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Jonathan Michael Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19116
I am a License Professional Counselor helping my clients discover how they can successfully contend with a range of issues, including the challenges of everyday life, abuse issues, trauma, crisis and behavioral and mental health. My mission is to guide my clients to identify their self-worth and to obtain the skills they need to realize their resilience. We pursue these goals through counseling, interpersonal training, education, motivation, exploration and identification. Self-sufficiency and healthy positive development are markers of our success.
I am a License Professional Counselor helping my clients discover how they can successfully contend with a range of issues, including the challenges of everyday life, abuse issues, trauma, crisis and behavioral and mental health. My mission is to guide my clients to identify their self-worth and to obtain the skills they need to realize their resilience. We pursue these goals through counseling, interpersonal training, education, motivation, exploration and identification. Self-sufficiency and healthy positive development are markers of our success.
(215) 631-3075 View (215) 631-3075
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Melissa A Tatar-Pickersgill
Counselor, MS, NCC, BSP, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morrisville, PA 19067
As a trauma-informed counselor, I clinically treat the client's symptoms with a talk-and-body therapeutic approach. I teach my clients coping strategies that are tweaked to be adaptive to the ASD/ADHD child/adult's neurodiversity in addition to the neurotypical populations' symptoms/sensory intrusions that are known or unknown reason(s) for the client's behavior(s) like anxiety mismanagement or a spontaneous violent outburst that at any age often do self-sabotage one's hoped for a good outcome(s).
As a trauma-informed counselor, I clinically treat the client's symptoms with a talk-and-body therapeutic approach. I teach my clients coping strategies that are tweaked to be adaptive to the ASD/ADHD child/adult's neurodiversity in addition to the neurotypical populations' symptoms/sensory intrusions that are known or unknown reason(s) for the client's behavior(s) like anxiety mismanagement or a spontaneous violent outburst that at any age often do self-sabotage one's hoped for a good outcome(s).
(267) 797-5029 View (267) 797-5029
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Holtz and Powell Marriage and Family Services LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
Holtz and Powell Marriage and Family Services LLC is a therapy practice that specializes in problems in the family and couple. We work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations and religions with no judgement and acceptance. We are an LGBT friendly practice. Marriage and Family Therapy differs from Individual Therapy in that all affected parties are included in therapy to promote lasting change. We conduct individual therapy from a systemic lens and an innate curiosity about the human experience. Feel free to check outer website for more information www.hpmfts.com.
Holtz and Powell Marriage and Family Services LLC is a therapy practice that specializes in problems in the family and couple. We work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations and religions with no judgement and acceptance. We are an LGBT friendly practice. Marriage and Family Therapy differs from Individual Therapy in that all affected parties are included in therapy to promote lasting change. We conduct individual therapy from a systemic lens and an innate curiosity about the human experience. Feel free to check outer website for more information www.hpmfts.com.
(267) 460-2546 View (267) 460-2546
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Robin Downs and Associates
Pastoral Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Yardley, PA 19067
Robin Downs and Associates has been serving clients for 25 years and provides biblically based, culturally sensitive, and compassionate counseling that empowers individuals, couples, and families to lead healthier lives emotionally, psychologically, relationally and spiritually . We are dedicated to helping our clients explore their hearts, their identity and purpose, and to bring wise principles into their relationships in order to bring healing. We have helped clients all around the world through Telehealth and also have counselors on staff in two locations- Ewing, NJ and Wrightstown, PA.
Robin Downs and Associates has been serving clients for 25 years and provides biblically based, culturally sensitive, and compassionate counseling that empowers individuals, couples, and families to lead healthier lives emotionally, psychologically, relationally and spiritually . We are dedicated to helping our clients explore their hearts, their identity and purpose, and to bring wise principles into their relationships in order to bring healing. We have helped clients all around the world through Telehealth and also have counselors on staff in two locations- Ewing, NJ and Wrightstown, PA.
(609) 247-4343 View (609) 247-4343
Photo of Christina Pallotti, Psychologist in Bristol, PA
Christina Pallotti
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Newtown, PA 18940
“Some things you learn best in calm, and some in storm.” We don't often anticipate the ways that life will challenge us--or the things we may learn as a result. Whether you are seeking help in the midst of calm or storm, sharing your concerns with a psychologist can be an important step toward living a full and healthy life.
“Some things you learn best in calm, and some in storm.” We don't often anticipate the ways that life will challenge us--or the things we may learn as a result. Whether you are seeking help in the midst of calm or storm, sharing your concerns with a psychologist can be an important step toward living a full and healthy life.
(267) 609-5801 View (267) 609-5801
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Leonard H Burg
BA, ST
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19019  (Online Only)
Healing Through Consciousness…Accelerated Soul Therapy. Fast, short term, without quick fixes. From Turmoil to Tranquility. Break through inner Obstacles. Reconcile relationships. Find your voice. Ease stress. Overcome Hurts or disappointments. Remediation for nagging body/mind conditions of “dis-Ease.” Reduce suffering. Harness will and energy to get moving. Feel burdens lifted. Calm down. Clear your mind. Divine revelations. Savor a taste of peaceful bliss. Complementary to other modalities. The scientific, spiritual side of therapy, without missionizing. Call for a free consultation.
Healing Through Consciousness…Accelerated Soul Therapy. Fast, short term, without quick fixes. From Turmoil to Tranquility. Break through inner Obstacles. Reconcile relationships. Find your voice. Ease stress. Overcome Hurts or disappointments. Remediation for nagging body/mind conditions of “dis-Ease.” Reduce suffering. Harness will and energy to get moving. Feel burdens lifted. Calm down. Clear your mind. Divine revelations. Savor a taste of peaceful bliss. Complementary to other modalities. The scientific, spiritual side of therapy, without missionizing. Call for a free consultation.
(718) 831-6963 View (718) 831-6963

Online Therapists

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Shanda Weeden
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
I specialize in supporting individuals, couples and families, depression, anxiety, anger/rage, substance abuse, trauma, career coaching, relationship difficulties including infidelity and divorce, and other life stressors.
Life presents challenges as we navigate through this journey we experience various phases on this unique path. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with 22 years of experience working with individuals just like you traveling on this unique path. Together we will work on strategies to aid in making connections, just right for you. Allow your truth to manifest! I welcome you on this beautiful journey of life despite the challenges as your teammate. I look forward to seeing your name on my schedule and joining you on this journey as a team member. Let's GO :) come ALIVE!
I specialize in supporting individuals, couples and families, depression, anxiety, anger/rage, substance abuse, trauma, career coaching, relationship difficulties including infidelity and divorce, and other life stressors.
Life presents challenges as we navigate through this journey we experience various phases on this unique path. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with 22 years of experience working with individuals just like you traveling on this unique path. Together we will work on strategies to aid in making connections, just right for you. Allow your truth to manifest! I welcome you on this beautiful journey of life despite the challenges as your teammate. I look forward to seeing your name on my schedule and joining you on this journey as a team member. Let's GO :) come ALIVE!
(484) 573-6643 View (484) 573-6643
Photo of Amee Mickhael, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Bristol, PA
Amee Mickhael
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19127
I believe one of the bravest things we can do is to understand our story. Owning our story can bring us to self-acceptance and healing. I can help get you there. Do you feel like you’re hitting a wall? Feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns? Stuck in your past trauma? Bad relationships? You deserve more than the anger and hurt that you’re carrying with you each day. These walls you’re hitting can be broken down. We just need to take a few steps back, and face these walls together. Come in, and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea (on me) and let’s talk about it.
I believe one of the bravest things we can do is to understand our story. Owning our story can bring us to self-acceptance and healing. I can help get you there. Do you feel like you’re hitting a wall? Feeling stuck in unhealthy patterns? Stuck in your past trauma? Bad relationships? You deserve more than the anger and hurt that you’re carrying with you each day. These walls you’re hitting can be broken down. We just need to take a few steps back, and face these walls together. Come in, and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea (on me) and let’s talk about it.
(484) 207-5446 View (484) 207-5446
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Ambre L. Witte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lancaster, PA 17601
Hi! My name is Ambre Witte, CEO, LCSW at Life and Love Counseling, LLC. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, & couples. My clinical focus includes mood instability/ Bipolar Disorder, self-harm/suicidal ideation, anger/explosive behavior, ODD, PTSD, OCD, Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, etc. My clientele primarily seeks strategies & therapeutic interventions for emotional regulation, non-compliance/defiance, conflict resolution, impulse control, executive functioning, low self-esteem, social skills, self-sufficiency, time management, academic concerns, & family/relationship conflict, etc.
Hi! My name is Ambre Witte, CEO, LCSW at Life and Love Counseling, LLC. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, & couples. My clinical focus includes mood instability/ Bipolar Disorder, self-harm/suicidal ideation, anger/explosive behavior, ODD, PTSD, OCD, Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Personality Disorders, etc. My clientele primarily seeks strategies & therapeutic interventions for emotional regulation, non-compliance/defiance, conflict resolution, impulse control, executive functioning, low self-esteem, social skills, self-sufficiency, time management, academic concerns, & family/relationship conflict, etc.
(717) 619-9452 View (717) 619-9452
Photo of Michael M. Green, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bristol, PA
Michael M. Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
As a Licensed Professional Counselor I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I have several years of experience working with a diverse array of people and have had the privilege to walk alongside people as they navigated a variety of life conditions and issues. I treat individuals that are dealing with such issues as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, divorce recovery, grief and loss, ADHD, anger and conduct issues, trauma, substance use and abuse issues, gambling, sexual and process addictions, addict in the family issues, codependency, attachment issues, personality disorders, and spiritual conflicts.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and families. I have several years of experience working with a diverse array of people and have had the privilege to walk alongside people as they navigated a variety of life conditions and issues. I treat individuals that are dealing with such issues as anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, divorce recovery, grief and loss, ADHD, anger and conduct issues, trauma, substance use and abuse issues, gambling, sexual and process addictions, addict in the family issues, codependency, attachment issues, personality disorders, and spiritual conflicts.
(484) 222-4971 View (484) 222-4971
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Carol Musser
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ephrata, PA 17522
I work with anyone dealing with relational issues, past experiences, life transitions, communication, unmet needs, sexual issues, parenting challenges, marriage difficulties, anger management, stress, grief, low self-esteem, spiritual struggles, depression and anxiety that threaten to overwhelm us and bring conflict to our most important relationships.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I care deeply about helping my clients reach their goals by identifying strengths, discovering possibilities, and finding balance in the troublesome areas of their lives. The journey to healing and wholeness requires a safe place to process the difficulties in life, and by walking together, we create that safety so that the client may regain a sense of fullness in their life, enrich their relationships, and find their unique purpose and meaning in life.
I work with anyone dealing with relational issues, past experiences, life transitions, communication, unmet needs, sexual issues, parenting challenges, marriage difficulties, anger management, stress, grief, low self-esteem, spiritual struggles, depression and anxiety that threaten to overwhelm us and bring conflict to our most important relationships.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I care deeply about helping my clients reach their goals by identifying strengths, discovering possibilities, and finding balance in the troublesome areas of their lives. The journey to healing and wholeness requires a safe place to process the difficulties in life, and by walking together, we create that safety so that the client may regain a sense of fullness in their life, enrich their relationships, and find their unique purpose and meaning in life.
(717) 422-9559 View (717) 422-9559
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Margaret Roberts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Emmaus, PA 18049
I also counsel people for anger management, anxiety, attachment issues, codependency, depression, parenting issues, and divorce/separation.
Everyone has unique experiences that led them to this moment in their lives. Your feelings and thoughts about your present life are valid. No matter where you are today, I will help guide and encourage you with acceptance, humor, kindness, and compassion. I welcome you to therapy if you are looking for help with boundaries, cohesion, and communication through working on problems stemming from trauma, identity, and relationships. I am here to help you.
I also counsel people for anger management, anxiety, attachment issues, codependency, depression, parenting issues, and divorce/separation.
Everyone has unique experiences that led them to this moment in their lives. Your feelings and thoughts about your present life are valid. No matter where you are today, I will help guide and encourage you with acceptance, humor, kindness, and compassion. I welcome you to therapy if you are looking for help with boundaries, cohesion, and communication through working on problems stemming from trauma, identity, and relationships. I am here to help you.
(484) 573-7296 x1 View (484) 573-7296 x1
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Christine DiPrinzio Guerrero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CAADC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Shillington, PA 19607
Life is full of challenges and sometimes you need help to feel your best. I use a solution-focused approach that can result in rapid progress for depression, anxiety, adjustment problems, anger management, problem gambling, drug/alcohol, process addictions, codependency, DUI's, and Relationship/Marital issues. Hypnotherapy is available for in-person clients, and I can personalize it for almost any treatment issue, including anxiety, phobias, and smoking cessation. Call for more information. Evening hours available.
Life is full of challenges and sometimes you need help to feel your best. I use a solution-focused approach that can result in rapid progress for depression, anxiety, adjustment problems, anger management, problem gambling, drug/alcohol, process addictions, codependency, DUI's, and Relationship/Marital issues. Hypnotherapy is available for in-person clients, and I can personalize it for almost any treatment issue, including anxiety, phobias, and smoking cessation. Call for more information. Evening hours available.
(610) 810-1273 View (610) 810-1273
Photo of Jorge Adalberto Acosta, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bristol, PA
Jorge Adalberto Acosta
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106  (Online Only)
Areas of clinical focus include: Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Couple and Family Therapy, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Self-Esteem Issues, Personality Disorders, ADHD, ODD, Anger .
In his practice, Dr. Acosta uses different approaches with the purpose of promoting a therapeutic experience focused on favoring the awareness of the people he serves about their own needs and potentials.
Areas of clinical focus include: Depressive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Couple and Family Therapy, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, Self-Esteem Issues, Personality Disorders, ADHD, ODD, Anger .
In his practice, Dr. Acosta uses different approaches with the purpose of promoting a therapeutic experience focused on favoring the awareness of the people he serves about their own needs and potentials.
(610) 510-2395 View (610) 510-2395
Photo of Matt Coffman, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bristol, PA
Matt Coffman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Trappe, PA 19426  (Online Only)
We all have moments in life when we don't know what to do, or simply can't figure out the next step. Often when something is too difficult for us to handle we talk to someone else. Whether its, stress, lack of motivation, anger, sadness, grief, or relationship issues, I am here to help. My goal is to help you move towards growth and connection. Developing skills that you will take with you out of a session and into your everyday life. Don't let this area of difficulty stop you in your tracks.
We all have moments in life when we don't know what to do, or simply can't figure out the next step. Often when something is too difficult for us to handle we talk to someone else. Whether its, stress, lack of motivation, anger, sadness, grief, or relationship issues, I am here to help. My goal is to help you move towards growth and connection. Developing skills that you will take with you out of a session and into your everyday life. Don't let this area of difficulty stop you in your tracks.
(215) 608-5647 View (215) 608-5647
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Frantz Allan Jean-Baptiste
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFT, TF-CBT, AAMFT
Verified Verified
Harleysville, PA 19438  (Online Only)
I am well versed in many evidence-based therapy modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), structural family therapy, and emotion-focused therapy (EFT) to work with individuals, couples, and families struggling with anger, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Feeling lost, confused, stuck in repetitive patterns that often time leave you with more questions, doubts, and uncertainties? Most of us called it "Life". As a marriage and family therapist, I help clients to reframe these negative experiences into life-altering opportunities where growth, healing, and resiliency can occur. Through co-discovery, we will pursue the awareness and mindset necessary for authentic living. Everyone possesses the innate capability to be happy and form long-lasting, healthy relationships. I assist in fostering the tools necessary for such.
I am well versed in many evidence-based therapy modalities such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), structural family therapy, and emotion-focused therapy (EFT) to work with individuals, couples, and families struggling with anger, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Feeling lost, confused, stuck in repetitive patterns that often time leave you with more questions, doubts, and uncertainties? Most of us called it "Life". As a marriage and family therapist, I help clients to reframe these negative experiences into life-altering opportunities where growth, healing, and resiliency can occur. Through co-discovery, we will pursue the awareness and mindset necessary for authentic living. Everyone possesses the innate capability to be happy and form long-lasting, healthy relationships. I assist in fostering the tools necessary for such.
(215) 709-9193 View (215) 709-9193
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A Holistic Approach to Wellness
BS, MDiv, DMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mount Pocono, PA 18344
I successfully address both the low points (depression, anxiety, anger, and loss) and light sides of humanity (personal growth, self-awareness, self-acceptance, and emotional stability).
Today, you are one step closer to feeling more empowered and embarking on a positive path that leads to personal growth and well-being. Greetings, I am Dr. Miller, a psychodynamic therapist and counselor. I provide therapy to adults, children (aged 6+ years), adolescents, couples, groups, and families. My key objective is to assist you to realize your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating, and this is best achieved by using an eclectic, integrative approach.
I successfully address both the low points (depression, anxiety, anger, and loss) and light sides of humanity (personal growth, self-awareness, self-acceptance, and emotional stability).
Today, you are one step closer to feeling more empowered and embarking on a positive path that leads to personal growth and well-being. Greetings, I am Dr. Miller, a psychodynamic therapist and counselor. I provide therapy to adults, children (aged 6+ years), adolescents, couples, groups, and families. My key objective is to assist you to realize your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating, and this is best achieved by using an eclectic, integrative approach.
(570) 491-1328 View (570) 491-1328
Photo of Joe Alvayero, Licensed Professional Counselor in Bristol, PA
Joe Alvayero
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Springfield, PA 19064  (Online Only)
With expertise in addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, grief, ADHD, and stress, my unique and humanistic approach empowers clients to leverage their strengths for personal growth and goal attainment.
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles. Utilizing the Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model, an evidence-based treatment, my clinical work focuses on helping families, couples, and individuals achieve treatment goals.
With expertise in addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, grief, ADHD, and stress, my unique and humanistic approach empowers clients to leverage their strengths for personal growth and goal attainment.
I earned a master's degree in Mental Health Counseling & Behavioral Medicine from Boston University School of Medicine, complementing my double major in Psychology and Sociology from the State University of New York at Buffalo. I offer counseling services and mental health support to individuals of all ages and backgrounds, specializing in Sports Psychology as a designated provider for the Philadelphia Eagles. Utilizing the Eco-Systemic Family Therapy Model, an evidence-based treatment, my clinical work focuses on helping families, couples, and individuals achieve treatment goals.
(215) 795-5231 View (215) 795-5231
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Hill Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Hill Counseling is committed to helping clients grow. Please click on the link to our website (underneath the profile picture) for specific information as to our specialties and our therapists. We pride ourselves on being able to see clients quickly as we generally have no waiting list. Thank you for choosing Hill Counseling!
Hill Counseling is committed to helping clients grow. Please click on the link to our website (underneath the profile picture) for specific information as to our specialties and our therapists. We pride ourselves on being able to see clients quickly as we generally have no waiting list. Thank you for choosing Hill Counseling!
(267) 592-6694 View (267) 592-6694
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Sameh Shaker
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, STM
Verified Verified
West Chester, PA 19380
I am a PhD intern in Marriage and Family Therapy. I focus on attachment studies, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which I utilize in my work with individuals and couples. In my master’s degree, I focused on trauma and grief. I have over 12 years of experience working with clients who have experienced chronic and terminal illnesses, grief, and loss in the palliative and hospice care field. I also work with couples who experience emotional and sexual distress in their relationships.
I am a PhD intern in Marriage and Family Therapy. I focus on attachment studies, including Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), which I utilize in my work with individuals and couples. In my master’s degree, I focused on trauma and grief. I have over 12 years of experience working with clients who have experienced chronic and terminal illnesses, grief, and loss in the palliative and hospice care field. I also work with couples who experience emotional and sexual distress in their relationships.
(484) 739-1859 View (484) 739-1859

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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.