Anger Management Counselling in East London, London

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Woodford CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East London, London E18
Reaching out for help can be daunting so you have already made a positive first step. I am an experienced therapist who has helped people of all ages, genders and backgrounds overcome issues such as anxiety, depression, and anger management problems. My role is to help you understand the source of your current difficulties and find a solution.
Reaching out for help can be daunting so you have already made a positive first step. I am an experienced therapist who has helped people of all ages, genders and backgrounds overcome issues such as anxiety, depression, and anger management problems. My role is to help you understand the source of your current difficulties and find a solution.
020 3912 9642 View 020 3912 9642
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Mohaia Amin
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East London, London E18
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy training. I have also trained in Compassion Focused Therapy and ACT. My extensive work using CBT has been with clients with major psychological problems and I have until recently been working at The Priory. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient settings and have worked with clients from varied cultures and backgrounds. As a therapist I have worked with clients struggling with anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), health anxiety, anger management, generalised anxiety, depression and bereavement and have supported
I am a fully qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy training. I have also trained in Compassion Focused Therapy and ACT. My extensive work using CBT has been with clients with major psychological problems and I have until recently been working at The Priory. I have worked in outpatient and inpatient settings and have worked with clients from varied cultures and backgrounds. As a therapist I have worked with clients struggling with anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), health anxiety, anger management, generalised anxiety, depression and bereavement and have supported
020 8103 9071 View 020 8103 9071
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Roland Pakkiri
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I help my clients work through tough times in their lives. Typically my clients come to me for a variety of challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, feelings of low mood or high stress. I help men and women predominantly work through anger issues, challenges around trauma, boundary setting and addiction as well.
I help my clients work through tough times in their lives. Typically my clients come to me for a variety of challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, panic attacks, feelings of low mood or high stress. I help men and women predominantly work through anger issues, challenges around trauma, boundary setting and addiction as well.
0118 230 2031 View 0118 230 2031
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Vision Counselling & Supervision
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hello, my name is Helen, very often things stand in our way to us enjoying even the simplest pleasures in life. You may need help with Anger, Anxiety, Guilt, Shame, Depression or Stress. You may be experiencing a Relationship Breakdown, struggling to come to terms with the death of someone or you may want to become more self aware, then Vision Counselling Service is here to help you. I am a counsellor, supervisor & manager of Vision Counselling offering you a choice of counsellors best suited to your counselling needs . Do feel free to book a confidential telephone call to discuss your requirements further.
Hello, my name is Helen, very often things stand in our way to us enjoying even the simplest pleasures in life. You may need help with Anger, Anxiety, Guilt, Shame, Depression or Stress. You may be experiencing a Relationship Breakdown, struggling to come to terms with the death of someone or you may want to become more self aware, then Vision Counselling Service is here to help you. I am a counsellor, supervisor & manager of Vision Counselling offering you a choice of counsellors best suited to your counselling needs . Do feel free to book a confidential telephone call to discuss your requirements further.
01386 577206 View 01386 577206
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Alice McGurran
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
East London, London E1
Anger, shame, childhood difficulties, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, perfectionism – these are some of my areas of work.
You are a point of view, a perspective – I'm here to get to know you and how you construct your reality. Why are you who you are? What has happened to you? What are your strengths, what holds you back? How do you get in your own way? We can all get stuck and become rigid in how we look at the world, and - most importantly - how we look at ourselves. Therapy is a space where we can experiment with looking at things differently, to see whether we can find a new way of being that serves us better, here, today, rather than feeling held down by the past, or like we don't have agency over the direction of our lives.
Anger, shame, childhood difficulties, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, perfectionism – these are some of my areas of work.
You are a point of view, a perspective – I'm here to get to know you and how you construct your reality. Why are you who you are? What has happened to you? What are your strengths, what holds you back? How do you get in your own way? We can all get stuck and become rigid in how we look at the world, and - most importantly - how we look at ourselves. Therapy is a space where we can experiment with looking at things differently, to see whether we can find a new way of being that serves us better, here, today, rather than feeling held down by the past, or like we don't have agency over the direction of our lives.
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Peter Evans
Counsellor, BPC
Verified Verified
Online Only
We are all capable of holding on to feelings of doubt, mistrust, fear, anger and resentment (sometimes without being conscious of the fact).
I am an experienced psychodynamic counsellor and I offer a confidential, safe and non-judgemental space where your thoughts and feelings can be brought, shared and explored. I work with a wide range of client challenges: anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, relationship problems, anger and addiction. I am registered with both the BPC and BACP and I provide open-ended psychodynamic counselling on ZOOM and telephone. Therapy in the comfort of your own home and no need for travel!
We are all capable of holding on to feelings of doubt, mistrust, fear, anger and resentment (sometimes without being conscious of the fact).
I am an experienced psychodynamic counsellor and I offer a confidential, safe and non-judgemental space where your thoughts and feelings can be brought, shared and explored. I work with a wide range of client challenges: anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, relationship problems, anger and addiction. I am registered with both the BPC and BACP and I provide open-ended psychodynamic counselling on ZOOM and telephone. Therapy in the comfort of your own home and no need for travel!
020 3910 6976 View 020 3910 6976
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Amy Jo Spitalier
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East London, London E1
Certain life events, transitions, or longstanding struggles can cause our usual ways of coping to break down, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and extremely distressed. To continue to function, drugs, alcohol, food, self harm, sex, social media, a depressive state or abusive behaviour can be used to numb the distress or stand in for what feels missing. But this often leads to feelings of guilt, shame, anger or blame – whether of oneself or others. It can feel like being trapped in a loop of unsatisfactory or harmful relationships, or like reaching a dead-end, with confusion about finding a meaningful path ahead.
Certain life events, transitions, or longstanding struggles can cause our usual ways of coping to break down, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and extremely distressed. To continue to function, drugs, alcohol, food, self harm, sex, social media, a depressive state or abusive behaviour can be used to numb the distress or stand in for what feels missing. But this often leads to feelings of guilt, shame, anger or blame – whether of oneself or others. It can feel like being trapped in a loop of unsatisfactory or harmful relationships, or like reaching a dead-end, with confusion about finding a meaningful path ahead.
020 3984 8433 View 020 3984 8433
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Max Noak: Analytical Psychology and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, BPC
Verified Verified
East London, London E2
Some people seek psychotherapy and counselling because of a quiet desire for something more, some because of an absence of joy and liveliness, some feel a lingering sadness, some find themselves in shallow relationships, some are suffering the pains of depression, anxiety or anger, some feel close to madness, some are curious to take a closer look at the riches within.
Some people seek psychotherapy and counselling because of a quiet desire for something more, some because of an absence of joy and liveliness, some feel a lingering sadness, some find themselves in shallow relationships, some are suffering the pains of depression, anxiety or anger, some feel close to madness, some are curious to take a closer look at the riches within.
020 4538 9344 View 020 4538 9344
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Su Grant - Forest Therapy Centre
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
East London, London E18
Relationship issues/individual/couples, Anxiety Disorder, Self Esteem/confidence, Personality Disorders (Narcissists Specialist) LGBTQS, Anger Management, Barnardos Adoption, Depression, Motivational Life and Coaching.
Hello, I’m one of the most experienced counsellors in our area, having 25 years experience to date. Generally clients pay as they go. I also work privately through insurance company referrals such as PPP/Bupa/Aviva Etc. Professional, yet approachable and friendly practitioner. Proud to be known as challenging when circumstances require this! Many clients whom I have worked with said this was exactly what they needed from a counselling psychotherapist, especially if previous experience of practitioners whom have been overtly passive. Together we shall accessand implement YOUR inner wisdom! FTC also have many alternatives for you!
Relationship issues/individual/couples, Anxiety Disorder, Self Esteem/confidence, Personality Disorders (Narcissists Specialist) LGBTQS, Anger Management, Barnardos Adoption, Depression, Motivational Life and Coaching.
Hello, I’m one of the most experienced counsellors in our area, having 25 years experience to date. Generally clients pay as they go. I also work privately through insurance company referrals such as PPP/Bupa/Aviva Etc. Professional, yet approachable and friendly practitioner. Proud to be known as challenging when circumstances require this! Many clients whom I have worked with said this was exactly what they needed from a counselling psychotherapist, especially if previous experience of practitioners whom have been overtly passive. Together we shall accessand implement YOUR inner wisdom! FTC also have many alternatives for you!
020 3856 7847 View 020 3856 7847
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Forth Counselling & CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East London, London E1
In addition to therapy for common mental health issues and life events (stress, anger, worry, low mood, bereavement, traumas/PTSD), I offer specialist therapy for OCD.
Life can surprise and challenge us in many ways. Having a safe space and the support of a therapist can help you explore and 'make sense' of what's troubling you, build new perspectives and move forward in life in healthier ways.
In addition to therapy for common mental health issues and life events (stress, anger, worry, low mood, bereavement, traumas/PTSD), I offer specialist therapy for OCD.
Life can surprise and challenge us in many ways. Having a safe space and the support of a therapist can help you explore and 'make sense' of what's troubling you, build new perspectives and move forward in life in healthier ways.
020 4572 1715 View 020 4572 1715
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Nick Anthony Wolstenholme
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Verified Verified
East London, London E2
People come to psychotherapy and counselling for many different reasons. Perhaps it is a time of crisis or difficulty when feelings have become overwhelming and difficult to share with people that you might normally. It could be that this is linked to a desire to gain a deeper self-understanding. Simply talking to the right therapist for you can provide relief. I have a wide experience of working with different conditions and situations, in particular depression, anxiety, anger and relationship issues. I work with an emphasis on facilitating your enquiry in a safe and effective way, within a supportive relationship.
People come to psychotherapy and counselling for many different reasons. Perhaps it is a time of crisis or difficulty when feelings have become overwhelming and difficult to share with people that you might normally. It could be that this is linked to a desire to gain a deeper self-understanding. Simply talking to the right therapist for you can provide relief. I have a wide experience of working with different conditions and situations, in particular depression, anxiety, anger and relationship issues. I work with an emphasis on facilitating your enquiry in a safe and effective way, within a supportive relationship.
020 4538 5537 View 020 4538 5537
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BG Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
East London, London E4
Hello, all are welcome. Anxiety, stress, depression and anger can creep up on us or appear quite suddenly. Sometimes life just gets too hard and we cannot cope. You may not even know why you feel the way you do, even so, talking with someone impartial can really help. I believe that mental health is no different to physical health in that systems can become unbalanced and give us problems. Support from a Counsellor can help to rebalance your mind. You may feel unsure but I encourage you to come and meet me, then see how you feel.
Hello, all are welcome. Anxiety, stress, depression and anger can creep up on us or appear quite suddenly. Sometimes life just gets too hard and we cannot cope. You may not even know why you feel the way you do, even so, talking with someone impartial can really help. I believe that mental health is no different to physical health in that systems can become unbalanced and give us problems. Support from a Counsellor can help to rebalance your mind. You may feel unsure but I encourage you to come and meet me, then see how you feel.
07723 491485 View 07723 491485
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Tom Evans
Psychotherapist, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
East London, London E10
I work with wide range of psychological and emotional issues, be that stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy, shame, self-esteem issues, anger, issues of power & oppression, trauma, and others.
Welcome. I'm Tom, I offer culturally sensitive therapy through an intersectional lens. As a therapist, my primary responsibility is to create a safe space for you to feel accepted and valued for who you are. A space for you to bring your whole self without judgement. To explore the identities and intricacies you hold, and how these many facets make you, and your reasons for coming to therapy, unique. I hope we may find our way of working together, suited to wherever you are on your journey at this moment.
I work with wide range of psychological and emotional issues, be that stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy, shame, self-esteem issues, anger, issues of power & oppression, trauma, and others.
Welcome. I'm Tom, I offer culturally sensitive therapy through an intersectional lens. As a therapist, my primary responsibility is to create a safe space for you to feel accepted and valued for who you are. A space for you to bring your whole self without judgement. To explore the identities and intricacies you hold, and how these many facets make you, and your reasons for coming to therapy, unique. I hope we may find our way of working together, suited to wherever you are on your journey at this moment.
020 7870 1263 View 020 7870 1263
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Kathy Gale
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
East London, London E17
I cover all psychotherapeutic and counselling issues and my specialities include relationships, couples counselling, families, work and career, writing and creativity, sex and sexuality, LGBTQIA+, conflict and anger management, childhood sexual abuse, self-esteem, self-worth, anxiety and dreams.
I am a warm and thoughtful psychotherapist, counsellor, executive coach and mentor, with over 20 years' experience. I work with individuals, couples, family members, and with organisations and groups. When life is a struggle, talking to a skilled and experienced psychotherapist can help. If you are low in confidence or self-esteem, struggling with grief or loss, finding it hard to manage your anger, experiencing difference, exclusion and/or alienation, or facing challenges at work, therapy can help you to find rewarding and helpful ways forward. Couples and family members can overcome problems and improve their relationships.
I cover all psychotherapeutic and counselling issues and my specialities include relationships, couples counselling, families, work and career, writing and creativity, sex and sexuality, LGBTQIA+, conflict and anger management, childhood sexual abuse, self-esteem, self-worth, anxiety and dreams.
I am a warm and thoughtful psychotherapist, counsellor, executive coach and mentor, with over 20 years' experience. I work with individuals, couples, family members, and with organisations and groups. When life is a struggle, talking to a skilled and experienced psychotherapist can help. If you are low in confidence or self-esteem, struggling with grief or loss, finding it hard to manage your anger, experiencing difference, exclusion and/or alienation, or facing challenges at work, therapy can help you to find rewarding and helpful ways forward. Couples and family members can overcome problems and improve their relationships.
020 3893 2842 View 020 3893 2842
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San Wong
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
East London, London E14
Here are some of the most common problems I can help with: - ADHD - Autism - Specific Learning Difference (SPLD) - Speech disorder - Social disorder - Depression - Anxiety - Addictive - Relationship Difficulties - Grief and Trauma Management - Stress and Anger Management - Low Self Esteem - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - Post Traumatic S.
Are you struggling for your kid's emotion and hyperactivity? I am here to help you. I am San Vtgotsky Wong. I am a Senior Clinical Psychotherapist and University Supervisor, expert in ADHD and autism clients for 25 years. I am very passionate about therapeutic interventions that vary from deep psychological interventions based on the client's history and memories, to an emphasis on the relationship between therapist and client, including their cultural context and systems. I am also very interested in using symbolic representations and meanings in the therapeutic setting to assist clients on their reflections and self-awareness.
Here are some of the most common problems I can help with: - ADHD - Autism - Specific Learning Difference (SPLD) - Speech disorder - Social disorder - Depression - Anxiety - Addictive - Relationship Difficulties - Grief and Trauma Management - Stress and Anger Management - Low Self Esteem - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - Post Traumatic S.
Are you struggling for your kid's emotion and hyperactivity? I am here to help you. I am San Vtgotsky Wong. I am a Senior Clinical Psychotherapist and University Supervisor, expert in ADHD and autism clients for 25 years. I am very passionate about therapeutic interventions that vary from deep psychological interventions based on the client's history and memories, to an emphasis on the relationship between therapist and client, including their cultural context and systems. I am also very interested in using symbolic representations and meanings in the therapeutic setting to assist clients on their reflections and self-awareness.
020 8138 8672 View 020 8138 8672
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Fahmida Khanum
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
East London, London E6
I also work with young children who may be having difficulties with anger, parental separation, bereavement and loss, child abuse, self-esteem and friendship issues.
As a psychotherapist I can help you to overcome emotional pain and unrest. I believe most people experience difficulties in their relationships with others as well as themselves, which is why a good therapeutic relationship is the foundation of the healing process. I do this by building and strengthening the therapeutic relationship between us, creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts and feelings. The ultimate goal would be to let you explore your strategies in managing emotional conflicts, enabling you to move forward. I have extensive experience in this field with very positive results.
I also work with young children who may be having difficulties with anger, parental separation, bereavement and loss, child abuse, self-esteem and friendship issues.
As a psychotherapist I can help you to overcome emotional pain and unrest. I believe most people experience difficulties in their relationships with others as well as themselves, which is why a good therapeutic relationship is the foundation of the healing process. I do this by building and strengthening the therapeutic relationship between us, creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to share your thoughts and feelings. The ultimate goal would be to let you explore your strategies in managing emotional conflicts, enabling you to move forward. I have extensive experience in this field with very positive results.
07480 609351 View 07480 609351
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Carola Stefan
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
East London, London E8
I support clients with a broad range of emotional and psychological difficulties such as anxiety, OCD, depression, panic disorder, stress, health problems, loss, profound life changes, anger management, intense emotional experiences, low self-esteem or desire for personal development.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS and private practice with 20 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am warm, compassionate and commited in helping people make meaningful changes in their lives. My work integrates different therapeutic approaches such as the Gestalt Framework, Mindfulness or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am passionate about helping people navigate themselves through crises and difficult times. Although we cannot change the past, we can change the way we look at it through reflection, dialogue and experience in the here and now.
I support clients with a broad range of emotional and psychological difficulties such as anxiety, OCD, depression, panic disorder, stress, health problems, loss, profound life changes, anger management, intense emotional experiences, low self-esteem or desire for personal development.
I am a Clinical Psychologist working in the NHS and private practice with 20 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I am warm, compassionate and commited in helping people make meaningful changes in their lives. My work integrates different therapeutic approaches such as the Gestalt Framework, Mindfulness or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I am passionate about helping people navigate themselves through crises and difficult times. Although we cannot change the past, we can change the way we look at it through reflection, dialogue and experience in the here and now.
020 8016 3031 View 020 8016 3031
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Lee Millward
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
East London, London E1
It’s not unusual to have feelings that weigh us down and reach a stage of great distress and hopelessness. Whether you feel you are in crisis or just want to get to grips with thoughts and feelings that may be disturbing you, I can help. You might feel anxiety, depression, anger or shame. You might be having relationship problems or going through big changes in your life like the loss of a loved one or a job that have a big impact on you and you need help to cope with. Or there may be something inside you that you have lived with for some time and that gets in the way and prevents you from leading a fuller and happier life.
It’s not unusual to have feelings that weigh us down and reach a stage of great distress and hopelessness. Whether you feel you are in crisis or just want to get to grips with thoughts and feelings that may be disturbing you, I can help. You might feel anxiety, depression, anger or shame. You might be having relationship problems or going through big changes in your life like the loss of a loved one or a job that have a big impact on you and you need help to cope with. Or there may be something inside you that you have lived with for some time and that gets in the way and prevents you from leading a fuller and happier life.
020 3984 7552 View 020 3984 7552
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Josephine Basedow
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Hello my name is Josephine. I offer Relational - Traumatophilic - Psychotherapy online - I work with people facing a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anxiety, low mood & depression, disordered eating, OCD presentations, bereavement, loss, suicidality, identity-related issues (sexual, gender, race), relationship difficulties, shame, anger, childhood and other trauma (including relational/attachment trauma, C-PTSD, transgenerational trauma, sexual abuse, neglect, homelessness, torture/war/loss of home, loss of status/family, major life transitions, move from one country to another/culture to another)
Hello my name is Josephine. I offer Relational - Traumatophilic - Psychotherapy online - I work with people facing a wide range of issues including but not limited to: anxiety, low mood & depression, disordered eating, OCD presentations, bereavement, loss, suicidality, identity-related issues (sexual, gender, race), relationship difficulties, shame, anger, childhood and other trauma (including relational/attachment trauma, C-PTSD, transgenerational trauma, sexual abuse, neglect, homelessness, torture/war/loss of home, loss of status/family, major life transitions, move from one country to another/culture to another)
01303 765417 View 01303 765417
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Nirosha Sirisena
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
East London, London E1
Do you experience anxiety, depression, grief, emptiness or anger? Do you feel alone or overwhelmed by these feelings ? Most people do and most people feel they have no other option but to stay feeling that way. The truth is that everyone will experience difficulties and difficult situations either in their personal or work life. Some are harder to deal with on your own. A friendly, experienced, listening ear can really make a positive difference to your life.
Do you experience anxiety, depression, grief, emptiness or anger? Do you feel alone or overwhelmed by these feelings ? Most people do and most people feel they have no other option but to stay feeling that way. The truth is that everyone will experience difficulties and difficult situations either in their personal or work life. Some are harder to deal with on your own. A friendly, experienced, listening ear can really make a positive difference to your life.
020 3835 5899 View 020 3835 5899
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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.