Anger Management Therapists in Fort Walton Beach, FL
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Shirley Higgins MA, LADC, LMFT, LLC.
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC, LMFT, MCAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Many ears of experience counseling, providing help for clients referred/mandated by legal system, substance abuse agencies, doctors, psychiatrist, and/or other legal entities, individuals, relapse prevention, anger management, co-occurring disorders, women's issues, addiction and mental health issues.
I am now Licensed in both Connecticut and Florida, current office location in CT, with telehealth in both CT and FL. Accepting Tricare and VA Community Network. I am now accepting Medicare Part B, and most commercial insurances. Every person has a journey in life and when consumed with stress, anxiety or any other problems, We can take that journey together and figure out the best way for you to go. Sometimes it helps to talk privately to someone you can trust. We will find the way that works best for you, quietly, privately and calmly. We will find the inner strength that each person has and expand and emphasize your strengths.
Many ears of experience counseling, providing help for clients referred/mandated by legal system, substance abuse agencies, doctors, psychiatrist, and/or other legal entities, individuals, relapse prevention, anger management, co-occurring disorders, women's issues, addiction and mental health issues.
I am now Licensed in both Connecticut and Florida, current office location in CT, with telehealth in both CT and FL. Accepting Tricare and VA Community Network. I am now accepting Medicare Part B, and most commercial insurances. Every person has a journey in life and when consumed with stress, anxiety or any other problems, We can take that journey together and figure out the best way for you to go. Sometimes it helps to talk privately to someone you can trust. We will find the way that works best for you, quietly, privately and calmly. We will find the inner strength that each person has and expand and emphasize your strengths.
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Some of my specialties include: relationship counseling, premarital counseling, conflict resolution, PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, OCD, parenting, mood disorders, LGBTQ, sexual addiction, sexual dysfunction, polyamory, fetishes, kink, substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual trauma, stress management and anger management.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Sex Therapist, and Clinical Supervisor who provides individual and couples therapy. I am certified in kink, fetishes, and polyamory. I am also certified in Transgender Care.
Some of my specialties include: relationship counseling, premarital counseling, conflict resolution, PTSD, depression, anxiety disorders, ADHD, OCD, parenting, mood disorders, LGBTQ, sexual addiction, sexual dysfunction, polyamory, fetishes, kink, substance abuse, domestic violence, sexual trauma, stress management and anger management.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Board Certified Sex Therapist, and Clinical Supervisor who provides individual and couples therapy. I am certified in kink, fetishes, and polyamory. I am also certified in Transgender Care.
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Life can be very challenging and we all have ways of coping with these challenges. Some ways of coping are healthy; others, not so much. When life overwhelms us, whether in marriage, family, job, or military career, our coping skills may no longer help us manage and we may look for quick fixes like alcohol or substances. If alcohol or substance use has taken over your life, or if anger and out-of-control emotions are ruling you, you have come to the right place.
Life can be very challenging and we all have ways of coping with these challenges. Some ways of coping are healthy; others, not so much. When life overwhelms us, whether in marriage, family, job, or military career, our coping skills may no longer help us manage and we may look for quick fixes like alcohol or substances. If alcohol or substance use has taken over your life, or if anger and out-of-control emotions are ruling you, you have come to the right place.
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Ray Sizemore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
I focus on two areas - relationships and trauma/PTSD - with couples, individuals, and families. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. Trauma/PTSD is often an underlying cause of relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
I focus on two areas - relationships and trauma/PTSD - with couples, individuals, and families. Couples often struggle with a lack of emotional and physical intimacy, they've lost respect & trust for each other, have little companionship, poor communication, argue about finances, sex, children, etc. Trauma/PTSD is often an underlying cause of relationship problems. Many struggle with mental health and substance use as a result. They feel stressed, damaged, alone, numb, can't sleep/concentrate, have racing thoughts, mood swings, anger. They 've tried meds, therapy, substance rehab with little success and feel stuck. Is this you?
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Eric Hedean Lamb, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW, DAPA, CTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
ADHD, Depression, Anger Management, Stress Management, Anxiety, and Effective Communication are common issues he deals with.
Eric H. Lamb, LCSW, provides caring, quality, and highly ethical counseling services for children, adolescents and adults. Eric has worked with these age groups, in a variety of settings, for almost 24 years. Eric is known for having a love for children and families, and a caring, empathic approach, while pointing out and discussing issues that may need to be addressed by an individual, or within a relationship. Eric works with clients from a client centered approach, always putting the clients needs at the forefront of counseling goals. For objective, informed, caring counsel, please call to set up an appointment.
ADHD, Depression, Anger Management, Stress Management, Anxiety, and Effective Communication are common issues he deals with.
Eric H. Lamb, LCSW, provides caring, quality, and highly ethical counseling services for children, adolescents and adults. Eric has worked with these age groups, in a variety of settings, for almost 24 years. Eric is known for having a love for children and families, and a caring, empathic approach, while pointing out and discussing issues that may need to be addressed by an individual, or within a relationship. Eric works with clients from a client centered approach, always putting the clients needs at the forefront of counseling goals. For objective, informed, caring counsel, please call to set up an appointment.
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Kimberly Yon-Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
My areas of experience include Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, grief/loss, traumatic brain injury, and substance abuse.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Brain Injury Specialist. I provide mental health and substance abuse treatment for individuals. I have a special interest in treating military members and Veterans. I am the spouse of a retired military member and grew up in an Air Force Family. This provides me with a unique understanding of the military culture and issues facing the military population. I also enjoy working with the geriatric population to help individuals cope with the changes that come later in life.
My areas of experience include Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, grief/loss, traumatic brain injury, and substance abuse.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Brain Injury Specialist. I provide mental health and substance abuse treatment for individuals. I have a special interest in treating military members and Veterans. I am the spouse of a retired military member and grew up in an Air Force Family. This provides me with a unique understanding of the military culture and issues facing the military population. I also enjoy working with the geriatric population to help individuals cope with the changes that come later in life.
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Victoria Elise Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. That knowledge is what led me to become a therapist ... how effective and life-changing therapy can be. I start where you, the client, is and we make a treatment plan together to reach the goals you would like to achieve. We will develop a working hypothesis that may change over time as new information is obtained. Many mental health issues begin with an event and the mental health issue, be it anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, unrelated phobia, facial tic, chronic pain, avoidant behavior, dysfunctional relationship pattern, stress and/or insomnia is the resulting symptom.
Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. That knowledge is what led me to become a therapist ... how effective and life-changing therapy can be. I start where you, the client, is and we make a treatment plan together to reach the goals you would like to achieve. We will develop a working hypothesis that may change over time as new information is obtained. Many mental health issues begin with an event and the mental health issue, be it anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, unrelated phobia, facial tic, chronic pain, avoidant behavior, dysfunctional relationship pattern, stress and/or insomnia is the resulting symptom.
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Cindy H Myers
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My areas of expertise include: anxiety and depression, stress and anger management, family/relationship issues, grief and loss, and personal growth and empowerment.
I have been a Mental Health Counselor in Florida since 2011. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of West Florida in 2000 and a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy State University in 2006. I have been working in the mental health profession for 23 years. My journey began in a local mental health agency working with individuals and families with severe and persistent mental illness as well as substance abuse and addiction issues. I have had the opportunity to assist many clients during their difficult transition along life's journey. I provide empathy, understanding, and resolution.
My areas of expertise include: anxiety and depression, stress and anger management, family/relationship issues, grief and loss, and personal growth and empowerment.
I have been a Mental Health Counselor in Florida since 2011. I earned a Bachelor's degree in Psychology from the University of West Florida in 2000 and a Master's degree in Counseling and Psychology from Troy State University in 2006. I have been working in the mental health profession for 23 years. My journey began in a local mental health agency working with individuals and families with severe and persistent mental illness as well as substance abuse and addiction issues. I have had the opportunity to assist many clients during their difficult transition along life's journey. I provide empathy, understanding, and resolution.
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I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve their personal goals. With a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I focus on empowering individuals to recognize and change their thought patterns and behaviors to improve their overall well-being. I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including those dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, stress, self-worth and relationship issues, and has experience working with the military, veteran, law-enforcement and first responders community.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve their personal goals. With a specialization in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I focus on empowering individuals to recognize and change their thought patterns and behaviors to improve their overall well-being. I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients, including those dealing with anxiety, depression, anger, stress, self-worth and relationship issues, and has experience working with the military, veteran, law-enforcement and first responders community.
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Kim Marie Losquadro
Counselor, MS, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
Congratulations on taking the first step to make positive changes in your life and your relationships. Whether you or your relationship is in crisis, or if you seek change, there is hope. I am committed to helping individuals and couples improve their lives and their most valued relationships. I am passionate about helping individuals overcome personal challenges and tailor my counseling approach to match the needs of my clients thereby empowering you to create the life you have always dreamed of. My work with couples utilizes the Gottman Method Couples Therapy which can enhance your relationships in just 3 sessions.
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I have experience working with clients from all walks of life. I have experience working with children and their families, teenagers, young adults, and adults of any age. My philosophy involves helping you get started with improving your life in a collaborative and supportive environment that involves us deciding the best path forward. My goal is to help you to rebuild your sense of self, and prevent your emotions from controlling your life. Life can throw a lot at us, and I would love to help restore your confidence in handling any problem that comes your way. I am also passionate about cultural inclusion and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
I have experience working with clients from all walks of life. I have experience working with children and their families, teenagers, young adults, and adults of any age. My philosophy involves helping you get started with improving your life in a collaborative and supportive environment that involves us deciding the best path forward. My goal is to help you to rebuild your sense of self, and prevent your emotions from controlling your life. Life can throw a lot at us, and I would love to help restore your confidence in handling any problem that comes your way. I am also passionate about cultural inclusion and LGBTQ+ affirming care.
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With the right tools and support I believe you can overcome just about any challenge and create the life you've always wanted. My approach uses traditional therapeutic methods enhanced with a variety of music, art and animal assisted techniques in a private, relaxing environment. Most importantly, I treat all clients with the utmost respect and care they deserve. I offer after hours and weekend appointments and new clients are always welcome.
With the right tools and support I believe you can overcome just about any challenge and create the life you've always wanted. My approach uses traditional therapeutic methods enhanced with a variety of music, art and animal assisted techniques in a private, relaxing environment. Most importantly, I treat all clients with the utmost respect and care they deserve. I offer after hours and weekend appointments and new clients are always welcome.
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Shareen Ancog
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
If you need help, I am here for you. Regardless of your mental health situation, I am committed to supporting you. I offer assistance with grief, PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation, bipolar disorder, body image issues, PNES, and various other concerns. My approach is transparent, and I tailor my methods to suit each unique situation. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself through a variety of therapeutic processes, including CBT, DBT, self-havening, audio therapy, hypnotherapy, VNS activation, autogenics, EMDR, and IFS.
If you need help, I am here for you. Regardless of your mental health situation, I am committed to supporting you. I offer assistance with grief, PTSD, anxiety, depression, dissociation, bipolar disorder, body image issues, PNES, and various other concerns. My approach is transparent, and I tailor my methods to suit each unique situation. My goal is to help you become the best version of yourself through a variety of therapeutic processes, including CBT, DBT, self-havening, audio therapy, hypnotherapy, VNS activation, autogenics, EMDR, and IFS.
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Welcome, I am passionate about your potential to see change. I have noticed often people accept a harmful pattern, negative emotion or unrealized potential as a permanent part of their lives. I believe change is not only possible, but attainable. If one puts in the effort you can gain insight, recognize patterns, and start on your journey towards change. Your goal may be feeling more balanced or it could be for your child to display improved focus or self esteem. Let us partner together to make pivotal transitions in your life.
Welcome, I am passionate about your potential to see change. I have noticed often people accept a harmful pattern, negative emotion or unrealized potential as a permanent part of their lives. I believe change is not only possible, but attainable. If one puts in the effort you can gain insight, recognize patterns, and start on your journey towards change. Your goal may be feeling more balanced or it could be for your child to display improved focus or self esteem. Let us partner together to make pivotal transitions in your life.
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Raina Burlak
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, CCTP, CTMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 (Online Only)
I can help you use your strengths to meet your goals. Let's engage in a you-focused, judgement free, empathetic, skillful and goal directed conversation. Let's work through the dark emotions together. With support it can once again feel safe to rekindle hope and reprocess the felt memories that stick. We will focus on your goals and view you as capable with strengths. Hope and healing is possible.
I can help you use your strengths to meet your goals. Let's engage in a you-focused, judgement free, empathetic, skillful and goal directed conversation. Let's work through the dark emotions together. With support it can once again feel safe to rekindle hope and reprocess the felt memories that stick. We will focus on your goals and view you as capable with strengths. Hope and healing is possible.
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Hillary has her master’s degree in Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Troy University. She is passionate about helping others and has experience working with adults, children, and couples. Originally from Colorado, she has lived and worked in a variety of places including New York, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. She has a background in music and enjoys theater and opera. Approaching each client with compassion and empathy, she is dedicated to assisting others to become the best versions of themselves.
Hillary has her master’s degree in Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Troy University. She is passionate about helping others and has experience working with adults, children, and couples. Originally from Colorado, she has lived and worked in a variety of places including New York, Oklahoma, and New Mexico. She has a background in music and enjoys theater and opera. Approaching each client with compassion and empathy, she is dedicated to assisting others to become the best versions of themselves.
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Danielle Rominger
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 (Online Only)
Danielle is a board licensed mental health therapist in Florida and North Carolina. Danielle specializes in treating those struggling with emotional distress like anxiety, depression, and grief. Her client's typically struggle with anxieties related to health, loss, and socializing with others. Many experience feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness that can be paralyzing and interfere with day to day life. She thrives at helping people who have a history of relationship difficulties, including feelings of disconnection, miscommunication, and all types of abuse. Her expertise can help guide you to a content, fulfilling life.
Danielle is a board licensed mental health therapist in Florida and North Carolina. Danielle specializes in treating those struggling with emotional distress like anxiety, depression, and grief. Her client's typically struggle with anxieties related to health, loss, and socializing with others. Many experience feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness that can be paralyzing and interfere with day to day life. She thrives at helping people who have a history of relationship difficulties, including feelings of disconnection, miscommunication, and all types of abuse. Her expertise can help guide you to a content, fulfilling life.
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The ideal client is an individual who desires help. I am not going to work harder than anyone to better themselves. You have to be willing to do the work with me. This work is hard. It is not fun to talk about things that you have struggled with and I deeply understand this. The reason I got into counseling is that I was forced to go to counseling as a child and refused to engage. It was not until I was a teenager and made the decision to ask for help, that it made a difference. Your desire and passion to want to make a difference in your life matters. I can help you on your path.
The ideal client is an individual who desires help. I am not going to work harder than anyone to better themselves. You have to be willing to do the work with me. This work is hard. It is not fun to talk about things that you have struggled with and I deeply understand this. The reason I got into counseling is that I was forced to go to counseling as a child and refused to engage. It was not until I was a teenager and made the decision to ask for help, that it made a difference. Your desire and passion to want to make a difference in your life matters. I can help you on your path.
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Alina Griffith
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, CCTP, ASDCS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
I create a trusting space and build rapport so that you can have a place to process challenges, which also creates growth. Creating a safe space for my clients also means creating a space of compassion, empathy, understanding, and non-judgment. I value the transformative nature of a strong therapeutic relationship. Sometimes, there are disruptions in life that affect not only the present but the future as well. These disruptions can impact how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we perceive the world in a negative way. I draw from the modalities of CBT, DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and SandTray Therapy.
I create a trusting space and build rapport so that you can have a place to process challenges, which also creates growth. Creating a safe space for my clients also means creating a space of compassion, empathy, understanding, and non-judgment. I value the transformative nature of a strong therapeutic relationship. Sometimes, there are disruptions in life that affect not only the present but the future as well. These disruptions can impact how we see ourselves, how we see others, and how we perceive the world in a negative way. I draw from the modalities of CBT, DBT, Person-Centered Therapy, and SandTray Therapy.
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Feeling sad, depressed, overwhelmed or anxious? Afraid your marriage won’t last, or your child’s grades are dropping? Life experiences trigger a cascade of painful emotions, limiting beliefs, and destructive thoughts and patterns of behavior that can seem impossible to resolve. Together we'll use methods to understand and remove obstacles and limiting beliefs that prevent you from living.
Feeling sad, depressed, overwhelmed or anxious? Afraid your marriage won’t last, or your child’s grades are dropping? Life experiences trigger a cascade of painful emotions, limiting beliefs, and destructive thoughts and patterns of behavior that can seem impossible to resolve. Together we'll use methods to understand and remove obstacles and limiting beliefs that prevent you from living.
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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.