Anger Management Therapists in Greene County, AL

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Ashley Loeb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
My specialties are adjustment issues; life stress; anger; anxiety; depression; family conflict; self esteem and confidence; grief and loss.
I enjoy working with clients to help identify their strengths, overcome obstacles and build their self-esteem. I work with clients to normalize their feelings and increase their self-awareness. I am passionate about removing the stigma from therapy and mental health treatment. I try to promote mindfulness when dealing with strong emotions and work to offer clients a safe and nonjudgmental place to share their feelings.
My specialties are adjustment issues; life stress; anger; anxiety; depression; family conflict; self esteem and confidence; grief and loss.
I enjoy working with clients to help identify their strengths, overcome obstacles and build their self-esteem. I work with clients to normalize their feelings and increase their self-awareness. I am passionate about removing the stigma from therapy and mental health treatment. I try to promote mindfulness when dealing with strong emotions and work to offer clients a safe and nonjudgmental place to share their feelings.
(205) 538-3099 View (205) 538-3099
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Rev. Dr. Tommie Watkins Jr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35209
My ideal client is one that perhaps is dealing with feelings of fear, anger, envy, uncertainty, depression, perhaps amplified by strong religious convictions and spiritual uncertainty. They are particularly uncomfortable with being vulnerable often negligent in discussing feelings and issues of religion and spirituality, but will allow a few conversations to explore what their particular and specific issues and beliefs may be, including past traumas and sexual abuse issues. This client would be open to exploring their spirituality (not religion) as a means of developing and improving coping skills and spiritual strategies.
My ideal client is one that perhaps is dealing with feelings of fear, anger, envy, uncertainty, depression, perhaps amplified by strong religious convictions and spiritual uncertainty. They are particularly uncomfortable with being vulnerable often negligent in discussing feelings and issues of religion and spirituality, but will allow a few conversations to explore what their particular and specific issues and beliefs may be, including past traumas and sexual abuse issues. This client would be open to exploring their spirituality (not religion) as a means of developing and improving coping skills and spiritual strategies.
(205) 772-8080 View (205) 772-8080
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New Beginnings Therapy LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Calera, AL 35040
Coping with emotional issues alone can be frightening, embarrassing, and can cause you to have feelings of uncertainty, anger, and self blame.
My passion for counseling comes from the enjoyment of being able to engage the client into sharing their life stories and seeing the positive outcomes of overcoming those issues that are keeping the client from living a fully engaging life. As an experienced counselor, the most rewarding feeling comes from seeing clients transition from emotional and mental anguish into a more peaceful mind and soul. Clients can be assured that they will have a warm, caring, and non-judgmental therapist who will listen and be present with them on their journey to well-being.
Coping with emotional issues alone can be frightening, embarrassing, and can cause you to have feelings of uncertainty, anger, and self blame.
My passion for counseling comes from the enjoyment of being able to engage the client into sharing their life stories and seeing the positive outcomes of overcoming those issues that are keeping the client from living a fully engaging life. As an experienced counselor, the most rewarding feeling comes from seeing clients transition from emotional and mental anguish into a more peaceful mind and soul. Clients can be assured that they will have a warm, caring, and non-judgmental therapist who will listen and be present with them on their journey to well-being.
(659) 200-6397 View (659) 200-6397
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Gwendolyn Miniard
Associate Licensed Counselor, MS, CAMS-I, ALC
Verified Verified
Northport, AL 35473
I am also a Certified Grief Specialist and NAMA Certified Anger Management Specialist, who can provide court mandated anger management classes and grief counseling in person or by Zoom.
Are you or a family member struggling with managing your mental health? If you answered yes, it is very understandable. We are facing unprecedented times and having someone to assist you in managing your mental health could be needed. As an Associate Licensed Counselor, I believe therapy should be individualized to meet the needs of each client. I am diligent in helping individuals, children, and families in overcoming mental health challenges.
I am also a Certified Grief Specialist and NAMA Certified Anger Management Specialist, who can provide court mandated anger management classes and grief counseling in person or by Zoom.
Are you or a family member struggling with managing your mental health? If you answered yes, it is very understandable. We are facing unprecedented times and having someone to assist you in managing your mental health could be needed. As an Associate Licensed Counselor, I believe therapy should be individualized to meet the needs of each client. I am diligent in helping individuals, children, and families in overcoming mental health challenges.
(205) 537-0584 View (205) 537-0584
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Impact Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
IMPACT has several counselors and therapists on staff with training, background, and experience in most areas of counseling. IMPACT provides counseling solutions to people who are seeking to make changes in their life. We specialize in marital conflict, divorce, relationship problems, grief, anger, troubled teens, depression, stress, anxiety, and financial troubles.
IMPACT has several counselors and therapists on staff with training, background, and experience in most areas of counseling. IMPACT provides counseling solutions to people who are seeking to make changes in their life. We specialize in marital conflict, divorce, relationship problems, grief, anger, troubled teens, depression, stress, anxiety, and financial troubles.
(205) 289-8679 View (205) 289-8679
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Selah Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Since 2009 Lindsay has counseled in a variety of settings from residential to outpatient to schools. She has taught classes on healthy relationships, communication, conflict resolution and anger management. Believing that to be 99% known is to be unknown Lindsay desires for clients to feel safe and free to be transparent about their struggles. She is honored
Since 2009 Lindsay has counseled in a variety of settings from residential to outpatient to schools. She has taught classes on healthy relationships, communication, conflict resolution and anger management. Believing that to be 99% known is to be unknown Lindsay desires for clients to feel safe and free to be transparent about their struggles. She is honored
(659) 224-2531 View (659) 224-2531
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Mikala Pickens
Counselor, MS, ALC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hueytown, AL 35023
I specialize in treating autism, anger, ADHD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, academic stress, grief, and many other issues.
I have 9 years of experience working with adults, teens, and college students with a variety of mental health needs and life goals. My main goal is to truly see you as you are, affirm you and embrace your strengths, and work with you to determine achievable goals that will lead to a better quality of life. I take into account all experiences and identities that you bring to the table and how they have affected you. My main function as a therapist is to provide you with a safe place to process these events and experiences and also give you some helpful skills and techniques to use throughout life’s journey.
I specialize in treating autism, anger, ADHD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, academic stress, grief, and many other issues.
I have 9 years of experience working with adults, teens, and college students with a variety of mental health needs and life goals. My main goal is to truly see you as you are, affirm you and embrace your strengths, and work with you to determine achievable goals that will lead to a better quality of life. I take into account all experiences and identities that you bring to the table and how they have affected you. My main function as a therapist is to provide you with a safe place to process these events and experiences and also give you some helpful skills and techniques to use throughout life’s journey.
(205) 202-0549 View (205) 202-0549
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Kimberly Tubbs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Kimberly Tubbs is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of counseling experience. Kim graduated from the University of Alabama in 2010 with a focus on marriage and family therapy and counselor education. Kimberly has worked in substance abuse settings, which provides her the opportunity to assist clients with a range of issues. Kimberly also has a background in juvenile justice, domestic violence, family therapy, anger management, and mood disorders. Kimberly prefers to approach therapy with the idea that the client is an expert in their own life and has the ultimate capacity for change.
Kimberly Tubbs is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 10 years of counseling experience. Kim graduated from the University of Alabama in 2010 with a focus on marriage and family therapy and counselor education. Kimberly has worked in substance abuse settings, which provides her the opportunity to assist clients with a range of issues. Kimberly also has a background in juvenile justice, domestic violence, family therapy, anger management, and mood disorders. Kimberly prefers to approach therapy with the idea that the client is an expert in their own life and has the ultimate capacity for change.
(205) 927-4703 View (205) 927-4703
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Catherine Clayton Prince
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
We all have times that we feel overwhelmed by sadness, anger, fear, guilt, or shame.
Do you find it difficult to be kind and compassionate toward yourself? Are you mired in self-criticism or paralyzed by self doubt? Have you felt overwhelmed by life? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? The Persian poet Rumi very wisely stated that the wound is the very place where the light enters. Often it is only through the vulnerability produced by our struggles that we increase our awareness, move toward growth, and are open to making changes. We all experience times that we find ourselves struggling to heal from wounds inflicted by what we encounter as we journey down the difficult road of life.
We all have times that we feel overwhelmed by sadness, anger, fear, guilt, or shame.
Do you find it difficult to be kind and compassionate toward yourself? Are you mired in self-criticism or paralyzed by self doubt? Have you felt overwhelmed by life? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? The Persian poet Rumi very wisely stated that the wound is the very place where the light enters. Often it is only through the vulnerability produced by our struggles that we increase our awareness, move toward growth, and are open to making changes. We all experience times that we find ourselves struggling to heal from wounds inflicted by what we encounter as we journey down the difficult road of life.
(205) 270-5926 View (205) 270-5926
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Cheri Lynn Flow
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35244
Life is not always easy. Anxiety, depression, addiction, conflict, major life changes such as the death of a loved one, entering college, or divorce, etc., and every day stressors can result in loneliness, anger, compulsiveness, and a feeling of hopelessness. However, therapeutic interventions provided in an atmosphere of acceptance and respect allows individuals to develop new ways to overcome and/or cope with life’s challenges. I am eager to listen, help you gain insight, provide resources, and share tools that can help you transition to a life that aligns with your personal values and goals.
Life is not always easy. Anxiety, depression, addiction, conflict, major life changes such as the death of a loved one, entering college, or divorce, etc., and every day stressors can result in loneliness, anger, compulsiveness, and a feeling of hopelessness. However, therapeutic interventions provided in an atmosphere of acceptance and respect allows individuals to develop new ways to overcome and/or cope with life’s challenges. I am eager to listen, help you gain insight, provide resources, and share tools that can help you transition to a life that aligns with your personal values and goals.
(205) 619-6397 x8 View (205) 619-6397 x8
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Isabella Ashley
Counselor, ALC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35235  (Online Only)
I specialize in couples and family therapy, anger management, life transitions for adults, and anxiety.
A famous quote says.... "Life is 10 percent of what happens and 90 percent of how you react to it". What does this mean to you? I believe it means that although some life experiences are out of our control, we hold the power to choose how we navigate through them. As a human being, I understand how life’s challenges can cause doubt, hopelessness, and feeling stuck. As a clinician, I understand the importance of mental wellness, and a safe space to equip you to better handle every aspect of daily living. With 5 years of experience, I've helped empower teens, adults, families and couples to manage and embrace life at its fullness.
I specialize in couples and family therapy, anger management, life transitions for adults, and anxiety.
A famous quote says.... "Life is 10 percent of what happens and 90 percent of how you react to it". What does this mean to you? I believe it means that although some life experiences are out of our control, we hold the power to choose how we navigate through them. As a human being, I understand how life’s challenges can cause doubt, hopelessness, and feeling stuck. As a clinician, I understand the importance of mental wellness, and a safe space to equip you to better handle every aspect of daily living. With 5 years of experience, I've helped empower teens, adults, families and couples to manage and embrace life at its fullness.
(205) 891-5072 View (205) 891-5072
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Deidra Dickey Keener
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35235
Waitlist for new clients
Don't allow shame, depression, anger or regret to reign over you.
Life is difficult to navigate even in the best of circumstances. For those dealing with trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety or other disorders, it can feel unbearable. My mission is to help others live the life they envisioned before the hurt and to cope with everyday stressors in a healthy way. I've witnessed even the smallest change improve a person's quality of life. I am a passionate clinician excited to offer the tools, support and guidance needed to help you be your best self now. Services are provided in a professional, safe and comfortable environment.
Don't allow shame, depression, anger or regret to reign over you.
Life is difficult to navigate even in the best of circumstances. For those dealing with trauma, relationship issues, depression, anxiety or other disorders, it can feel unbearable. My mission is to help others live the life they envisioned before the hurt and to cope with everyday stressors in a healthy way. I've witnessed even the smallest change improve a person's quality of life. I am a passionate clinician excited to offer the tools, support and guidance needed to help you be your best self now. Services are provided in a professional, safe and comfortable environment.
(205) 519-3972 View (205) 519-3972
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Gina A Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hoover, AL 35216  (Online Only)
I believe individuals are worthy of experiencing their best quality of life. Sometimes to achieve this, it requires a partnership with another person to help bring change. Together we can set goals and work to address your current stressors that get in the way of you experiencing the life you want to have. Whether you or your loved one have a substance use disorder, a history of trauma, or experience high levels of anger or anxiety, there is relief, and I am here to help you. I also enjoy working with couples to navigate the many stressors relationships encounter and work toward a healthier and more fulfilling connection.
I believe individuals are worthy of experiencing their best quality of life. Sometimes to achieve this, it requires a partnership with another person to help bring change. Together we can set goals and work to address your current stressors that get in the way of you experiencing the life you want to have. Whether you or your loved one have a substance use disorder, a history of trauma, or experience high levels of anger or anxiety, there is relief, and I am here to help you. I also enjoy working with couples to navigate the many stressors relationships encounter and work toward a healthier and more fulfilling connection.
(205) 941-6220 View (205) 941-6220
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Tamara Oliver-Jackson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC , NCC, CAMS-II, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bessemer, AL 35020
As your therapist, I have over two decades of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, families, and couples with the following: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, addictions, parenting issues, divorce issues, domestic violence, anger management attention deficit disorder, ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorder, physical and sexual abuse, oppositional defiant disorder, adjustment disorder, parenting skills development, learning disabilities, educational/school problems and relational issues and divorce.
I work to create a safe, confidential, genuine, and non-judgmental setting, which is essential for establishing a healthy therapeutic relationship. When clients can experience a sense of unconditional positive regard from their therapist, they will be more apt to be vested in the therapeutic process. Part of my job as a therapist is to actively listen to what you are saying and not saying, during each session. Through active listening, I can help you explore the underlying issues of your experience as well as identify your personal strengths. I utilize a myriad of therapeutic approaches in meeting clients' individual therapeutic goals, needs, and styles. Such as, 'talk' therapy, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, play therapy, and sand tray therapy, etc. I promote increased self-awareness and actualization, which develops emotional, physical, and spiritual balance. This works towards reducing many sources of conflict in one's life.
As your therapist, I have over two decades of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, families, and couples with the following: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, addictions, parenting issues, divorce issues, domestic violence, anger management attention deficit disorder, ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorder, physical and sexual abuse, oppositional defiant disorder, adjustment disorder, parenting skills development, learning disabilities, educational/school problems and relational issues and divorce.
I work to create a safe, confidential, genuine, and non-judgmental setting, which is essential for establishing a healthy therapeutic relationship. When clients can experience a sense of unconditional positive regard from their therapist, they will be more apt to be vested in the therapeutic process. Part of my job as a therapist is to actively listen to what you are saying and not saying, during each session. Through active listening, I can help you explore the underlying issues of your experience as well as identify your personal strengths. I utilize a myriad of therapeutic approaches in meeting clients' individual therapeutic goals, needs, and styles. Such as, 'talk' therapy, humanistic, cognitive-behavioral therapy, rational emotive behavior therapy, play therapy, and sand tray therapy, etc. I promote increased self-awareness and actualization, which develops emotional, physical, and spiritual balance. This works towards reducing many sources of conflict in one's life.
(205) 881-5028 View (205) 881-5028
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Jeremy Robuck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35226
I specialize in counseling children, teenagers, young adults, and parents with various concerns, such as anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues, and anger management skills, parent/teenager relationships, and school issues. I am particularly passionate about helping children and teenagers learn social skills and coping skills to thrive in schools and at home, as many children have a difficult time in the adolescent and teenage years discovering who they are and how to handle emotions.
I specialize in counseling children, teenagers, young adults, and parents with various concerns, such as anxiety, social skills, behavioral issues, and anger management skills, parent/teenager relationships, and school issues. I am particularly passionate about helping children and teenagers learn social skills and coping skills to thrive in schools and at home, as many children have a difficult time in the adolescent and teenage years discovering who they are and how to handle emotions.
(659) 212-5376 View (659) 212-5376
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In Touch Counseling Agency April Calvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35203
Welcome and Congratulations on making the decision to improve your life! Are you facing challenges and you don’t know where to turn? Perhaps you need help with managing depression, anger, anxiety, or grief. Maybe you are looking to improve your self-esteem. Are you having issues with your significant other, children, family, friends, or co-workers? As a licensed psychotherapist and clinically trained EMDR therapist, I can help. I approach therapy from a strength-based, holistic, solution-focused perspective.
Welcome and Congratulations on making the decision to improve your life! Are you facing challenges and you don’t know where to turn? Perhaps you need help with managing depression, anger, anxiety, or grief. Maybe you are looking to improve your self-esteem. Are you having issues with your significant other, children, family, friends, or co-workers? As a licensed psychotherapist and clinically trained EMDR therapist, I can help. I approach therapy from a strength-based, holistic, solution-focused perspective.
(205) 619-6260 View (205) 619-6260
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Dr. Griena Knight Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MACN, EdD, LPC, BCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35208
I strive to enable individuals to realize a happier, healthier, and more successful existence through services that optimizes one's personally defined well being. I provide innovative, responsive, and quality mental health services addressing the obstacles that negatively impact an individual's quality of life such as: Stress and Anxiety; Depression; Relationship Issues; Anger Management; Self-Esteem; Adjustment Issues; Grief and Loss; and Identity Issues. I cultivate a helping relationship that allows the client to define and achieve a healthy lifestyle.
I strive to enable individuals to realize a happier, healthier, and more successful existence through services that optimizes one's personally defined well being. I provide innovative, responsive, and quality mental health services addressing the obstacles that negatively impact an individual's quality of life such as: Stress and Anxiety; Depression; Relationship Issues; Anger Management; Self-Esteem; Adjustment Issues; Grief and Loss; and Identity Issues. I cultivate a helping relationship that allows the client to define and achieve a healthy lifestyle.
(205) 236-6774 View (205) 236-6774
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Bass Assertive Solutions & Support, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Homewood, AL 35209
As a mental health therapist, I provide a safe and pleasant environment for you to share your life's challenges. I believe in helping you realize your strengths and abilities to overcome these challenges. I assist you with processing and working through your troubles as well as equipping you with the knowledge and tools to combat your obstacles. Working together we will make positive changes in your life. Some of the areas I address are: depression; anxiety; physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; anger management; couple's counseling; sex therapy & concerns; PTSD; and ADHD. Telemental health therapy services are also available.
As a mental health therapist, I provide a safe and pleasant environment for you to share your life's challenges. I believe in helping you realize your strengths and abilities to overcome these challenges. I assist you with processing and working through your troubles as well as equipping you with the knowledge and tools to combat your obstacles. Working together we will make positive changes in your life. Some of the areas I address are: depression; anxiety; physical, sexual, and emotional abuse; anger management; couple's counseling; sex therapy & concerns; PTSD; and ADHD. Telemental health therapy services are also available.
(205) 703-2877 View (205) 703-2877
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AEB Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Birmingham, AL 35242
I am accepting new clients and can be a source of support for them in developing and achieving their goals. I work with clients who are experiencing grief, family conflict, excessive worry, perfectionism, and depression. I also work with clients who have experienced trauma in their lives in order to help them process this in a healthy way and move forward into a happier future. I am trained in EMDR which is a specialized therapy used to treat trauma-related needs. I enjoy working with children to help them learn to manage anger, distractions, hyperactivity, feelings resulting from divorce, and school problems.
I am accepting new clients and can be a source of support for them in developing and achieving their goals. I work with clients who are experiencing grief, family conflict, excessive worry, perfectionism, and depression. I also work with clients who have experienced trauma in their lives in order to help them process this in a healthy way and move forward into a happier future. I am trained in EMDR which is a specialized therapy used to treat trauma-related needs. I enjoy working with children to help them learn to manage anger, distractions, hyperactivity, feelings resulting from divorce, and school problems.
(205) 880-4657 View (205) 880-4657
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Oddesty K & Associates
MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Birmingham, AL 35205  (Online Only)
Immediate availability with some therapists in reduced fee program ($50 - 45min. sessions). Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162 to start. Our commitment to clients is to provide a safe space where you will feel seen, heard and valued in a none-judgmental space. We have therapist trained to work with individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Family Conflict, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, Women's Issues, Men's Issues, Anger Concerns, Concerns related to identity or sexual identity, Religion, Parenting and Substance Abuse. LGBTQ+ Friendly. Single Mom Friendly. Veteran Friendly.
Immediate availability with some therapists in reduced fee program ($50 - 45min. sessions). Text "New Client" to 205-528-8162 to start. Our commitment to clients is to provide a safe space where you will feel seen, heard and valued in a none-judgmental space. We have therapist trained to work with individuals dealing with Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Family Conflict, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Postpartum Depression and Anxiety, Women's Issues, Men's Issues, Anger Concerns, Concerns related to identity or sexual identity, Religion, Parenting and Substance Abuse. LGBTQ+ Friendly. Single Mom Friendly. Veteran Friendly.
(205) 927-5946 View (205) 927-5946
Anger Management Therapists

How long does therapy take for anger management?

Treatment duration depends on the person’s specific challenges and circumstances. There are treatments for anger problems that are shorter and more goal-oriented, like Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which can last weeks to months. Others, like Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) may last between six months and a year, while a more intensive treatment, like psychodynamic therapy, is open-ended, and clients may see their therapist for a year or longer.

How do you know if you need therapy for anger management?

Everyone gets mad from time to time. But when angry outbursts become frequent and cause damage to relationships, whether at home or in the office, it may be a good time to look into therapy. A therapist can assess where a client’s anger may be coming from, suggest strategies for averting angry outbursts, and help a client create a plan to become a calmer version of themselves.

Is there medication for anger management?

Medications do exist that help people mitigate the feeling of anger, but these are reserved for people with anger-related psychiatric disorders, such as intermittent explosive disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, or in some cases borderline personality disorder. In these cases, antidepressant medications may be prescribed to help with the client’s symptoms. In most cases of anger management, however, talk therapy is the recommended treatment, along with lifestyle changes where relevant.

What’s the best way to encourage someone to seek help for anger issues?

It’s helpful to express your concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual’s behavior affected either themselves or others should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.