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Sharon Elaine Opitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MEd
Verified Verified
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
If you feel that you have had problems with depression, anxiety or anger and this has negatively affected your work experience or your relationships, I think that I can help you. I have had over 20 years experience working with individuals and couples overcome their obstacles and find more rewarding experiences. Please feel free to contact me if you have had any of the following: anger issues, anxiety including panic attacks, relationship conflicts, trauma, work conflicts or negative thinking. I use both a cognitive and systems approach in my therapy.
If you feel that you have had problems with depression, anxiety or anger and this has negatively affected your work experience or your relationships, I think that I can help you. I have had over 20 years experience working with individuals and couples overcome their obstacles and find more rewarding experiences. Please feel free to contact me if you have had any of the following: anger issues, anxiety including panic attacks, relationship conflicts, trauma, work conflicts or negative thinking. I use both a cognitive and systems approach in my therapy.
(412) 927-1075 View (412) 927-1075
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Avis Moorehead, LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
Not accepting new clients
Are you ready for change? I am invested in helping you find the better you! I have over 20 years working with Adults, children and families. I work with all age groups whom are struggling with ADHD, Depression ,Anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief,, as well as anger management problems. I specialize with children and adolescents, ages 5 to 18. I am experienced in Play Therapy , Family therapy and anxiety . Treatment is individualized and goal oriented. I want people to grow, and gain confidence in life. As a wonderful addition I have a psychiatrist on board. His name is XiXi Wong.
Are you ready for change? I am invested in helping you find the better you! I have over 20 years working with Adults, children and families. I work with all age groups whom are struggling with ADHD, Depression ,Anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief,, as well as anger management problems. I specialize with children and adolescents, ages 5 to 18. I am experienced in Play Therapy , Family therapy and anxiety . Treatment is individualized and goal oriented. I want people to grow, and gain confidence in life. As a wonderful addition I have a psychiatrist on board. His name is XiXi Wong.
(412) 387-5036 View (412) 387-5036
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Matt Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Wilkinsburg, PA 15221
Not accepting new clients
I help people who are confused by their emotions to develop a sense of control and safety in exploring their thoughts, memories and feelings. I work with people who have experienced sexual/physical/emotional abuse in childhood, or assault in adulthood, community violence, gender violence or incarceration; and who find it hard to control anger, sadness, mood swings, stress, to trust themselves, others or have close relationships. I believe that honest, compassionate discussion lets you approach what you might want to ignore, but won’t go away; or explore what might not have space to be said with friends or family.
I help people who are confused by their emotions to develop a sense of control and safety in exploring their thoughts, memories and feelings. I work with people who have experienced sexual/physical/emotional abuse in childhood, or assault in adulthood, community violence, gender violence or incarceration; and who find it hard to control anger, sadness, mood swings, stress, to trust themselves, others or have close relationships. I believe that honest, compassionate discussion lets you approach what you might want to ignore, but won’t go away; or explore what might not have space to be said with friends or family.
(878) 225-5486 View (878) 225-5486

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Kyle Hulsebus
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217  (Online Only)
I specialize in anger and anxiety management across the life span, especially with teens and adults.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, especially those struggling to navigate some of the tougher moments of life. I have a lot of experience working with folks on emotional management - especially anger and anxiety - as well as exploring relationships and their impact on a person's life. I seek to help people find the best way forward and to overcome the stumbling blocks on their way. As a therapist, I also try to help challenge people's thoughts and help them gain new perspectives on the issues they're facing.
I specialize in anger and anxiety management across the life span, especially with teens and adults.
I enjoy working with teens and adults, especially those struggling to navigate some of the tougher moments of life. I have a lot of experience working with folks on emotional management - especially anger and anxiety - as well as exploring relationships and their impact on a person's life. I seek to help people find the best way forward and to overcome the stumbling blocks on their way. As a therapist, I also try to help challenge people's thoughts and help them gain new perspectives on the issues they're facing.
(878) 216-7524 View (878) 216-7524
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Linda Gates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
I am happy to work with clients on developing more contentment and serenity and less anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, or shame. You might be having a difficult time accepting yourself, accepting the shortcomings of others or accepting life’s struggles. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to dispute our irrational beliefs and create new alternative beliefs that are helpful to us.
I am happy to work with clients on developing more contentment and serenity and less anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, or shame. You might be having a difficult time accepting yourself, accepting the shortcomings of others or accepting life’s struggles. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to dispute our irrational beliefs and create new alternative beliefs that are helpful to us.
(412) 990-2092 View (412) 990-2092
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Brittany M. Kiefer
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
I have helped those with issues related to: anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, interpersonal conflict, anger, loss, and trauma.
At times we may struggle with intense and confusing emotions that interfere with reaching our daily goals and aspirations. By working collaboratively within in a calm, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere, we can begin to become more curious about desired changes. Therapy can serve as a guide to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, how you relate and navigate the interpersonal relationships in your life, and within your environment. I also believe it is imperative to view therapy through the lens of trauma-informed care, while respecting each individual's background, where trauma's may have left unspoken words.
I have helped those with issues related to: anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, interpersonal conflict, anger, loss, and trauma.
At times we may struggle with intense and confusing emotions that interfere with reaching our daily goals and aspirations. By working collaboratively within in a calm, supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere, we can begin to become more curious about desired changes. Therapy can serve as a guide to help you gain a better understanding of yourself, how you relate and navigate the interpersonal relationships in your life, and within your environment. I also believe it is imperative to view therapy through the lens of trauma-informed care, while respecting each individual's background, where trauma's may have left unspoken words.
(412) 207-3438 View (412) 207-3438
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Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP, CGCS
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15206  (Online Only)
Our team is certified in Art Therapy, Anger Management, Grief and Trauma.
Hope Deals Counseling & Consulting is black woman-led, virtual mental health private practice that utilizes culturally informed psychotherapy and components of cognitive behavioral theory to assist individuals, couples and families to create a "Hope Deal" for a healthier and happier lifestyle with optimal mental wealth. With certifications in grief and trauma, it is understood that your process of self-actualization is unique and deserves a clinically safe space for you to explore and grow in reaching your goals.
Our team is certified in Art Therapy, Anger Management, Grief and Trauma.
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(412) 219-5978 View (412) 219-5978
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Wayne J. Woznikaitis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15235  (Online Only)
I've supported individuals seeking to improve self-awareness; to those in high-risk professions (law enforcement, medical); or court ordered to treatment (reunification, anger, domestic violence).
Providing Telehealth in PA & Telehealth in Florida. There is a vast range of experiences, life-events, and challenges that can overwhelm our abilities to effectively cope. Counseling provides a path to address these issues, make positive changes and improve our overall quality of life. I have helped clients navigate a diverse range of issues, from managing daily stressor to more complex struggles, such as personality disorders, trauma, & serious mental illness. It is my aim to help clients through this process by providing a supportive and validating environment where positive transformation & healing and can occur.
I've supported individuals seeking to improve self-awareness; to those in high-risk professions (law enforcement, medical); or court ordered to treatment (reunification, anger, domestic violence).
Providing Telehealth in PA & Telehealth in Florida. There is a vast range of experiences, life-events, and challenges that can overwhelm our abilities to effectively cope. Counseling provides a path to address these issues, make positive changes and improve our overall quality of life. I have helped clients navigate a diverse range of issues, from managing daily stressor to more complex struggles, such as personality disorders, trauma, & serious mental illness. It is my aim to help clients through this process by providing a supportive and validating environment where positive transformation & healing and can occur.
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Dawn Covington
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217  (Online Only)
My experience is helping individuals and families overcome emotional, mental and spiritual challenges. I will help you identify unhealthy patterns that get in the way of you having a healthy and enjoyable life. We will learn and use positive coping skills and self-awareness skills to help you have satisfaction, fulfillment, growth and to experience new ways of being. My specialties include family problems, depression, mood and anxiety disorders, problems with self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and loss issues, trauma/sexual abuse, work issues, life transition issues, parenting, women's issues and anger management.
My experience is helping individuals and families overcome emotional, mental and spiritual challenges. I will help you identify unhealthy patterns that get in the way of you having a healthy and enjoyable life. We will learn and use positive coping skills and self-awareness skills to help you have satisfaction, fulfillment, growth and to experience new ways of being. My specialties include family problems, depression, mood and anxiety disorders, problems with self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief and loss issues, trauma/sexual abuse, work issues, life transition issues, parenting, women's issues and anger management.
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Pathway Human Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Homestead, PA 15120
Are you going through anxiety, depression, PTSD, unhealed past, that are often accompanied by sad feeling, guilt, loss, fear, and regret? Are you experiencing difficulty navigating stressful events in your steam of life? These are some of the questions that you will be able to explore in a collaborative approach. At Pathway Human Services we work with individuals experiencing difficult life transition, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma/PTSD, stressful events associated with grief and loss, relationship rupture, intrusive thoughts, racing thoughts, and unresolved past that could not go away.
Are you going through anxiety, depression, PTSD, unhealed past, that are often accompanied by sad feeling, guilt, loss, fear, and regret? Are you experiencing difficulty navigating stressful events in your steam of life? These are some of the questions that you will be able to explore in a collaborative approach. At Pathway Human Services we work with individuals experiencing difficult life transition, anxiety, depression, anger, trauma/PTSD, stressful events associated with grief and loss, relationship rupture, intrusive thoughts, racing thoughts, and unresolved past that could not go away.
(412) 307-9974 View (412) 307-9974
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Leigh Montgomery
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Squirrel Hill, PA 15217
Together we will work on resiliency through exploring coping skills, relationship issues, stress and anger management, to increase overall life satisfaction.
Waitlist for 2024 - I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I provide a warm, non judgmental environment for you to explore your thoughts, habits and behaviors that may be holding you back from achieving authentic happiness. I specialize in working with adults and families dealing with the effects of addiction. Substance abuse impacts all areas of your life and my goal is to help you get your life back on track, restore hope and work towards inner peace. You do not need to struggle through this on your own.
Together we will work on resiliency through exploring coping skills, relationship issues, stress and anger management, to increase overall life satisfaction.
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Jennifer Black
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSPC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15236
Waitlist for new clients
I am a trauma informed, person-centered, licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania with several years experience working with adults on issues related to trauma, phobias, anxiety, depression, improving self-esteem, anger, and grief and loss.
Life presents us with a variety of stressors and demands that at times may feel difficult to manage. Experiencing loss, depression, anxiety, or memories of disturbing past events may feel overwhelming and prevent us from fully living in the present. Or, we may feel stuck and unsure of what to do next. If you are experiencing similar challenges, I want to help you to process them, identify strengths, and utilize those strengths to heal. I will provide a safe, supportive, judgment-free space for you to share your story, help you to be present focused, and cope with difficult emotions and situations.
I am a trauma informed, person-centered, licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania with several years experience working with adults on issues related to trauma, phobias, anxiety, depression, improving self-esteem, anger, and grief and loss.
Life presents us with a variety of stressors and demands that at times may feel difficult to manage. Experiencing loss, depression, anxiety, or memories of disturbing past events may feel overwhelming and prevent us from fully living in the present. Or, we may feel stuck and unsure of what to do next. If you are experiencing similar challenges, I want to help you to process them, identify strengths, and utilize those strengths to heal. I will provide a safe, supportive, judgment-free space for you to share your story, help you to be present focused, and cope with difficult emotions and situations.
(878) 217-8245 View (878) 217-8245
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Marcus Flournoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
I was brought up in the helping tradition of the community where I was taught to give back to others. I have twenty years of experience in the mental health and drug and alcohol field. I have worked with individuals from all walks of life: socially, culturally, racially, economically, gender wise, and different sexual orientations and religions. I have conducted assessments, evaluations, individual therapy, family therapy and couple's therapy. I have treated individuals with a variety of conditions such as trauma, stress, depression including bipolar, anxiety, anger management problems, psychosis and addiction.
I was brought up in the helping tradition of the community where I was taught to give back to others. I have twenty years of experience in the mental health and drug and alcohol field. I have worked with individuals from all walks of life: socially, culturally, racially, economically, gender wise, and different sexual orientations and religions. I have conducted assessments, evaluations, individual therapy, family therapy and couple's therapy. I have treated individuals with a variety of conditions such as trauma, stress, depression including bipolar, anxiety, anger management problems, psychosis and addiction.
(878) 220-3027 View (878) 220-3027
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Isaac Kivuva
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15235
I am a licensed professional counselor with over ten years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in working with couples on premarital, relationship, and marital issues. I also work with adults with anxiety, depression, anger management, PTSD, addictive behaviors, grief, loss, and bereavement. I use The Gottman Method for marital and Prepare-Enrich for premarital counseling. I use CBT to work with clients to achieve harmony, especially in depression and anxiety. I meet clients where they are emotionally, and together we explore their life according to their comfort level to bring healing.
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The Center for Relational Change
LMFT, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15218
The clinicians at the Center are capable, compassionate, experienced clinicians that provide individual, couple/marital, and family therapy for a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, relational conflict, trauma and abuse recovery, parent-child conflict, anger management, co-parenting, family therapy, couples therapy, working with issues related to anxiety, depression, sexual orientation, gender, and race/ethnicity.
The Center for Relational Change is Pittsburgh's premier family therapy practice. Our clinicians are skilled, caring, insightful licensed therapists helping individuals, couple and families work through issues of self-worth, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma and abuse, and more. We work with everyone, regardless of race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, etc. If you, your partner and/or family are having a difficult time healing from past issues, working through present concerns or want to maintain a healthy future, the Center is a great place to begin investing in yourself and your relationships.
The clinicians at the Center are capable, compassionate, experienced clinicians that provide individual, couple/marital, and family therapy for a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, relational conflict, trauma and abuse recovery, parent-child conflict, anger management, co-parenting, family therapy, couples therapy, working with issues related to anxiety, depression, sexual orientation, gender, and race/ethnicity.
The Center for Relational Change is Pittsburgh's premier family therapy practice. Our clinicians are skilled, caring, insightful licensed therapists helping individuals, couple and families work through issues of self-worth, depression, anxiety, childhood trauma and abuse, and more. We work with everyone, regardless of race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, etc. If you, your partner and/or family are having a difficult time healing from past issues, working through present concerns or want to maintain a healthy future, the Center is a great place to begin investing in yourself and your relationships.
(412) 903-3742 View (412) 903-3742
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Peace of Mind Therapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15218  (Online Only)
Kionna’s passion is to help her clients reach their full potential by decreasing stress and increasing peace. Her firm belief is that the client is the expert of their own life and feels it is important to integrate their own wants and needs in their mental health therapy. She understands what it is like to not see the light at the end of the tunnel and is passionate about being a support to help motivate and uplift her clients. Kionna’s goal is to provide her clients with the tools and techniques to reach their full potential—empowering them to ultimately take full ownership of their mental health journey.
Kionna’s passion is to help her clients reach their full potential by decreasing stress and increasing peace. Her firm belief is that the client is the expert of their own life and feels it is important to integrate their own wants and needs in their mental health therapy. She understands what it is like to not see the light at the end of the tunnel and is passionate about being a support to help motivate and uplift her clients. Kionna’s goal is to provide her clients with the tools and techniques to reach their full potential—empowering them to ultimately take full ownership of their mental health journey.
(412) 561-9449 View (412) 561-9449
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Christine Haley
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Personal change takes courage. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space through a collaborative approach, and my focus is on building a trusting therapeutic relationship between us to help you identify and reach your goals. My experience helping clients to discover and follow their own pathway for healing, growth and fulfillment.
Personal change takes courage. I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space through a collaborative approach, and my focus is on building a trusting therapeutic relationship between us to help you identify and reach your goals. My experience helping clients to discover and follow their own pathway for healing, growth and fulfillment.
(412) 981-1743 View (412) 981-1743
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Nathan Piccolomini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217  (Online Only)
The concept of therapy can be intimidating... My goal is to make it comfortable for you to discuss your situations by providing an honest, non-judgmental atmosphere, while offering support and validation. Throughout my career, I have helped individuals cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, as well as grief and loss, problems within family systems and relationships, and trauma-related issues. I have helped individuals dealing with addictions and substance abuse, and have also helped young adults in higher education transition to new environments and social settings.
The concept of therapy can be intimidating... My goal is to make it comfortable for you to discuss your situations by providing an honest, non-judgmental atmosphere, while offering support and validation. Throughout my career, I have helped individuals cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, as well as grief and loss, problems within family systems and relationships, and trauma-related issues. I have helped individuals dealing with addictions and substance abuse, and have also helped young adults in higher education transition to new environments and social settings.
(724) 705-0217 View (724) 705-0217
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Minniefield Therapeutic Services,LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15218  (Online Only)
Minniefield Therapeutic Services,LLC Owned and operated by Pittsburgh native and military veteran, B.Orlando Minniefield, LPC. Licensed and credential therapist with over twenty years in the mental health industry, licensed for over 12 years, with a proven track record of evidenced based effective care for individuals, couples, families and groups. This dynamic service provider will challenge you and support you. You will not feel judged, or feel you are just a number. You will experience the unique service provision that you deserve. We are all unique individuals, and you will get the unique care that your unique needs require.
Minniefield Therapeutic Services,LLC Owned and operated by Pittsburgh native and military veteran, B.Orlando Minniefield, LPC. Licensed and credential therapist with over twenty years in the mental health industry, licensed for over 12 years, with a proven track record of evidenced based effective care for individuals, couples, families and groups. This dynamic service provider will challenge you and support you. You will not feel judged, or feel you are just a number. You will experience the unique service provision that you deserve. We are all unique individuals, and you will get the unique care that your unique needs require.
(412) 214-8889 View (412) 214-8889
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Fourth River Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCDPD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Fourth River Therapy is a group private practice founded and operated by experienced Licensed Clinical Social Workers and psychotherapists. Our mission is to provide quality, accessible, and personalized mental healthcare. Check out our website for more information!
Fourth River Therapy is a group private practice founded and operated by experienced Licensed Clinical Social Workers and psychotherapists. Our mission is to provide quality, accessible, and personalized mental healthcare. Check out our website for more information!
(412) 998-7281 View (412) 998-7281
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.