? I know how hard it can be to take the first step in finding a therapist who is a good fit for you, but you deserve happiness! Anxiety and stress can get in the way of having a happy and fulfilling life. If you or your teen/young adult are struggling with thoughts, feelings, or relationships, we can work together to look at what has been bothering you and figure out how to make changes that can benefit all aspects of your life. Receiving nonjudgemental support and some new skills may be the answer! Special focus on Highly Sensitive People.
(858) 367-3967 View (858) 367-3967
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Carson Jaffrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA 92109
Are you or someone you love feeling lost, overwhelmed, sad, or alone? Are the waves of life crashing around you? If you or your loved ones are drowning in the suffering caused by heartache, grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, or trauma, look no further. You are not alone and there is hope! Desperation and suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm. As life came into balance and my spirit began to heal, guiding others out of the storm into peaceful waters became my mission.
Are you or someone you love feeling lost, overwhelmed, sad, or alone? Are the waves of life crashing around you? If you or your loved ones are drowning in the suffering caused by heartache, grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, or trauma, look no further. You are not alone and there is hope! Desperation and suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm. As life came into balance and my spirit began to heal, guiding others out of the storm into peaceful waters became my mission.
(858) 500-1830 View (858) 500-1830
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Anger Management Therapists

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.