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Patrick Middleton Christian Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Welcome. I work with adults and teens looking for Christ-centered professional therapy. Being Christian doesn't make us immune to suffering and you're not alone in your struggles. We live in a fallen world. Family issues, trauma, suffering, depression, anxiety and extreme anger are very real challenges that any of us can face from time to time. I work with people who are tired of the way things have been going in their life, and are wanting to see change as quickly as possible.
Welcome. I work with adults and teens looking for Christ-centered professional therapy. Being Christian doesn't make us immune to suffering and you're not alone in your struggles. We live in a fallen world. Family issues, trauma, suffering, depression, anxiety and extreme anger are very real challenges that any of us can face from time to time. I work with people who are tired of the way things have been going in their life, and are wanting to see change as quickly as possible.
(661) 205-5325 View (661) 205-5325
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Claudia Zuniga
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93306
Hello, my name is Claudia Zuniga and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am based out of Long Beach, California. I have worked with adults, teens, and children. I have experience in working with clients suffering from anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. My style and approach to therapy works well with adults or teens that are dealing with challenges in managing their emotions, stress, and controlling their responses. This may take the form of anxiety, anger, impulsivity, depression, stress or problems with relationships.
Hello, my name is Claudia Zuniga and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am based out of Long Beach, California. I have worked with adults, teens, and children. I have experience in working with clients suffering from anxiety, stress, depression, and trauma. My style and approach to therapy works well with adults or teens that are dealing with challenges in managing their emotions, stress, and controlling their responses. This may take the form of anxiety, anger, impulsivity, depression, stress or problems with relationships.
(714) 909-1692 View (714) 909-1692
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Catherine Spears
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93307
This trauma oftentimes takes the form of addiction, traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, anger, impulsivity, low self-esteem, ineffective communication skills, poor boundaries, and family/social relational conflicts.
Hi there, I’m Catherine! My name is Catherine Spears, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Visalia, California, and work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and couples and have extensive experience working with substance abuse, traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based therapy, and Emotionally Focused therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
This trauma oftentimes takes the form of addiction, traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, anger, impulsivity, low self-esteem, ineffective communication skills, poor boundaries, and family/social relational conflicts.
Hi there, I’m Catherine! My name is Catherine Spears, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Visalia, California, and work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adult individuals and couples and have extensive experience working with substance abuse, traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-Based therapy, and Emotionally Focused therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
(661) 441-3359 View (661) 441-3359
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Jonathan Fonseca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93312
I provide support and guidance for individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, panic disorders, grief, OCD, ADHD, anger, challenges with social and personal relationships, and work stress/burnout.
Hello, I am Jonathan Fonseca, LCSW CA. License number 115200. As your licensed therapist, I am here to support you on your journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal transformation. Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and work towards fostering resilience, finding clarity, and cultivating a sense of inner peace. Thank you for choosing me as your therapist.
I provide support and guidance for individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges including anxiety, depression, trauma, panic disorders, grief, OCD, ADHD, anger, challenges with social and personal relationships, and work stress/burnout.
Hello, I am Jonathan Fonseca, LCSW CA. License number 115200. As your licensed therapist, I am here to support you on your journey of self-discovery, healing, and personal transformation. Together, we will explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences, and work towards fostering resilience, finding clarity, and cultivating a sense of inner peace. Thank you for choosing me as your therapist.
(661) 927-0623 View (661) 927-0623
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Marcela Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93309
Hello there! I’m a licensed clinical social worker in California, and a certified anger management counselor, CAMS-ll, under the National Anger Management Association. I have vast experience working with children, teenagers, and adults within an outpatient and inpatient hospital setting. My best interest for clients is to help them achieve personal self-development and awareness, cope with life transitions, emotions, stressors, and develop healthier relationships. I believe we are capable of self-resiliency and I aim to be a guide for you to achieve it.
Hello there! I’m a licensed clinical social worker in California, and a certified anger management counselor, CAMS-ll, under the National Anger Management Association. I have vast experience working with children, teenagers, and adults within an outpatient and inpatient hospital setting. My best interest for clients is to help them achieve personal self-development and awareness, cope with life transitions, emotions, stressors, and develop healthier relationships. I believe we are capable of self-resiliency and I aim to be a guide for you to achieve it.
(661) 215-6540 View (661) 215-6540
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Brianne Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Throughout my years of experience, I have helped children, adolescents, and adults manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms, including post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, anger management, stress management issues, behavioral issues, low self-esteem, and others.
Life can be challenging at times, and taking the step to improve your quality of life is important. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and my approach to therapy starts with providing a warm, welcoming environment and building a strong foundation. I work hard to ensure a safe and comfortable space for my clients. My passion is helping people heal and grow through their experiences and challenges. I will provide an open space for you to explore your challenges, learn more about yourself, and grow through these difficult times.
Throughout my years of experience, I have helped children, adolescents, and adults manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma-related symptoms, including post-traumatic stress disorder, personality disorders, anger management, stress management issues, behavioral issues, low self-esteem, and others.
Life can be challenging at times, and taking the step to improve your quality of life is important. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and my approach to therapy starts with providing a warm, welcoming environment and building a strong foundation. I work hard to ensure a safe and comfortable space for my clients. My passion is helping people heal and grow through their experiences and challenges. I will provide an open space for you to explore your challenges, learn more about yourself, and grow through these difficult times.
(661) 320-8777 View (661) 320-8777
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Lynda Onyshko
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Delano, CA 93215
Hi, my name is Lynda Onyshko, and I'm based in Ventura County and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, pre-teens, and adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, anger management, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance therapy to help my clients make the most progress, start feeling better, and start the road to recovery! I work to build a powerful relationship between us with active listening. Setting goals include building communication skills to interact with you in a positive way.
Hi, my name is Lynda Onyshko, and I'm based in Ventura County and working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adolescents, pre-teens, and adults and specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, grief and loss, anger management, and relationship issues. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance therapy to help my clients make the most progress, start feeling better, and start the road to recovery! I work to build a powerful relationship between us with active listening. Setting goals include building communication skills to interact with you in a positive way.
(661) 276-8053 View (661) 276-8053
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Anastasia Rivera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, PPSC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93311  (Online Only)
I have the experience and competence to help individuals and families cope with relationship problems, feelings related to depression , challenges from social anxiety and trauma, coping with anger , grief and loss, and life transitions.
Are you feeling defeated, overwhelmed, hopeless or simply “not yourself” anymore? My name is Anastasia and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I believe that therapy should be a safe space for you to ventilate without judgment. In therapy you should be challenged in your own skills and strengths so that you can return to the person you once were before mental health challenges were present.
I have the experience and competence to help individuals and families cope with relationship problems, feelings related to depression , challenges from social anxiety and trauma, coping with anger , grief and loss, and life transitions.
Are you feeling defeated, overwhelmed, hopeless or simply “not yourself” anymore? My name is Anastasia and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California. I believe that therapy should be a safe space for you to ventilate without judgment. In therapy you should be challenged in your own skills and strengths so that you can return to the person you once were before mental health challenges were present.
(661) 669-8285 View (661) 669-8285
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Kiah Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93307
I have spent the last years providing mental health support to those experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship issues and other life stressors we endure.
I am a licensed clinical social worker that specializes working with women and children. With a strong sense of compassion and counseling skills, a space is created that leads to successful treatment outcomes and a transformative therapeutic experience. This is because I acknowledge the importance of healing as women in effort to create healthy relationships with ourselves, partners and children in our lives. I draw from a variety of methods that are best fit to your needs and current stage in life.
I have spent the last years providing mental health support to those experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, grief, relationship issues and other life stressors we endure.
I am a licensed clinical social worker that specializes working with women and children. With a strong sense of compassion and counseling skills, a space is created that leads to successful treatment outcomes and a transformative therapeutic experience. This is because I acknowledge the importance of healing as women in effort to create healthy relationships with ourselves, partners and children in our lives. I draw from a variety of methods that are best fit to your needs and current stage in life.
(661) 451-5667 View (661) 451-5667
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Tiffany Sheppard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Processing and healing from traumatic events, grief, and life transitions are some of my specialties. I also have experience working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, anger, etc. I have enjoyed working with children and young adults for the past 10 years.
Processing and healing from traumatic events, grief, and life transitions are some of my specialties. I also have experience working with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, anger, etc. I have enjoyed working with children and young adults for the past 10 years.
(661) 215-6335 View (661) 215-6335
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Hector Barajas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93307
My name is Hector Barajas, and I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping children, adolescents and families meet their full potential. I work with children and teens who are struggling with emotional dysregulation, defiance, anger, depression and social-emotional challenges. My expertise lies in working with children, and teen/adolescents who suffer from depression, anxiety, anger and defiance. I specialize in treating adolescents and juveniles in a group setting.
My name is Hector Barajas, and I am a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is passionate about helping children, adolescents and families meet their full potential. I work with children and teens who are struggling with emotional dysregulation, defiance, anger, depression and social-emotional challenges. My expertise lies in working with children, and teen/adolescents who suffer from depression, anxiety, anger and defiance. I specialize in treating adolescents and juveniles in a group setting.
(661) 690-2208 View (661) 690-2208
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Gary Snider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Delano, CA 93215
Hi, I'm Gary Snider, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a seasoned clinician with 13+ years of experience in the mental field. I work with individuals in a variety of areas (specializing in adolescents/teens) including anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, depression, family conflict, peer relationships, and stress, amongst others. My approach to therapy includes utilization of methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Coaching, and EMDR.
Hi, I'm Gary Snider, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I am a seasoned clinician with 13+ years of experience in the mental field. I work with individuals in a variety of areas (specializing in adolescents/teens) including anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, depression, family conflict, peer relationships, and stress, amongst others. My approach to therapy includes utilization of methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Coaching, and EMDR.
(661) 724-4272 View (661) 724-4272
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David Delos Reyes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93305
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with individuals to help overcome life's challenges especially with depression, anxiety and difficult life transitions. I look forward to working with you to reawaken resilience from within and for you to tap into your most authentic self. I am currently providing individual therapy for adults via telehealth. I most commonly treat depression and anxiety disorders. I have experience working with Veterans and also specialize in working with court mandated individuals as a certified Anger Management Specialist-II.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with individuals to help overcome life's challenges especially with depression, anxiety and difficult life transitions. I look forward to working with you to reawaken resilience from within and for you to tap into your most authentic self. I am currently providing individual therapy for adults via telehealth. I most commonly treat depression and anxiety disorders. I have experience working with Veterans and also specialize in working with court mandated individuals as a certified Anger Management Specialist-II.
(805) 856-6322 View (805) 856-6322
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Alisa Flakes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Hello, my name is Alisa Flakes and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I work with individuals ages 13+, couples, and families in a variety of areas including addiction, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, cultural stress, depression, relationship issues, family conflict, grief, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others. My approach is strength-based, solution focused and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Gestalt, and more.
Hello, my name is Alisa Flakes and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I work with individuals ages 13+, couples, and families in a variety of areas including addiction, anger management, anxiety, behavioral issues, coping skills, cultural stress, depression, relationship issues, family conflict, grief, and trauma & PTSD, amongst others. My approach is strength-based, solution focused and utilizes several modalities such as ACT, CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Gottman Method, Gestalt, and more.
(408) 539-8691 View (408) 539-8691
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Sarah Robilotta
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93312
I do also have extensive experience in skills-based models such as anger management and also do Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for clients specifically looking for these services.
My name is Sarah Robilotta and I'm a LPCC with over 10 years of experience. My approach to therapy is to threat the whole person outside of the vacuum of their here and now and looking at core issues causing the member's current presenting problems. I mainly treat adults and adolescents and offer both individual and group sessions. I treat a variety of conditions including Substance Use Disorders, Mood disorders such as Major Depressive Disorder, GAD and other Anxiety Disorders, PTSD and Bipolar Disorder.
I do also have extensive experience in skills-based models such as anger management and also do Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for clients specifically looking for these services.
My name is Sarah Robilotta and I'm a LPCC with over 10 years of experience. My approach to therapy is to threat the whole person outside of the vacuum of their here and now and looking at core issues causing the member's current presenting problems. I mainly treat adults and adolescents and offer both individual and group sessions. I treat a variety of conditions including Substance Use Disorders, Mood disorders such as Major Depressive Disorder, GAD and other Anxiety Disorders, PTSD and Bipolar Disorder.
(951) 494-4094 View (951) 494-4094
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Tanya Ridaura
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93314
My name is Tanya Ridaura and I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with experience working alongside individuals who suffer from anxiety and depression so that together we can work on an approach that is tailored to each individual’s needs. The majority of my work is with adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal challenges, attachment, life transitions, anger management, stress, trauma, and adoption issues. I believe clients are capable of making changes to gain control of their lives with guidance, support, empowerment, and faith.
My name is Tanya Ridaura and I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with experience working alongside individuals who suffer from anxiety and depression so that together we can work on an approach that is tailored to each individual’s needs. The majority of my work is with adults who suffer from anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal challenges, attachment, life transitions, anger management, stress, trauma, and adoption issues. I believe clients are capable of making changes to gain control of their lives with guidance, support, empowerment, and faith.
(442) 269-4630 View (442) 269-4630
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Teresa Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93305
Welcome! I'm Teresa Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I work with individual ages 13+, couples, and families in a variety of areas including addiction, anxiety, coping skills, depression, behavioral issues, anger management, family conflict, grief, life transitions, and self-esteem, amongst others.
Welcome! I'm Teresa Hernandez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I work with individual ages 13+, couples, and families in a variety of areas including addiction, anxiety, coping skills, depression, behavioral issues, anger management, family conflict, grief, life transitions, and self-esteem, amongst others.
(619) 396-2717 View (619) 396-2717
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Sarah Pettengill
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93311
I am Sarah Pettengill, and I hold a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. I am credentialed as a California state therapist, license number (LMFT105533). Over the past 12 years, I have developed experience with adults adolescents, and children. My experience includes helping foster/ adopt children and families through social work teaching foster parenting classes, and holding support groups for anxiety, grief, and foster parent issues. I also value helping those who struggle with anger management, are soon to be married through premarital counseling, and are teens and adults suffering from ADHD.
I am Sarah Pettengill, and I hold a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. I am credentialed as a California state therapist, license number (LMFT105533). Over the past 12 years, I have developed experience with adults adolescents, and children. My experience includes helping foster/ adopt children and families through social work teaching foster parenting classes, and holding support groups for anxiety, grief, and foster parent issues. I also value helping those who struggle with anger management, are soon to be married through premarital counseling, and are teens and adults suffering from ADHD.
(951) 540-1388 View (951) 540-1388
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Jennifer Kolbow
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93312
My name is Jennifer Kolbow, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Corona, CA, and providing telehealth to clients throughout California. I enjoy working with families, parents as well as children and teens individually, in order to reduce symptoms and improve relationships. My approach works well with children and teens struggling with anger and irritability, withdrawal and isolation, low self-esteem, and excessive worry. I also help adults struggling with all stages of parenting from infertility to postpartum to empty nesters, and all of the transitions in between.
My name is Jennifer Kolbow, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Corona, CA, and providing telehealth to clients throughout California. I enjoy working with families, parents as well as children and teens individually, in order to reduce symptoms and improve relationships. My approach works well with children and teens struggling with anger and irritability, withdrawal and isolation, low self-esteem, and excessive worry. I also help adults struggling with all stages of parenting from infertility to postpartum to empty nesters, and all of the transitions in between.
(747) 239-5468 View (747) 239-5468
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Kimberly Yantuche-Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bakersfield, CA 93305
My name is Kimberly Yantuche-Hernandez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, stress, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, anger and impulse control, relationship problems, and self-esteem issues by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Managing and Adaptive Practice (MAP), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and play therapy.
My name is Kimberly Yantuche-Hernandez and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, panic attacks, mood disorders, stress, depression, trauma, behavioral issues, anger and impulse control, relationship problems, and self-esteem issues by utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Managing and Adaptive Practice (MAP), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, and play therapy.
(209) 263-4822 View (209) 263-4822

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.