Anger Management training is being used today by families, for work related issues, as well as court ordered as a preliminary alternative to jail. It is very effective, as it addresses core behavioral issues. Cognition, perception, and behavioral factors are evaluated. NOTE: EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST MEET WITH FACILITATOR PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. TRAINING IS DONE IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH (SEPARATELY). PLEASE CALL 540-246-8155 TO SET UP YOUR SCREENING PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. Once weekly training.
Hosted by Mental Wellness Now, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT, CAMF, CMHCS
Group meets in Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Anger Management training is being used today by families, for work related issues, as well as court ordered as a preliminary alternative to jail. It is very effective, as it addresses core behavioral issues. Cognition, perception, and behavioral factors are evaluated. NOTE: EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST MEET WITH FACILITATOR PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. TRAINING IS DONE IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH (SEPARATELY). PLEASE CALL 540-246-8155 TO SET UP YOUR SCREENING PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. Once weekly training.
Beginning August 1st 2022, Mental Wellness Now, LLC will be offering GROUP THERAPY. We provide a comfortable environment. Limited space; reserve your by call Nancy at 540-246-8155.
A partir de Agust5 1o 2022, en Mental Wellness Now, LLC ofrecera TERAPIA en GRUPO. Proveemos un ambiente comodo. Espacio es limitado; reserva el tuyo llamando a Nancy al 540-246-8155.
Hosted by Mental Wellness Now, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT, CAMF, CMHCS
Group meets in Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Beginning August 1st 2022, Mental Wellness Now, LLC will be offering GROUP THERAPY. We provide a comfortable environment. Limited space; reserve your by call Nancy at 540-246-8155.
A partir de Agust5 1o 2022, en Mental Wellness Now, LLC ofrecera TERAPIA en GRUPO. Proveemos un ambiente comodo. Espacio es limitado; reserva el tuyo llamando a Nancy al 540-246-8155.
Separate groups for men and women wishing to learn non-violent alternatives to conflict.
Hosted by Judith Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Separate groups for men and women wishing to learn non-violent alternatives to conflict.
Online Groups
12 Groups to help you effectively manage your anger. Call today for more details.
Hosted by Wright Group Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP
Group meets in Charlottesville, VA 22903
12 Groups to help you effectively manage your anger. Call today for more details.
Our Virginia certified domestic violence intervention program provides trauma-informed care for voluntary and court-ordered participants. Rather than a ons-size-fits-all approach, our program is tiered from 24 to 52 weeks. We offer a sliding fee scale, based upon household income. Program graduates may continue attending free of charge. Our acceptance-based program fosters healthy boundaries, effective communication, mindfulness training, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, parenting skills, attachment security, healthy coping strategies, and personal agency. Participant workbooks are available on Amazon: EMAP: Emotionally Intelligent Mindful Acceptance-Based Program and Mindful Workbook for Women
Our Virginia certified domestic violence intervention program provides trauma-informed care for voluntary and court-ordered participants. Rather than a ons-size-fits-all approach, our program is tiered from 24 to 52 weeks. We offer a sliding fee scale, based upon household income. Program graduates may continue attending free of charge. Our acceptance-based program fosters healthy boundaries, effective communication, mindfulness training, conflict resolution, emotional regulation, parenting skills, attachment security, healthy coping strategies, and personal agency. Participant workbooks are available on Amazon: EMAP: Emotionally Intelligent Mindful Acceptance-Based Program and Mindful Workbook for Women
Emotional health affects how men manage behavior and navigate social complexities, both in their personal and professional lives. Most men desire to be emotionally healthy but lack the skills and motivation to get there. We are here to help. With a combination of psycho-education, in-session modeling, and interpersonal processing, we will work to help you meet your goals and live an emotionally healthier life. ---Group will be led by Licensed Residents in Counseling, Andy Hart and Michael Fahmy---Groups will meet across 13 weeks in person-Beginning January 2026.
Hosted by Michael M. Elgawly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Emotional health affects how men manage behavior and navigate social complexities, both in their personal and professional lives. Most men desire to be emotionally healthy but lack the skills and motivation to get there. We are here to help. With a combination of psycho-education, in-session modeling, and interpersonal processing, we will work to help you meet your goals and live an emotionally healthier life. ---Group will be led by Licensed Residents in Counseling, Andy Hart and Michael Fahmy---Groups will meet across 13 weeks in person-Beginning January 2026.
Research shows that men who are emotionally self-aware are clear in their understanding of what they do well, what drives and satisfies them, and which people and situations can be triggering. Emotional health affects how men manage behavior and navigate social complexities, both in their personal and professional lives. Most men desire to be emotionally healthy but lack the skills and motivation to get there. We are here to help. With a combination of psycho-education, in-session modeling, and interpersonal processing, we will work to help you meet your goals and live an emotionally healthier life.
Hosted by Paul W. Sarigianis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MABC, LPC
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Research shows that men who are emotionally self-aware are clear in their understanding of what they do well, what drives and satisfies them, and which people and situations can be triggering. Emotional health affects how men manage behavior and navigate social complexities, both in their personal and professional lives. Most men desire to be emotionally healthy but lack the skills and motivation to get there. We are here to help. With a combination of psycho-education, in-session modeling, and interpersonal processing, we will work to help you meet your goals and live an emotionally healthier life.
A supportive community for Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reserve members. Explore EFT Tapping, Polyvagal-informed nervous system support, grounding, mindfulness, and stress-reduction practices to support emotional regulation, resilience, and healing. Whether you're navigating military stress, deployment or reintegration, burnout, hypervigilance, grief, moral injury, relationship challenges, or life after service, you're welcome. Through group tapping and “Borrowing Benefits,” participants may experience relief and insight while focusing privately on their own concerns. No experience or sharing is required. Participation is voluntary and at your comfort level.
Hosted by Stephanie A. Seymour
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACP-EFT
Group meets in Woodbridge, VA 22192
A supportive community for Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reserve members. Explore EFT Tapping, Polyvagal-informed nervous system support, grounding, mindfulness, and stress-reduction practices to support emotional regulation, resilience, and healing. Whether you're navigating military stress, deployment or reintegration, burnout, hypervigilance, grief, moral injury, relationship challenges, or life after service, you're welcome. Through group tapping and “Borrowing Benefits,” participants may experience relief and insight while focusing privately on their own concerns. No experience or sharing is required. Participation is voluntary and at your comfort level.
Anger Management Groups are offered in a supportive, structured virtual setting for adults who want to better understand and manage their anger. This 10-week program focuses on identifying triggers, improving emotional regulation, developing healthier responses to stress, and strengthening communication skills. Groups are facilitated by a internationally certified anger management therapist and provide practical tools that can be applied in everyday situations. The program is appropriate for individuals seeking personal growth as well as those court-ordered or probation-referred to attend. A certificate of completion is provided upon successful participation. Contact for more information about upcoming groups.
Hosted by Heather Hensley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Midlothian, VA 23112
I support individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, anger, and those looking for mental health coaching.
Anger Management Groups are offered in a supportive, structured virtual setting for adults who want to better understand and manage their anger. This 10-week program focuses on identifying triggers, improving emotional regulation, developing healthier responses to stress, and strengthening communication skills. Groups are facilitated by a internationally certified anger management therapist and provide practical tools that can be applied in everyday situations. The program is appropriate for individuals seeking personal growth as well as those court-ordered or probation-referred to attend. A certificate of completion is provided upon successful participation. Contact for more information about upcoming groups.
If your emotions are leading to dysfunction, strained relationships and/or anxiety, this 2-hour session is a great first step. During this group class, you'll assess your emotional management skills and leave better equipped to effectively harness your emotions on a daily basis.
Hosted by Margaret Norman and Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23228
If your emotions are leading to dysfunction, strained relationships and/or anxiety, this 2-hour session is a great first step. During this group class, you'll assess your emotional management skills and leave better equipped to effectively harness your emotions on a daily basis.
Do you find yourself getting so angry that you lose control? Do you regret the way you act or treat your loved ones when you are mad? Do people around you tell you to get help? You are not alone. This anger management group will help you to understand what causes your anger and will teach you new ways to respond to this strong emotion. This is a fully virtual group that meets once per week. We are currently accepting new members for our Monday morning group and taking members for the wait list for additional group times.
Hosted by Lauren K. Nickum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAC
Group meets in Springfield, VA 22152
Do you find yourself getting so angry that you lose control? Do you regret the way you act or treat your loved ones when you are mad? Do people around you tell you to get help? You are not alone. This anger management group will help you to understand what causes your anger and will teach you new ways to respond to this strong emotion. This is a fully virtual group that meets once per week. We are currently accepting new members for our Monday morning group and taking members for the wait list for additional group times.
The course price includes your certificate of completion. We do not charge additional fees for providing these documents.
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The course price includes your certificate of completion. We do not charge additional fees for providing these documents.
An 8-week virtual support group designed for women of color who are seeking connection, healing, and empowerment. Sessions are 60 minutes each week and blend psychoeducation, reflection, somatic grounding, and group discussion. Guided by a trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapist, Roots & Rising helps participants explore identity, boundaries, generational patterns, and self-compassion in a supportive community of women who truly understand.
An 8-week virtual support group designed for women of color who are seeking connection, healing, and empowerment. Sessions are 60 minutes each week and blend psychoeducation, reflection, somatic grounding, and group discussion. Guided by a trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapist, Roots & Rising helps participants explore identity, boundaries, generational patterns, and self-compassion in a supportive community of women who truly understand.
MOC group is a safe space and empowering space designed for men from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds to connect, share experiences, and receive emotional and social support. These groups address the unique challenges men of color face, including racism, discrimination, mental health stigma, masculinity norms, and societal pressures.
Hosted by Althilia Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, PhD can, MS
Group meets in Manassas, VA 20110
MOC group is a safe space and empowering space designed for men from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds to connect, share experiences, and receive emotional and social support. These groups address the unique challenges men of color face, including racism, discrimination, mental health stigma, masculinity norms, and societal pressures.
Are you stuck in the past or in constant worry about the future? This group uses mindfulness and meditation to bring peace and harmony back to your life. The group is designed for teens and will focus on Anger Management, Anxiety, and Depression using Dialectical Behavior (DBT) techniques. The group will meet every Sat 10 A.M. - 11 A.M in an online environment.
Hosted by Hope & Harmony Online Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Culpeper, VA 22701
Are you stuck in the past or in constant worry about the future? This group uses mindfulness and meditation to bring peace and harmony back to your life. The group is designed for teens and will focus on Anger Management, Anxiety, and Depression using Dialectical Behavior (DBT) techniques. The group will meet every Sat 10 A.M. - 11 A.M in an online environment.
Men’s Empowerment Group A supportive space for men to grow, heal, and thrive. This group is dedicated to addressing key issues affecting men's lives, including: Trauma Recovery Fatherlessness & Family Dynamics Substance Use & Recovery Self-Esteem & Identity Life Purpose & Direction Spirituality & Inner Growth Personal Empowerment Through honest conversation, peer support, and guided reflection, we help men build strength, resilience, and deeper connections — with themselves and others.
Hosted by Dr. Nickolas Spears
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23294
Men’s Empowerment Group A supportive space for men to grow, heal, and thrive. This group is dedicated to addressing key issues affecting men's lives, including: Trauma Recovery Fatherlessness & Family Dynamics Substance Use & Recovery Self-Esteem & Identity Life Purpose & Direction Spirituality & Inner Growth Personal Empowerment Through honest conversation, peer support, and guided reflection, we help men build strength, resilience, and deeper connections — with themselves and others.
The unique concerns of men are the core focus of this group. Men's relationships to the people in their lives (families, children, partners, bosses, and friends) and how to have satisfying and successful relationships is emphasized. This group utilizes a variety of cool techniques to achieve our goals. Men are asked to read, journal, and discuss important facets of their development. I have extensive training with some of the world's leading clinicians for men's concerns and my years of training and apprenticeship with these figures informs the content of this group. It will be an experience.
The unique concerns of men are the core focus of this group. Men's relationships to the people in their lives (families, children, partners, bosses, and friends) and how to have satisfying and successful relationships is emphasized. This group utilizes a variety of cool techniques to achieve our goals. Men are asked to read, journal, and discuss important facets of their development. I have extensive training with some of the world's leading clinicians for men's concerns and my years of training and apprenticeship with these figures informs the content of this group. It will be an experience.
The Center for Counseling and Growth is now offering a 12-week Anger Management Program designed to help individuals: ? Understand the root of anger ? Learn healthy coping and emotional regulation skills ? Improve communication and relationships ? Respond rather than react This course provides a supportive, structured, and non-judgmental environment for adults (ages 18 years+) focused on real-life skills and lasting change.
Hosted by Center for Counseling and Growth, PLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Winchester, VA 22601
The Center for Counseling and Growth is now offering a 12-week Anger Management Program designed to help individuals: ? Understand the root of anger ? Learn healthy coping and emotional regulation skills ? Improve communication and relationships ? Respond rather than react This course provides a supportive, structured, and non-judgmental environment for adults (ages 18 years+) focused on real-life skills and lasting change.
Anger Management for women is Spanish
Hosted by Vittoria Donato Grant, LPC Trauma Therapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Anger Management for women is Spanish
For men of all ages, this group focuses on developing skills to help when you become emotionally overwhelmed You will learn simple techniques to help you act from the peaceful place within you. Whether it's the family you grew up in, your wife, friends or the guy who just cut you off in traffic, you'll learn that you are never separated from a quiet wisdom which can solve the problem at hand.
Hosted by Robert C Rannigan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Group meets in Charlottesville, VA 22901
For men of all ages, this group focuses on developing skills to help when you become emotionally overwhelmed You will learn simple techniques to help you act from the peaceful place within you. Whether it's the family you grew up in, your wife, friends or the guy who just cut you off in traffic, you'll learn that you are never separated from a quiet wisdom which can solve the problem at hand.
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Anger Management Support Groups
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.