Anger Management Therapists in Platte City, MO

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Wade Kidner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACO, LPC
Verified Verified
Platte City, MO 64079
Reading the personal statements of counselors, as you are, already demonstrates strength, wisdom, and perseverance. It is not an easy thing to acknowledge that one would benefit from the insight, experience, or guidance of another. Everyone has a "too much," whether it makes sense to anyone else or not, and taking advantage of the experience and training of a counselor shows insight, courage, and a desire to improve your life and relationships. I work with adults, adolescents, children, and couples with a focus on anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, and premarital counseling.
Reading the personal statements of counselors, as you are, already demonstrates strength, wisdom, and perseverance. It is not an easy thing to acknowledge that one would benefit from the insight, experience, or guidance of another. Everyone has a "too much," whether it makes sense to anyone else or not, and taking advantage of the experience and training of a counselor shows insight, courage, and a desire to improve your life and relationships. I work with adults, adolescents, children, and couples with a focus on anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, and premarital counseling.
(816) 239-2551 View (816) 239-2551
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Rev. Insoon G Hoagland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MA, LCMFT, LCMFT-S
Verified Verified
Platte City, MO 64079
I am a retired army chaplain, combat veteran, and an ordained minister of Christian Reformed Church in North America. I am a certified clinical chaplain and pastoral counselor, a board certified MFT clinical supervisor in KS, a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas, and a certified Child Play therapist. My professional work and experiences in the military as a chaplain have enriched my perspectives about life dealing. My unique experiences about life and death both in peace and combat have given me valuable insights to help you deal with struggles and issues in lives.
I am a retired army chaplain, combat veteran, and an ordained minister of Christian Reformed Church in North America. I am a certified clinical chaplain and pastoral counselor, a board certified MFT clinical supervisor in KS, a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist in Kansas, and a certified Child Play therapist. My professional work and experiences in the military as a chaplain have enriched my perspectives about life dealing. My unique experiences about life and death both in peace and combat have given me valuable insights to help you deal with struggles and issues in lives.
(913) 357-6071 View (913) 357-6071
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ShadeTree Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Platte City, MO 64079
Are you ready to really live your life and not merely exist? You have within yourself the power to overcome any difficulties. Many of our obstacles, environmental, past experiences, biological dysfunctions, and worries about the future rob us from fully living and enjoying our lives. And the way we view them might keep us stuck and unfulfilled. I can help you notice those external and/or internal factors, identify patterns of thought and behavior, help you neutralize them, and encourage positive change and growth.
Are you ready to really live your life and not merely exist? You have within yourself the power to overcome any difficulties. Many of our obstacles, environmental, past experiences, biological dysfunctions, and worries about the future rob us from fully living and enjoying our lives. And the way we view them might keep us stuck and unfulfilled. I can help you notice those external and/or internal factors, identify patterns of thought and behavior, help you neutralize them, and encourage positive change and growth.
(913) 286-1794 View (913) 286-1794
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Kevin Carpenter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Platte City, MO 64079
Life is hard, sometimes seemingly for no reason. If you find yourself struggling with completing everyday tasks, faltering in relationships, or even questioning whether it is worth it to carry on, please reach out. I love working with people of all backgrounds and helping them discover meaning and purpose in life, satisfaction with relationships, and joy in daily living. While life is hard, it can also be incredibly rewarding. I hope I can play a small part in helping you find this for yourself.
Life is hard, sometimes seemingly for no reason. If you find yourself struggling with completing everyday tasks, faltering in relationships, or even questioning whether it is worth it to carry on, please reach out. I love working with people of all backgrounds and helping them discover meaning and purpose in life, satisfaction with relationships, and joy in daily living. While life is hard, it can also be incredibly rewarding. I hope I can play a small part in helping you find this for yourself.
(816) 371-5997 View (816) 371-5997
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MY-E LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Platte City, MO 64079
Clients typically arrive with guilt, shame, grief, loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and a loss of identity. My goal is to free you from negative past experiences and gain empowerment to live your life freely.
Clients typically arrive with guilt, shame, grief, loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and a loss of identity. My goal is to free you from negative past experiences and gain empowerment to live your life freely.
(816) 670-2776 View (816) 670-2776
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Christina Dunn Carpenter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP, PhD
Verified Verified
Platte City, MO 64079
I am a counselor who enjoys helping others to see their potential, work through their struggles, bond families together again, and help individuals reach their personal goals! There is nothing more gratifying to me than to see someone take the courageous step to work through a difficult situation and grow in their self-esteem, self-worth, and identity.
I am a counselor who enjoys helping others to see their potential, work through their struggles, bond families together again, and help individuals reach their personal goals! There is nothing more gratifying to me than to see someone take the courageous step to work through a difficult situation and grow in their self-esteem, self-worth, and identity.
(816) 670-3525 View (816) 670-3525
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Jessica Schroeder
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LCMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Platte City, MO 64079
Not accepting new clients
You lay in bed at night wondering if your partner will ever see your pain. You feel alone, unimportant, unappreciated. You do not feel the love you once felt. Now it feels like you are just roommates. You try to talk with your partner about what is bothering you. But your partner either misses your pain or it turns into an argument. The two of you just end up further apart and more alone. You know you cannot do this anymore. The pain is too much.
You lay in bed at night wondering if your partner will ever see your pain. You feel alone, unimportant, unappreciated. You do not feel the love you once felt. Now it feels like you are just roommates. You try to talk with your partner about what is bothering you. But your partner either misses your pain or it turns into an argument. The two of you just end up further apart and more alone. You know you cannot do this anymore. The pain is too much.
(913) 938-6964 View (913) 938-6964
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Nicole Rich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Platte City, MO 64079
Not accepting new clients
The decision to seek counseling is often difficult and comes after much thought and consideration. It has been my experience that the relationship formed between the client and counselor plays a vital role in the effectiveness and outcome of the therapeutic experience. Therefore my goal is to create a caring and trusting relationship with my client so they feel safe, comfortable and supported.
The decision to seek counseling is often difficult and comes after much thought and consideration. It has been my experience that the relationship formed between the client and counselor plays a vital role in the effectiveness and outcome of the therapeutic experience. Therefore my goal is to create a caring and trusting relationship with my client so they feel safe, comfortable and supported.
(816) 237-5218 View (816) 237-5218

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John - Epic Growth LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
Lastly, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques to help address depression, anxiety, stress, and anger symptoms.
Counseling as a whole is in higher and higher need. We've seen inflation in Missouri and across the US, horrible things happening in current wars, and of course, there is the pandemic we went through that affected literally everyone in the world. We also have, what for many will likely be, a stressful election year. Even without these things, life brings its challenges, but add the stressors we've been through for over 4 years now, in addition to the personal stressors we face, and it only makes sense that many people just like you will benefit from additional support and professional help in processing through life's difficulties.
Lastly, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques to help address depression, anxiety, stress, and anger symptoms.
Counseling as a whole is in higher and higher need. We've seen inflation in Missouri and across the US, horrible things happening in current wars, and of course, there is the pandemic we went through that affected literally everyone in the world. We also have, what for many will likely be, a stressful election year. Even without these things, life brings its challenges, but add the stressors we've been through for over 4 years now, in addition to the personal stressors we face, and it only makes sense that many people just like you will benefit from additional support and professional help in processing through life's difficulties.
(417) 744-5648 View (417) 744-5648
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Larry McDaniel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
As the Founder of Coyote Hill (coyotehill.org) I have worked with foster children and families in crisis for over 33 years. My counseling focus is on working with youth and adults address anger management, stress, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief, religious trauma, and other behavioral and relationship issues with specialized therapeutic approaches that can significantly impact individuals' lives, helping them to heal and grow. In a world that often demands us to mask our struggles, having a space where your feelings are validated, and your experiences are understood can be transformative.
As the Founder of Coyote Hill (coyotehill.org) I have worked with foster children and families in crisis for over 33 years. My counseling focus is on working with youth and adults address anger management, stress, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief, religious trauma, and other behavioral and relationship issues with specialized therapeutic approaches that can significantly impact individuals' lives, helping them to heal and grow. In a world that often demands us to mask our struggles, having a space where your feelings are validated, and your experiences are understood can be transformative.
(573) 749-5299 View (573) 749-5299
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Melissa Wright
Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
"I just want my child to be their normal self again". That is what I often hear at the beginning of therapy. It is very difficult to know how to handle changes like anger, acting out, sadness, or keeping to themselves. These problems affect the child and everyone else involved in their daily lives. I will tailor therapy to meet you and/or your child's specific needs, and work towards getting "back to normal" (or improving on what normal has been).
"I just want my child to be their normal self again". That is what I often hear at the beginning of therapy. It is very difficult to know how to handle changes like anger, acting out, sadness, or keeping to themselves. These problems affect the child and everyone else involved in their daily lives. I will tailor therapy to meet you and/or your child's specific needs, and work towards getting "back to normal" (or improving on what normal has been).
(816) 310-0944 View (816) 310-0944
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Adam Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
Instructed classes on psychoeducation, child development, and anger management.
The heart and soul of how I help others is as a counselor who meets clients where they are in life, relationships, struggles, and so on - with the goal of gaining your trust and helping move you through discouraging and challenging circumstances, while sharing in God's reality for your life. I believe in the value of working through personal problems and issues in the context of stronger relationships. I will help you with this on a personal level, and in the process of restoring health and relationships with whomever you are intending to build this restored relationship with.
Instructed classes on psychoeducation, child development, and anger management.
The heart and soul of how I help others is as a counselor who meets clients where they are in life, relationships, struggles, and so on - with the goal of gaining your trust and helping move you through discouraging and challenging circumstances, while sharing in God's reality for your life. I believe in the value of working through personal problems and issues in the context of stronger relationships. I will help you with this on a personal level, and in the process of restoring health and relationships with whomever you are intending to build this restored relationship with.
(816) 307-3814 View (816) 307-3814
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Kelly Peplinski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
You're feeling overwhelmed, withdrawn, distracted, anxious or depressed. Others may think you’re just hormonal or stressed out. Until now, you may have been able to manage it on your own, but it’s starting to affect other areas of your life. You don’t understand why things are so overwhelming and your motivation is tanking. If you’re a parent, your teen may be dealing with school stress, pressure, and a constant feeling of inferiority. You're worried they are quickly spiraling into anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. I can help.
You're feeling overwhelmed, withdrawn, distracted, anxious or depressed. Others may think you’re just hormonal or stressed out. Until now, you may have been able to manage it on your own, but it’s starting to affect other areas of your life. You don’t understand why things are so overwhelming and your motivation is tanking. If you’re a parent, your teen may be dealing with school stress, pressure, and a constant feeling of inferiority. You're worried they are quickly spiraling into anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem. I can help.
(816) 640-4823 View (816) 640-4823
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Ricky Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
Nothing you do seems to help you get out of this. You feel as if you are running in place, repeating yourself. It is time for another cook in the kitchen so to speak. I do not just want to be another person telling you things will be alright or it is fine; just push through. Whether it be depression, anxiety, family adjustment issues, or trauma related issues I am here to help you realize an internal strength you inherently possess.
Nothing you do seems to help you get out of this. You feel as if you are running in place, repeating yourself. It is time for another cook in the kitchen so to speak. I do not just want to be another person telling you things will be alright or it is fine; just push through. Whether it be depression, anxiety, family adjustment issues, or trauma related issues I am here to help you realize an internal strength you inherently possess.
(314) 710-3655 View (314) 710-3655
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Tammy Steiner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Dr. Tammy Steiner and I am a licensed professional counselor. I love to work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them address a variety of mental health concerns. I have a MS in Psychology, a MS in Clinical Counseling, a MS certificate in Play therapy, and a PhD in Educational Psychology. My internship focused on working with children and adolescents with trauma, depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. I have multiple years of experience delivering evidenced-based interventions to help people to be their best self.
Hello! My name is Dr. Tammy Steiner and I am a licensed professional counselor. I love to work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them address a variety of mental health concerns. I have a MS in Psychology, a MS in Clinical Counseling, a MS certificate in Play therapy, and a PhD in Educational Psychology. My internship focused on working with children and adolescents with trauma, depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. I have multiple years of experience delivering evidenced-based interventions to help people to be their best self.
(708) 832-6233 View (708) 832-6233
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Holly Hemphill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, DAACS
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
Everybody has periods in their lives where they find themselves struggling with the circumstances of life. I offer an environment that can address these issues and answers can be found in a positive and supportive atmosphere. Working on improving communication, intimacy and connection can help breathe life into your relationship, and I look forward to contributing to that journey. That journey may include the use of talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy.
Everybody has periods in their lives where they find themselves struggling with the circumstances of life. I offer an environment that can address these issues and answers can be found in a positive and supportive atmosphere. Working on improving communication, intimacy and connection can help breathe life into your relationship, and I look forward to contributing to that journey. That journey may include the use of talk therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and emotionally focused therapy.
(816) 607-4221 View (816) 607-4221
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J Heath Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, CGDC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
Struggling with anxiety/depression, trying to overcome past trauma, or navigating the unique challenges of the LGBTQIA+ community can be isolating - but you don't have to face it alone. Together, we can create a safe, welcoming environment where authenticity and real conversations are at the heart of your healing journey.
Struggling with anxiety/depression, trying to overcome past trauma, or navigating the unique challenges of the LGBTQIA+ community can be isolating - but you don't have to face it alone. Together, we can create a safe, welcoming environment where authenticity and real conversations are at the heart of your healing journey.
(314) 970-4818 View (314) 970-4818
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Adam Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
We are not meant to live life alone, but rather deeply involved in relationships. Some of these relationships are highly successful, while others have come with great loss, significant struggle or just the every day difficulty of learning to live and enjoy life with another person. I believe in the value of working through personal problems in the context of building stronger relationships. I will help you work through this on a personal level or with whomever you are needing to have a restored relationship with.
We are not meant to live life alone, but rather deeply involved in relationships. Some of these relationships are highly successful, while others have come with great loss, significant struggle or just the every day difficulty of learning to live and enjoy life with another person. I believe in the value of working through personal problems in the context of building stronger relationships. I will help you work through this on a personal level or with whomever you are needing to have a restored relationship with.
(816) 327-7967 View (816) 327-7967
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Keyonna L Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
It is my belief that seeking help is the first indication that you are motivated and ready to make changes in your life. My purpose here is to partner with you, while empowering you, as you move through the process of change. I will help you learn to think about and address your problems in a healthier manner. Sometimes it takes the help of a mental health professional to help you take an objective look at your circumstances and empower you so that you can take the first step necessary to make those changes.
It is my belief that seeking help is the first indication that you are motivated and ready to make changes in your life. My purpose here is to partner with you, while empowering you, as you move through the process of change. I will help you learn to think about and address your problems in a healthier manner. Sometimes it takes the help of a mental health professional to help you take an objective look at your circumstances and empower you so that you can take the first step necessary to make those changes.
(913) 724-6279 View (913) 724-6279
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Dr. Eric Christian Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
I work with individuals who are having difficulty regulating their emotions. They are often experiencing a multitude of stressors all at once. The people I see have typically grown up in a traumatic environment and their current experiences are being compounded by past hurts. The combination of outside stressors and past trauma is commonly exasperated by relationship problems with family members. I help people learn to regulate their emotions and manage their stressors during these difficult times.
I work with individuals who are having difficulty regulating their emotions. They are often experiencing a multitude of stressors all at once. The people I see have typically grown up in a traumatic environment and their current experiences are being compounded by past hurts. The combination of outside stressors and past trauma is commonly exasperated by relationship problems with family members. I help people learn to regulate their emotions and manage their stressors during these difficult times.
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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.