Anger Management Therapists in Kitchener, ON
You might describe your life as “fine,” or say you’re getting by, surviving, doing okay. That’s how a lot of people feel... and it works, until it doesn’t. Maybe you feel disconnected from your emotions but have learned to function anyway. Maybe you avoid discomfort or push yourself to cope through it. Maybe you’ve repeated the same behaviors for so long that they just feel like who you are, even if something inside you knows they don’t quite fit.
You might describe your life as “fine,” or say you’re getting by, surviving, doing okay. That’s how a lot of people feel... and it works, until it doesn’t. Maybe you feel disconnected from your emotions but have learned to function anyway. Maybe you avoid discomfort or push yourself to cope through it. Maybe you’ve repeated the same behaviors for so long that they just feel like who you are, even if something inside you knows they don’t quite fit.
As a therapist, I am passionate about guiding individuals towards a deeper understanding of their roles in various aspects of life: within their family dynamics, intimate relationships, interactions with relatives, and their professional environments. It's crucial to reflect on our impact and presence in these spheres, as they greatly influence our overall well-being. My aim is to assist clients in navigating these complexities to achieve optimal results and meaningful direction in life.
As a therapist, I am passionate about guiding individuals towards a deeper understanding of their roles in various aspects of life: within their family dynamics, intimate relationships, interactions with relatives, and their professional environments. It's crucial to reflect on our impact and presence in these spheres, as they greatly influence our overall well-being. My aim is to assist clients in navigating these complexities to achieve optimal results and meaningful direction in life.
Ken McIntosh @ Kaleidoscope Counselling Co. 🌈
Registered Social Worker, MEd, MSW, RSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, shame, anger or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity, I’m here to provide you with support and guidance.
I also specialize in some evidence based therapies like Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), among others, providing you with skills to manage difficult emotions and thinking patterns. My approach is eclectic, warm and empathetic and I'm committed to empowering you to heal and thrive.
Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, shame, anger or exploring your LGBTQ+ identity, I’m here to provide you with support and guidance.
I also specialize in some evidence based therapies like Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), among others, providing you with skills to manage difficult emotions and thinking patterns. My approach is eclectic, warm and empathetic and I'm committed to empowering you to heal and thrive.
Within a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space to manage life transitions and support with navigating any loss journey whether from unhealthy anger expression, job loss, relationship shifts, infertility, health transitions to the loss of a loved one.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a person who has lived experience with loss, grief, anxiety, struggle, grit and overwhelm. Let us support your transition with deep understanding of elevation points of renewal, resiliency, and revival.
Within a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space to manage life transitions and support with navigating any loss journey whether from unhealthy anger expression, job loss, relationship shifts, infertility, health transitions to the loss of a loved one.
I am a Registered Psychotherapist and a person who has lived experience with loss, grief, anxiety, struggle, grit and overwhelm. Let us support your transition with deep understanding of elevation points of renewal, resiliency, and revival.
If you need support in coping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, emotional dysregulation or relationship issues, I utilize evidence based practices and a collaborative approach to help you develop a plan to address your concern and work towards your goals.
I practice Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as a primary modality of care and hold a certificate in this area. I also use narrative therapy, solution focused therapy and mindfulness strategies among other tools to support you in being present, identifying and overcoming the problem and feeling empowered.
If you need support in coping with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, emotional dysregulation or relationship issues, I utilize evidence based practices and a collaborative approach to help you develop a plan to address your concern and work towards your goals.
I practice Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as a primary modality of care and hold a certificate in this area. I also use narrative therapy, solution focused therapy and mindfulness strategies among other tools to support you in being present, identifying and overcoming the problem and feeling empowered.
Accepting New Clients - If you feel trapped in unhealthy patterns and are struggling to find a way out, please know that you don’t have to navigate this alone. I believe that behind every "stuck" feeling is an underlying concern waiting to be heard and healed. In our work together, we will move beyond just managing day-to-day stress to uncover the roots of what is holding you back, giving you the tools to break free and move forward with confidence.
Accepting New Clients - If you feel trapped in unhealthy patterns and are struggling to find a way out, please know that you don’t have to navigate this alone. I believe that behind every "stuck" feeling is an underlying concern waiting to be heard and healed. In our work together, we will move beyond just managing day-to-day stress to uncover the roots of what is holding you back, giving you the tools to break free and move forward with confidence.
I work with adults and teenagers through virtual therapy, helping them build healthier boundaries, strengthen self-esteem, and better manage anxiety, stress, and anger.
I particularly enjoy helping clients:
Build confidence and self-worth
Set and maintain healthy boundaries
Manage anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm
Understand and regulate anger more effectively
Improve communication and relationships
Break cycles of people-pleasing or self-criticism
I work with adults and teenagers through virtual therapy, helping them build healthier boundaries, strengthen self-esteem, and better manage anxiety, stress, and anger.
I particularly enjoy helping clients:
Build confidence and self-worth
Set and maintain healthy boundaries
Manage anxiety, stress, and emotional overwhelm
Understand and regulate anger more effectively
Improve communication and relationships
Break cycles of people-pleasing or self-criticism
I specialize in working with young men struggling with anger, isolation and stress management.
I like working with individuals needing help in navigating life's issues. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, make goals and pursue them.
I specialize in working with young men struggling with anger, isolation and stress management.
I like working with individuals needing help in navigating life's issues. My goal is to help clients better understand themselves, make goals and pursue them.
Do you have reoccurring memories of unpleasant and distressing times from your past? Do you think you “should have” gotten over it a long time ago? Maybe you find yourself being reactive and struggle to calm down? Are you triggered by everyday experiences and become stressed by things others seem to be unbothered by? Maybe you are struggling with a negative inner voice, self sabotaging and struggling in a battle of what you know, versus how you feel. These are all symptoms of trauma. I use a combination of EMDR, trigger reduction techniques, education to help you understand what is happening, and tools to support you while you heal.
Do you have reoccurring memories of unpleasant and distressing times from your past? Do you think you “should have” gotten over it a long time ago? Maybe you find yourself being reactive and struggle to calm down? Are you triggered by everyday experiences and become stressed by things others seem to be unbothered by? Maybe you are struggling with a negative inner voice, self sabotaging and struggling in a battle of what you know, versus how you feel. These are all symptoms of trauma. I use a combination of EMDR, trigger reduction techniques, education to help you understand what is happening, and tools to support you while you heal.
You have come half way to love you more.
Whether you’re navigating work and life stress, burnout, low mood or depression, body image or self-worth concerns, migration challenges, generational expectations, grief, or relationship struggles, I have is this safe space with me. You don’t have to explain your culture or translate your feelings here.
Cultural sensitivity is my strength as I worked in more than 4 different countries and with people from 35 countries with diverse cultures. I have over 11 years of experience in supporting people.
You have come half way to love you more.
Whether you’re navigating work and life stress, burnout, low mood or depression, body image or self-worth concerns, migration challenges, generational expectations, grief, or relationship struggles, I have is this safe space with me. You don’t have to explain your culture or translate your feelings here.
Cultural sensitivity is my strength as I worked in more than 4 different countries and with people from 35 countries with diverse cultures. I have over 11 years of experience in supporting people.
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling with finding enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? I am here to help you improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships, and attachments and move towards personal healing, self-awareness and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle of negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a positive and fulfilling life.
Do you want to develop strategies to better manage thoughts, feelings and relationships that are holding you back from a healthy and productive life? Are you struggling with finding enjoyment in life, experiencing mental or physical illness, grief, and loss, stress in your job, relationships or as a caregiver or parent? I am here to help you improve your psychological well-being, strengthen your relationships, and attachments and move towards personal healing, self-awareness and growth. I am here to help you break the cycle of negative thoughts, emotions and relationships and take steps to experience a positive and fulfilling life.
Things might look fine on the outside but inside, you feel off. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, shut down, or just stuck in a loop you can’t explain. You don’t need to have it all figured out, you just need a place to start.
Things might look fine on the outside but inside, you feel off. Maybe you’re overwhelmed, shut down, or just stuck in a loop you can’t explain. You don’t need to have it all figured out, you just need a place to start.
Sometimes, we go through tough times like depression, anxiety, or trauma, and it can be easy to forget the strength and abilities we already possess, leaving us feeling like there’s no way out. Think of psychotherapy as the start of a journey toward better days, and the best part is, you won’t be taking this journey alone. Brendan will meet you right where you are in life so that together, you can work towards achieving realistic and meaningful life and health goals. Brendan has earned an Honors bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Windsor and a master’s in counselling psychology from Yorkville University.
Sometimes, we go through tough times like depression, anxiety, or trauma, and it can be easy to forget the strength and abilities we already possess, leaving us feeling like there’s no way out. Think of psychotherapy as the start of a journey toward better days, and the best part is, you won’t be taking this journey alone. Brendan will meet you right where you are in life so that together, you can work towards achieving realistic and meaningful life and health goals. Brendan has earned an Honors bachelor’s in psychology from the University of Windsor and a master’s in counselling psychology from Yorkville University.
As the words “Spring” and “Wellness” suggest we at Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre aim to install hope, motivation and optimism when working with you. We work collaboratively with you when providing assessment, treatment and consultation services. At Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre we embrace inclusion and diversity and offer services in confidence with a warm, nonjudgmental, empathic approach that is also holistic. We welcome learning more about you, your experiences and perspectives and invite you to reach out to continue your journey of wellness and resilience.
As the words “Spring” and “Wellness” suggest we at Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre aim to install hope, motivation and optimism when working with you. We work collaboratively with you when providing assessment, treatment and consultation services. At Spring Psychology and Wellness Centre we embrace inclusion and diversity and offer services in confidence with a warm, nonjudgmental, empathic approach that is also holistic. We welcome learning more about you, your experiences and perspectives and invite you to reach out to continue your journey of wellness and resilience.
You don't have to keep carrying it all alone.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, or feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy can provide a space to pause, breathe, and begin healing.
You don't have to keep carrying it all alone.
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, burnout, or feeling disconnected from yourself, therapy can provide a space to pause, breathe, and begin healing.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I specialize in a somatic (body-mind) approach to resolve issues that interfere with one's happiness and well being. We will look at how early life experiences affect us and our relationships. This helps in developing a greater understanding in how one behaves in their current life, creating more options for lasting change. This work is very effective in treating depression by helping one feel more aliveness, energy and a sense of well being.It helps with anxiety by providing tools to create a sense of calm and presence.
I have been a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I specialize in a somatic (body-mind) approach to resolve issues that interfere with one's happiness and well being. We will look at how early life experiences affect us and our relationships. This helps in developing a greater understanding in how one behaves in their current life, creating more options for lasting change. This work is very effective in treating depression by helping one feel more aliveness, energy and a sense of well being.It helps with anxiety by providing tools to create a sense of calm and presence.
This is a good start. By exploring avenues like this you’re already taking proactive steps which signal a vital first move towards enhancing your well-being. Anjali will support and guide you on your transformative journey, helping you uncover and harness your unique strengths and capabilities. Her approach centers on positive psychology, emphasizing your inherent potential and resilience and Anjali is committed to offering you a safe, culturally aware environment where you can openly discuss your life’s trials and triumphs without judgement.
This is a good start. By exploring avenues like this you’re already taking proactive steps which signal a vital first move towards enhancing your well-being. Anjali will support and guide you on your transformative journey, helping you uncover and harness your unique strengths and capabilities. Her approach centers on positive psychology, emphasizing your inherent potential and resilience and Anjali is committed to offering you a safe, culturally aware environment where you can openly discuss your life’s trials and triumphs without judgement.
Glynis Burkhalter
Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, MA, RP, RMFT-S
4 Endorsed
Kitchener, ON N2A
Waitlist for new clients
Life IS hard. We expect this. Yet, life is harder than necessary sometimes. Especially when old stuff drags us down and/or new stuff swamps us. I have no magic wand to make your life easy. What I offer are conversations where I bring 25+ years of learning and experience to support you in figuring out how to live your life with dignity and peace. I am a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist & Approved Supervisor with CACFT and I am Certified EMDR Therapist. Anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges are common reasons why people talk with me. I work with individuals and couples, adults and youth 16+.
Life IS hard. We expect this. Yet, life is harder than necessary sometimes. Especially when old stuff drags us down and/or new stuff swamps us. I have no magic wand to make your life easy. What I offer are conversations where I bring 25+ years of learning and experience to support you in figuring out how to live your life with dignity and peace. I am a Registered Marriage & Family Therapist & Approved Supervisor with CACFT and I am Certified EMDR Therapist. Anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and relationship challenges are common reasons why people talk with me. I work with individuals and couples, adults and youth 16+.
I like to paraphrase the quote from Uncle Iroh, "There is nothing wrong with letting someone who cares about you, help you." You need not do it alone, and I care. I'm your guy. I work with people, meeting them where they are and tailoring my approach to their needs, which is what I will do with you. We will talk, get to understand the problem, and collaborate on treatment. I have a catalogue of therapies we can use to approach things, and I developed that because no one thing works for everyone. Thus, we will find what works for you, and get you closer to your therapy goals.
I like to paraphrase the quote from Uncle Iroh, "There is nothing wrong with letting someone who cares about you, help you." You need not do it alone, and I care. I'm your guy. I work with people, meeting them where they are and tailoring my approach to their needs, which is what I will do with you. We will talk, get to understand the problem, and collaborate on treatment. I have a catalogue of therapies we can use to approach things, and I developed that because no one thing works for everyone. Thus, we will find what works for you, and get you closer to your therapy goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to manage daily life? You may be experiencing anxiety, OCD, or other challenges while trying to better understand yourself. Perhaps you’re also navigating ADHD, autism spectrum differences, neurodivergence, or an intellectual disability in a world that doesn’t always accommodate your needs. Together, we’ll build self-awareness, explore practical strategies, and strengthen resilience so you can feel more confident and live in a way that feels authentic and comfortable to you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or unsure how to manage daily life? You may be experiencing anxiety, OCD, or other challenges while trying to better understand yourself. Perhaps you’re also navigating ADHD, autism spectrum differences, neurodivergence, or an intellectual disability in a world that doesn’t always accommodate your needs. Together, we’ll build self-awareness, explore practical strategies, and strengthen resilience so you can feel more confident and live in a way that feels authentic and comfortable to you.
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Anger Management Counsellors
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.