Anger Management Therapists in Woodinville, WA

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Azure Forte
Counselor, LMHC, TEP
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
We can encounter themes of interpersonal relationship, anger resolution, workplace stress and unresolved history.
New Life Skills emerge from the power of self inclusion and the learning of what is really happening, compared to what seems to be. My job is to trust and nurture each individual’s strength with guidance A difficult history need not be an impediment to wellness, but can be a catalyst of positive change. My practice is founded on a base of Sociometry, the study of interactions with self and others; the practice of decision-making and the resolution of difficulty.
We can encounter themes of interpersonal relationship, anger resolution, workplace stress and unresolved history.
New Life Skills emerge from the power of self inclusion and the learning of what is really happening, compared to what seems to be. My job is to trust and nurture each individual’s strength with guidance A difficult history need not be an impediment to wellness, but can be a catalyst of positive change. My practice is founded on a base of Sociometry, the study of interactions with self and others; the practice of decision-making and the resolution of difficulty.
(413) 324-5973 View (413) 324-5973
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Alida Weiss
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Individual therapy and Neurofeedback to help improve the following challenges: *Depression *Anxiety/Excessive worry *Anger/Aggression *Low Self-Esteem *Trauma ;Isolation ;Difficulty making friends ;Impaired Social Skills ; Inflexible routines and rituals ;Impairments in communication ;Poor impulse control ;Obsession/Compulsions ;School Problems.
Whether you have been through a traumatic experience, or dealing with difficulties in life, I offer a unique approach in learning to regulate your emotional and psychological states, in which your world becomes a better place to manage and ENJOY. I use a variety of methods for children and adults to help strengthen their relationship and improve communication skills, as well as provide a safe and nurturing environment where children and families can reach their potential to be more successful in the world. Treatment may include: * Neurofeedback Training * Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions * Collaborative problem solving approach * EMDR
Individual therapy and Neurofeedback to help improve the following challenges: *Depression *Anxiety/Excessive worry *Anger/Aggression *Low Self-Esteem *Trauma ;Isolation ;Difficulty making friends ;Impaired Social Skills ; Inflexible routines and rituals ;Impairments in communication ;Poor impulse control ;Obsession/Compulsions ;School Problems.
Whether you have been through a traumatic experience, or dealing with difficulties in life, I offer a unique approach in learning to regulate your emotional and psychological states, in which your world becomes a better place to manage and ENJOY. I use a variety of methods for children and adults to help strengthen their relationship and improve communication skills, as well as provide a safe and nurturing environment where children and families can reach their potential to be more successful in the world. Treatment may include: * Neurofeedback Training * Cognitive-Behavioral Interventions * Collaborative problem solving approach * EMDR
(206) 384-4564 View (206) 384-4564
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Kody Evans
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ADHD-CC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
Specializing in Marriage and Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, and Premarital Counseling, I excel in Neuro-divergence, ADHD, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Sleep, Sports Performance, Stress, Antisocial Personality, and Academic Underachievement.
Does this sound familiar? You feel like you aren’t enough. You’re exhausted from trying so damn hard. You’ve lost yourself in relationships or work. You doubt yourself and don’t feel confident. You have anxiety and endless worry. You feel stuck, not sure how to break free. You find yourself in unfulfilling relationships You work hard to avoid conflict and make others happy – yet it doesn’t seem to work. You’re tired of feeling this way! I believe that within you lies the strength to navigate through challenges and manifest the changes you seek. As the saying goes, "The only way out is through."
Specializing in Marriage and Couples Therapy, Individual Therapy, and Premarital Counseling, I excel in Neuro-divergence, ADHD, Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Sleep, Sports Performance, Stress, Antisocial Personality, and Academic Underachievement.
Does this sound familiar? You feel like you aren’t enough. You’re exhausted from trying so damn hard. You’ve lost yourself in relationships or work. You doubt yourself and don’t feel confident. You have anxiety and endless worry. You feel stuck, not sure how to break free. You find yourself in unfulfilling relationships You work hard to avoid conflict and make others happy – yet it doesn’t seem to work. You’re tired of feeling this way! I believe that within you lies the strength to navigate through challenges and manifest the changes you seek. As the saying goes, "The only way out is through."
(425) 584-2880 View (425) 584-2880
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Lisa Lopez
Counselor, MA, LMHC, CMHS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
Specialties: depression, anger, anxiety, stress, trauma and PTSD, physical, sexual, emotional abuse recovery (for adults, teens, & children), grief and loss, self-harm behaviors (like cutting), healthy relationships, ADD/ADHD, family health, child behavior problems, parenting skills, life coaching, spiritual direction, identity, decision making.
Hi, I'm Lisa! I offer counseling for adults, families, teens, and children. Yes, counseling works, and you and your family can change through this process. I am great with kids and teens; it comes naturally to me. Adults appreciate my down-to-earth nature and ability to meet them where they're at. Counseling techniques I like to use: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Lifespan Integration Therapy (LI certified), Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy (for children). I provide both traditional counseling and Christian counseling, upon request of the client.
Specialties: depression, anger, anxiety, stress, trauma and PTSD, physical, sexual, emotional abuse recovery (for adults, teens, & children), grief and loss, self-harm behaviors (like cutting), healthy relationships, ADD/ADHD, family health, child behavior problems, parenting skills, life coaching, spiritual direction, identity, decision making.
Hi, I'm Lisa! I offer counseling for adults, families, teens, and children. Yes, counseling works, and you and your family can change through this process. I am great with kids and teens; it comes naturally to me. Adults appreciate my down-to-earth nature and ability to meet them where they're at. Counseling techniques I like to use: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Lifespan Integration Therapy (LI certified), Motivational Interviewing, Family Systems Therapy, and Play Therapy (for children). I provide both traditional counseling and Christian counseling, upon request of the client.
(425) 358-4901 View (425) 358-4901
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Paul R Hoard
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
Life is difficult and navigating your way through the world can be a lonely, painful experience. It leaves scars and memories that can turn the person in the mirror into a complete stranger. Depression, anxiety, pain, confusion and regret seem to keep pulling you down into an endless cycle. Discovering how to face your world, your circumstances, and more importantly, yourself, takes more than just will power. It can't be done alone, but it can be done.
Life is difficult and navigating your way through the world can be a lonely, painful experience. It leaves scars and memories that can turn the person in the mirror into a complete stranger. Depression, anxiety, pain, confusion and regret seem to keep pulling you down into an endless cycle. Discovering how to face your world, your circumstances, and more importantly, yourself, takes more than just will power. It can't be done alone, but it can be done.
(574) 406-1594 View (574) 406-1594
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Ryan Q Patterson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Not accepting new clients
I approach most client issues as the result of your relationship with the world around you, we will take a close look at you-in-context. I frequently utilize mindfulness techniques within evidenced-based modalities (such as ACT, MBCT CBT, behavioral activation and motivational interviewing). I treat individuals, couples and families; adolescents (ages 16 and up) to older adults. Professional interest include treatment of anxiety, men's issues, and LGBTQ. While I accept only a few insurances, I will bill your insurance company if I am out-of-network. Many insurance plans have partial reimbursement for out-of-network providers.
I approach most client issues as the result of your relationship with the world around you, we will take a close look at you-in-context. I frequently utilize mindfulness techniques within evidenced-based modalities (such as ACT, MBCT CBT, behavioral activation and motivational interviewing). I treat individuals, couples and families; adolescents (ages 16 and up) to older adults. Professional interest include treatment of anxiety, men's issues, and LGBTQ. While I accept only a few insurances, I will bill your insurance company if I am out-of-network. Many insurance plans have partial reimbursement for out-of-network providers.
(425) 409-6015 View (425) 409-6015
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Neil R. Jones
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Not accepting new clients
I provide a combination of evidence-based and relational therapies to provide individuals, couples, and families the best possible outcomes toward their goals. Combining compassion and information to help people identify the specific obstacles in their lives that hold them back from being satisfied and content in their lives, I help them decide on a plan of action to effect the change in their life that they desire. My goal is to provide you with the tools you need and work together to learn how to effectively implement them and utilize them for life.
I provide a combination of evidence-based and relational therapies to provide individuals, couples, and families the best possible outcomes toward their goals. Combining compassion and information to help people identify the specific obstacles in their lives that hold them back from being satisfied and content in their lives, I help them decide on a plan of action to effect the change in their life that they desire. My goal is to provide you with the tools you need and work together to learn how to effectively implement them and utilize them for life.
(425) 728-8212 View (425) 728-8212
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Bahareh Yazdi
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
(425) 318-8802 View (425) 318-8802
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Beatrice Joe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
If you are seeking a therapist, you might be feeling anxious, depressed or suffering from difficulties in your interpersonal relationship. Your issues may be situational or be related to a history or pattern in your life. In therapy, I will explore different facets of these issues. I will assist you in understanding the various dynamics underlying your situation, problem solve and teach coping strategies.
If you are seeking a therapist, you might be feeling anxious, depressed or suffering from difficulties in your interpersonal relationship. Your issues may be situational or be related to a history or pattern in your life. In therapy, I will explore different facets of these issues. I will assist you in understanding the various dynamics underlying your situation, problem solve and teach coping strategies.
(425) 312-6334 View (425) 312-6334
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Kathy Sarin: Emdr-Hypnosis Intensives Available
Counselor, EdS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
Are you tired of feeling upset? Do you find yourself overreacting to situations? Have you tried talk therapy that didn't quite work? You're not alone. Traditional talk therapy often focuses on the mind, but what if the problem goes deeper? These experiences can get "stuck" in our bodies, leading to automatic reactions that hold us back. Many of our beliefs and emotional responses are formed early on, when we are too young to fully understand what is happening. EMDR addresses the body, emotions, and stored past experiences. I'll help you rewrite negative beliefs, process your past, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Are you tired of feeling upset? Do you find yourself overreacting to situations? Have you tried talk therapy that didn't quite work? You're not alone. Traditional talk therapy often focuses on the mind, but what if the problem goes deeper? These experiences can get "stuck" in our bodies, leading to automatic reactions that hold us back. Many of our beliefs and emotional responses are formed early on, when we are too young to fully understand what is happening. EMDR addresses the body, emotions, and stored past experiences. I'll help you rewrite negative beliefs, process your past, and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
(425) 357-7099 View (425) 357-7099
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Bina Bakhtiar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSWA, MHP
Not Verified Not Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Sometimes we encounter hardships that seem too overwhelming or painful to manage. These struggles may occur in marriage, family relationships, parenting, at work, or coping with every-day life. They can be destabilizing, leaving us feeling hopeless and helpless. I believe these uncomfortable emotions can often be a window of opportunity to look deeper into what has happened, our role in it, and our reaction to it. Within these moments, we can unravel our own inner wisdom to help us heal and grow.
Sometimes we encounter hardships that seem too overwhelming or painful to manage. These struggles may occur in marriage, family relationships, parenting, at work, or coping with every-day life. They can be destabilizing, leaving us feeling hopeless and helpless. I believe these uncomfortable emotions can often be a window of opportunity to look deeper into what has happened, our role in it, and our reaction to it. Within these moments, we can unravel our own inner wisdom to help us heal and grow.
(206) 745-0960 View (206) 745-0960
Amber Ashford
Counselor, NCC, CMHCA, APCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072
I admire the courage it takes to seek help and make change, and believe everyone has the capacity for healing. I bring compassion and curiosity to my person centered work with clients. My approach is collaborative, feedback driven, strengths based, and often infused with play, art, and nature therapy techniques. While the work we do will be as unique as each client, I am most inspired by internal family systems, emotionally focused therapy, solution focused brief therapy, and AEDP.
I admire the courage it takes to seek help and make change, and believe everyone has the capacity for healing. I bring compassion and curiosity to my person centered work with clients. My approach is collaborative, feedback driven, strengths based, and often infused with play, art, and nature therapy techniques. While the work we do will be as unique as each client, I am most inspired by internal family systems, emotionally focused therapy, solution focused brief therapy, and AEDP.
(425) 441-3514 View (425) 441-3514
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Sarah Landrum
Counselor, MA, LMHC, MHP
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I help individuals and couples discover, create, and sustain the positive changes they seek in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. However, I have worked with many mental health issues over the years and frequently work with stress, addiction, motivation, intimacy issues, family conflict, life changes/adjustments, grief, communication issues, emotional regulation, parenting, self-esteem, and personal growth and discovery. I have extensive experience working with adults, teens, couples and families.
With over 15 years of experience in mental health, I help individuals and couples discover, create, and sustain the positive changes they seek in their lives. I specialize in anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and trauma. However, I have worked with many mental health issues over the years and frequently work with stress, addiction, motivation, intimacy issues, family conflict, life changes/adjustments, grief, communication issues, emotional regulation, parenting, self-esteem, and personal growth and discovery. I have extensive experience working with adults, teens, couples and families.
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Ivyanne Van Der Peet
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with several years of experience in providing direct patient care, I am enthusiastic about serving youth, young adults, and neurodiverse individuals with various complexities. I am specialized in depression, anxiety, trauma and stress reduction. I utilize a person-centered approach to help my patients reach their most vibrant potential. I believe finding one’s identity is crucial to their development and I am passionate about helping individuals explore their individuality while sorting through their struggles. My passion is helping others, supporting their goals, and improving their lives.
As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist with several years of experience in providing direct patient care, I am enthusiastic about serving youth, young adults, and neurodiverse individuals with various complexities. I am specialized in depression, anxiety, trauma and stress reduction. I utilize a person-centered approach to help my patients reach their most vibrant potential. I believe finding one’s identity is crucial to their development and I am passionate about helping individuals explore their individuality while sorting through their struggles. My passion is helping others, supporting their goals, and improving their lives.
(425) 426-3533 View (425) 426-3533
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Jonathan N Goodman
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Jonathan has been providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to individuals and families for over 25 years. He has worked as a licensed psychologist or psychotherapist in Ohio, Michigan, the United Kingdom, and Washington. He has worked with clients of all ages and with a variety of mental health issues. However, he has had specialized training and experience working with clients dealing with personality disorders, eating disorders, resistant depression, and in managing clients in crisis. Additionally, he has extensive experience in areas including anxiety disorders, family/couples therapy, clients managing severe mental illness, and in working with adolescents. Learn More
Jonathan has been providing assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and psychotherapy services to individuals and families for over 25 years. He has worked as a licensed psychologist or psychotherapist in Ohio, Michigan, the United Kingdom, and Washington. He has worked with clients of all ages and with a variety of mental health issues. However, he has had specialized training and experience working with clients dealing with personality disorders, eating disorders, resistant depression, and in managing clients in crisis. Additionally, he has extensive experience in areas including anxiety disorders, family/couples therapy, clients managing severe mental illness, and in working with adolescents. Learn More
(206) 429-8121 View (206) 429-8121
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Jean Weng
Counselor, MD, MA, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98077  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have been practicing psychotherapy in the Seattle area in the past 20 years, provided service to clients who have anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder and other conditions such as social difficulties, parenting skills, and stress management. I am a WS state approved supervisor, training MA level counselor toward their LMHC license. 我善长焦虑,忧郁,创伤治疗,也帮助顾客解决人际关系,工作压力,夫妻关系,亲子关系相关的问题。 综合我的学历,专业知识结构,临床经验,人生阅历,我相信如果有华语顾客需要心理咨询,我将是你们的最佳人选。 我会用我的专业知识和素养,为您提供优质服务。
I have been practicing psychotherapy in the Seattle area in the past 20 years, provided service to clients who have anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizoaffective disorder and other conditions such as social difficulties, parenting skills, and stress management. I am a WS state approved supervisor, training MA level counselor toward their LMHC license. 我善长焦虑,忧郁,创伤治疗,也帮助顾客解决人际关系,工作压力,夫妻关系,亲子关系相关的问题。 综合我的学历,专业知识结构,临床经验,人生阅历,我相信如果有华语顾客需要心理咨询,我将是你们的最佳人选。 我会用我的专业知识和素养,为您提供优质服务。
(425) 654-4852 View (425) 654-4852
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Stephanie E Cuevas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
Feeling anxious? Struggling with “I’m not good enough” thoughts, feeling burnt out or worried you’re letting everyone down. It’s overwhelming and lonely. As a late ADHD-er/neuro-spicy (neurodiverse) individual I know how complicated all this can be, especially since all these things can affect each other. I've worked 11 years in the mental health field with adults navigating issues of anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and burnout issues with the goal of partnering with people on their quest of improving self-esteem, quality of life, learning coping skills, combating negative thoughts, and figuring out that balance of acceptance and change.
Feeling anxious? Struggling with “I’m not good enough” thoughts, feeling burnt out or worried you’re letting everyone down. It’s overwhelming and lonely. As a late ADHD-er/neuro-spicy (neurodiverse) individual I know how complicated all this can be, especially since all these things can affect each other. I've worked 11 years in the mental health field with adults navigating issues of anxiety, trauma, ADHD, and burnout issues with the goal of partnering with people on their quest of improving self-esteem, quality of life, learning coping skills, combating negative thoughts, and figuring out that balance of acceptance and change.
(425) 600-7421 View (425) 600-7421
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William A Fuller
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Therapy is a positive way to look at life's problems and help you cope effectively. The type of therapy I practice is a blend of Psychodynamic Theory and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. This combination gives us access to previous relationships and early life circumstances, while focusing on the here and now issues that are currently of concern to you.
Therapy is a positive way to look at life's problems and help you cope effectively. The type of therapy I practice is a blend of Psychodynamic Theory and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. This combination gives us access to previous relationships and early life circumstances, while focusing on the here and now issues that are currently of concern to you.
(425) 247-3128 View (425) 247-3128
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Georgia Faye Grammer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MEd, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodinville, WA 98072  (Online Only)
Accepting clients. To survive in a traumatized, ego-centric culture filled with counterfeit images, we pay a steep price - trauma & pain in our disconnected bodies, loneliness & broken-heartedness in our relationships, an unmet longing for passionate, meaningful engagement with the world. Crisis, illness, pain, suffering & despair become the catalyst for change, awakening our yearning for a more courageous, authentic, embodied life. Speaking to us through symptoms, grief, images, longings, dreams- the soul calls- beckoning us into the unknown, asking us to surrender what no longer serves us. I help people navigate this wilderness.
Accepting clients. To survive in a traumatized, ego-centric culture filled with counterfeit images, we pay a steep price - trauma & pain in our disconnected bodies, loneliness & broken-heartedness in our relationships, an unmet longing for passionate, meaningful engagement with the world. Crisis, illness, pain, suffering & despair become the catalyst for change, awakening our yearning for a more courageous, authentic, embodied life. Speaking to us through symptoms, grief, images, longings, dreams- the soul calls- beckoning us into the unknown, asking us to surrender what no longer serves us. I help people navigate this wilderness.
(425) 906-3976 View (425) 906-3976
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Shana Huizenga
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Woodinville, WA 98072
Currently accepting new clients! Hello and welcome! I am a licensed therapist who specializes in working with kids, teens and adults who have been diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Stress, Burnout, Social Skills, School Performance, Developmental Delays, and Parent Training. I also assist clients in developing important Life Skills that enable them to reach their full potential. With a background in Behavioral Psychology, I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors by identifying their values.
Currently accepting new clients! Hello and welcome! I am a licensed therapist who specializes in working with kids, teens and adults who have been diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem, Stress, Burnout, Social Skills, School Performance, Developmental Delays, and Parent Training. I also assist clients in developing important Life Skills that enable them to reach their full potential. With a background in Behavioral Psychology, I utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help my clients gain a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors by identifying their values.
(425) 578-5501 View (425) 578-5501
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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.