Anger Management Therapists in Idaho

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Terry John Legg
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Nampa, ID 83687
I am honored to be able to work with individuals who are dedicated to bettering themselves and grow through hardships. Are you having trouble adjusting to life changes, feeling stuck, or experience a lack of meaning in life? Do you experience anger, stress, anxiety, depression, or struggle with self-esteem? Do you have concerns you feel powerless to overcome, feel overwhelmed by how much you need to accomplished daily, or get bored with the monotony of the day to day grind? Do you lack confidence in your performance or just unsatisfied with your current situation? I am here to help!
I am honored to be able to work with individuals who are dedicated to bettering themselves and grow through hardships. Are you having trouble adjusting to life changes, feeling stuck, or experience a lack of meaning in life? Do you experience anger, stress, anxiety, depression, or struggle with self-esteem? Do you have concerns you feel powerless to overcome, feel overwhelmed by how much you need to accomplished daily, or get bored with the monotony of the day to day grind? Do you lack confidence in your performance or just unsatisfied with your current situation? I am here to help!
(208) 261-7295 View (208) 261-7295
A Restored Life
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, CADC
Verified Verified
Payette, ID 83661
I specialize in domestic violence intervention, co-dependency, anger management, and drug and alcohol abuse counseling.
"Ever struggle with feeling strong emotions like guilt or shame? Emotions are simply road signs on the path of life that indicate you need to make a change - a different choice. YOU have the power to change by simply making better choices.” Hi, my name is Gina Osterloth. I'm a Board Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor & ICDVVA Approved Domestic Violence Intervention Program Provider and Anger Management Specialist. We have offices in downtown Meridian and Payette, Idaho. I work with adults, domestic violence offenders, and people who are struggling with addictions due to life stressors and challenges.
I specialize in domestic violence intervention, co-dependency, anger management, and drug and alcohol abuse counseling.
"Ever struggle with feeling strong emotions like guilt or shame? Emotions are simply road signs on the path of life that indicate you need to make a change - a different choice. YOU have the power to change by simply making better choices.” Hi, my name is Gina Osterloth. I'm a Board Certified Drug & Alcohol Counselor & ICDVVA Approved Domestic Violence Intervention Program Provider and Anger Management Specialist. We have offices in downtown Meridian and Payette, Idaho. I work with adults, domestic violence offenders, and people who are struggling with addictions due to life stressors and challenges.
(208) 261-7540 View (208) 261-7540
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Jerry Dean Sichelstiel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
I have been certified in anger management.
Everyone needs a little help some times and some of us need a lot of help all of the time, either way I'm here to guide you through the fog to the light on the other side. I love to help wherever I can, but I work especially well with depression and anxiety, with teenagers, and with families.
I have been certified in anger management.
Everyone needs a little help some times and some of us need a lot of help all of the time, either way I'm here to guide you through the fog to the light on the other side. I love to help wherever I can, but I work especially well with depression and anxiety, with teenagers, and with families.
(208) 423-1653 View (208) 423-1653
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Valerie Waterland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Not Verified Not Verified
Boise, ID 83716
I help individuals and couples improve their relationships. I am a licensed marriage family therapist that employs fast paced, goal directed short term solutions for busy professionals looking to change their relationship dynamics. Specific areas of focus include, healing trauma and attachment, healing anger and codependence and healing anxiety and depression.
I help individuals and couples improve their relationships. I am a licensed marriage family therapist that employs fast paced, goal directed short term solutions for busy professionals looking to change their relationship dynamics. Specific areas of focus include, healing trauma and attachment, healing anger and codependence and healing anxiety and depression.
(208) 328-4283 View (208) 328-4283
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Keith Deugan
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC
Verified Verified
Nampa, ID 83651
My name is Keith, and I am a Board Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor specializing in substance and alcohol abuse, anger management and DUI evaluations.
Immediate availability! Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking or substance use? Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking or substance use? As your drinking or substance use adversely affected your relationships, finances, mental health, work responsibilities, etc.? You are not alone. Perhaps, it is time to talk to someone about your drinking or substance use.
My name is Keith, and I am a Board Certified Alcohol/Drug Counselor specializing in substance and alcohol abuse, anger management and DUI evaluations.
Immediate availability! Have you ever felt you should cut down on your drinking or substance use? Have you ever felt bad or guilty about your drinking or substance use? As your drinking or substance use adversely affected your relationships, finances, mental health, work responsibilities, etc.? You are not alone. Perhaps, it is time to talk to someone about your drinking or substance use.
(208) 213-8251 View (208) 213-8251
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Dr Renee M. Winters, PhD, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
I practice from two different modalities: Reality Therapy and Insight Therapy. Reality Therapy (Choice-Centered approach) helps the patient determine how effective their behaviors have been in fulfilling their needs and then works with the patient to determine a plan for more effective actions. Insight Therapy encourages empowerment of the individual which implies personal responsibility for one's behavior. I specialize in working with patients needing assistance with Anger Management, Marital/Premarital Counseling, Individual/Adolescent Counseling, Loss & Bereavement Recovery, Sexual Addiction/Recovery, Personal Growth & Enrichment, and Divorce Healing. I also possess knowledge in understanding acute mental illness symptoms from my training at Riverside Psyciatric Hospital.
I practice from two different modalities: Reality Therapy and Insight Therapy. Reality Therapy (Choice-Centered approach) helps the patient determine how effective their behaviors have been in fulfilling their needs and then works with the patient to determine a plan for more effective actions. Insight Therapy encourages empowerment of the individual which implies personal responsibility for one's behavior. I specialize in working with patients needing assistance with Anger Management, Marital/Premarital Counseling, Individual/Adolescent Counseling, Loss & Bereavement Recovery, Sexual Addiction/Recovery, Personal Growth & Enrichment, and Divorce Healing. I also possess knowledge in understanding acute mental illness symptoms from my training at Riverside Psyciatric Hospital.
(909) 992-0979 View (909) 992-0979
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Steven M Brown
Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boise, ID 83713  (Online Only)
Not only limited to the anxiety, depression, bipolar, PTSD, ADHD/ADD, OCD, anger issues, and personality disorders or attachment issues.
A responsible social practitioner, I provide psychological care, and services using American Sign Language (ASL). I work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, including various populations that encompass sign language users. My interests center on developing tailored, specific psychotherapy applications that benefit the patients with hearing losses. Much of my work places an emphasis on the importance of "courageous will" to empower individuals to make choices that are useful and practical.
Not only limited to the anxiety, depression, bipolar, PTSD, ADHD/ADD, OCD, anger issues, and personality disorders or attachment issues.
A responsible social practitioner, I provide psychological care, and services using American Sign Language (ASL). I work with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, including various populations that encompass sign language users. My interests center on developing tailored, specific psychotherapy applications that benefit the patients with hearing losses. Much of my work places an emphasis on the importance of "courageous will" to empower individuals to make choices that are useful and practical.
(253) 466-7490 View (253) 466-7490
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Patty Shirley - East Bay Christian Counseling - Serving California And Idaho
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CATC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83725
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, certified in addiction, trauma, co-occurring disorders, anger management, domestic violence, women's treatment, dementia-related behaviors, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Somatic Experiencing and SensoriMotor Therapy.
In-Person, Video / Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individual, couples and family therapy. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? I am a LMFT and a Registered Addiction Specialist. Areas of treatment include substance / alcohol /pill abuse, behavioral addictions (sex/porn, love/relationship, exercise, eating disorders, Internet, gambling, shopping, work, etc.), relationship / communication issues (marital, family and teen), stress, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse (sexual, emotional, spiritual or financial), dementia and Alzheimer's. Call today!
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Addictions Treatment Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, certified in addiction, trauma, co-occurring disorders, anger management, domestic violence, women's treatment, dementia-related behaviors, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Somatic Experiencing and SensoriMotor Therapy.
In-Person, Video / Virtual and Phone Sessions are available for individual, couples and family therapy. Feeling worried, anxious, sad, angry or frustrated? Having relationship and communication issues? I am a LMFT and a Registered Addiction Specialist. Areas of treatment include substance / alcohol /pill abuse, behavioral addictions (sex/porn, love/relationship, exercise, eating disorders, Internet, gambling, shopping, work, etc.), relationship / communication issues (marital, family and teen), stress, grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse (sexual, emotional, spiritual or financial), dementia and Alzheimer's. Call today!
(925) 212-1018 View (925) 212-1018
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Mental Health Counselors of Idaho
BA, MS, CPSS, CFSP
Not Verified Not Verified
Boise, ID 83709
The road to recovery can be overwhelming and not always clear. Our licensed professionals are here to help with competence and compassion on things like family conflicts, disturbed moods (such as anger, anxiety, panic, and depression) behavioral disturbances, stress, relationship conflicts, social problems, career issues, loss, grief, addiction, and trauma.
The road to recovery can be overwhelming and not always clear. Our licensed professionals are here to help with competence and compassion on things like family conflicts, disturbed moods (such as anger, anxiety, panic, and depression) behavioral disturbances, stress, relationship conflicts, social problems, career issues, loss, grief, addiction, and trauma.
(208) 747-0475 View (208) 747-0475
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Cody Evans
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MCoun
Verified Verified
Pocatello, ID 83201
Waitlist for new clients
Specifically, I work with people seeking help with depression, anxiety, survivors of abuse (physical, mental, emotional, sexual), trauma, grief and loss, anger management, relationship issues, and divorce.
A mentor once told me, 'Wise people seek counseling.' It is my belief that everyone can use some extra help once in a while, big or small. I enjoy meeting with people to help them reach their full potential. I am ready to listen to you, and want to help you be able to find a higher level of satisfaction in your life. Check out my website to learn more about me by clicking the link on the left or shoot me an email if you have any questions.
Specifically, I work with people seeking help with depression, anxiety, survivors of abuse (physical, mental, emotional, sexual), trauma, grief and loss, anger management, relationship issues, and divorce.
A mentor once told me, 'Wise people seek counseling.' It is my belief that everyone can use some extra help once in a while, big or small. I enjoy meeting with people to help them reach their full potential. I am ready to listen to you, and want to help you be able to find a higher level of satisfaction in your life. Check out my website to learn more about me by clicking the link on the left or shoot me an email if you have any questions.
(208) 944-0187 View (208) 944-0187
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Robert (Bob) Davidson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, MEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kamiah, ID 83536
My specialties are: Marriage, Family therapy; Individual and Group therapy; Stress, Burnout; Anger Management; Boundaries; Codependency; Depression; Sex Addiction; Grief and Loss; Conflict Resolution; Pre-Marital; Differentiation/Family of Origin issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage Friendly Therapist. I have been a pastor (6 years) and U.S. Army Chaplain from 1972-1997. I have two graduate degrees (M.Div. from Andrews University, 1975 and a M.Ed. from the University of Louisville in Marriage and Family Therapy, 1986). I organized and directed three Chaplain Family Life Ministry and Training Center and was the Director for the U.S. Army Family Life Chaplain Training Program at Fort Benning and Columbus State University. I have trained clergy, licensed professional counselors, social workers, and family practice physicians throughout the United States.
My specialties are: Marriage, Family therapy; Individual and Group therapy; Stress, Burnout; Anger Management; Boundaries; Codependency; Depression; Sex Addiction; Grief and Loss; Conflict Resolution; Pre-Marital; Differentiation/Family of Origin issues.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage Friendly Therapist. I have been a pastor (6 years) and U.S. Army Chaplain from 1972-1997. I have two graduate degrees (M.Div. from Andrews University, 1975 and a M.Ed. from the University of Louisville in Marriage and Family Therapy, 1986). I organized and directed three Chaplain Family Life Ministry and Training Center and was the Director for the U.S. Army Family Life Chaplain Training Program at Fort Benning and Columbus State University. I have trained clergy, licensed professional counselors, social workers, and family practice physicians throughout the United States.
(208) 268-5816 View (208) 268-5816
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Steven Lawrence
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83704
Your symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger are your body's way of telling you something's not right! As a child, you may have experienced some sort of failure in your relationships or environment. As a child you compensate for these traumas by creating strategies for survival. Maybe you are a perfectionist, or maybe you find that you give more than you receive, or perhaps you just feel disconnected from yourself and everyone around you? The pain you are experiencing is real, and coping with it just isn't working anymore.
Your symptoms of anxiety, depression, and anger are your body's way of telling you something's not right! As a child, you may have experienced some sort of failure in your relationships or environment. As a child you compensate for these traumas by creating strategies for survival. Maybe you are a perfectionist, or maybe you find that you give more than you receive, or perhaps you just feel disconnected from yourself and everyone around you? The pain you are experiencing is real, and coping with it just isn't working anymore.
(986) 234-3294 View (986) 234-3294
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Janice Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Meridian, ID 83642
Not Currently Accepting New Clients. When we experience emotions such as anxiety, depression, uncontrolled anger, or even thoughts of suicide, we may believe we are defective or broken. These symptoms contain valuable information and are worthy of attention. They are not character flaws. Extreme beliefs and emotions arise from various factors that can result in physical, emotional, or mental pain. Seeking help is a great first step to bringing peace of mind, emotional relief, and balance.
Not Currently Accepting New Clients. When we experience emotions such as anxiety, depression, uncontrolled anger, or even thoughts of suicide, we may believe we are defective or broken. These symptoms contain valuable information and are worthy of attention. They are not character flaws. Extreme beliefs and emotions arise from various factors that can result in physical, emotional, or mental pain. Seeking help is a great first step to bringing peace of mind, emotional relief, and balance.
(208) 417-8405 View (208) 417-8405
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Maryanne Shumway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Meridian, ID 83642
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling to cope with trauma, anger, anxiety, depression, and a wide array of mental and emotional health concerns. I provide a supportive, strengths-based therapy approach to support clients in achieving their goals. My approach to therapy is warm, genuine, and non-judgmental. I believe people do their best to survive and therapy is a tool to strengthen a client's innate abilities to navigate life's obstacles.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults struggling to cope with trauma, anger, anxiety, depression, and a wide array of mental and emotional health concerns. I provide a supportive, strengths-based therapy approach to support clients in achieving their goals. My approach to therapy is warm, genuine, and non-judgmental. I believe people do their best to survive and therapy is a tool to strengthen a client's innate abilities to navigate life's obstacles.
(208) 628-1905 View (208) 628-1905
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Shane Clubb
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83705
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and my primary focus includes helping people better manage anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I also have experience addressing many other concerns with individuals and couples, including anger, trauma, communication, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I utilize a variety of approaches and techniques and tailor these to specifically address your needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and my primary focus includes helping people better manage anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I also have experience addressing many other concerns with individuals and couples, including anger, trauma, communication, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. I utilize a variety of approaches and techniques and tailor these to specifically address your needs.
(208) 242-3706 View (208) 242-3706
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Brittany Cardenas
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Boise, ID 83702
My interests include self-esteem building, identity exploration, anger issues, PMDD, and Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Hello! My name is Brittany, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I completed my Master's Degree through Palo Alto University. My innovative and creative background is something that I incorporate in sessions, and I tailor my style to meet my clients' needs. I am passionate about helping clients understand their communication styles and build healthier relationships. Being vulnerable in counseling is necessary, but it can also be challenging. My main priority as a therapist is cultivating an environment where you can be transparent without fearing judgment.
My interests include self-esteem building, identity exploration, anger issues, PMDD, and Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Hello! My name is Brittany, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I completed my Master's Degree through Palo Alto University. My innovative and creative background is something that I incorporate in sessions, and I tailor my style to meet my clients' needs. I am passionate about helping clients understand their communication styles and build healthier relationships. Being vulnerable in counseling is necessary, but it can also be challenging. My main priority as a therapist is cultivating an environment where you can be transparent without fearing judgment.
(208) 877-5441 View (208) 877-5441
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Justin Hughes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I help men with anger, PTSD, depression, or anxiety. I provide a safe place for men to finally address their pain while maintaining their masculinity. I have been working with men for many years and I think therapy is finally being seen from men to take care of their minds. For so long men have struggled in silence and now they can maintain their masculinity while letting go of pain.
I help men with anger, PTSD, depression, or anxiety. I provide a safe place for men to finally address their pain while maintaining their masculinity. I have been working with men for many years and I think therapy is finally being seen from men to take care of their minds. For so long men have struggled in silence and now they can maintain their masculinity while letting go of pain.
(208) 274-7300 View (208) 274-7300
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Ryan Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eagle, ID 83616
My clients come into therapy seeking relief from years of suffering from anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, hopelessness, & emptiness. They carry these pains like thorns in their sides, reacting harshly to external events that brush against them. They change relationships, jobs, & cities, but these pains keeps following them. Despite their attempts to avoid feeling them by distracting themselves with relationships, affairs, alcohol/drugs/gambling, professional pursuits, and other external targets, the thorns & pains remain. They find relief by removing thorns from within, relieving long-term pain and suffering.
My clients come into therapy seeking relief from years of suffering from anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, hopelessness, & emptiness. They carry these pains like thorns in their sides, reacting harshly to external events that brush against them. They change relationships, jobs, & cities, but these pains keeps following them. Despite their attempts to avoid feeling them by distracting themselves with relationships, affairs, alcohol/drugs/gambling, professional pursuits, and other external targets, the thorns & pains remain. They find relief by removing thorns from within, relieving long-term pain and suffering.
(208) 487-4300 View (208) 487-4300
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Norma Alicia Garcia-Guillen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Meridian, ID 83646
I have facilitated Anger Management, Early Recovery Skills, Healthy Thinking, Drug & Alcohol Ed groups.
People struggle in a wide spectrum of problems, in a range of settings that require a clinical approach and direction. Through a therapeutic approach, I help clients feel understood and safe because this is an important aspect of the healing process. Helping clients understand beliefs, emotions and behaviors is an important aspect for progress . While cognitive behavioral therapy is at the core of my approach, I believe that cognitive restructuring is essential in client progress. An eclectic approach is necessary because each client is unique and presents with unique strengths, needs and goals.
I have facilitated Anger Management, Early Recovery Skills, Healthy Thinking, Drug & Alcohol Ed groups.
People struggle in a wide spectrum of problems, in a range of settings that require a clinical approach and direction. Through a therapeutic approach, I help clients feel understood and safe because this is an important aspect of the healing process. Helping clients understand beliefs, emotions and behaviors is an important aspect for progress . While cognitive behavioral therapy is at the core of my approach, I believe that cognitive restructuring is essential in client progress. An eclectic approach is necessary because each client is unique and presents with unique strengths, needs and goals.
(208) 314-1206 View (208) 314-1206
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Melissa Scott Elkins
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Hailey, ID 83333
Waitlist for new clients
I work with a wide array of concerns including anxiety and depression, relationships, self-judgment, loss and grief, addiction and compulsive behaviors, eating disorders, spirituality and purpose, anger management, stress management, behavioral changes, life transitions, family conflict or separation, and trauma.
I am a board certified and trained Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a trained EMDR clinician. I work with a holistic model of treatment, examining eating, sleep patterns, exercise and movement, as well as stillness, mindfulness and mediation practices; exploring lifestyle choices, and concentrating on negative self-talk that can lead us to be stuck and nonproductive. Also, exploring past traumatic experiences, which can be part of not moving forward or a contributor to depression and or anxiety. I draw upon neuroscience and meditation/mindfulness insights to help clients release self-defeating patterns and lifestyles.
I work with a wide array of concerns including anxiety and depression, relationships, self-judgment, loss and grief, addiction and compulsive behaviors, eating disorders, spirituality and purpose, anger management, stress management, behavioral changes, life transitions, family conflict or separation, and trauma.
I am a board certified and trained Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a trained EMDR clinician. I work with a holistic model of treatment, examining eating, sleep patterns, exercise and movement, as well as stillness, mindfulness and mediation practices; exploring lifestyle choices, and concentrating on negative self-talk that can lead us to be stuck and nonproductive. Also, exploring past traumatic experiences, which can be part of not moving forward or a contributor to depression and or anxiety. I draw upon neuroscience and meditation/mindfulness insights to help clients release self-defeating patterns and lifestyles.
(208) 285-4597 View (208) 285-4597
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.