Anger Management Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
I saw the trauma underneath anger, drugs, and how we act out generally (in relationships & with ourselves).
I'm an interactive therapist. Most times I won't just sit there and say, "Uh huh...uh huh." I'll reflect back to you what I'm hearing you say, and we'll have a conversation about it. I'm also a dork/nerd. Some have said that can make it easy to talk. I'm also an anger management provider for the Los Angeles County court approved providers.
I saw the trauma underneath anger, drugs, and how we act out generally (in relationships & with ourselves).
I'm an interactive therapist. Most times I won't just sit there and say, "Uh huh...uh huh." I'll reflect back to you what I'm hearing you say, and we'll have a conversation about it. I'm also a dork/nerd. Some have said that can make it easy to talk. I'm also an anger management provider for the Los Angeles County court approved providers.
Through therapy, I learned how to manage depression, anger, anxiety, and overcome low self-esteem.
My theoretical approaches include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. I have experience with persons that suffer from addiction, anger, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, career counseling depression, and racial trauma.
Through therapy, I learned how to manage depression, anger, anxiety, and overcome low self-esteem.
My theoretical approaches include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Rational-Emotive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. I have experience with persons that suffer from addiction, anger, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorders, career counseling depression, and racial trauma.
Dr. Aaron Finley, Cognitive-Behavioral Specialist
Psychological Associate, PsyD
Los Angeles, CA 90025
When you’re a high-achieving person, it can feel confusing and draining when anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low confidence, or old experiences start to weigh you down. You may want a kind of therapy that’s more than just talking—something structured, with a clear plan, measurable progress, and skills you can actually use day to day. If you’re hoping for real relief in weeks, not years, and want to work with someone warm, collaborative, and highly trained who can walk with you step by step, I’m here to help.
When you’re a high-achieving person, it can feel confusing and draining when anxiety, intrusive thoughts, low confidence, or old experiences start to weigh you down. You may want a kind of therapy that’s more than just talking—something structured, with a clear plan, measurable progress, and skills you can actually use day to day. If you’re hoping for real relief in weeks, not years, and want to work with someone warm, collaborative, and highly trained who can walk with you step by step, I’m here to help.
Finding the right therapist is often the most difficult step in the healing journey. It requires finding a balance between someone who deeply understands the science of the mind and someone who genuinely cares about the person sitting across from them. With 13 years of clinical practice, I have dedicated my career to being that balance for my clients.
Finding the right therapist is often the most difficult step in the healing journey. It requires finding a balance between someone who deeply understands the science of the mind and someone who genuinely cares about the person sitting across from them. With 13 years of clinical practice, I have dedicated my career to being that balance for my clients.
We are currently providing 12 weeks of Individual sessions at $100 an hour in Anger Management and Domestic Violence for Court Order or for Educational purpose.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have over 35 years in the field of Mental Health with the Los Angeles County. I have worked in the Juvenile hall systems as a Detention Offices primarily with adolescent boys age 10 thru 18 issues of gang, drugs and foster care. Later employed with King Drew Medical Center as a Clinical Social Worker in the 80's experiences with Cancer, AIDs, and emergency medication. Also worked at Augustus Hawkins providing Mental Health services for Crisis intervention. After retiring from Los Angeles I completed my PsyD and worked in the State Prison as a Unlicensed Psychologist for 3 years.
We are currently providing 12 weeks of Individual sessions at $100 an hour in Anger Management and Domestic Violence for Court Order or for Educational purpose.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I have over 35 years in the field of Mental Health with the Los Angeles County. I have worked in the Juvenile hall systems as a Detention Offices primarily with adolescent boys age 10 thru 18 issues of gang, drugs and foster care. Later employed with King Drew Medical Center as a Clinical Social Worker in the 80's experiences with Cancer, AIDs, and emergency medication. Also worked at Augustus Hawkins providing Mental Health services for Crisis intervention. After retiring from Los Angeles I completed my PsyD and worked in the State Prison as a Unlicensed Psychologist for 3 years.
Are you feeling unrewarded in your relationships? How much more hurt can you take? You have already tried to figure out what you have done wrong, and tried everything to make your relationships work. And still, you end up miserable and angry. If you scared that you will never have those warm, stable and carefree connections that other people have,then you need to invest in yourself instead of others. Commit to therapy that will turn your life around with the top relationship expert as rated by Womensdayonline. As one client said, "You changed my life completely!"
Are you feeling unrewarded in your relationships? How much more hurt can you take? You have already tried to figure out what you have done wrong, and tried everything to make your relationships work. And still, you end up miserable and angry. If you scared that you will never have those warm, stable and carefree connections that other people have,then you need to invest in yourself instead of others. Commit to therapy that will turn your life around with the top relationship expert as rated by Womensdayonline. As one client said, "You changed my life completely!"
My work in mental health field began over 7 years ago, working with children, adolescents , families, and adults. Most of my work has been with clients with intensive mental health needs and whom have experience trauma in their lives. I have worked in providing individual/family therapy as well as help in navigating with parenting and behavior issues.
My work in mental health field began over 7 years ago, working with children, adolescents , families, and adults. Most of my work has been with clients with intensive mental health needs and whom have experience trauma in their lives. I have worked in providing individual/family therapy as well as help in navigating with parenting and behavior issues.
It is my mission to provide high-quality psychotherapy to my clients by assisting them in how they manage and cope with the stress and anxieties in life. The way we perceive a problem greatly affects how we deal (or don't deal) with that problem. Using proven evidence-based interventions and building on insight and self-awareness, we can move the mountains in our minds to see a clearer picture of ourselves and the world around us – improving our ability to cope, our self-esteem, and the quality of our personal life relationships.
It is my mission to provide high-quality psychotherapy to my clients by assisting them in how they manage and cope with the stress and anxieties in life. The way we perceive a problem greatly affects how we deal (or don't deal) with that problem. Using proven evidence-based interventions and building on insight and self-awareness, we can move the mountains in our minds to see a clearer picture of ourselves and the world around us – improving our ability to cope, our self-esteem, and the quality of our personal life relationships.
Feeling stuck? You possess an innate capacity to heal; therapy is about uncovering the capabilities you already carry. As a trauma-focused therapist, I use EMDR, Brainspotting, and depth-oriented approaches to help you untangle painful experiences as purposeful signals for growth. Struggling with anxiety, relationship patterns, or the lingering impact of past trauma? I work with adults navigating PTSD, grief, and life-altering events who feel "stuck" in unwelcome emotions. Together, we will untangle these signals and build the clarity and confidence needed to restore your innate capacity for a meaningful life.
Feeling stuck? You possess an innate capacity to heal; therapy is about uncovering the capabilities you already carry. As a trauma-focused therapist, I use EMDR, Brainspotting, and depth-oriented approaches to help you untangle painful experiences as purposeful signals for growth. Struggling with anxiety, relationship patterns, or the lingering impact of past trauma? I work with adults navigating PTSD, grief, and life-altering events who feel "stuck" in unwelcome emotions. Together, we will untangle these signals and build the clarity and confidence needed to restore your innate capacity for a meaningful life.
Hi! I’m Akilah Bakeer-Pullum a licensed clinician (LCSW), with over 10 years of experience partnering with clients. I enjoy creating a warm, supportive, and accepting therapeutic environment, often using humor to put clients at ease. My goal is to provide the highest level of care by customizing treatment and drawing from a myriad of evidence-based practice models. In doing so I am able to meet my clients where they are as we work together to improve their quality of life.
Hi! I’m Akilah Bakeer-Pullum a licensed clinician (LCSW), with over 10 years of experience partnering with clients. I enjoy creating a warm, supportive, and accepting therapeutic environment, often using humor to put clients at ease. My goal is to provide the highest level of care by customizing treatment and drawing from a myriad of evidence-based practice models. In doing so I am able to meet my clients where they are as we work together to improve their quality of life.
If you are challenged with stress, anxiety, low confidence, or conflict, you found the right therapist. If you are easily triggered, and past therapy attempts have not helped, let me be your next stop. For a unique perspective into the world of work, I'm your guy. I help people leverage their natural strengths and shift their thinking to decrease negative feelings and improve confidence. I also help desensitize triggers and build internal resources to empower you to face life's challenges. I turn the tables on difficult people, eat abusive bosses for breakfast, and go toe-to-toe with limiting thoughts. Also, this is how I talk.
If you are challenged with stress, anxiety, low confidence, or conflict, you found the right therapist. If you are easily triggered, and past therapy attempts have not helped, let me be your next stop. For a unique perspective into the world of work, I'm your guy. I help people leverage their natural strengths and shift their thinking to decrease negative feelings and improve confidence. I also help desensitize triggers and build internal resources to empower you to face life's challenges. I turn the tables on difficult people, eat abusive bosses for breakfast, and go toe-to-toe with limiting thoughts. Also, this is how I talk.
If you feel distant from your usual self, or out of place in your day to day encounters, therapy with me can be a safe reintroduction to yourself.
I will be an ally, a guide and sometimes a mirror. I have up close and personal experience with recovery from addiction, broken families and broken hearts.
I became a therapist after many years of being a first responder. What I learned is that when people feel heard they respond because they feel safe. Being a therapist is helping with a different type of wound, but people know when some one truly cares how they are feeling.
If you feel distant from your usual self, or out of place in your day to day encounters, therapy with me can be a safe reintroduction to yourself.
I will be an ally, a guide and sometimes a mirror. I have up close and personal experience with recovery from addiction, broken families and broken hearts.
I became a therapist after many years of being a first responder. What I learned is that when people feel heard they respond because they feel safe. Being a therapist is helping with a different type of wound, but people know when some one truly cares how they are feeling.
Clients seek me out for relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and for managing anger.
I treat codependency...a fancy word for over-focusing on others and under-focusing on you. Letting others determine your self-esteem is a dangerous thing to do. But when you're harmed as a kid, you learn that you don't matter. You come away from childhood with broken "antennae". You don't see unhealthy traits in others. Too much pain teaches you to ignore your feelings and live in your head. It's a trick that gets you through childhood, but it sabotages adult relationships. My passion is helping you use your voice to get what you want
Clients seek me out for relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and for managing anger.
I treat codependency...a fancy word for over-focusing on others and under-focusing on you. Letting others determine your self-esteem is a dangerous thing to do. But when you're harmed as a kid, you learn that you don't matter. You come away from childhood with broken "antennae". You don't see unhealthy traits in others. Too much pain teaches you to ignore your feelings and live in your head. It's a trick that gets you through childhood, but it sabotages adult relationships. My passion is helping you use your voice to get what you want
I have experience in helping clients with ADHD, ASD, anger management, stress and anxiety, low motivation, self esteem and confidence, career difficulties, self-harm and depression.
If you're motivated to make positive changes in your life, actively participate in sessions, and practice implementing skills learned to meet your personal treatment goals - book an intake with me today :)
I have experience in helping clients with ADHD, ASD, anger management, stress and anxiety, low motivation, self esteem and confidence, career difficulties, self-harm and depression.
If you're motivated to make positive changes in your life, actively participate in sessions, and practice implementing skills learned to meet your personal treatment goals - book an intake with me today :)
Catalaine Knell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90004
Waitlist for new clients
I accept: most PPO Plans as Out-of-Network Specializations: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Family/Work Relational Issues, Anger, Grief and Loss, ADHD, Life transitions.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, anger, family and work relational issues, disabilities, as well as, grief and loss. I work with older teens and adults of all ages and many cultures. My approach combines client centered, trauma focused (EMDR CBT trained), mindfulness and somatic based therapies.
I accept: most PPO Plans as Out-of-Network Specializations: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Family/Work Relational Issues, Anger, Grief and Loss, ADHD, Life transitions.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, trauma, depression, anger, family and work relational issues, disabilities, as well as, grief and loss. I work with older teens and adults of all ages and many cultures. My approach combines client centered, trauma focused (EMDR CBT trained), mindfulness and somatic based therapies.
LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist who works on a range of issues (including relationships, mood, anxiety, substance abuse, anger and much more) with: Individuals from Early Adolescents to Adults; Professionals and Business Owners; Parents of Young and Grown Children; Couples, Families and Co-Parents.
He is certified in Anger Management, intensively trained in DBT (Dialectal Behavior Therapy) and has begun to offer EMDR, an evidence-based treatment for dealing with trauma (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). A graduate of Cornell University, Paul received his Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.
LMFT is a licensed psychotherapist who works on a range of issues (including relationships, mood, anxiety, substance abuse, anger and much more) with: Individuals from Early Adolescents to Adults; Professionals and Business Owners; Parents of Young and Grown Children; Couples, Families and Co-Parents.
He is certified in Anger Management, intensively trained in DBT (Dialectal Behavior Therapy) and has begun to offer EMDR, an evidence-based treatment for dealing with trauma (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). A graduate of Cornell University, Paul received his Masters in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University.
I help clients heal stress, anger, and anxiety rooted in major areas of concern including finances, long-term relationships and marriage, parenting young children, and managing career concerns.
I work best with clients who want to enjoy life more. Anxiety, anger, and sadness can make it hard to communicate, exercise autonomy, and grow. Therapy is just having a conversation with someone you feel supported by and can give you healthy options in solving your problems.
I help clients heal stress, anger, and anxiety rooted in major areas of concern including finances, long-term relationships and marriage, parenting young children, and managing career concerns.
I work best with clients who want to enjoy life more. Anxiety, anger, and sadness can make it hard to communicate, exercise autonomy, and grow. Therapy is just having a conversation with someone you feel supported by and can give you healthy options in solving your problems.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
Life can be complicated, and there isn’t a handbook for managing issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, and relationships. It’s important to know that you’re not alone, and these challenges are growth opportunities. You’re probably here because it’s time to “do something different.” Let our team at Meridian Counseling guide you on this journey.
NOW Accepting Immigration Asylum Seekers for Mental Health Evaluations. Do you suffer from constant anxiety and or panic attacks? Do you have a history of loss, difficult relationships and other traumatic experiences that hurt when you think about them today? Well, you are not alone. Seeking counseling can be an anxious time for many people, yet I believe it can be the start to a positive and productive experience. I believe joining with my clients to create a therapy experience tailored to their individual needs. The therapy sessions will be a safe place to gain new skills to help you live a more prosperous and fulfilling life.
NOW Accepting Immigration Asylum Seekers for Mental Health Evaluations. Do you suffer from constant anxiety and or panic attacks? Do you have a history of loss, difficult relationships and other traumatic experiences that hurt when you think about them today? Well, you are not alone. Seeking counseling can be an anxious time for many people, yet I believe it can be the start to a positive and productive experience. I believe joining with my clients to create a therapy experience tailored to their individual needs. The therapy sessions will be a safe place to gain new skills to help you live a more prosperous and fulfilling life.
You’ve worked hard to get where you are. But lately, it feels like something’s off. You’re stressed, overwhelmed, angry and the more you try to push those feelings down, the more they spill out in ways you don’t want. Nobody ever taught you how to deal with your emotions... just how to hide them, suppress them, or them. My job is to help change that cycle so that you can finally connect with yourself and to your loved ones. I bring a mix of curiosity, directness, and proven methods to help you understand what your feelings are actually trying to tell you and how to respond in a way that builds connection.
You’ve worked hard to get where you are. But lately, it feels like something’s off. You’re stressed, overwhelmed, angry and the more you try to push those feelings down, the more they spill out in ways you don’t want. Nobody ever taught you how to deal with your emotions... just how to hide them, suppress them, or them. My job is to help change that cycle so that you can finally connect with yourself and to your loved ones. I bring a mix of curiosity, directness, and proven methods to help you understand what your feelings are actually trying to tell you and how to respond in a way that builds connection.
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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.