Anger Management Treatment Centres in Calgary, AB
We are a not for profit counselling agency located in the heart of downtown Calgary. We offer compassionately priced and social justice focused therapy for individuals and couples. We are proudly women led, BIPOC, Queer, Trans, and Relationally affirmative space.
We are a not for profit counselling agency located in the heart of downtown Calgary. We offer compassionately priced and social justice focused therapy for individuals and couples. We are proudly women led, BIPOC, Queer, Trans, and Relationally affirmative space.
At McMan Calgary’s Mental Health Program, we work with children, youth, adults, couples, and families who are navigating life’s challenges and striving for positive change. Our clients come to us seeking support for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, emotional regulation, life transitions, relationship stress, separation, and identity or belonging challenges.
We also specialize in supporting marginalized and underserved populations, helping individuals find stability, connection, and confidence in their mental health journey.
At McMan Calgary’s Mental Health Program, we work with children, youth, adults, couples, and families who are navigating life’s challenges and striving for positive change. Our clients come to us seeking support for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, emotional regulation, life transitions, relationship stress, separation, and identity or belonging challenges.
We also specialize in supporting marginalized and underserved populations, helping individuals find stability, connection, and confidence in their mental health journey.
The University of Calgary Psychology Clinic (UCPC) is a public, low-cost teaching clinic dedicated to improving mental health care. We provide evidence-based, personalized, and accessible therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our services include psychological assessments and therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, stress management, insomnia, identity exploration, ADHD and more.
The University of Calgary Psychology Clinic (UCPC) is a public, low-cost teaching clinic dedicated to improving mental health care. We provide evidence-based, personalized, and accessible therapy for children, teens, adults, couples, and families. Our services include psychological assessments and therapy for depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, stress management, insomnia, identity exploration, ADHD and more.
Rising Sun Psychological Services Inc. offers a welcoming, supportive space for kids, teens, adults, couples, and families seeking therapeutic connection, new skills, healing, and growth. We work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, relationship stress, and questions of identity or purpose. Our clients come to us looking for understanding, relief, and practical tools to feel more grounded and hopeful. We meet each person with kindness, compassion, cultural awareness, and respect, tailoring care to their unique experiences and goals while supporting lasting emotional well-being.
Rising Sun Psychological Services Inc. offers a welcoming, supportive space for kids, teens, adults, couples, and families seeking therapeutic connection, new skills, healing, and growth. We work with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, life changes, relationship stress, and questions of identity or purpose. Our clients come to us looking for understanding, relief, and practical tools to feel more grounded and hopeful. We meet each person with kindness, compassion, cultural awareness, and respect, tailoring care to their unique experiences and goals while supporting lasting emotional well-being.
We are a private, residential alcohol and drug treatment center located just fifteen minutes from the International Airport in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia. We are unique in our approach in providing a safe, respectful, and loving environment for beginning your road to recovery. We are a small center with private rooms which include an on-suite, lovely décor and the space you need to just relax and find some privacy. Our treatment program consists of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with an introduction to Twelve Step programs. There is a huge emphasis on education about the disease of addiction and relapse prevention. Our staff at Options is second to none with most in long-term recovery from drugs and alcohol. This brings a personal understanding that each and every client needs to be supported and cared for with compassion and understanding during their stay at Options. We offer incredible, nutritious meals and cater to those with special dietary needs. We also offer a unique, recovery-based yoga program. We strongly believe in treating the mind, body and spirit. Because treatment is only the beginning of recovery, we offer our unique Virtual Aftercare Program.
We are a private, residential alcohol and drug treatment center located just fifteen minutes from the International Airport in beautiful Kelowna, British Columbia. We are unique in our approach in providing a safe, respectful, and loving environment for beginning your road to recovery. We are a small center with private rooms which include an on-suite, lovely décor and the space you need to just relax and find some privacy. Our treatment program consists of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combined with an introduction to Twelve Step programs. There is a huge emphasis on education about the disease of addiction and relapse prevention. Our staff at Options is second to none with most in long-term recovery from drugs and alcohol. This brings a personal understanding that each and every client needs to be supported and cared for with compassion and understanding during their stay at Options. We offer incredible, nutritious meals and cater to those with special dietary needs. We also offer a unique, recovery-based yoga program. We strongly believe in treating the mind, body and spirit. Because treatment is only the beginning of recovery, we offer our unique Virtual Aftercare Program.
Sunshine Coast Health Centre is a private, licensed, residential addiction treatment facility for up to 37 men. While other programs focus on abstinence or reducing harm, we believe that the recovery process needs to move beyond mere healing. Instead, we help our clients experience personal transformation and full integration into society. Our programs are based largely on the theory and practice of Meaning-Centered Therapy (MCT) as a way to organize different therapies such as existential psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, CPT, EMDR, and more into a unified therapeutic approach.
Sunshine Coast Health Centre is a private, licensed, residential addiction treatment facility for up to 37 men. While other programs focus on abstinence or reducing harm, we believe that the recovery process needs to move beyond mere healing. Instead, we help our clients experience personal transformation and full integration into society. Our programs are based largely on the theory and practice of Meaning-Centered Therapy (MCT) as a way to organize different therapies such as existential psychotherapy, CBT, DBT, CPT, EMDR, and more into a unified therapeutic approach.
We have women from all walks of life come through our doors. Many have been using drugs or alcohol and understand they’ve become dependent on them. A large majority also come to us for high-quality psychiatric care to deal with serious stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma. All of our clients have experienced some professional success in their life and are highly motivated to work with qualified professionals to get their lives back on track.
We have women from all walks of life come through our doors. Many have been using drugs or alcohol and understand they’ve become dependent on them. A large majority also come to us for high-quality psychiatric care to deal with serious stress, depression, anxiety, or trauma. All of our clients have experienced some professional success in their life and are highly motivated to work with qualified professionals to get their lives back on track.
Paradise Valley Healing Center formerly known as Chopra Addiction & Wellness Center is a private residential center specializing in treating a broad range of addictive behaviours and psychological trauma. We are nestled on a peaceful 10-acre property set on the banks of the Cheakamus River only an hour's drive north of Vancouver, BC. What makes us unique is our holistic approach to healing that promotes balance and integration of body, mind and spirit. We will help you move beyond self destructive behaviour as you restore your health and transform your life. Our clinical program involves a collaborative bio-psychosocial and spiritual assessment. Guests experience a high standard of care from highly trained and compassionate healthcare professionals committed to providing the safety and expertise needed to work on underlying issues. The comprehensive healing method is trauma informed and combines evidence-based therapeutic tools supporting healthy sustainable change through assessment, treatment and post-residential stages. Treatment plans are customized to meet guests' needs. With a maximum of 16 residential guests, a high level of personal care and attention is assured.
Paradise Valley Healing Center formerly known as Chopra Addiction & Wellness Center is a private residential center specializing in treating a broad range of addictive behaviours and psychological trauma. We are nestled on a peaceful 10-acre property set on the banks of the Cheakamus River only an hour's drive north of Vancouver, BC. What makes us unique is our holistic approach to healing that promotes balance and integration of body, mind and spirit. We will help you move beyond self destructive behaviour as you restore your health and transform your life. Our clinical program involves a collaborative bio-psychosocial and spiritual assessment. Guests experience a high standard of care from highly trained and compassionate healthcare professionals committed to providing the safety and expertise needed to work on underlying issues. The comprehensive healing method is trauma informed and combines evidence-based therapeutic tools supporting healthy sustainable change through assessment, treatment and post-residential stages. Treatment plans are customized to meet guests' needs. With a maximum of 16 residential guests, a high level of personal care and attention is assured.
Over 35 years of youth and adult addiction treatment services for drug, alcohol, video game and nicotine addiction. Last Door is a licensed accredited nonprofit charity that offers Private Medical Detox, Private Residential Treatment, and Family Program Retreats. Last Door Recovery Centre’s programs are designed to integrate with current patient's mental health team, compounding pharmacology, psychotherapy CBT, acupuncture, residential treatment, social model programming and long term peer support integration. Last Door is part of the New West Recovery Community, which is considered North America's most dynamic vibrant community for people to recovery. We teach people to not only rely on the medical model of recovery, but the community model as well. Visit our website for more details.
Over 35 years of youth and adult addiction treatment services for drug, alcohol, video game and nicotine addiction. Last Door is a licensed accredited nonprofit charity that offers Private Medical Detox, Private Residential Treatment, and Family Program Retreats. Last Door Recovery Centre’s programs are designed to integrate with current patient's mental health team, compounding pharmacology, psychotherapy CBT, acupuncture, residential treatment, social model programming and long term peer support integration. Last Door is part of the New West Recovery Community, which is considered North America's most dynamic vibrant community for people to recovery. We teach people to not only rely on the medical model of recovery, but the community model as well. Visit our website for more details.
Situated in the beauty of Vancouver Island’s east coast, EHN Edgewood Nanaimo provides a tranquil setting for recovery. EHN Edgewood Nanaimo is designed for care where patients can recover from: addiction; trauma; PTSD; and sex and love addiction. EHN Edgewood Nanaimo offers programs tailored to treat: those struggling with relapse; professionals who have access to controlled substances as part of their job; LGBTQ+ individuals; Indigenous peoples; patients who have completed treatment and want to reintegrate more gradually into the external community; and family members of those struggling with mental health disorders or addiction.
Situated in the beauty of Vancouver Island’s east coast, EHN Edgewood Nanaimo provides a tranquil setting for recovery. EHN Edgewood Nanaimo is designed for care where patients can recover from: addiction; trauma; PTSD; and sex and love addiction. EHN Edgewood Nanaimo offers programs tailored to treat: those struggling with relapse; professionals who have access to controlled substances as part of their job; LGBTQ+ individuals; Indigenous peoples; patients who have completed treatment and want to reintegrate more gradually into the external community; and family members of those struggling with mental health disorders or addiction.
Our home style facility is located on private property in the heart of Kamloops, BC. Sage is a licensed private abstinence-based residential treatment centre that offers a customized, evidence-based treatment program for individuals who are struggling with addictions. Our co-ed facility focuses on providing a safe, welcoming, non-biased, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive environment for individuals to heal.
Our home style facility is located on private property in the heart of Kamloops, BC. Sage is a licensed private abstinence-based residential treatment centre that offers a customized, evidence-based treatment program for individuals who are struggling with addictions. Our co-ed facility focuses on providing a safe, welcoming, non-biased, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive environment for individuals to heal.
Founded in 1993 and located in Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island, Together We Can is one of Canada's premier treatment centres for men struggling with substance misuse issues. Our mission is to educate and support individuals and their families who desire a new life in recovery. We provide an immersive 60-90 day recovery-based primary addiction treatment experience and hosts an on-site medical clinic staffed by three physicians, a dietician, and a Registered Nurse. The medical clinic offers medication stabilization, detox/withdrawal management, and continued after-care. Together We Can offers a free program for families composed of an education group, grief and loss support group, and peer-based support meeting. Our staff and volunteers understand that long-term recovery is most successful when people are provided with health and wellness supports for physical, mental, and emotional healing. Our continuum of care includes residential and outpatient addiction treatment, transitional housing, after-care, and alumni initiatives.
Founded in 1993 and located in Metro Vancouver and Vancouver Island, Together We Can is one of Canada's premier treatment centres for men struggling with substance misuse issues. Our mission is to educate and support individuals and their families who desire a new life in recovery. We provide an immersive 60-90 day recovery-based primary addiction treatment experience and hosts an on-site medical clinic staffed by three physicians, a dietician, and a Registered Nurse. The medical clinic offers medication stabilization, detox/withdrawal management, and continued after-care. Together We Can offers a free program for families composed of an education group, grief and loss support group, and peer-based support meeting. Our staff and volunteers understand that long-term recovery is most successful when people are provided with health and wellness supports for physical, mental, and emotional healing. Our continuum of care includes residential and outpatient addiction treatment, transitional housing, after-care, and alumni initiatives.
Red Road Recovery is an addictions treatment centre for substance abuse and concurrent disorders located in Sorrento BC. Our rehabilitation program focuses on healing the mind, body and spirit through the bio/pyscho-social model, integrated with traditional indigenous healing practices and recovery through the 12 Steps. We believe everyone is different with their own underlying issues and needs, hence why we believe in building individualized treatment plans structured to address each client specifically. We have two other locations currently: Red Road Ranch in Lumby and Red Road Rise in Salmon Arm BC.
Red Road Recovery is an addictions treatment centre for substance abuse and concurrent disorders located in Sorrento BC. Our rehabilitation program focuses on healing the mind, body and spirit through the bio/pyscho-social model, integrated with traditional indigenous healing practices and recovery through the 12 Steps. We believe everyone is different with their own underlying issues and needs, hence why we believe in building individualized treatment plans structured to address each client specifically. We have two other locations currently: Red Road Ranch in Lumby and Red Road Rise in Salmon Arm BC.
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Anger Management Treatment Centres
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.